Hi, I'm Jackson. I'm a software developer and technologist currently working at MITRE. I care about creating fast, simple, and accessible websites and mobile applications. I also keep in mind the energy requirements and environment impact of anything I build.

I'm currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science (B.S.) with a focus on cybersecurity at the University of Delaware.

I'm an advocate for digital privacy rights. I believe that users should be in complete control of their data. Accordingly, this site is completely free of any analytics, trackers, or cookies.

This website was created with plain HTML and CSS, and is hosted on Netlify. You can view the code repository on GitHub, and are free to use it as specified under the GNU GPL v3.0 License[*].

Skills.

Languages:

  • HTML(5)
  • CSS(3)
  • JavaScript(ES6)
  • Python

Libraries/Tools:

  • React
  • React Native
  • Gatsby
  • Webpack

Additional Skills:

  • GNU/Linux
  • Git
  • Bash
  • SEO
  • SQL

Experience.

MITRE Corporation

Software Engineering Intern | June 2022 - Present

At MITRE I work on real-time accessible communications applications for d/Deaf users.

I work with React Native, WebSockets, and WebRTC to develop a cross-platform alternative to existing, platform-specific mobile applications with native features.


University of Delaware - University Media Services

IT/AV Assistant | February 2022 - Present

I respond to support calls made by teachers and students that need assistance with classroom audio/visual technology.

Additionally, I conduct routine room checks and provide orientations for teachers who are unfamiliar with classroom technology.


FinalsClub

Front-End Consultant | May 2019 - January 2021

As a consultant for FinalsClub, I assisted in both the design and development of front-end components for their student-focused communications platform.

I worked with React, React Native, and Firebase to help construct a multi-platform messaging experience.

Additionally, I provided recommendations for maintaining proper usability and accessibility as they brought their platform to beta.


Splendor Design

Web Development Intern | April 2019 - June 2019

As an intern at Splendor Design, I was responsible for aiding in the development, maintenance, optimization, and production of full-scale commercial WordPress websites.


View my full resume.

Contact.

If you would like to get in touch with me directly, please send an email to contact@jacksongpack.com.

Feel free to also check out my GitHub, or connect with me on LinkedIn.