Summary

I'm a dedicated professional who excels in high-pressure situations, drawing upon my background as a seasoned performer. My experience as an educator has honed my communication skills and taught me the importance of empathy and active listening. With a fresh and innovative perspective, I'm excited to bring my skills to the world of technology.

Skills & Proficiency

Javascript & React

HTML5 & CSS

Ruby

Python & Flask

SQL & Postgres

Wordpress

Projects

Note Tutor - A React application for music students to learn notes on a musical staff using an interactive instrument. This project integrates the Tone.js and VexFlow APIs for audio sampling and staff display.

Repo: https://github.com/ndrewpacheco/bass-note-tutor

Leafs Rolodex - A React application that allows users to explore the Toronto Maple Leafs roster, add tags to players, and search by tags and names.

Repo: https://github.com/ndrewpacheco/leafs_rolodex

Experiences

Front-End Developer (Contractor)

2022 - Present
Zaner-Bloser
  • Proficiently deliver front-end programming solutions for Zaner-Bloser's marketing emails and web pages.
  • Diligently perform quality assurance testing on marketing emails and web pages, ensuring a flawless user experience and adherence to quality standards.

Freelance Musician

2005 - Present
Self-Employed
  • Toured extensively throughout Canada, over 40 US states, and 15 European countries.
  • Featured on live televised and radio broadcasts through platforms like CBC, BBC, CTV, and Paste Studios.
  • Collaborated with local arts organizations and musicians in the Toronto area.

Music Instructor

2007 - 2022
Self-Employed
  • Provided instruction in guitar, ukulele, musicianship, and music theory to students of all ages.
  • Managed student payments and conducted parent-teacher interviews to assess progress.