James Fox

James Fox is the Co-Founder of Gamma, a company he started in November 2020 and is currently working on in the San Francisco Bay Area.1 He has an extensive background in software engineering and product development, particularly in web technologies.

Professional Experience

Prior to founding Gamma, James held several notable positions:

• Senior Staff Software Engineer at Optimizely (March 2020 - November 2020)
• Staff Software Engineer at Optimizely (July 2014 - March 2020)
• Technical Account Manager at Optimizely (January 2013 - June 2014)

During his time at Optimizely, James was a senior technical leader focusing on the Optimizely X web application and client-side JavaScript snippet.1 He played a crucial role in large-scale initiatives such as the new Optimizely X Web editor, personalization products, and feature parity transitions.

Skills and Expertise

James has extensive experience in various technologies, including:

• TypeScript
• React
• Redux
• VueJS
• Webpack
• NodeJS
• JavaScript

He is known for his ability to solve complex business and technical problems.1

Recent Developments

In August 2021, James announced the launch of Gamma's private beta, which he had been working on for about a year with his co-founders Grant Lee and Jon Noronha.2 More recently, he shared updates about Gamma's AI features, indicating the company's focus on artificial intelligence and presentation technologies.3

Additional Information

James has also contributed to other projects, such as volunteering for the Tech Team of Biden for President from July to November 2020.1 His experience demonstrates a strong background in web technologies, product development, and entrepreneurship in the tech industry.