Nicholas Guest-Jelley

Nicholas Guest-Jelley is a senior front end developer based in Portland, Oregon with a strong background in building software platforms for startups and enterprise companies. He specializes in React but is well-versed in the entire front end web ecosystem. Nicholas also has experience with backend technologies like Node.js, including frameworks such as Express and Restify, and has worked on server-side React applications, notably with NextJs. He actively participates in the local tech community by coordinating pdxNode, a JavaScript meetup, and has a passion for mentoring junior developers and collaborating with dedicated teams. Nicholas holds a MA in English Language and Literature from the University of Florida and a BS in Psychology from Louisiana State University. Previously, he has held positions as a Senior Software Engineer at The Washington Post, Senior Front End Developer at EvidenceCare, Front End Developer at Lonely Planet, Front End Developer at V. Alexander & Co., Inc., Lead Front End Engineer at Spendsetter, Front End Engineer at Spendsetter, and Web Builder at ProfitStars.