Nick Cummings

Nick Cummings is a versatile full-stack web, game, and VR developer with over a decade of experience in tech, having worked at Facebook, Squarespace, Nintendo, and Instrument.

He is known for his empathetic and collaborative approach, focusing on bridging divides and empowering connections. Mentoring and educating others have been integral to his career, including designing and teaching a full-stack Code Camp program at Squarespace.

Nick excels in full-stack web app and Unity game development, with proficiency in JavaScript, Python, and C#. He has expertise in modern frameworks like React, Redux, and Vue.js, as well as experience with testing, containers, and automation.

His strengths lie in UX-driven design, collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring, documentation, and testing. Nick is also keen on improving his skills in code architecture, advocating for open-source tools, evolving into a hybrid dev+design role, and yoga.

Beyond his technical abilities, he is a skilled writer, editor, and podcaster, holding a B.A. in Journalism. Nick is an avid reader and has been the editor-in-chief of Silicon Sasquatch since 2008.

With a background in Journalism, Digital Arts, and honors from the University of Oregon, Nick has held diverse roles, from independent game developer at Whymog to support systems engineering at Zapier.

He has contributed to various organizations and companies, showcasing his adaptability and passion for technology and media.