Ridge Lawrence

William Ridgeway Lawrence is a highly accomplished technology professional with a strong background in web application design and development. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Management Information Systems (MIS) with a focus on web application design and development from Texas Tech University's Rawls College of Business. Lawrence also obtained a minor in Computer Science from Texas Tech's Whitacre College of Engineering.

Lawrence's passion for technology began at an early age, and he has over 15 years of self-taught experience in web and software development. His diverse skillset includes server management, network and security management, web development, UI/UX design, prompt engineering, and AI tool integration and implementation. He is highly proficient in languages such as HTML5, CSS3, PHP, JavaScript, and jQuery, as well as MySQL and similar relational database frameworks. Lawrence also has experience with content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress, Drupal, Joomla, and custom-built solutions.

With a problem-solving mindset and the ability to collaborate effectively in team projects, Lawrence is adept at rapidly learning new technologies and languages without constant guidance. He is skilled in the integration and implementation of frameworks, APIs, libraries, and AI tools. Moreover, Lawrence is proficient in utilizing Adobe Creative Cloud software, including Photoshop, Illustrator, XD, and more. He is also familiar with Microsoft Office and Visual Studio and has experience with various IDEs on multiple operating systems.

Outside of his professional life, Lawrence has a keen interest in exploring spicy food, traveling, hiking, snowboarding, and connecting with nature. He is fascinated by science and aspires to obtain his private pilot's license in the future.

Throughout his career, Lawrence has held positions such as Lead Project Manager and Managing Partner at WRLD Tech Co., Director of Technology at William & Wesley Co., and Business Technology Specialist at Professional Machinery Group South. He has also served as a Team Lead UI/UX Developer and Software Developer at General Motors, as well as a Software Application Developer and Technical Lead at Exotic Drive Club. Furthermore, Lawrence gained valuable experience as a Web Development Intern at Lubbock Symphony and Orchestra and as a Guest Specialist at Tinstar.