Thomas Highbaugh is a freelance web developer and Linux-savvy technician based in Hayward, CA with 14 years of hands-on experience building fast, stylish front ends and practical full-stack solutions for small businesses. He specializes in rapid deployments using modern static-site and React-based stacks like Next.js and Gatsby, while also supporting Wordpress, Shopify, and traditional server/database setups. Thomas pairs an eye for custom digital design and affordable hosting strategies with routine systems work—offering on-site computer repair, secure data handling, and e-waste stewardship across the Bay Area. A Codify- and community-trained front-end developer with an AS in Computer Science and a BA in Political Science, he blends technical depth with clear client communication and a pragmatic, ethical approach to tech services. Notably, he emphasizes maintainability by coding in languages clients can manage themselves and often leverages free hosting to minimize ongoing costs.
14 years of coding experience
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Political Science and Government, 3.7, Bachelor of Arts - BA, Political Science and Government, 3.7 at California State University - East Bay
Chabot College
Associate of Science - AS, Computer Science, 4.0, Associate of Science - AS, Computer Science, 4.0 at Las Positas College
Certificate, Front End Development, Certificate, Front End Development at Codify Academy
Contributions:9933 commits, 31 PRs, 577 pushes in 5 years 4 months
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