<aside> 👋🏻 Hi, I’m Drew — a full-stack engineer and designer based in Charlotte, NC.

I build fast, thoughtful digital products with a deep focus on UX, performance, and emotional impact.

I’m currently creating an AI-powered journaling app from the ground up.

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About Me

I’m a self-taught engineer and designer with a background in UX, product, and startup life. I dropped out of high school, built my career from the ground up, and have since led projects across web, mobile, and AI. I’m driven by curiosity, craft, and a desire to build tools that actually matter.

I thrive in that rare middle ground where aesthetics meet systems thinking — balancing clean code, performance, and polish with empathy and intuition. Whether I’m heads-down building or collaborating cross-functionally, I bring high standards, fast iteration, and a deep respect for the end user.

Experience

Co-Founder & Principal Engineer — AuraNote | Jan 2024 – Present

UX/UI Designer & Full-Stack Engineer — Craftwork | Jul 2023 – Present

Design Engineer — Stashpad | Jan 2022 – Jul 2023

Founder — Hyak Co. | Jan 2020 – Aug 2021 (Acquired)

Marketing Director — Dunstone Company | Feb 2013 – Jul 2021

Education

Self-Taught Engineer & Designer

Dropped out of high school and built my career from the ground up through relentless self-education, hands-on experience, and a deep obsession with craft.

Projects

AuraNote — Co-Founder / Principal Engineer & Designer