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Ryan H. 👋

Entrepreneur and programming enthusiast with passion about development, technology, and coffee that sparks ideas. I love bringing digital projects to life, and optimizing business processes. 🚀☕

Beyond the Code

Writing Camping Coffee Music

Do you like this site's design? Check out EFFELE at github.

Tech Stack

Projects

I love turning ideas into real projects.
Here I show you some of the developments I've worked on, applying technology, design, and lots of creativity. Check them out!

View of two website interfaces with modern and dark design. The first screen shows the title 'Behind the Code' with a rocket and dark background, explaining the origin of a community software project. The second screen presents a platform for finding speakers, with an attractive design, expert photos, and a prominent search button.

Experience Work

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Entrepreneur

Solo
2025 March - Present

I'm working on this blog, maximizing quality time with my family, and exploring new opportunities. My focus is on creating valuable content and building a community around shared interests.
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Vice President, Estimator, Project Manager

Andy Johnson & Co., Inc.
2017 - 2025 View Website

I led the estimating department, managed projects, and oversaw a team of project managers and superintendents. My role involved strategic planning, client relations, and ensuring project success from inception to completion.
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Superintendent, General Foreman

Forma Construction
2014 - 2017 View Website

I oversaw construction sites, managed teams, and ensured projects were completed on time and within budget. My focus was on safety, quality control, and effective communication with all stakeholders.
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Laborer

Various Construction Companies
2005 - 2013

I started my career in construction as a laborer, gaining hands-on experience in various roles. This foundational experience taught me the importance of teamwork, safety, and the intricacies of construction processes.

Projects Completed

I love turning ideas into real results.
I created this site to showcase some of the projects I've worked on, both in the built-environment and the virtual environment. Check them out!

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This Website

NeonMint is a modern, minimalist template crafted for developers and digital creatives...and it's a great template to start with to build a website like this!

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Home Lab

I built-out my home lab this spring. New firewall, media server, linux boxes, and a local LLM machine.

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Showalter Middle School

A phased renovation of an occupied school, 5-in-1 really...

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Elk Ridge Elementary School

A phased renovation of an occupied school, increasing capacity without impacting the school program

Image of the new Integrated Services Center at UW Tower.

University of Washington Job-Order Contracting (JOC)

A sure-fire boot-camp for Superintendents

Image of the South entrance to the renovated Building 22 at the campus center.

Seattle Public Schools: Thornton Creek Elementary School

Building the largest Elementary School in Washington State

Image of the South entrance to the renovated Building 22 at the campus center.

Grays Harbor Community College: Gene Schermer STEM Building

A Challenging project overlooking the Chehalis Basin with unique architectural features

Image of the South entrance to the renovated Building 22 at the campus center.

SPSCC - Building 22

An extensive remodel and transformation at the heart of a community college campus

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John L. Obrien Building

A phased renovation of a historic building at the capitol campus including seismic retrofits post 2010 Nisqually Earthquake

Ready to take your idea to the next level? Let's work together.