Micah Shumaker
Full-stack developer · Berthoud, CO · me@micahshu.com · (720) 737-4825 · micahshu.com · github.com/micahshu
Summary
Full-stack developer with 5 years of experience. Started in WordPress and agency client work, grew into full-stack architecture, internal tooling, and DevOps. Currently a full-stack developer at Zero Gravity Marketing — building production systems, overhauling internal workflows, and owning projects end to end. Available for remote contract work and open to full-time opportunities.
Experience
Full-Stack Developer — Zero Gravity Marketing LLC
Apr 2024 – Present · Remote
- Rebuilt the company's public website using Next.js and a custom reverse proxy system, preserving legacy infrastructure while modernizing performance and SEO.
- Built and maintained internal tooling and DevOps automation — CI/CD pipelines via GitHub Actions, containerized environments, and deployment workflows.
- Integrated internal systems to reduce manual overhead, saving dozens of hours weekly across departments.
- Provided senior-level support for complex server, DNS, and deployment issues.
- Continued supporting and modernizing high-priority WordPress projects alongside greenfield full-stack work.
Hosting Team Lead / Web Developer — SharpNet Solutions Inc
Apr 2022 – Apr 2024 · Fort Collins, CO
- Designed and built a full-stack internal app using React, Next.js, Express, and PostgreSQL — consolidating client tracking, project status, and credential management into one system.
- Implemented secure authentication with JWT; built RESTful endpoints supporting dynamic dashboards and admin features.
- Managed hosting infrastructure and client site pipeline. Oversaw one direct report.
- Collaborated with project managers on feature scoping, edge case testing, and UX iteration.
- Reviewed code and documented best practices for the development team.
Freelance Web Developer — Self-employed
2021 – Present · Berthoud, CO
- Building custom websites and web applications for small businesses in Fort Collins and Northern Colorado.
- Early work: WordPress builds and theme development for local clients.
- Current stack: Next.js, TypeScript, React, Tailwind, Node, PostgreSQL. WordPress and headless CMS for content-managed sites.
- One developer, start to finish — no handoffs, no subcontractors.
Skills
| Languages | TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, PHP, HTML, CSS |
| Frontend | Next.js, React, Tailwind CSS |
| Backend | Node.js, Express, PostgreSQL, REST APIs, Serverless / Edge |
| CMS | WordPress, Headless CMS, WooCommerce, Shopify |
| Tooling | GitHub Actions, Docker, Vercel, WP CLI, Git |
Education
Full-Stack Development Certificate — University of Denver 2021
Four-month intensive covering full-stack fundamentals. Self-taught and on-the-job learning since.