About Travis M. McCoy

SitesbyMac.dev — Portfolio & Blog Platform

Next.js, TypeScript, TailwindCSS, Jest • October 2025

• Built custom blog engine with MDX support and automated syntax highlighting
• Integrated GitHub API for real-time project showcase and portfolio integration
• Achieved 98+ Lighthouse scores across all metrics (performance, accessibility, best practices)
• Live: sitesbymac.dev | GitHub

StirCraft — Cocktail Discovery Platform

Django, PostgreSQL, Python, Bootstrap • August 2025 | Team Lead

• Led 3-person agile team using GitHub Projects for sprint planning and collaboration
• Architected database schema with 6 interconnected models and complex relationships
• Designed custom ABV calculation algorithms and recipe forking with attribution tracking
• Achieved 100% test coverage with 57 automated PyTest tests
• Built demo data system with 15+ themed users and 300+ realistic interactions
• Live: stircraft-app.herokuapp.com | GitHub

VolunQueer — LGBTQ+ Volunteer Platform

Django, PostgreSQL, React, TypeScript • Pre-launch (In Development)

• Connecting LGBTQ+ volunteers with community organizations and social impact initiatives
• Participate in strategic migration from AWS Amplify to Django/PostgreSQL stack
• Implement test-driven development practices with comprehensive PyTest coverage
• Adapt React components to Django templates while maintaining WCAG accessibility standards
• GitHub

Griftopedia — Scam Database & Resource Platform

Django, PostgreSQL, React • Under Construction

• Comprehensive database of common scams, fraud tactics, and prevention strategies
• Educational resource for identifying and avoiding financial/social engineering attacks
• Community-contributed content with expert verification
• Status: Early development phase with architecture planning underway

Dream Weaver — Sleep Tracking Application

MERN Stack, JWT Auth, MongoDB • September 2025

• Full-stack app with role-based access control and user authentication
• 60% performance gain via MongoDB optimization and indexing strategies
• Cross-browser testing across 5 platforms (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Mobile)
• Live: dream-weaver.vercel.app | GitHub

Fridge Buddy — Django Food Inventory App

Django, HTML5, CSS3, SQLite

• Food inventory management across fridge, freezer, pantry, and shopping lists
• Expiration date tracking and category organization to reduce food waste
• Smart organization with semantic URLs and responsive templates
• Planned features: barcode scanning, notifications, analytics, recipe suggestions
• GitHub

VolunQueer — Junior Django Developer

Remote (Portland, OR) • November 2025–Present

• Collaborate in distributed team using GitHub Projects, Discord, and Google Meet
• Implement test-driven development with PyTest achieving comprehensive test coverage
• Adapt React components to Django templates maintaining WCAG accessibility standards
• Participate in strategic migration from AWS Amplify to Django/PostgreSQL stack
• Document technical decisions and patterns in shared knowledge base
• Participate in daily standups and sprint ceremonies across multiple time zones

Texas Department of Criminal Justice — Correctional Officer V

Huntsville, TX • August 2017–November 2024 (7 years)

• Supervised housing units of 200+ individuals, ensuring compliance with strict policies and schedules
• Maintained flawless accountability records over 7 years with zero audit violations
• Led armed transport of inmates to external medical facilities requiring enhanced security vigilance
• Trained and mentored new staff in communication, reporting, safety protocols, and compliance procedures
• Produced detailed incident reports, maintenance requests, and behavioral documentation
• Led emergency response and coordinated cross-team operations under high-pressure situations
• Achieved consistent certification renewal through continuing education and performance evaluation

KitchenAid/Whirlpool — Quality Testing & Inventory Auditor

Greenville, OH • March 2015–June 2017

• Performed systematic QA testing on 700+ units daily, maintaining detailed defect tracking and logging
• Reduced inspection time by 25% through process optimization and 5S methodology
• Contributed to 15% reduction in return rates through enhanced quality control procedures
• Conducted comprehensive inventory audits improving supply chain reliability and accuracy
• Operated robotic-assisted assembly lines under high-volume production targets

GTI Greenville Technology — Quality Inspector & Machine Operator

Greenville, OH • September 2012–January 2015

• Maintained flawless quality record over 3 years, preventing costly line stoppages
• Applied 5S and Kanban systems for workflow optimization and lean manufacturing
• Documented inspections and ensured compliance with manufacturing and safety standards
• Operated precision manufacturing equipment for automotive component production

Tastemorr Basic Grain — Production & Operations

Coldwater, OH • November 2010–August 2012

• Operated production equipment in grain processing facility
• Maintained quality standards and food safety protocols
• Managed inventory and supply chain logistics
• Ensured compliance with operational and safety regulations

Software Engineering Immersive

General Assembly • Graduated August 2025

• 480-hour intensive full-stack development program
• Coursework: HTML5 & CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+) & TypeScript, React & Next.js, Node.js & Express
• MongoDB & PostgreSQL, Django & Python Web Development, RESTful API Design
• Git & GitHub, Agile/Scrum Workflows, JWT Authentication, Deployment strategies
• Test-Driven Development, Database Design & Optimization, Team Leadership & Project Management
• Developed 4 full-stack CRUD applications with WCAG accessibility and mobile-first responsive design

Wright State University

Dayton, OH • 2007–2009

• Non-degree dual enrollment opportunity while in high school
• Social Science and Statistics coursework completed
• Uncompleted Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences

Celina High School

Celina, OH • Graduated 2009

• Honors Diploma recipient
• AP Chemistry: Score 5 (highest possible)
• Extracurriculars: Science club, competitive debate, academic team competitions

Ongoing Technical Education

Self-Directed Learning • 2023–Present

• Harvard CS50x: Introduction to Computer Science
• Harvard CS50w: Web Programming with Python/JavaScript
• Azure Fundamentals certification (in progress)
• Cloud architecture exploration (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• The Odin Project & FreeCodeCamp advanced modules
• C++, C#, and Angular independent study

Professional Certifications

• Software Engineering Immersive Certificate — General Assembly (2025)
• CPR/AED Certified — American Red Cross (2024)
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Training — Traliant (2025)
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II — Eligible (2025)

Professional Associations & Communities

• Men Advocating Real Change — Professional development and advocacy organization
• Allies in Tech — Supporting diversity and inclusion in technology
• Out in Tech — LGBTQ+ professionals in technology

Community Engagement & Activities

• Coffee and Coding — Local developer meetup and networking group
• Rose Gauntlet Foundation — Supporting diversity in tabletop gaming
• Unpub Tabletop Mentorship — Mentoring game designers and developers
• Dayton Web Dev Meetup — Local web development community

Community Outreach & Volunteering

• Miami Valley Unitarian Universalists (Member) — Religious community focused on social justice and inclusion
• Dayton Mercy Society (Volunteer) — Local community outreach and support services