About Travis M. McCoy

Full-Stack Developer

Dayton, OH 45342mac@sitesbymac.dev(937) 467-9312

Professional Summary

After a decade of honing discipline, crisis management and precision in manufacturing and corrections, I transitioned to software development with a focus on backend systems using Node.js and Python. My leadership and patience drive reliable API design and maintainable architectures. My DreamWeaver sleep tracking app demonstrates how resilience and a methodical mindset translate into clean code, efficient workflows and meaningful user experiences.

Technical Skills

Languages & Frameworks

JavaScript (ES6+)TypeScriptPythonReactNext.jsNode.jsExpress

Frontend & Styling

HTML5CSS3SassBootstrapTailwind CSSResponsive DesignWCAG Accessibility

Backend & Databases

MongoDBMongoosePostgreSQLRESTful API DesignJWT AuthenticationFlask

Development Tools

Git/GitHubVS CodePostmanESLintPrettierJestEnvironment Variables

Deployment & Hosting

VercelNetlifyHerokuDomain ManagementSSL CertificatesStatic Generation

Project Management

Agile/ScrumJiraTrello (Kanban)FigmaDraw.io DiagramsProcess Documentation

Leadership & Communication

Crisis De-escalationTeam LeadershipConflict ResolutionPublic SpeakingPolicy EnforcementAttention To Detail

Security & Risk Management

Physical Security ProtocolsSocial Engineering AwarenessRisk AssessmentIncident ResponseSecurity DocumentationThreat Identification

Operations & Quality

Manufacturing OperationsQuality ControlInventory ManagementSafety ProtocolsOSHA ComplianceDocumentation Standards

Professional Associations & Community Outreach

Professional Associations

Men Advocating Real Change

Member

Professional development and advocacy organization

Allies in Tech

Member

Supporting diversity and inclusion in technology

Out in Tech

Member

LGBTQ+ professionals in technology

MentorCruise

Member

Professional mentorship platform

Boy Scouts of America

Former Life Scout - Troop 69, Order of the Arrow

Currently seeking service opportunities with Troop 236 in Kettering

Community Outreach

Miami Valley Unitarian Universalists

Member

Religious community focused on social justice and inclusion

Dayton Mercy Society

Volunteer

Local community outreach and support services

Professional Experience

Correctional Officer V

Texas Department of Criminal Justice - Holliday Transfer Facility • TX

2017-09-01 - 2024-10-01

High-security supervision and crisis management in correctional facility environment

  • Supervised high-security housing units and conducted wellness checks.
  • Led suicide-watch interventions and emergency escort teams; CPR/AED certified.
  • Trained staff in communication, de-escalation, and safety drills.
  • Implemented physical security protocols and identified potential social engineering threats.
  • Learned operational Spanish for daily communications with inmates of diverse backgrounds.
  • Was instrumental in maintaining American Correctional Association Accreditation through meticulous report generation.
  • Managed a team of 30 inmates to produce 2200 meals while maintaining inventory control (ingredients) and materiel control of sensitive tools (knives, anything that could be made a weapon) and maintained strict cleanliness and food safety standards during white-glove inspections of the kitchen.
Crisis ManagementTeam LeadershipSafety ProtocolsDocumentation Systems

Assembly, Testing & Inventory Auditor

KitchenAid Factory Distribution Center • Greenville, OH

2015-09-01 - 2017-08-01

Manufacturing operations including assembly, quality testing, and inventory management

  • Operated robotic-assisted metal machining and electronic assembly lines under high-volume targets.
  • Conducted QA testing and logged defect data for cross-team review.
  • Led inventory audits that strengthened supply chain reliability and reduced discrepancies.
  • Maintained production quality standards in high-volume manufacturing environment.
Manufacturing SystemsQuality ControlInventory ManagementData Logging

Quality Inspector / Machine Operator

GTI Greenville Technology Inc. (Moriroku Network) • Greenville, OH

2012-06-01 - 2015-08-01

Quality inspection and machine operation for automotive component manufacturing

  • In 3 years never caused a lost-time quality problem by sending inferior parts, saving Moriroku $10k per minute (the supplier got charged for work stoppage on the auto assembly line).
  • Operated injection-molding machinery and Dukane sonic welders.
  • Applied 5S and Kanban systems for workflow optimization.
  • Managed forklift logistics and completed OSHA-style safety training.
  • Maintained strict quality standards for automotive industry requirements.
Quality Management SystemsManufacturing Equipment5S/KanbanSafety Protocols

Featured Projects

Phantastic Beasts

A full-stack web application showcasing fantasy creatures with interactive features.

MongoDBEJSHeroku

Slay The Dagron

An interactive browser-based game with engaging gameplay mechanics.

JavaScriptHTML5CSS3GitHub Pages

Dream Weaver

A creative web application with modern UI/UX design.

ReactViteMongoDBNode.js

Education & Training

Software Engineering Immersive

General Assembly

Expected Completion: August 2025

Relevant Coursework:

HTML5 & CSS3JavaScript (ES6+) & TypeScriptReact & Next.jsNode.js & ExpressMongoDB & PostgreSQLRESTful API DesignGit & GitHubAgile/Scrum WorkflowsJWT AuthenticationDeployment (Vercel, Netlify, Heroku)Python & FlaskModular Code ArchitectureSecure Web App Fundamentals

International Relations (Pre-Law)

Ohio University

Completed: December 2010

Leadership:

  • Vice President, Athens Wargamers - Tabletop Role Playing and Collaborative Story Telling

Political Science (Dual Enrollment)

Wright State University

Completed: December 2009

Leadership:

  • Secretary of Psychology Society - Organized Excursions for the Discussion and Study Group

Honors Diploma

Celina High School

Completed: June 2009

Leadership:

  • Captain of Scholastic Quiz Bowl Team - Led a 4-Week Run on High Q (WHIO Television Channel 7)

Certifications

Software Engineering Immersive - Pending Final Project

General Assembly2025-08-27

CPR/AED Certified

American Red Cross2024-01-01

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Training

Traliant2025-01-01

Professional Associations & Memberships

Men Advocating Real Change

Member

Professional development and advocacy organization

Allies in Tech

Member

Supporting diversity and inclusion in technology

Out in Tech

Member

LGBTQ+ professionals in technology

MentorCruise

Member

Professional mentorship platform

Boy Scouts of America

Former Life Scout - Troop 69, Order of the Arrow

Currently seeking service opportunities with Troop 236 in Kettering

Community Activities & Interests

Coffee and Coding

Exploring

Local developer meetup and networking group

Rose Gauntlet Foundation

Exploring

Supporting diversity in tabletop gaming

Unpub Tabletop Mentorship

Exploring

Mentoring game designers and developers

Dayton Web Dev Meetup

Member

Local web development community

Community & Religious Outreach

Miami Valley Unitarian Universalists

Member

Religious community focused on social justice and inclusion

Dayton Mercy Society

Volunteer

Local community outreach and support services

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