Hello,
my name is
Chad Barrows,
and I like to
build websites.
My Work
Grimes Graphics
This website was created for my current company, a screen printing
and embroidery business just outside of Frederick, MD.
Created with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, & PHP
This Imperfect Now
This is a blog I set up for my wife. I made my own custom theme from
scratch, using a course on Udemy as a guide.
Created with WordPress, HTML, CSS, & PHP
Hagerstown Library
I created this sample library website as a way to practice using React.
Created with React and Redux.
Mason Dixon Scholarship Camp
This website is for a Christian summer camp I volunteer at every
year.
Created with HTML, CSS, & JavaScript
About Me
My background:
I attended Liberty University and graduated in 2012 with a bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design. After graduating, I took a job at a local t-shirt printing business doing design and customer service. More recently I have discovered a love of programming and web development, and dedicated myself to moving into that as a career. I currently live in Hagerstown, Maryland with my lovely wife Lori.
My interests include: RPG-style video games, long epic fantasy books, and synthwave music.
My top skills
HTML
CSS / Sass
JavaScript
Illustrator
Photoshop
I have some experience with:
Git
WordPress / PHP
Gulp
Responsive Design
InDesign
VS Code
Other skills/info:
I have experience working with customers to figure out what their needs are and how to work within their budget.
I enjoy finding ways to stay organized, focused, and productive. This helps me stay motivated and on-track with my projects and goals.
I deeply value integrity, honesty, and good communication. I think that being authentic and consistent is important so others know you're the same person with them and with others.
Current Job:
I am working at Grimes Graphics, a small screen printing and embroidery shop in Frederick. On a typical day I answer customer emails, write up orders, create price quotes, and make designs for t-shirts.
Over the last few years working here I have grown quite a lot. My boss is a great people person, but he often needs help staying organized and doing behind-the-scenes work. So I've learned to be self-motivating and how to keep the business running smoothly.