Taylor Pell

Lead UX / UI Developer at Xtern Software

Taylor Pell

Taylor is a front-end developer who builds smart, scalable web experiences that connect businesses to the people they serve. With a strong background in UX design, modern frameworks like React, and performance-first development, she creates interfaces that aren't just beautiful — they work hard under the hood. Her focus is always on crafting intuitive, accessible products that leave a lasting positive impact.

When she's not coding or refining user flows, you'll find Taylor deep in a DIY project, or logging a few more miles prepping for her next race.

Credentials

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science | 2021

Minor in Mathematics, Minor in Music

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Certifications

Google UX Design Professional

A comprehensive 7-course certificate program designed to build mastery in UX principles, tools, and real-world application.

Coursera / Google

Advanced React

Coursera / Meta

An in-depth course designed to strengthen your skills in modern React development, covering advanced concepts such as hooks, performance optimization, state management, and testing for scalable, production-ready applications.

  • Essentials

  • Version Control:
  • Skilled in Git for version control and collaboration.
  • Agile Methodologies:
  • Hands-on experience with Agile/Scrum development processes and project management tools like Jira or Trello.
  • Cross-Browser Compatibility:
  • Consistent design and functionality across different browsers and devices.
  • Performance Optimization:
  • Indepth knowledge of performance optimization techniques for front-end applications.
  • Responsive Design:
  • Expertise in creating mobile-first, responsive designs using CSS frameworks or media queries.

  • UX / UI

  • React.js:
  • Skilled in building dynamic user interfaces in JSX/TSX using React components and hooks.
  • JavaScript:
  • Advanced knowledge of JavaScript ES6+ for building scalable frontend features.
  • HTML/CSS:
  • Expertise in semantic HTML and responsive design principles with CSS.
  • State Management:
  • Robust experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Context API).
  • UI Libraries/Frameworks:
  • Mastered use of libraries like TailwindCSS.
  • User-Centered Design:
  • Skilled in creating user personas, user journeys, and wireframes.
  • Prototyping Tools:
  • In-depth knowledge using tools like Figma and Adobe XD for designing high-fidelity wireframes and interactive prototypes.
  • Information Architecture:
  • Expert-level understanding of information organization, hierarchy, and sequence.
  • Usability Testing:
  • Experience conducting usability tests and gathering user feedback to inform design decisions.
  • Accessibility:
  • Well-rounded Knowledge of web accessibility standards (WCAG) to ensure inclusive design.