Hi, I'm
Andrew Ellender

Software Engineer & IT Specialist

Results-driven developer with expertise in full-stack development, database architecture, and enterprise IT solutions. Passionate about leveraging modern technologies to solve complex problems.

const developer = {
name: 'Andrew Ellender',
location: 'Lake Charles, LA',
skills: ['C#', 'React', 'Go', 'SQL'],
passion: 'Building innovative solutions',
status: 'Ready to create awesome things!'
};

Technical Skills

C# / ASP.NET

Enterprise-level application development

⚛️
React / React Native

Modern frontend & mobile development

🗄️
SQL / Databases

Database design & optimization

🔧
Go

High-performance backend services

🐳
Docker

Containerization & deployment

☁️
Cloud (AWS/Azure)

Cloud infrastructure & services

🔐
Blue Team

Protecting digital systems, networks, and programs from cyberattacks

🕵
Red Team

Simulates attacks to test and exploit vulnerabilities.

Featured Projects

💰 Budgello

Self-hosted web application for personal finance management with budget tracking and spending visualization.

Go React Docker

🏈 Bravo Auction Calculator

Cross-platform mobile app providing fantasy football players with strategic data tools for auction-style drafts.

React Native TypeScript Expo

🏈 Nexus Music

A self-hosted music streaming platform using Go and React, all containerized with docker.

Go React Docker

Professional Journey

Information Technology Specialist

Louisiana Pigment

Apr 2024 - Present

  • Engineered full-stack ASP.NET applications, migrating legacy systems
  • Architected and optimized SQL databases for critical operations
  • Fortified network security across fiber and ethernet environments

System Engineer

National Networks

Dec 2023 - Apr 2024

  • Managed Windows servers (AD, DHCP, DNS)
  • Implemented backup/recovery solutions
  • Administered Microsoft 365 services

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science (Software Engineering)

Louisiana State University

Aug 2019 - May 2023

    GPA: 3.55

Let's Build Something Amazing

I'm always excited to work on innovative projects and solve challenging problems. Whether you have a question or just want to say hi, I'll get back to you!