About Me
Hello there, my name is Brandon Hicks. I'm a full-stack web developer from New Mexico. And I specialize in creating clean, attractive, and modern web applications using RubyOnRails. My creativity drives me to construct professional and innovative solutions to solve a multitude of problems. I have a passion for learning new things and experiencing new challenges on a daily basis. If you would like to learn more about me, you can find my blog at: TheWorkAround
Recent Work
GrantSiren
Web Design App DevelopmentSkills: HTML/CSS, Javascript, RubyOnRails, VueJS, JSON/API, Redis, PostgreSQL
Homepage
https://grantsiren.com/
GrantSiren
I was tasked building a searchable grant database, with preferebly a live search. I was also asked to include subscription billing, so customers can recieve personalized GrantSirens and RFP data.
weather-app
Web Design App DevelopmentSkills: HTML/CSS, Javascript, VueJS, JSON/API
Homepage
http://brandonhicks.me/weather-app/
weather-app
I created a simple single page Weather Application with VueJS. It uses an autocomplete method to ensure valid locations are used. The page than generates an API request a using OpenWeatherMap, to get the current weather associated with the specified location.
SanJuanMaps
Web Design App DevelopmentSkills: ArcGIS, MapBox, SQL, JSON, Postgres, PostGIS, HTML/CSS, Ruby
Homepage https://sanjuanmaps.com/
SanJuanMaps
I used various county datasets to map out several different aspects of the county. Including but not limited to: the building ages in the county, all county property types, all active well sites, and all recently posted crimes in the county.
Kneve
Web Design App DevelopmentSkills: ArcGIS, MapBox, SQL, JSON, Postgres, PostGIS, HTML/CSS, RubyOnRails, Ruby, VueJS
Kneve
I created a team based task management system/todo list to get things done. This not only allows me, it allows others to keep track of their tasks as well. It uses a responsive layout and uses API requests for fast responsiveness.
geoCrimeMap
Web Design App DevelopmentSkills: Mapbox, JSON, HTML/CSS
Homepage
http://brandonhicks.me/geoCrimeMap/
geoCrimeMaps
A local city wanted a geoCrimeMap prototype in order to map out local crime using a custom mapping service.
Basin Home Health
Web Design App DevelopmentSkills: HTML/CSS
Basin Home Health
A local home healthcare facility, that wanted a better way to display their services to their clients.
Virboos
Web Design App DevelopmentSkills: HTML/CSS, RubyOnRails, Ruby
Virboos
I developed a simple application for a distraction free writing area. When you are done writing the application allows you to save it for later, even when offline (with localStorage). You can also save the input as a plain text file for storage anywhere you choose.
Glide CMS
Web Design App DevelopmentSkills: HTML/CSS
Glide CMS
I worked with a small team of developers to create an in-house Rails based CMS. Which enabled the users to create a content rich and easy to manage website.
SixMethods
A methodic redesign of my online portfolio SixMethods
Services
I develop cutting edge web applications in order for you the reach the widest audience possible. I work to increase your products success, while providing quality code for future development.
Development
We design unique, modern, and responsive web applications in order for you to reach to largest audience possible.
Design
We strive to give you a working prototype in a timely fashion, while using modern programming standards to ensure reable, resuable, and reliable code.
Creativity
We strive to give your visitors a lasting experience and an impression they'll never forget.
Projects
debian-rails
A Vagrant/Ansible Provision using Debian as it's VM image to do a basic setup for a Rails Server. It comes with various required systems for a basic rails setup, including but not limited to: postgresql, redis, nodejs, nginx, Phusion Passenger, and much more.
jQuery.Storage
A jQuery plugin to make localStorage easy and manageable to use across variable browsers. Which includes various fallback techniques if the required features are not supported.
Contact Me
I am currently available for freelance or hire.
Feel free to contact me, by one of the following methods.