Micah Jones

Lead maintainer of the Astro UXDS open-source web component library, responsible for developing new components, fixing bugs, and implementing new features. Led responses to developer needs through GitHub issues, discussions, and support emails.

Worked on various client projects with a frontend focus, utilizing React, Angular, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS to build scalable web applications.

Developed a theming plugin for Grafana with over 800K downloads, enhancing customization options for users.

Collaborated in an agile environment, attending meetings with clients and stakeholders to align development with business goals. Worked closely with cross-functional teams, including UX designers, in-house developers, and client developers, to deliver high-quality solutions.

Collaborated with senior developers to transition Astro UXDS web components from Lit to Stencil, ensuring improved performance and maintainability. Developed the React wrapper for Astro UXDS components, enabling seamless integration within React applications.

Maintained the company website (built with 11ty), ensuring reliability and performance. Automated CI/CD workflows using GitHub Actions, streamlining deployment and testing processes.

Created an NPX command to initialize boilerplate code for Astro UXDS web components in React, improving developer efficiency. Actively responded to GitHub issues with professionalism, providing timely support and troubleshooting.

Conducted a comprehensive design audit of all web components, identifying and resolving UI/UX inconsistencies.

Promoted to Full Stack Developer after just one year, recognizing contributions and technical growth.