NICHOLAS RAGLAND.

Software Engineer and Cybersecurity Specialist with a passion for building clean, efficient, and secure solutions.

Nicholas Ragland

about.

Hello!

My name is Nicholas Ragland. I hold degrees in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and Data Analytics, with experience in Full Stack Development. I love solving complex problems - whether that involves building solutions for data-driven projects, tackling CTF and security challenges, learning new programming languages, or exploring emerging technologies. I believe being curious and continuously learning, keeping up with the latest innovations in an ever changing tech world, is the key to success in this field.

Away from the keyboard, I enjoy time with family and friends, exploring the outdoors, listening to music, drinking lots of coffee, traveling, reading, and staying active. All these help me find my balance between tech and life beyond screens.

Thanks for stopping by!

  • Programming Languages
    Python, C++, R, SQL, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, GraphQL
  • Web Development
    Libraries & Frameworks
    React, Next.js, Gatsby.js, Tailwind CSS, Styled Components
  • Data Science
    Libraries & Frameworks
    Pandas, NumPy, Shiny, Plotly, Tidyverse
  • Design & Productivity Tools
    Adobe InDesign & Acrobat, Microsoft Excel
  • Development
    Tools & Platforms
    Git, GitHub, VSCode, Docker, Jupyter(Notebook/Lab), RStudio, Anaconda, Virtual Machines, WSL2, MSYS2, MinGW, Vercel, Firebase, Oracle Apex, APIs, SEO
  • Security & Networking
    Kali Linux, GNU/Linux, Windows Security Hardening, Bash Scripting, PowerShell, Penetration Testing, Wireshark, Command Line Tools, CTF Challenges
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experience.

Software Engineer @ Punch House

Contractor

January 2025 - Present

  • Collaborate with Co-Founders and Managing Partners to conduct in-depth research, gather business requirements, and contribute to the architectural planning of technology solutions
  • Consult with vendors to explore integration opportunities and draft detailed reports to ensure alignment with strategic business goals
  • Architect Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) API solutions for real-time e-commerce sales tracking and inventory management, streamlining data exchange between internal systems and distributor platforms
  • Design back-end synchronization mechanisms that incorporate urgency cues to enhance operational efficiency across workflows
  • Partner with brand designers and leadership to shape the UI/UX, building responsive, accessible components that align with the brand and elevate user experience

projects.

Featured Projects.

Most Recent Projects.

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  • My Portfolio

    Personal portfolio website built with Gatsby.js, JavaScript, GraphQL, GSAP, and Styled Components.

    • Gatsby.js
    • JavaScript
    • GraphQL
    • Styled-Components
    GitHub

  • TeachMate-EduPlatform

    Created to provide free, accessible education through live classes taught by volunteer instructors. Developed for a hackathon focused on the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

    • Next.js
    • Tailwind CSS
    • Firebase
    • TypeScript
    GitHub

  • AI Minimax TicTacToe

    An unbeatable Tic-Tac-Toe Artificial Intelligence in C++, featuring the Minimax algorithm with Alpha-Beta pruning and visualized move tree traversal.

    • AI
    • Minimax Algorithm
    • Alpha-Beta Pruning
    • C++
    GitHub

  • Python Projects

    Collection of Python Projects, Jupyter Notebooks, & Learning Materials.

    • Python
    • Jupyter
    GitHub

  • Advent of Code

    An annual advent calendar of small programming puzzles.

    Advent of Code - Official Site

    • Python
    GitHub

  • Star Wars Fansite

    Take a look at where my coding journey started: a Star Wars fansite dedicated to the films written by George Lucas.

    • HTML
    • CSS
    • JavaScript
    GitHub