Dan Simmons-Ritchie

FULL-STACK ENGINEER

About me

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Hi, there. My name's Dan.

I'm a Full-stack Engineer based in Austin, Texas. I specialize in improving website functionality and creating feature-rich user experiences.

Before I became an engineer, I was a journalist for nine years, specializing in investigative reporting and data analysis. Over my career, I've been honored to receive more than a dozen journalism awards, including three national honors.

You can see examples of my work below or view my full resume on LinkedIn.

Software

Below you'll find a sampling of personal and professional dev projects.
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Texas Tribune

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Power outage trackers

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"Unfair Burden" interactive explainer

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PACourtFilings.org

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Mariner East interactive

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"Covid Alerts" emailer app

Awards

I've been honored to receive more than a dozen journalism awards. Here's a list:

First place, graphic/photo illustration

2021

Professional Keystone Press Awards

Reader Initiative Award

2021

Professional Keystone Press Awards

First place, environmental reporting (daily)

2021

SPJ Keystone Pro Chapter Spotlight Contest

First amendment award

2019

Pa. Associated Press Managing Editors Association Awards

First place, enterprise reporting

2019

Pa. Associated Press Managing Editors Association Awards

Second place, investigative reporting

2019

Professional Keystone Press Awards

LET'S TALK

Shoot me a message. I'd love to hear from you.

© Dan Simmons-Ritchie, 2023