Jayson Dasher
iOS / Web Developer
Summary
Hi, I'm Jayson. I'm passionate about building software, especially crafting intuitive and high-performance iOS applications using Swift and SwiftUI. My background also includes full-stack web development, giving me a broad perspective to tackle challenges across different platforms. I enjoy solving complex problems and am committed to creating exceptional user experiences while continuously learning and adopting new technologies.
Experience
Web Developer
Vastcore, Remote
November 2021 - Present
- Independently developed and maintained marketing websites, initially using Drupal and WordPress, handling projects from conception through deployment and updates.
- Spearheaded the modernization of the company's web development practices by introducing React for complex applications.
- Established and managed the company's GitHub organization and Vercel deployment workflows.
- Managed deployment processes, transitioning from cPanel uploads for PHP-based sites to DNS management for React applications hosted on Vercel.
Sales Representative
Verizon, Winder, GA
October 2020 – October 2021
- Consulted with retail customers to assess communication needs and recommend suitable Verizon products, plans, and services.
- Provided product demonstrations and assisted with device setup and activation.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Verizon's diverse product portfolio and promotional offerings.
District Manager
Sprint, Louisiana (Previously Atlanta, GA)
May 2017 – September 2020
- Advanced through progressively responsible roles including Sales Representative, Sales Lead, and Store Manager before promotion to District Manager.
- Directed operations and sales strategies for a district of six retail locations in Louisiana.
- Implemented targeted coaching and performance management initiatives, resulting in the district's transformation from bottom 2% to top 10% nationally within six months.
- Oversaw all aspects of district management, including staffing, training, P&L responsibility, inventory control, and ensuring consistent execution of company objectives.
Skills
iOS & Mobile Development
- Swift & SwiftUI
- UIKit
- Core Data
- ARKit
- MapKit
- Firebase
- REST APIs
- React Native
- Kotlin
- Mobile UI/UX Design
- App Store Connect
- TestFlight
Web Development
- React.js
- Next.js
- TypeScript
- JavaScript
- Node.js
- Tailwind CSS
- GraphQL
- Express
- Drupal
- WordPress
- RESTful API Design
- Responsive Design
Tools & Practices
- Git & GitHub
- CI/CD Pipelines
- Agile/Scrum
- Unit Testing
- Code Reviews
- Performance Optimization
- System Architecture
- Technical Documentation
- Jira
Education
B.S. Software Development
Georgia Gwinnett College, Lawrenceville, GA
Graduating Spring 2025
CS193p: Developing Apps for iOS (Online Course)
Stanford University
Completed 2023
iOS & Swift - The Complete iOS App Development Bootcamp
Udemy
Completed 2020
Projects
A free golf GPS app and rangefinder designed to simplify your golf game. SimplifyGolf offers accurate GPS distances, access to 42,000+ courses, and an easy-to-use interface for scoring and course management.
Key Features:
- Accurate GPS distances to green
- Scorecard keeper
- Access 42,000+ courses
- Battery efficient design
Technologies:
A personal website designed to mimic an iOS device interface. The website displays like an iPad homescreen on desktop and an iPhone homescreen on mobile devices, with realistic device frames and UI elements.
Key Features:
- Responsive design that adapts between tablet and mobile views
- Realistic iPad frame with aurora-like glow effects on desktop
- Full-screen iPhone experience on mobile with status bar and home indicator
- iOS-style app icons for project links
- iOS-style widgets for personal information
- Modern, clean UI inspired by Apple's design language
Technologies:
TaskVault
A task management app that uses Firebase for user authentication and persistent storage, with a sleek and modern UI built using SwiftUI.
Key Features:
- Create a new account
- Sign in
- Create task (Include due date/time)
- Mark task complete
- Delete task
- Sign out
Technologies:
TourTrack
A demonstration project showcasing the capabilities of MapKit and SwiftUI design. This project serves as an example for developers to understand the integration of MapKit with SwiftUI and the design principles involved, while utilizing the Wikipedia API for rich location descriptions.
Key Features:
- MapKit Integration: Demonstrates the use of MapKit to display locations on a map
- SwiftUI Design: Utilizes SwiftUI for building user interfaces
- Wikipedia API Integration: Fetches and displays detailed location information
- Dynamic Content: Provides users with up-to-date and informative location descriptions