Ross Ragsdale

I'm the founder of Point Blank Dev- my ship on the high seas of the internet as a web dev freelancer. Over the last few years. I've completed countless web development projects for lots of customers. I work most projects solo to build out elegant, performant applications for founders- but I've have a few contractors I've worked with and mentored over my career. When necessary, I know I can trust them to help me get projects across the finish line when projects are on a tight timeline.

As the VP of Engineering at Blockbeat, I lead a talented team of engineers to develop and maintain a robust news aggregation and financial intelligence trading web application designed for retail investors. Our mission is to democratize access to sophisticated trading tools and insights, leveling the playing field for all. Key Responsibilities: 🔧 Architect and oversee the entire application system, ensuring seamless integration of various components including news collection services, APIs, and AI systems. 💡 Drive innovation in the financial sector by incorporating cutting-edge technologies to enhance app performance and user experience. 📈 Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align technical strategies with business goals, facilitating growth and driving user acquisition. 🛡️ Uphold the highest standards of security and data privacy, ensuring the protection of sensitive user information. 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the engineering team, promoting collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth. At Blockbeat, we believe in empowering retail investors with the tools and information they need to make informed decisions and succeed in the financial markets. As VP of Engineering, I am proud to contribute to this mission by delivering an innovative and secure platform that truly makes a difference in our users' lives.

● Migrated flagship app to serverless backend. (AWS Cognito, AppSync, GraphQL, DynamoDB) ● Added event-driven notification system. (AWS AppSync, DynamoDB, React, Redux) ● Designed, developed, and deployed requested features as needed. (ReactJS)