Joel Cudmore — Co-Founder

I don't just write code; I translate intent. In the software world, there is often a "loss in translation" between what a designer envisions and what eventually ships to the browser. As a Senior Front-End Engineer with a deep background in Art Direction and Graphic Design, I exist to close that gap. I speak fluent "Designer." I understand grid systems, typographic hierarchy, and the importance of negative space. I combine this visual intuition with 17+ years of engineering rigor (React, Angular, TypeScript) to build interfaces that are as robust as they are beautiful. My Core Philosophy: - Fidelity Matters: I treat design files as a source of truth, not a suggestion. - AI-Accelerated Craftsmanship: I leverage modern AI coding assistants to handle boilerplate and rapid iteration. However, I apply strict "Human-in-the-Loop" oversight. I use AI to code faster, but I rely on my experience to ensure the output is secure, scalable, and architecturally sound. - Code is a Craft: Clean, semantic, and accessible code is the foundation of a good user experience. - Preparation Prevents Poor Performance: Drawing from my leadership in Scouts Canada, I approach development with a "be prepared" mindset—focusing on maintainability, scalability, and leaving the codebase cleaner than I found it. Whether translating concepts into code or building a complex single-page application, my goal is the same: to build digital experiences that honour the creative vision without compromising on performance. Tech Stack: JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, React, Angular, Firebase, SCSS, Node.js, Git. AI Workflows: LLM-Assisted Coding, Automated Refactoring, AI-Driven Unit Testing. Design Tools: Figma, Adobe Suite, Photography. Let's build something that looks—and works—exactly as intended.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Senior Front-End Engineer specializing in high-fidelity web applications and AI-accelerated development.

Location: Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Experience: 13 yrs