Full-stack developer and designer in Greenville, SC. I design and build modern websites, polished interfaces, and custom web apps in React, Node.js, and Python — including AI agents and LLM integrations when a project calls for it.
Hey! I'm Ryan McGatha, a full-stack web developer and designer based in Greenville, SC. I design and build modern websites, polished user interfaces, and custom web apps for businesses across the Upstate — and I bring AI into the picture when it actually moves the needle. Currently at Drum Creative, I manage over 200 client websites and build roughly one new site per week, handling everything from design and layout to development, integrations, and ongoing maintenance.
My day-to-day is design and full-stack development. I work in Figma to wireframe and design sites and apps, then build them out with React, Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind on the front end, and Node.js, Express, FastAPI, and PostgreSQL on the back end. I care a lot about typography, motion, and the small interaction details that make a product feel finished — not just functional.
I also have deep experience shipping AI into real products. At Chipp AI, I built core infrastructure for an AI SaaS platform — dynamic URL crawlers, AI agent tooling that performed real-time RESTful API calls with autonomous data capture, and third-party integrations with Fireflies, Notion, and Calendly. So when a project benefits from a custom AI agent, chatbot, or LLM integration, that's a tool in the box too — not the only one.
Earlier, I worked as a Contract Software Developer for Sully's Steamers in Greenville, SC, building a Franchise Document Management System that streamlined their operations. My foundation in modern full-stack web development comes from Carolina Code School in Greenville, and I've been building and shipping ever since.
Outside of work I enjoy fishing, designing side projects, and keeping up with what's new in both web and AI — from framework releases to LangChain, RAG pipelines, and multi-agent systems. Whether it's a brand-new marketing site, a redesigned web app, a WordPress build, or a custom AI integration, I'm focused on shipping work that looks great, performs well, and actually solves the problem.
A three-piece email suite designed and developed for Concerned Citizens for Animals — Paw Prints Spring 2026, Paw Prints Winter 2025, and a send-only auto-reply, all sharing one editorial design system. Learn more
A real-time messaging application offering secure user registration and dynamic messaging capabilities. Learn more
A comprehensive document management system to enhance operational efficiency and support franchise expansion. Learn more
A tutorial project demonstrating the use of FastAPI with PostgreSQL, including a preset API route with customizable request parameters. Learn more
Managing a portfolio of 200+ client websites while building approximately one new site per week for a Greenville, SC creative agency. Automated recurring development tasks including weekly site maintenance, plugin updates, and security audits to improve team efficiency. Building modern, responsive websites using WordPress, Elementor, and Beaver Builder for clients across various industries in the Upstate South Carolina area.
Contributed to a fast-paced SaaS platform by building advanced features such as dynamic URL crawlers, third-party API integrations (Fireflies, Notion, Calendly), and enhanced user management systems. Implemented tools enabling AI agents to perform real-time RESTful API calls with formless data capture and submission. Streamlined assistant setup and cloning, and delivered polished creator profiles for users to display their custom AI agents.
Developed a comprehensive Franchise Document Management System to optimize operations through secure uploading, managing, and sharing of critical documents. Leveraged real-time data handling and a modern UI to improve overall efficiency and user engagement.
Completed a rigorous full-stack program, mastering practical skills in React, PostgreSQL, Node.js, Express.js, and Tailwind CSS. Engaged in real-world projects and gained hands-on experience with best practices for modern web development.
Next.js
TypeScript
Tailwind CSS
Framer Motion
React Query
Express.js
FastAPI
RESTful APIs
Prisma
SQLAlchemy
JWT