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About Me

Hey, it's great to meet you! I'm Zach Olivare 👋. I really, truly appreciate you taking the time to read through my blog!

I am a UI architect, with a focus on web-accessibility and a variety of Fullstack experience. I currently work (remotely) at SkySlope as a Lead Software Engineer.

With more than 10 years of industry experience, I am dedicated to finding effective solutions to complex problems.

  • I live in Milwaukee, WI.
  • I can solve a Rubik's Cube in under 30 seconds.
  • My last name is pronounced "olive air".
  • I have two dogs; Lola, a 14lb Mini Aussie; and Fitz, a 90lb German Shepard.
  • My wife, Kierstyn, is a UX Designer.
  • I've created React design systems for four different companies.
  • I was born on Halloween 🎃
  • I hold U.S. patient 10,318,266: Modular multi-function thermostat
  • I attended the Milwaukee School of Engineering, Go Raiders!
  • I have a passion for fruited sour craft beers.
  • I have been to 10 (and counting) MLB Ballparks ⚾
  • I've published more than a dozen NPM packages
  • I'm known as pretty good chef amongst my friends and family.
  • I've taught classes on Git and am obsessed with helping teams use it effectively
  • We recently welcomed our son, Apollo, into the world ☀️