’ mike mathew

Mike is the most productive contributor on our team of front-end software engineers at Text-Em-All, and one of the most impactful software engineers I've worked with over my career. I've worked closely with Mike for nearly eight years at Text-Em-All. We've worked together on the company's flagship web application as well as its companion mobile app. Mike has delivered core features, as a team lead as well as trusted team member. He has a deep understanding of complex business rules and priorities and consistently delivers the correct features at the right time. He has an uncanny ability to multi-task - writing code, reviewing code, mentoring teammates - with quality and professionalism. Mike monitors trends across multiple tech stacks and recommends options to refresh and modernize our long-running projects. Above and beyond technical qualifications, he is dependable, positive and a pleasure to work with. I recommend Mike to any project looking for a high caliber developer.

Mike is an incredible engineer and an even better human being. I had the privilege of meeting Mike years ago at local meetups, learning from him during my internship at Text-Em-All, and collaborating with him as a co-organizer of the ReactJS Dallas meetup. From a technical perspective, Mike is exceptionally thorough in his research and understanding of technology which enables him to choose the right tools for the right problems. His technical aptitude is matched by his natural ability to teach (a skill honed from his previous career in education). Mike continuously elevates those around him, whether through mentorship, knowledge sharing, or fostering collaboration. Beyond his technical and teaching strengths, Mike is a true community builder. For over a decade, he has led and facilitated ReactJS Dallas, creating a space where thousands of developers and aspiring engineers have connected, learned, and grown. His passion for the community and his welcoming demeanor produce positive and inspiring interactions. Mike’s infectious energy and inclusive approach create an environment where people feel safe to learn and thrive. I am grateful for the impact Mike has had on my career and the broader developer community. Any team or organization would be fortunate to have him.

Working with Mike is a superlative experience in so many respects. Acting as a senior team member, he is consistently generous with his time, never hesitating to explain a concept, provide his expertise and knowledge, or take the time to communicate effectively and thoroughly to others. He is a key leader on the frontend team in terms of new technologies, developing and maintaining best practices across the code base, and architecting new patterns, including advocating for and spearheading the conversion of our entire app to Typescript. He is our local expert on accessibility, CSS, and UI practices as well, bridging a gap between the engineers and our product team, and often spotting issues or opportunities for modernizing that we otherwise would not. He brings an indefatigable attention to detail and minutiae to all his work, big and small. Mike is a true joy to work with and embodies the example of a team member who leads by example and inspiration!

Mike is an exceptional engineer with a rare balance of strong technical ability and excellent soft skills. He consistently brings forward thoughtful ideas around technologies and patterns that help elevate the entire team. I have learned a great deal from working with him. Beyond his day-to-day work, Mike also hosts the React Meetup, which speaks to his passion for the craft and the community. He takes initiative, leads by example, and always leaves things better than he found them. Mike is truly a top-tier engineer. 💪

As someone who comes from teaching, I have seen you really shine in teaching through your PR reviews. You are always willing to have a conversation about why an engineer made the decision they did and how they can get even better, without being demeaning. This is something that is hard to accomplish all the time, and you continuously show up this way. As someone who receives your PR reviews, I know through your feedback that you are working to make us and the codebase better.