About Mark

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  Mark L. Reyes

  (he/him)

  Digital Technologist chronicling web dev, mic quests & advocating the important.

  

  

Mark is a Front-End Engineer, Podcast Producer, and Advocate crafting dynamic web experiences and scalable UI systems.

His journey began in web marketing, but his passion for design systems, JavaScript frameworks, and tech storytelling quickly evolved into a multifaceted career that spans development, digital strategy, and audio production. Today, he helps companies—from Fortune 500s to startups—deliver performant, accessible, and engaging digital products that align with real business goals.

• Designs and develops front-end experiences using modern stacks like React, Angular, and Astro.
• Creates and optimizes websites for performance, UX, and accessibility.
• Consults on web development, podcast production, and OpenAI integrations via marklreyes.com.
• Hosts the AllWebSD podcast, highlighting San Diego’s tech community and advocating for mindful tech practices and meaningful conversations.
• Produces and co-hosts The Puff Provisions Podcast, delivering insightful content that blends humor and real-life experiences to discuss topics like wellness, family, and the role of cannabis in modern society.

• Led the responsive overhaul of Thermo Fisher’s global web platform.
• Partnered with colleagues to build Kinectify’s inaugural design system using Storybook, aiding in the modernization of Angular applications across product teams.
• Produced 100+ podcast episodes available across major platforms—fostering conversations on tech, lifestyle, and modern societal topics.

Web Development · UI Engineering · Design Systems · Podcast Production · Digital Strategy · Data Visualization · WordPress & Shopify · Performance Optimization · Teaching & Mentorship

Outside of work, Mark is a dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and volunteer coach at Gracie Barra, holding a brown belt under Magid Hage. He mentors students on and off the mats, emphasizing discipline, resilience, and continuous learning. Above all, he values quality time with his family, finding balance and inspiration through shared moments and everyday adventures.