Mike Lavella
About Mike Lavella
Mike Lavella is a Senior UI/UX Developer at Talogy, where he develops web application style guides and collaborates with various teams to enhance user experience. He holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Science in Interactive Media from Duquesne University.
Work at Talogy
Mike Lavella has served as a Senior UI/UX Developer at Talogy since 2014. In this role, he develops web application style guides based on the Bootstrap framework, ensuring a consistent design across all of Talogy's applications. He collaborates with various teams, including Development, R&D, and Consulting, to enhance user experience by integrating new interactive features. His work involves utilizing Visual Studio 2013 for designing and developing interactive features specifically for Talogy's assessment interface.
Education and Expertise
Mike Lavella holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Interactive Media from Duquesne University, where he studied from 2000 to 2004. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science (M.S.) in Interactive Media from the same institution, completing his studies from 2004 to 2006. His educational background equips him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in UI/UX development.
Background
Mike Lavella began his education at Neshannock Jr. Sr. High School, where he completed his high school studies from 1996 to 2000. Following high school, he attended Duquesne University, where he focused on Interactive Media. His professional career includes roles at various organizations, including PNC, the University of Pittsburgh, Chorus Call, and Duquesne University, where he gained experience in web development and UI design.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his tenure at Talogy, Mike Lavella worked as a UI Designer/Software Engineer at PNC from 2013 to 2014. He also served as a Web Developer at the University of Pittsburgh for six years, from 2007 to 2013. His earlier experience includes a position as a Media Applications Coordinator at Chorus Call from 2006 to 2007 and as a Graduate Assistant in the Journalism/Interactive Media Department at Duquesne University from 2005 to 2006.
Technical Skills
Mike Lavella possesses strong technical skills in creating assessment simulations through the development of vector graphics in Adobe Illustrator. He is proficient in coding with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, employing the Prototype Design Pattern in his work. His expertise in these areas contributes to the effective design and functionality of interactive features in web applications.