My name is Ashley, and I am the owner, designer and developer for The Southern Tech Lady.  I decided to start this business because I wanted to merge my love of coding and web design with my love of creative arts.  I have been a software developer for over 13 years, and I have worked in the public and private sectors. I primarily code in C, C++, Python, and VBA.  I have multiple years of on-the-job experience using SQL, Docker, Gitlab, and Ansible as well.  I am also the owner and designer of a stationery company called I Have Plans for You where I sell stationery that I draw and hand letter.

I decided that I was tired of working within the confounds of the corporate world and decided to branch off into the world of UX/UI Design and Web/App Development.  I started The Southern Tech Lady to share my portfolio and to blog about my process.   Over the years, this has turned into an avenue for me to empower women in tech with pertinent and entertaining information to help them make it through their journey.  I want this to be an informative and friendly space where women and minorities can learn and feel seen in the tech world.

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I am a mom to two bright and beautiful daughters.  I am married to The Tech Gentleman. I enjoy drawing, dancing, singing, crochet, reading and volunteering.