[ Frontend ]
Frontend
Interaction-heavy interfaces built with performance, hierarchy, and responsiveness in mind.
- React
- Next.js
- TypeScript
- Tailwind CSS
- GSAP
[ About ]
Full Stack Software Engineer
Based in California
Design-led engineering with structure, motion, and restraint.
I'm Seth Kasten. I design and build digital products that balance visual craft with technical discipline, with a focus on interfaces that feel intentional and codebases that stay maintainable.
Focus
Interactive web experiences with clear product intent
Build Style
Motion-aware interfaces backed by clean application structure
Priority
Work that looks sharp and holds up under real use
February 2026 in Yosemite National Park
[ Capabilities ]
Core tools, systems, and working habits
[ Backend ]
Backend
Solid application foundations that keep data flow, auth, and integrations organized.
- Node.js
- REST APIs
- PostgreSQL
- Prisma
- Authentication
[ Working style ]
Working style
A practical approach centered on strong structure, visual sharpness, and maintainability.
- Clear information hierarchy
- Intentional motion
- Readable architecture
- Performance awareness
- Detail-oriented QA
[ Approach ]
How I think about the work
My work sits at the intersection of design sensibility and engineering discipline. I like projects where interface polish, motion, and implementation quality all matter at the same time.
That usually means building with a strong information hierarchy, deliberate pacing, and details that feel cohesive across the entire experience, not just in a single hero section or mockup.
I'm especially interested in products that need both visual clarity and technical dependability: marketing sites that still perform, interactive experiences that stay readable, and product surfaces that feel sharp without becoming fragile.
[ Next ]
Open to thoughtful product work and collaboration.
If you're building something that needs a strong visual point of view and engineering that can support it, I'm available to talk.