Our Philosophy
We're here to empower women, nonbinary creators, and allies to build bold, inclusive technology. Every line of code, every pull request, and every conversation helps shape a more equitable AI future.
Creative Innovation
Fostering imaginative solutions that push boundaries and inspire breakthrough thinking in tech.
Empathetic Leadership
Building with heart, understanding diverse perspectives, and creating inclusive spaces for all.
Technical Excellence
Writing clean, accessible code that serves real people and creates lasting positive impact.
Community Impact
Building Community Through Creativity, Compassion, and Code
Jess Whorton
Empowering women, nonbinary creators, and allies to build bold, inclusive technology.
Making Real Impact
"Jess creates spaces where everyone belongs"— Community Member
Collaboration Principles
How We Work
We keep things human and simple — because great collaboration feels like flow, not friction.
Small PRs (≤ 300 lines)
Clear, focused, and easy to review — because nobody wants to wade through a thousand-line monster.
Single responsibility principle applied to pull requests
Faster review cycles and quicker feedback loops
Easier to test, debug, and understand changes
Tests & Demo Walkthroughs
Show, don't just tell. Every change comes with proof it works.
Comprehensive test coverage for new features
Screen recordings for UI changes and user flows
Performance benchmarks and metrics when relevant
Clear Rationale
Context is king. Every change includes the why behind the what.
Problem statement and solution approach
Links to relevant issues, discussions, or documentation
Trade-offs considered and decisions made
Visual Evidence
Screenshots and videos for UI changes — because a picture is worth a thousand code reviews.
Before/after screenshots for visual changes
Interactive demos for complex user flows
Mobile and desktop responsiveness validation
Accessibility Notes
A11y compliance isn't optional — it's how we build for everyone.
WCAG compliance checklist and testing results
Keyboard navigation and screen reader compatibility
Color contrast ratios and focus state implementations
Commit Style Guide
Golden Rule
Be kind. Assume good intent. Offer feedback with heart.