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From Sea to Source Code

Writer • Developer • Artist • Entertainer

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My Journey

Once a commercial fisherman, I became quadriplegic after a life-altering injury. But I turned pain into purpose, teaching myself to code with a stylus, building apps, and inspiring others through writing and art.

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Before Me After Me

My memoir of resilience, technology, and transformation.

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Aluminum Prints

Oceanic photography infused with strength and serenity.

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My Development Projects

I’m a self-taught full-stack developer with a specialty in Django, Python, and modern frontend tools like React and Tailwind CSS.
I build custom web applications for small businesses, artists, and mission-driven projects — including logistics dashboards, e-commerce systems, and interactive storytelling platforms.

Whether you're an employer looking for someone who can ship production-grade code with design sensibility, or a client needing real solutions to real-world problems — I bring discipline, empathy, and creativity to every build.

Art Mover App

A scheduling and invoicing tool built for a fine art moving business.

Work Order Manager

A full-stack app using Django REST and React — manage client jobs, schedule pickups, and track work orders with a modern UI.

Fundraiser Website

Donation-based site with blogging, video embeds, and contact forms.

Recent Blog Posts

My hilarious and entertaining videos paired with inspirational writing

Success
Success

Updated on May 09, 2025

Success 

MATTHEW RAYNOR

NOV 14, 2024


 

Since my spinal cord injury, I've had these debilitating chronic episodes that I initially thought were nerve pain—something …

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Starting Fresh
Starting Fresh

Updated on May 09, 2025

Starting Fresh

MATTHEW RAYNOR

NOV 14, 2024


 

Life forgets, because starting fresh is important. It might sound a bit abstract, but hear me out—it's …

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The Ship Of The Mind
The Ship Of The Mind

Updated on May 09, 2025

The Ship Of The Mind

MATTHEW RAYNOR

NOV 14, 2024


 

 

I've been reflecting on something lately: if we consider everything that represents us—our …

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The Unfurling Of A Rose
The Unfurling Of A Rose

Updated on May 09, 2025

The Unfurling Of A Rose 

MATTHEW RAYNOR

FEB 02, 2025


Hi, my name is Matt Raynor, and as most of you know, I’m a quadriplegic. It’s …

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The ICU, Spirituality & Quadriplegia
The ICU, Spirituality & Quadriplegia

Updated on May 09, 2025

The ICU, Spirituality & Quadriplegia

MATTHEW RAYNOR

MAR 18, 2025


**Hey everyone!**

If you don't know me, my name is Matthew Raynor. I am a …

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Finding Peace in the Flow
Finding Peace in the Flow

Updated on May 09, 2025

Finding Peace in the Flow

MATTHEW RAYNOR

APR 04, 2025


Hi everyone, my name is Matthew Raynor. I'm a quadriplegic—paralyzed from the collarbone down. My …

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