Matt Ell is a UX Developer at Alley with over a decade of experience in frontend web development and building websites with WordPress. Matt started his career in 2008 as a graphic designer working in print and digital media for all sorts of organizations ranging from small nonprofits to large brands. Along the way, he became fascinated with interaction design and discovered open source software. He also previously made a contribution to WordPress core. Outside of work, Matt enjoys spending time with his wife and son, collecting vinyl records, traveling, and the outdoors. Matt graduated from the School of Visual Arts with a B.F.A in graphic design as well as Pace University with an M.S. in computer science. He is based in Westwood, New Jersey.