Boulder Alleycat

Alleycat races originated in large cities, organized by bike messengers who had developed a keen sense of direction and refined technique over years racing against the clock to deliver parcels. Fast-paced, strategy-driven, and formatted around a set of checkpoints, these events test one's knowledge of the streets (path-finding) in addition to physical fitness.

In October 2023, inspired by the cult classic film by Lucas Brunelle "Line of Sight", my roommate and I set out to bring Alleycat racing back to Boulder. Since then, we have co-organized two races, bringing in dozens of racers and crafting a unique community.

To support and enhance the event, I built the boulderalleycat.com website and checkpoint tool from scratch. The website serves as a digital archive and home for the race, showcasing highlights from past events, preserving race history, and connecting the community. The custom-built racing tool is designed specifically for live events, allowing for precise tracking of race times and checkpoint monitoring through the use of QR codes, SQL, and Node.js framework.

Glyphs & Gravity

Words are what give letters meaning. If the strict structure of written language is removed, do the remaining glyphs still carry meaning?
Glyphs & Gravity is an experimental typography tool that lets users bring letters to life with dynamic physics and creative animations. From structured layouts to freeform gravity, spinning, and bouncing effects, the tool combines playful interactions with typographic exploration.

Built from scratch in JavaScript, it allows users to toggle features like gravity, rotation, and even font, creating a unique playground for symbols and motion.