Modernizing Training Resources for the U.S. Army TRADOC

As a web developer with a passion for building purposeful and user-focused digital experiences, I had the opportunity to contribute to a series of web pages for the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC). These pages form part of TRADOC’s Training Portal, a centralized hub for modern training initiatives aimed at developing agile, informed, and data-literate Army professionals.

Development Process

Building these TRADOC pages was a multi-phase effort that reflected real-world software development workflows and required attention to detail at every step:

Planning & Requirements Gathering

  • Collaborated with Army civilian staff, instructional designers, and subject-matter experts to identify goals, audiences, and key messaging for each page.
  • Developed user personas to ensure the design met the needs of both entry-level learners and senior leadership.
  • Created a site map and content wireframes to define page flow and structure.

Design & Graphics

  • Designed mockups using Adobe XD and Figma based on TRADOC’s brand and Army style guide.
  • Developed custom icons and banner graphics to visually support learning themes like knowledge management and data literacy.
  • Ensured all visuals met accessibility contrast and labeling standards.

Front-End Development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)

  • Built mobile-responsive layouts using HTML5 and CSS3 with modular, maintainable code.
  • Implemented responsive design principles to ensure all pages render effectively on both desktop and mobile devices.
  • Used JavaScript for interactive elements such as expandable FAQ sections and navigation controls.
  • Incorporated semantic markup to boost SEO and screen reader accessibility.

Accessibility & Compliance

  • Verified all pages met Section 508 standards using tools like WAVE and manual keyboard testing.
  • Integrated ARIA attributes and ensured proper focus management for assistive technology compatibility.

User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

  • Conducted iterative testing with internal stakeholders and Army reviewers.
  • Gathered feedback and implemented changes related to layout, terminology clarity, and user flow.
  • Logged and tracked issues through a shared QA tracker to ensure no detail was overlooked.

Security & Approval

  • Worked within a government staging environment and followed DoD approval workflows.
  • Reviewed code for security vulnerabilities and ensured HTTPS enforcement, secure assets, and proper content sanitization.

Deployment to Production

  • Coordinated with Army IT teams for publishing the final approved pages to the live TRADOC site.
  • Verified proper function and visual integrity post-deployment across browsers and devices.
  • Documented the process and delivered handoff materials for future updates or training.

Key Contributions

  • Led front-end development using semantic HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript to ensure cross-browser and cross-device compatibility.
  • Implemented responsive design so pages render cleanly on both desktop and mobile platforms.
  • Built accessible user interfaces conforming to Section 508 and WCAG standards.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders, designers, and Army training specialists to translate goals into effective UI and content structures.
  • Ensured technical accuracy, security compliance, and successful deployment through testing and coordination with Army IT.
  • Optimized site performance by compressing assets, reducing load times, and minimizing code bloat.
  • Structured content to support both visual clarity and SEO discoverability.

Skills Demonstrated

  • Full Lifecycle Web Development from planning to deployment
  • Clear Communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Security and Accessibility Awareness, critical in any enterprise or government environment
  • Scalable Design Thinking to ensure longevity and flexibility in content updates

Why This Matters

Modern military readiness relies on digital platforms that are informative, intuitive, and secure. My work on these TRADOC pages helped deliver critical knowledge in a form that’s easy to access and act on. For hiring managers looking for a developer who understands the balance between mission, design, and delivery—I bring real-world experience building for impact.