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Engineer & Product Leader

Tom
Scanlan.

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Tom Scanlan
About

I build beautiful
products, fast.

Hi, I'm an engineer with a love for creating beautiful, functional, and user-friendly applications. I have an extensive background in software development and have worked on a variety of projects ranging from mobile apps, web applications, data science, gaming, and more.

“If it is to be, it’s up to me.”
Craic Studio

Special projects,
built with speed
and craft.

Craic Studio is where I take on distinctive product work that blends modern engineering, fast execution, and thoughtful design.

Modern product buildsFast executionDistinctive client work
Featured Work

Projects.

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RLD Intelligence Oversight view
RLD Intelligence Discover view

Featured build

RLD Intelligence

Operational intelligence for health and care, turning workforce and safety data into benchmarking, insight, and action.

Operational IntelligenceHealthcareAI & AnalyticsData Products
The Playbook

Featured build

The Playbook

A practical guide for student athletes and families navigating the new era of college recruiting.

React NativeMobile ProductRecruitingCoaching
Sandbox

Featured build

Sandbox

A guided platform for healthier one-on-one political conversations.

Consumer AppCivic TechMobile ProductConversation Design
InCommon

Featured build

InCommon

A Native mobile app for social networking and community building for companies.

React NativeTypeScriptNode.js
Cooler

Featured build

Cooler

A third space for work. It's not a meeting, it's Cooler.

Next.jsTypeScriptWebSockets
The Commons

Featured build

The Commons

A platform for bringing people together at work.

Next.jsTypeScriptPostgreSQL
Bench Fi

Featured build

Bench Fi

An app for comparing your finances.

React NativeTypeScriptNode.jsOpenAI API
Young Irish

Featured build

Young Irish

A community for the Young Irish Fellowship of Chicago.

React NativeTypeScriptNode.jsPostgreSQL
850 DMG

Featured build

850 DMG

A real estate agent's ultimate tool.

React NativeNode.jsTypeScriptData Science
Dr. Right

Featured build

Dr. Right

A healthcare provider matching platform.

ReactTypeScriptHealthcare
Stratasphere

Featured build

Stratasphere

A comprehensive healthcare analytics and benchmarking platform.

ReactPython.NET CoreData Visualization
AR/VR/3D Projects

Featured build

AR/VR/3D Projects

Collection of augmented reality, virtual reality, and 3D development projects.

PlayCanvasThree.jsWeb AR/VR3D Modeling
Career

Experience.

Personal

The story behind
the code.

A glimpse into who I really am.

Football Career
Gridiron

Gridiron Memories

My football journey took me from the fields of Mount Carmel to playing at Northern Illinois University. Those years taught me invaluable lessons about discipline, teamwork, and perseverance that continue to shape my approach to challenges.

The camaraderie of a team working toward a common goal, the dedication required for daily practice, and the resilience needed to overcome setbacks — these experiences have become foundational to my work ethic.

Christmas Elf
Tradition

Tata the Elf

Every Christmas, I transform into one of Santa's helpers, donning a full elf costume to bring joy to children. Dressing up and giving my cousins gifts is a tradition I look forward to every year.

This tradition has become an important part of my life.

AI music video for the character
YIFC
Community

YIFC

I am on the board of the Young Irish Fellowship Club, a non-profit organization inviting all to explore the Irish culture, meet new friends in the community, and help support Chicagoland charities.

I was elected VP of PR and later moved into VP of Sponsorship on the executive board. If you see our happenings, please join us!

Visit YIFC
Gaming with Friends
Gaming

Virtual Battlegrounds

When I'm not coding or working on projects, I'm probably playing Halo. I am a huge fan of the series and have been playing since 2003.

Gaming has always been important to me. It's a great way to connect and relax with friends.

Nerd Fest 2012
Tom and Anna
Anna

There She Goes

We matched on Hinge. First date: fried pickles and Moscow mules. I showed up because she was an electrical engineer. She showed up because she thought I was hot.

She is endlessly supportive of everything I pursue. I cannot wait to marry her. My fiancée Anna (Banana) ♥

Visit our wedding site