# Codie Riggs - Architect of Intelligence

> Executive System Architect | AI Strategy Leader | Technology Executive

## Overview

This is the portfolio and professional website of Codie Riggs, an executive system architect and AI strategy leader specializing in enterprise AI implementation, data engineering, and business intelligence solutions. As a hands-on technical leader, Codie combines strategic vision with deep technical expertise to drive innovation at scale. The site showcases executive leadership experience, technical expertise, and philosophy on technology and innovation.

## Site Purpose

- Professional portfolio showcasing work experience and projects
- Technical expertise demonstration in AI, data engineering, and system architecture
- Contact information for professional inquiries and collaborations
- Insights into approach to technology, innovation, and problem-solving

## Key Information

**Professional Focus:**
- Executive AI Strategy & Implementation
- Enterprise Data Engineering & Analytics Leadership
- System Architecture & Design at Scale
- Business Intelligence & Decision Support
- Cloud Infrastructure Strategy (Azure, GCP, AWS)
- Technology Team Leadership

**Current Role:**
- Executive System Architect at USAA (2021-Present)
- Leading enterprise AI implementation strategies
- Driving data platform modernization initiatives
- Enterprise-scale system design and architecture
- Strategic technology leadership with hands-on execution

**Technical Expertise:**
- Languages: Python, SQL, JavaScript/TypeScript, R
- AI/ML: LangChain, RAG systems, Vector databases, LLM integration
- Data: dbt, Databricks, Snowflake, Azure Data Factory
- Cloud: Azure, GCP, AWS
- DevOps: Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines

**Notable Projects:**
- Enterprise AI implementation with custom RAG systems
- Real-time data pipeline architectures
- Cloud migration and modernization initiatives
- Business intelligence platform development

## Site Structure

- **Homepage**: Professional introduction and hero section
- **Bio**: Detailed background and career journey
- **Experience**: Comprehensive work history and achievements
- **Philosophy**: Approach to technology and innovation
- **Tech Stack**: Technical skills and tools expertise
- **Contact**: Professional contact form for inquiries

## Contact

Professional inquiries can be submitted through the contact form on the website. The site implements a secure contact form using Resend for email delivery.

## Technology

The portfolio is built with:
- React 19 with TypeScript
- Framer Motion for animations
- Tailwind CSS for styling
- Vite for build tooling
- Recharts for data visualizations

## Additional Resources

For more information about specific areas:

- **AI/ML Implementation**: Details on enterprise AI strategy, RAG systems, and LLM integration approaches
- **Data Engineering**: Information on data pipeline architecture, ETL/ELT processes, and data platform design
- **System Architecture**: Insights on enterprise system design, cloud architecture, and scalability
- **Professional Background**: Comprehensive work history from USAA, HEB, and consulting roles

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Last updated: 2025-11-22