Programs
Tech Dev
Build real websites, mobile apps, and digital tools with an interdisciplinary team.
What is Tech Dev?
Tech Dev is SHPE//MAES's hands-on software team, where students design, build, test, and maintain websites, mobile apps, and digital tools for our chapter and community.
Members collaborate across frontend and backend development, UI/UX, documentation, and quality assurance while learning a professional GitHub workflow. No prior experience is required.
The Tech Stack
Frontend | Web + Mobile
Responsive interfaces, components, navigation, and UX.
Backend
API calls, databases, user authentication.
GitHub Workflow
Branches, code hosting, collaboration.
How It Works
Onboard
Get the tools installed and learn the basics of our stack.
Pick a Task
Start with beginner-friendly issues or pick a feature.
Build + Review
Work on a feature and connect your code with the team.
Ship
Merge and test features in the completed product.
Skills you'll build
- Reading and working with an existing codebase
- UI building and navigation patterns
- Debugging and testing habits
- Talking about projects in interviews
Ways to contribute
- Developer: build screens, components, features
- Designer: Figma, UX improvements, UI consistency
- Writer: documentation, guides, onboarding
- Tester: test flows, report bugs, improve quality
Meet the Tech Dev Lead
Leading development, collaboration, and technical growth
How to Join
Reach out by email and we'll help you get started
- Contact the Tech Dev team by email to begin the onboarding process.
- We'll help you set up your environment and explain the codebase.
- You'll pick a starter task or join a feature team.
- You'll ship your first contribution and keep progressing.