Amy Townsend is an experienced software engineer currently working at The Information, where responsibilities include building and extending features for both public websites and internal tools. Prior experience includes roles at Fanhouse, where significant contributions involved refactoring code and implementing a design system, and at Viget, focusing on developing accessible digital products. Amy has also held various positions in web development and design, including internships at the UNC School of Media and Journalism and Carolina Union, as well as a role as a graphic designer for LatinxEd. Educational background includes bachelor's degrees in Media and Journalism with a focus on Interactive Multimedia and Information Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.