About Idea Catchers Group
Who's Behind the Code
Idea Catchers Group provides Web programming support, training, and consulting for .NET, SQL, and Web technologies. Founded in 1999 by Chris and Larissa Reynolds, ICG works exclusively with creative agencies, in-house programming and development teams, and freelance designers and developers.
While we love and admire great design, we're really best at writing great code.
Since we work with other agencies and development teams frequently, we have great systems in place to make sure deadlines get met and you stay in the loop, so you can keep your clients (or boss) in the loop, too. Depending on your preference we can work behind-the-scenes and stay invisible, or feel free to put us out front as an extra member of your team. Either way we'll make you look brilliant.
In addition to "hands on" programming support, we also provide coaching and training for programmers and development teams who need to get up to speed fast with the latest in .NET and SQL technologies.
Larissa Reynolds
In sixth grade, Larissa wanted to be a computer programmer. Or maybe an artist. Or maybe a writer. Any of those would be good, she thought.
Today, Larissa gets to tap into all of those passions as CEO of Idea Catchers Group. She spends most of her time with project management and business development issues, but loves front-end development work with XHTML/HTML, CSS, and the occasional bit of JQuery. She's also a fan of building great user experiences – whether that involves working with designers to create an easy-to-use interface, or developing systems and procedures for outstanding customer service.
Chris Reynolds
Chris is the guy who makes things work at Idea Catchers Group. He started tinkering with computers and writing code when he was about 12 years old, and that's well, a really long time ago.
As Chief Technology Officer, Chris serves as lead developer for most client engagements, as well as providing consulting and coaching to developers and programming teams using .NET and SQL technologies.
In 2002 Chris began researching security issues related to Web form spam and abuse — work which culminated in the algorithms that power Form Armor. In 2009 Microsoft recognized the Web service as a Front Runner for SQL Server 2008.
Previously Chris served as an Incident Handler for the SANS Internet Storm Center, monitoring emerging Internet security threats and assisting network administrators worldwide.
Chris doesn't really "do" social media, so you won't find him on Twitter and whatnot. He's not all work and no play though. You'll find him (often) on Xbox Live as ViciousCoder.
Skills and Expertise
- .NET Technologies
- SQL Server 2008 (and earlier)
- ASP.NET (VB) and VB.NET
- Web Services and APIs
- XHTML, HTML and CSS
- JavaScript and JQuery
- Silverlight
- UX and Interface Design
- Windows Servers and Networks
- Information Security
- VB6 to VB.NET Conversions
- Classic ASP to ASP.NET
- Web Project Management
- Content Strategy and Marketing
- Business of Web Design
More Random Details
We only work with nice people. We gave up working with crummy people a long time ago, so if you're not a nice person just move along without us. We're Americans. And capitalists. For the most part, we are not morning people. We absolutely love Texas. (It's awesome here.) Chris and Larissa have been together almost non-stop 24/7 for more than 12 years, and we still get along great. We hate CAPTCHA. We have two sweet Shelties and if you call the office, sometimes you'll hear them barking in the background. What else would you like to know?