Hello.
I'm a freelance web developer. I undertake a variety of web and IT projects for large and small clients.
Find me
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Tecnical skills
I specialise in high-end application design and development primarily for web-based projects.
- HTML5, XHTML, CSS3, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Ajax
- PHP, .NET, C#, classic ASP
- MySQL, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, SQLite, database design
- XML, XSL, JSON, RSS, web services
- web standards, progressive enhancement, accessibility, responsive design
- mobile and tablet development
- Apache, IIS, HTTP, SSL
- Microsoft Windows (all versions), Linux (various), virtualisation systems
- Photoshop, graphic design, image optimisation
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM)
- all main browsers, tools, issues and workarounds
Key skills
- wide range of technical expertise
- strong leadership skills
- decision maker, problem solver
- customer focused, accurate time/cost estimation
- ability to deliver on schedule
- excellent communication and presentation skills
- technical writing ability
- aptitude for graphic design
- enthusiasm, focus, dedication
Clients and experience
I have served clients including:
- The UK and European Parliaments
- Microsoft, MSN, Yahoo, Tiscali, Orange, Symantec, Sky TV, InfiniteSkills
- The Department of Energy and Climate Change, The Department of Education, the University of Plymouth, the Plymouth College of Medicine and Dentistry
- Local authorities including Devon County Council and several London Boroughs
- Santander, NatWest, Norwich Union, Moneyextra, FT.com, The Times, Landmark
- smaller clients including The Talent Pool, Hemsley Fraser, Smart Warehouse Ltd and more…
Education
- degree BEng Honours, Computer Systems Engineering
University of Warwick, 1988 to 1991 - A level maths, computer science, economics
- A/S level maths
- O level maths, computer science, chemistry, physics, geography, modular technology, English language, English literature