About Me
Hi, I'm James. I'm a full-stack developer specialising in Laravel & Vue, based in Staffordshire, UK.
My adventure as a developer started back in high school, where I began learning about frontend development before eventually diving into the backend. With over 9 years of experience, I've worked on full-stack applications across a range of domains, from internal tools and process automation to customer-facing products.
What I Do
I specialise in the architecture and development of maintainable web applications, from backend systems to polished user interfaces.
Custom Web Applications
Experience building everything from CRMs and booking systems to data-rich internal tools and customer-facing products.
API Development
RESTful APIs that power mobile apps, integrate with third-party services, and connect systems together.
E-Commerce Solutions
Online stores with secure payment processing, inventory management, and seamless checkout experiences.
How I Work
Clear Communication
I value clear, direct communication and make technical decisions easy to understand for everyone involved.
Quality Code
I write clean, maintainable code that's built to last, following established practices and backed by thoughtful testing.
Continuous Improvement
I enjoy refining systems over time: improving performance, reducing complexity, and learning from how software behaves in production.
Experience
Full Stack Developer
ClearcareWorking on a REST API built with Laravel, consuming its data in a Vue frontend, and developing progressive web applications (PWAs).
PHP Developer
Cameo ITWorking on a REST API using Laravel and consuming the API data into a Vue frontend to allow for the management of customers.
Software Developer
Hike SEOContinious work on enhancing and integrating AI into the platform using Laravel as the backbone.
PHP Developer
TebexConstructed and managed a public REST API using Laravel whilst also improving the payment gateway on the website.
Web Developer
Steadfast CollectiveWorking across a number of Laravel applications including brochure websites, booking systems and an online cross stitch designer.
PHP Developer
VGDA short stint working on a Symfony e-commerce application until the company were no longer trading.
Web Developer
Razor CreationsWorking across various Laravel applications including CRMs, comparison websites and admin dashboards using either Vue, Vue & Inertia or Livewire.
Web Developer
West Midlands MediaFocusing on the frontend of brochure and e-commerce websites with a sprinkle of Wordpress.
Web Developer
MailcomsCreated and managed e-commerce websites on various platforms including WooCommerce, Shopify and Opencart.
Interested in what I'm working on?
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