About

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Software Developer from Glasgow, Scotland.

Front-End Developer with a specialisation in React (TypeScript/JavaScript), adept at crafting responsive and visually appealing user interfaces utilising CSS preprocessors and Material-UI (MUI). I also possess experience in back-end development, leveraging Node.js and Express, along with database management expertise in PostgreSQL and MongoDB. My comprehensive skill set enables the delivery of high-performance web applications that excel in both functionality and user experience.


Hobbies


  • Coding
  • Hillwalking / Munro Bagging
  • Video Games
  • Reading
  • Travelling
  • Music
  • Film/Televsion

Skills

HTML5

CSS3

Javascript

Typescript

React

Nodejs

Express

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Python

Sass

MUI

VScode

Bootstrap

npm

GitHub / Git

CV

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Education

CodeClan

Jan 2023 - Apr 2023

Certificate of Completion

Professional Development Award in Software Development

IT Career Switch & Codecademy

Oct 2021 - Dec 2022

Full-stack Development Course

HNC in Chemical Sciences /

Aker Solutions Award

Sept 2015 - Sept 2016

University of Strathclyde, Glasgow

HNC in Chemical Sciences

Aker Solutions Award

HNC in Applied Science

Sept 2013 - June 2015

Glasgow Kelvin College, Glasgow

HNC in Applies Sciences

Higher Grades

2003-2009

St. Maurice's High, Glasgow

  • Adv. Higher Geography
  • Higher English
  • Higher Mathematics
  • Higher Technological Studies
  • Higher Art & Design

Professional Experience

Junior Software Developer

Jul 2023 - Present

RT Online Services, Paisley

  • Developed responsive and user-friendly web interfaces using React.js, enhancing user engagement and improving overall site performance.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement front-end features for both internal company tools and public-facing websites, ensuring seamless integration of design concepts.
  • Conducted thorough code reviews, identified and resolved bugs, and optimized codebase for speed and efficiency, contributing to the delivery of high-quality, error-free web applications.

Debt Management Front Line Leader - Executive Officer

Jan 2019 - Oct 2021

HMRC, Glasgow

  • Managed Assistant Officers handling tax duties, promoting clear communication and teamwork.
  • Conducted Quality Assurance checks, identified improvement areas, and provided targeted coaching to enhance colleague skills.
  • Handled complex HR cases (occupational health, attendance, behaviour).
  • Deputised as Operational Lead during office regionalisation, overseeing 100+ individuals, liaising with senior management and ensuring effective delegation and communication.

Debt Resolution Advisor - Assistant Officer

Sept 2017 - Jan 2019

HMRC, Glasgow

  • Negotiated and conducted fact-finding to resolve customer issues.
  • Educated customers on future compliance and relevant legalities, enhancing their understanding.
  • Demonstrated professionalism and adaptability in handling escalated cases and vulnerable customers.
  • Mentored and facilitated the upskilling of new team members through call listening, shadowing, and coaching, resulting in timely improvement in performance.

Customer Service Assistant

June 2008 - Aug 2017

Tesco .Ltd , Glasgow

  • Experienced Retail Customer Assistant with over 9 years of expertise in merchandising, stocking, customer relations, compliance, and inventory management.

Portfolio

My Works

COMPANY SOFTWARE

Typescript Taskmaster

Budget Calculator

Away Ye Go (Travel App)

Smart Eco (Smeco)

Summit To Do

Gazetteer

Company Directory

Contact

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