DARYL BLOUGH

WEB

DEVELOPER

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PROJECTS

(5)

Explore my projects section to see a collection of websites and applications I've developed.

AIRBNP

(2024)
REACT
MONGO DB
GRAPH QL
REDUX
MAPBOX

A full stack web application built with MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js) integrated with GraphQL for API queries and mutations. The app is deployed to Heroku and uses modern architecture for data storage, user authentication, real-time updates

WRITEME

(2023)
REACT
OPENAI CHAT GPT API

WriteMe is a simple web application that allows users to generate README.md files in markdown syntax.

ZOOMTUBE

(2023)
REACT
BOOTSTRAP

ZoomTube is an app to discretely watch Youtube videos on your device while looking like you are on a Zoom call.

PORTFOLIO

(2024)
TAILWIND
JQUERY

This portfolio, built with jQuery and Tailwind.

ELEVATE 365

(2024)
WIX

A personal trainer’s website built on Wix offering seamless client booking with automated scheduling, reminders, and payment options.

FREELANCE PROJECT

EDUCATION

(2)

University of Birmingham

WEB DEVELOPMENT

Birmingham, UK
(JAN 2023 - AUG 2023)

Completed a Full Stack Web Development boot camp, gaining expertise in HTML/CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks like React, jquery and Node.js, with experience in both relational (MySQL) and non relational (MongoDB) database management, RESTful and GraphQL APIs, and version control using Git.

High School Diploma

THE MOUNT ACADEMY

New York, USA
(2013 - 2017)

Graduated from The Mount Academy with a strong foundation in subjects like mathematics, physics and English.

WORK

(3)

/ Technical

WEB DEVELOPER

Nova International Group
(SEPT - DEC 2023)
  • Designed, developed, and maintained a children's charity website using Figma and WordPress.
  • Collaborated with the product design, product management, and software engineering teams to improve user experience by 87%, including the implementation of microinteractions and parallax scrolling.
  • Implemented 11 uniquely identified trends to create an optimal website, based on research and analysis of data reports.
  • Built a scalable system capable of withstanding more than a 1000% increase in traffic, and improved the speed of the website by up to 80% using the WP Rocket plugin.
  • Used the Yoast SEO plugin to optimize WordPress websites for search engines, including features such as keyword research, title tag and meta description optimization, and content analysis.
  • Wrote custom HTML and CSS to style the WordPress site, resulting in a more visually appealing and user-friendly experience.
  • Teamed up with the development and management teams to create a system that improves the children's charity's ability to track their progress, measure their impact, and manage their website efficiently.

/ Freelance

FREELANCE DEVELOPER

REMOTE
(CURRENT)
  • Designed and developed personal websites for professionals and businesses using platforms like Wix, WordPress, and Shopify.
  • Built a client booking and automation system for a personal trainer, increasing client engagement and streamlining scheduling.
  • Developed a website for a children’s charity, focusing on donations and volunteer sign-ups, enhancing their outreach.
  • Customized e-commerce functionalities using Shopify for small businesses, optimizing the customer experience and improving sales.
  • Integrated SEO best practices to enhance the visibility of client websites, driving higher traffic and user engagement.
  • Provided ongoing website maintenance and updates, ensuring functionality and user-friendly interfaces across multiple platforms.

/ Non-technical

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Pakistan Consulate Birmingham
(AUG 2021 - CURRENT)
  • Implemented and maintained robust security protocols to ensure the safety and confidentiality of sensitive data, including customer information, financial records, and intellectual property.
  • Assisted in the management of administrative tasks associated, such as document preparation, record keeping, and scheduling meetings.
  • Contributed to various software development projects by providing administrative support, managing tasks, and tracking progress

CONTACT

(3)
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