Hi, I am
James Carpenter
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Web Develop|
With over 7 years of experience as a Developer, I specialize in turning designs into engaging, user-friendly interfaces. My blend of technical expertise and creative vision ensures projects exceed expectations. I develop templates, modules, and maintain client sites, leveraging my skills in front-end technologies to keep them up-to-date and optimized for the best user experience.
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Skills
Here are some of my skills which I have been working on for the past 5 years.

Languages

PHP
JavaScript
HTML
CSS
SCSS
C#
Python
C++

Libraries + Frameworks

React Js
Vue Js
Twig
Timber
Tailwind
Composer
Bedrock
jQuery
React Native
p5.js
Flutter
Node Js
Express Js
SASS

Tools + Platforms

Wordpress
Shopify
Google Analytics
Search Console
ahrefs
Kinsta
Unity
MongoDB
Firebase
Git
BitBucket
Sourcetree
Gulp
Linux
Webpack

Design

GIMP
Figma
Illustrator
Lightroom
Photoshop
Blender
Experience
My work experience as a software engineer and working on different companies and projects.
  • Front End Developer
    Design Culture
    December 2023 - Present
    Work with a number of clients in the charity and hospitality sector (over 20) at an agency to build websites, create custom templates, redesign and improve modules and perform routine maintenace
    Skills:
    • Wordpress
    • PHP
    • Twig
    • Timber
    • Tailwind
    • SCSS
    • CSS
    • HTML
    • JavaScript
    • Composer
    • SEO
    • UI/UX
  • Web Developer
    Warmup Plc
    July 2021 - December 2023
    Created new features and designs, as well as managed and maintain multiple country specific websites (over 40), for a global underfloor heating company.
    Skills:
    • Wordpress
    • PHP
    • HTML
    • CSS
    • JavaScript
    • React JS
    • SEO
    • Analytics Software
    • UI/UX
  • Salesforce Software Developer
    Cognizant
    October 2017 - July 2021
    Created new features and resolved support solutions to a number of different users in a client application for a global pharmacutical company.
    Skills:
    • Salesforce
    • APEX
    • SOQL
    • HTML
    • CSS
    • Java
Projects
I have worked on a wide range of websites. Recently, I have been working on websites in the charity and hospitality sectors.
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Hospitality
Charity
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WordpressPHPTwigTimberJavaScriptTailwindComposerBedrockSEO
Japan House Shop
June 2024 - Present
I am currently working on the high end Japanese shop Japan House. We are working on a complete re-work of the site from the ground up, introducing more modern approaches and better performance tools. I have contributed to a number of modules on the new web page templates that will be going love on the site soon.
WordpressPHPTwigTimberJavaScriptTailwindComposerBedrockSEO
1864 Rooftop Bar & Kitchen
May 2024 - Present
I contributed a lot to the 1864 Rooftop Bar website. We worked on this website from scratch and I created a lot of the modules that are on each page. I also worked on implementing animations to the site and have worked on doing maintenance checks to make sure the plugins and technology is up to date for the client.
WordpressPHPSCSSJavaScriptACFComposerBedrockMulti-languageSEO
International Alert
January 2024 - Present
International Alert is a peacebuilding charity that has their website present in multiple languages due to their reach. I have worked on creating new templates and updated existing ones to fit the clients wants as well as performed routine monthly plugin updates and bug fix checks to make sure the website is up to date and error free. I have also integrated plugins on certain templates to help improve accessibility for their users.
WordpressPHPTwigTimberSCSSJavaScriptACFComposerBedrockSEO
Benugo
December 2023 - Present
For Benugo, the chain of cafes and restaurants, I have worked on adding new modules to the site, implementing small and large changes that the client has asked for on existing templates, and done monthly plugin checks as well as SEO analysis.
React JsMongoDbNode JsExpress JsNetlifyHeroku
Music Room App
April 2022 - Present
An app I am creating in my spare time with another developer. This is a React application where musicians are able to find useful resources, apply to gigs, and be part of a community with like-minded music hobbyists
React JsJavaScriptNode JsNetflify
Portfolio Website
April 2023 - July 2023
My personal website combining my passion for web dev and my love of React Js. A simple one page portfolio utilising a modern design and adding my own unique style
Education
My education has been a journey of self-discovery and growth. My educational details are as follows.
  • Goldsmiths University
    Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
    October 2019 - March 2023
    Grade: First Class Honors
    I completed a degree while working full time throughout both my previously jobs. I learnt a wide range of coding languages and knowledge about multiple IT fields. I applied this to challenging and creative projects/assignments.
  • Step Forward Apprenticeships
    Software Development Technician - Level 3
    October 2017 - October 2018
    Grade: Pass
    I completed a software developer apprenticeship which helped me gain my first steps into the tech industry
Contact
Feel free to reach out to me for any questions or opportunities!
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