Self-Employed LAMP Consultant (Freelance)
Over four years as an independent LAMP consultant, I partnered with organisations—from universities to energy firms—to build, upgrade, and optimise bespoke web platforms. Leveraging deep expertise in Linux, Apache, MySQL, and PHP, I delivered end-to-end solutions that combined strong technical foundations with rich user experiences.
University of Keele
• Upgraded two X-Cart storefronts with a refreshed look & feel, introducing a bespoke AJAX shopping cart and custom payment gateway.
• Improved performance and reduced checkout errors through streamlined PHP extensions and optimized MySQL queries.
Nokia
• Developed a Drupal 7 “ticket” module to manage marketing campaigns, integrating with Calendar Views for event scheduling.
• Extended presentation and logical layers—email templates, search indexing, theme overrides—to deliver a coherent brand experience across campaigns.
Smiths News
• Translated high-fidelity Fireworks mockups into pixel-perfect HTML/CSS pages.
• Ensured cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness, boosting conversion rates for newsletter sign-ups and promotions.
E.ON
• Configured WordPress from the ground up: coded custom theme templates, widgets, and API integrations to pull real-time usage data into customer dashboards.
• Built Flash SWF components for interactive rate calculators, enhancing engagement on the E.ON website.
Salter Baxter
• Installed and configured WAMP on dedicated servers to host the corporate website.
• Developed custom WordPress templates and plugins in PHP, and integrated third-party APIs for real-time content feeds.
Consultancy & Delivery
• Scoped requirements, authored technical specifications, and maintained transparent roadmaps using Agile‐inspired sprints.
• Provided hands-on training and documentation to client teams, accelerating knowledge transfer and reducing support overhead.
• Emphasised code quality and maintainability with version control (Git), code reviews, and automated deployment scripts.
By combining strategic problem-solving with practical development skills, I consistently delivered reliable, scalable web solutions that met tight deadlines and client budgets. My adaptive approach and commitment to open knowledge sharing positioned every project for long-term success.