Skill set
Industry fields of expertise
Stuart in a few words
Innovative and self-taught Full Stack Developer with over 7 years of extensive experience as a lead developer in the digital agency sector.
Known for a logical approach to problem-solving and strong technical expertise. Skilled in overcoming technical challenges and leading development teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
Committed to staying current with industry trends and technologies.
Experience
- FreelanceFreelance WordPress/Full Stack DeveloperDIGITAL & ITJanuary 2004 - Today (20 years and 10 months)Manchester, United KingdomDeveloped custom WordPress themes and plugins tailored to client specifications, enhancing functionality and user experience.Implemented responsive design techniques to ensure websites perform optimally across various devices and screen sizes.Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines consistently.Collaborated with clients globally, providing ongoing support and maintenance to ensure long-term project success.Implemented SEO best practices and performance optimisation strategies to improve site rankings and speed.
- Don't Be ShyLead Web DeveloperDIGITAL & ITApril 2022 - April 2023 (1 year)Manchester, United KingdomLed a team of developers in the creation of WordPress themes and plugins, maintaining high coding standards and best practices.Conducted code reviews and provided constructive feedback to team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.Acted as a key point of contact for clients, translating business requirements into technical solutions and ensuring project alignment.Implemented version control and deployment strategies to streamline development workflows and improve efficiency.Contributed to project scoping, estimating costs, and defining project timelines to deliver solutions within budget and on schedule.
- Design By DayLead Web DeveloperDIGITAL & ITDecember 2015 - February 2022 (6 years and 2 months)Manchester, United KingdomDeveloped scalable and secure WordPress solutions, integrating custom functionalities to meet client-specific needs.Collaborated closely with designers and project managers to deliver visually appealing and functional websites.Mentored junior developers, providing guidance on technical challenges and fostering professional growth within the team.Managed end-to-end project lifecycles, from initial concept and design to deployment and maintenance.Implemented performance optimisation techniques, improving site speed and user engagement metrics.
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Jonathan Buschenfeld and 1 other person have recommended Stuart
01/08/2024
I’ve had the pleasure of collaborating with Stuart on various projects over the past 5+ years, and his work is always outstanding.
Stuart possesses a remarkable ability to solve complex problems with smart, efficient code. He is always up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices, as well as having an exceptional level of technical knowledge, expertise and experience.
It’s always a joy to work together!
Stuart possesses a remarkable ability to solve complex problems with smart, efficient code. He is always up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices, as well as having an exceptional level of technical knowledge, expertise and experience.
It’s always a joy to work together!
01/08/2024
I hired Stu to build a bespoke WordPress site from scratch. Having worked with Stuart before on many projects at Design By Day, I already knew of his exceptional technical ability and experience — and knew he'd nail the brief. I wasn't wrong!
Very pleased with my site and have since hired him again to add some additional layouts and features.
Stu is my go-to-guy for development! Highly recommended!
Very pleased with my site and have since hired him again to add some additional layouts and features.
Stu is my go-to-guy for development! Highly recommended!