Category Personal Projects
Recently, I spent a few weeks building an app to curate the ~/.ssh/config file. Primarily developed to experiment with Qt wrappers, I chose PySide as its license was less restrictive than PyQt.
I also put together a quick google site for promotion, though it hasn’t …
Position: Company Director / CTO Duration: 5 years
Decscription: I enjoy being a hands-on developer so in 2019 I decided to setup a limited company called Eventual Technology and began contracting. Although most projects have ended up being inside IR35, so through umbrellas or on fixed term contracts (PAYE).
Here I …
Category Interests
I started learning Russian casually with Duolingo toward the end of 2021. In 2022, I took it more seriously, dedicating my free time to studying the language and exploring Russian culture, particularly its music and poetry. I've discovered many wonderful things and would encourage anyone to take up …
Category Personal Projects
During the COVID-19 lockdown, I created and released an open-source Python library called domonic. The project was an experiment to port JavaScript and the DOM to Python, both as a learning experience and for fun. Over time, it gained popularity, and I continued contributing whenever I had …
Position: Full-Stack Tech Lead Duration: June 2018 - June 2019 Clients: - Bloc - Samsung
Description: After returning from Australia I took a part-time / mostly remote role involving Python, JavaScript, and Android Java at a company I'd worked for indirectly several years earlier. It involved building software for deploying and managing various unipis …
Position: Full-Stack Tech Lead Duration: February 2015 - June 2018 Clients: - Toyota - Lexus
Description: Joined Rotor as the 'web guy' to build online JavaScript car configurators for Toyota. Developed a REST API and a Digital Asset Management system. Worked on AR/VR projects, Unreal Engine, and web work for other clients …
Position: Tribe Lead (Front-End)
Duration: September 2014 - January 2015
Description: Managed a team of around 10 front-end developers and testers for Toyota.com.au. Involved in building high-volume web pages and components. The company went into liquidation after 3 months.
Tools: Git, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, Ruby (Jekyll), React.
Position: CTO Duration: July 2014 - September 2014
Description: CTO role involving hands-on development and managing a small team of developers. Worked on a large project supporting a pitch win and ideation sessions with Google.
Tools: Objective-C, Git, Python, JavaScript, HTML5.
Position: CTO / Software Architect Duration: August 2013 - July 2014 Clients: - Bloc Hotel - Samsung
Roles and Responsibilities: Hands-on role involving Android development for room control systems and various connected web applications.
Tools: Various code editors and platforms, Git, Python, Java, HTML5, JavaScript, Networking, Nginx, Vagrant.
Position: Creative Technologist Duration: July 2012 - August 2013 Clients: - EE - Orange - T-Mobile - Gu - Barratt
Roles and Responsibilities: I Worked on various tech-related projects for EE, including AR apps and a C++ retail installation using Microsoft Kinect. Managed third parties and supported creative and technical teams.
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Position: Digital Experience Developer and Software Solutions Architect Duration: June 2010 - July 2012 Clients: - Nokia - Unilever - Burberry - O2 - Virgin - Nike
Roles and Responsibilities: Lead role in building a touchscreen application for Nokia, with global deployment. Worked on social network integrations, outdoor displays, and various web projects.
Tools: Various code editors …
Position: Company Director / Digital Creative
Duration: August 2009 - September 2010
Clients: - Ford - Vodafone - HP
Description: Concept, design, and build of digital creative work for global clients. Involved in UX/prototype work and managed freelancers and third parties.
Tools: FlashBuilder, FDT on Eclipse, Photoshop, Illustrator, ActionScript 2 & 3, CSS, XML, JavaScript …
Position: Senior Flash Developer
Duration: March 2009 - July 2009
Clients: - Jaguar - Government
Description: Led a team to build Jaguar's car configurator. Built large-scale applications and micro-sites, using advanced design patterns for maintainability.
Tools: FlashBuilder, FDT on Eclipse, ActionScript 2 & 3, JavaScript, CSS, XML.
Position: Director / Digital Creative
Duration: October 2008 - February 2009
Clients: - EA Games - Euro RSCG - De-construct - INQ (Hutchinson)
Description: Concept, design, and build for various clients. Managed creative projects and freelancers.
Tools: Flash, FlashBuilder, Photoshop, Illustrator, ActionScript 2 & 3, CSS, XML, JavaScript, Drupal.
Position: Hybrid Designer/Developer
Duration: July 2006 - December 2006
Clients: - Tesco - Haven - Thorntons - Sea France
Description: Worked on concept, design, and production for web-based projects. Built an internal CMS and localized Flash applications.
Tools: Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, QuickTime Pro, ActionScript 2 & 3, CSS, XML, JavaScript, PHP.
Position: Senior Designer (Contract)
Duration: March 2005 - June 2006
Clients: - Carphone Warehouse - Talk Talk - Nokia - Sony Ericsson - Orange
Description: Designed online stores and various digital outputs. Contributed to UX and design work, and was involved in launching the Talk Talk brand.
Tools: Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, Quark, InDesign, Final Cut, QuickTime …
Position: Designer
Duration: June 2004 - March 2005
Clients: - Guardian - NHS - Clippykit
Description: Freelanced as a designer and developer. Worked on web design, illustration, animation, and coding for small businesses.
Tools: Dreamweaver, Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, Quark, InDesign, ActionScript 2, CSS, XML, JavaScript, PHP.
Position: Photographer (Assistant)
Duration: 2004
Description: Assisted with portrait and wedding photography. Filmed and edited weddings, designed and built the first website using Dreamweaver.
Tools: Final Cut Pro, Canon EOS, Sony Video Camera, Photoshop, After Effects.
Position: Graphic Designer Duration: 2004
Description: Designed print materials and created digital content. Worked on a CD-ROM project using Flash and video.
Tools: Quark 5.4, Photoshop 7, Image Ready, Illustrator, InDesign, Flash MX.
Position: Mac Operator / Typographer
Duration: September 2003 - January 2004
Clients: - B&Q - Various companies/plant nurseries all over Europe that sell flowers.
Description: My first real design job after finishing Uni. Typesetting the small plastic labels you get in a plant pot when you buy a plant. If you bought …
Position: Art Therapist (Assistant) Duration: May 1999 - 2003 (4 years) Clients: Adults with learning difficulties, some with severe physical and/or mental disabilities
Roles and Responsibilities: - Supported individuals using art and creativity to enrich their quality of life. - Developed skills in facilitated learning and patience.
Tools: - Various crafts; Paint, Pencils …