Hi there! I'm Derrick, I am a web development leader with 16+ years of experience, leading teams and delivering successful projects.
I love a good challenge, whether it's designing something new or collaborating with clients to create something you wouldn't have thought possible.
“No! Try not. Do. Or do not. There is no try.”
~Yoda
Expertise spans front-end development, CMS/eCommerce, branding, and team leadership. Proven ability to lead cross functional teams, mentor developers, and implement efficient workflows. Successfully delivered 200+ high-traffic, accessible websites with optimized performance and user engagement. Skilled in UI/UX, CMS integrations, and translating client needs into successful, results-driven solutions.
I take pride in ensuring our clients get exactly what they want and need. When I'm not working in my home office, you'll find me spending time with my beautiful wife, two amazing children & friends.
Download my CV01/2009 - Current
I designed and developed responsive websites, improving load times by 30% and enhancing user engagement by 25% through optimized code and modern design principles. Collaborating with clients to identify project requirements, I translated goals into functional and visually appealing interfaces that increased client satisfaction by 20%. My implementation of SEO strategies boosted organic traffic by 40% within six months, driving measurable growth in site visibility and lead generation. Furthermore, I streamlined workflows by integrating automated tools, reducing development time by 15% and improving project delivery rates. Finally, building reusable code libraries and UI components ensured scalability and consistency across multiple projects, saving an average of 10% on development costs per project.
12/2018 - 12/2024
I integrated responsive design techniques to ensure seamless functionality across devices, adhering to WCAG 2.1 guidelines and implementing ARIA techniques. Working closely with QA teams, I identified and resolved UI issues, achieving a 98% defect-free rate on delivered projects. I streamlined API integration with front-end systems, enhancing data display efficiency by 35%, and mentored junior developers on UI best practices and modern frameworks, improving team productivity by 20%. Through optimized code and efficient resource management, I designed and implemented user interfaces for web applications, improving page load times by 30%. Collaborating with cross-functional teams using Agile frameworks, I delivered high-quality user interfaces within tight deadlines. Often acting as project manager and developer during periods of high workload, I provided timelines, progress updates to clients and team members, and maintained project scope.
04/2009 - 10/2018
I enhanced user satisfaction by 30% by designing and implementing intuitive front-end interfaces for the company's real estate platform, ensuring seamless navigation and functionality. This involved collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve user pain points, resulting in a 25% reduction in support tickets related to UI/UX issues. I also developed responsive and accessible web designs, increasing platform usability across devices and achieving a 20% rise in mobile engagement. Furthermore, I optimized website performance through code refactoring, reducing page load times by 35% and improving overall platform efficiency. By analyzing customer feedback to prioritize feature development, I contributed to a 15% increase in client retention. Finally, I developed the company website and an internal training catalog of over 200 articles built on WordPress.
07/2011 - 10/2012
I directed the development of responsive and accessible web applications, resulting in a 40% improvement in user engagement metrics. This involved spearheading the implementation of modern frameworks and tools, which reduced page load times by 30% and enhanced site performance. Through collaboration with designers and backend teams, I delivered seamless user experiences, driving a 25% increase in client satisfaction scores. Additionally, I designed reusable and scalable UI components, cutting development time for new projects by 20%, and conducted rigorous code reviews and implemented best practices, reducing bugs in production by 50%.
Derrick consistently applies best practices to customer projects, ensuring high-quality, maintainable, and scalable solutions. He has a knack for simplifying complex problems, creating elegant and efficient solutions that are easy to understand and implement.
Our clients consistently praised Derrick for his collaborative nature, flexibility, and consultative approach. He was always easy to work with, readily adapting to changing needs and providing valuable guidance when clients were uncertain.
Derrick is exceptionally knowledgeable and creative - whatever he creates works. He listens and carefully crafts an outcome that's better than expected.
