Hi nice to meet you
I am Gary, a front end developer

Why I am the Right Choice for Your Engineering Team:

TLDR

If you are seeking a developer who combines clean, responsive code with genuine empathy for the end user, I bring both technical expertise and user-centered thinking to every project. I am skilled in developing front-end components and interactive web experiences with a strong focus on usability, accessibility, and performance.

I love to dabble with new technologies and am always eager to learn. Recently I have been trying my hand with AI tools to help drive results faster while still carefully planning and analaysing project requirements.

Education

2014 - 2017

The University of Auckland (UoA)

Bachelor of Science
Double Major in Computer Science and Information Systems

Work Experience

June 2025 - Current (Contract)

The Capsulelab

Full Stack Developer

Key Achievements:

Create a web application for a startup company with the goal of providing a platform for users to store their digital assets in the IPFS:
- The Capsule Lab

June 2024 - June 2025 (12 month Contract)

Brisk Cloudware

Front End Developer

Key Achievements:

Worked on the front end of the Brisk Cloudware booking software:
- Brisk Appointment
Modernised the UI of the landing page using vanilla JavaScript, HTML, CSS
Worked closely with Product Manager and other developers to deliver new features and resolve bugs
Improved first-time user retention through targeted feature flags
Enhanced UX by introducing features such as:

Combobox – Enabled users to search and enter records
Out of hour bookings – Allowed flexible scheduling
Context menu – Streamlined actions from the grid

June 2023 - Feb 2024 (Contract)

Juggle Rewards

Lead App Developer

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

Created the MVP of Juggle Rewards App, a rewards program for users to redeem points and earn while spending at selected businesses in New Zealand.

Juggle Rewards App (React Native)

Replicated Figma wireframes though typescript to create functional user interfaces with the user`s experience in mind.
Set up user authentication such as one time password (OTP) verification and email verifications.
Created landing page for the business with key infomation about the business and how it will impact different stakeholders.

Juggle Rewards Home Page (React)

Tech stack

HTML5

CSS

JAVASCRIPT

TYPESCRIPT

NODEDOTJS

REACT

GIT

DART

Flutter

MYSQL

WORDPRESS

Hobbies

Other Experience

June 2024 - June 2025 (12 month Contract)

Brisk Cloudware (NCH Software)

Front End Developer

Key Achievements:

Worked on the front end of the Brisk Cloudware booking software:
- Brisk Appointment
Modernised the UI of the landing page using vanilla JavaScript, HTML, CSS
Worked closely with Product Manager and other developers to deliver new features and investigate/resolve any reported bugs
Improved first-time user retention by designing and deploying targeted feature flags
Enhanced overall user experience through introcuding features like:

Combobox - Enabled users to freely search and enter records such as client names
Out of hour bookings - Allowed appointments to be booked outside the standard times for special occasions
Context menu - Streamlined common actions (e.g., booking appointments, blocking time slots) directly from the appointment grid

Aug 2021 - Feb 2024 (Full time)

ezyVet

Intermediate Software Solutions Advisor

Key Achievements:

Delivered software training, technical support, and documentation for stakeholders.
Supported a global user base, contributed to revenue retention, and led cross-functional initiatives across customer support, and the QA team.
Performed testing on reported bugs and identifeid core workflows which were logged in the Jira and reviewed with QA and devs
Utilised PHP to generate custom TWIG templates to generate additional revenue
Implement an effective training program for onboarding new team members for more technical aspects of the software; such as:

Hardware troubleshooting steps
Configuration of IP and other windows settings for optimal efficiency
Break down of TWIG (PHP) coding to produce simple document templates

Created universal resources for stakeholders to easily navigate core functions of ezyVet

Webinar

Aug 2019 - Aug 2021 (Full time)

Gorilla Technology

IT Technician & Audiovisual Engineer

Key Achievements:

Provided IT support (L1/L2/L3) for customers including large organisations such as the Cancer Society NZ with over 500 users
Managed core sites for Gorilla Technology and World Podcasts