About – codesplatter

A little about me...

My journey in the world of web development began with a fascination for turning ideas into interactive, visually stunning digital experience. As a front-end enthusiast, I specialize in translating concepts into seamless user interfaces.

I am pretty much self-taught with high level of independent learning skills. This ability has helped me keep up with the rapidly evolving technical landscape of modern web development.

As freelance web developer and designer, I have collaborated with UI / graphic designers and worked on a multitude of web and print based projects for a range of clients.

I am currently working with a set of selected client base. They mostly comprise of start-ups, small to midsized businesses, where I am always being challenged to build features that were user centric and solved some business problems.

In the process I found that I have grown as a developer by collaboration, research & advice.

The Approach

I follow a very simplistic development approach that is geared towards creating a digital prodcut that strengthens your brand and ensures ease of use. Resulting in a positive user experience whether it is reading content, watching a video or enrolling in a course.

1 - Gathering Requirements

Gathering requirements is a critical phase in any project, laying the foundation for successful outcomes. This process involves identifying and documenting the needs and expectations of stakeholders to ensure that the final product or solution meets their objectives. It typically includes engaging with users, conducting interviews, surveys, and workshops, and analyzing existing systems and processes. Effective requirements gathering helps to clarify project scope, reduce ambiguities, and mitigate risks, ultimately leading to more accurate planning, design, and implementation.

2 - Design & Prototyping

The design phase focuses on creating an aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly interface that reflects the brand's identity and meets user needs. It involves creating wireframes and mockups to visualize the layout, navigation, and functionality of the website. Prototyping, on the other hand, involves building interactive models of the website to test and refine the design concepts. This step allows for early detection of usability issues and provides a tangible representation for stakeholders to review and provide feedback.

3 - Coding & Development

The coding and development process is the backbone of bringing a website to life. This phase involves transforming the design and prototype into a fully functional website using various programming languages and technologies. Developers write clean, efficient, and scalable code to implement the website’s features and functionalities, ensuring it works seamlessly across different browsers and devices. During development, attention is given to both front-end and back-end coding. Front-end development focuses on the user interface and experience, using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create responsive and interactive elements. Back-end development involves server-side logic, databases, and application integrations, ensuring robust performance and security.

4 - Monitoring and Maintenance

Monitoring and maintenance are vital for the ongoing success and performance of a website. Once the website is live, continuous monitoring is essential to ensure it operates smoothly and efficiently. This includes tracking website uptime, performance metrics, and user behavior to detect and address any issues promptly. Maintenance involves regularly updating content, software, and security measures to keep the website relevant and secure. This can include updating plugins, applying security patches, and optimizing the site for improved load times and SEO. Regular backups are also conducted to safeguard against data loss. By actively monitoring and maintaining the website, we ensure it remains functional, secure, and aligned with the latest industry standards and user expectations. This proactive approach helps in minimizing downtime, enhancing user experience, and extending the longevity of the website.

Tools of My Trade

I try to make things as simple as possible and my preferences are to use the core web technologies that has the power the web since it infancy. Having said that I avoid using unwanted layers of abstraction and complexities to my code.

HTML (Hypertext Markup Language)

HTML is the fundamental building block of web pages. Frontend developers should have a strong understanding of HTML to structure content on the web.

CSS (Cascading Style Sheets)

CSS is used to style HTML elements, defining the layout, colors, fonts, and other visual aspects of a website. Frontend developers need to be proficient in CSS to create visually appealing and responsive designs.

JavaScript

JavaScript is a scripting language that allows developers to create dynamic and interactive elements on web pages. Frontend developers should have a solid understanding of JavaScript for client-side scripting and interaction.

Version Control/Git

Proficiency in using version control systems, particularly Git, is important for collaboration with other developers and for managing code changes.

Design Tools

High level of proficiency in design tools like Adobe XD, Sketch, or Figma can be beneficial for better collaboration with UI/UX designers.