Hi, I'm Jestin

I am a web developer from Toronto with a track record of 6+ years in developing websites across diverse categories, including blogs, e-commerce, dashboards, and static sites. I love solving complex problems with cutting-edge web technologies, implementing challenging UI interactions and components; and collaborating with talented teams.

I am always eager to learn new skills and explore new challenges. Currently, I'm keen on delving into backend technologies, CI/CD, and database development as I am inclined to become a fullstack developer in the future.

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Skills

Web Development

Next.js, Node.js, PHP, WordPress, Laravel, RESTful API

Frontend Development

HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, JavaScript, ES6, jQuery, React, Redux, Next.js

UI/UX Design

Photoshop, Zeplin, Figma, Wireframing, User Research, Usability Testing

Professional Skills

Effective Communication, Time Management, Website Optimization, Agile methodologies, SEO, Design Patterns and Principles

Professional Summary

6Years

Oct 2023 - Present1 yr 1 month

Freelance Web Developer

Upwork

Nov 2021 - Sept 20231 yr 10 months

UI Developer 2

Media.net

Feb 2021 - Nov 20219 months

Software Developer

eDAS Tech

Nov 2018 - Feb 20212 yrs 3 months

Associate UI Developer

Media.net

June 2018 - Sep 20183 months

Software Development Trainee

VSPL

Experience

Freelance Web DeveloperUpwork

Oct 2023 - Present

1 yr 1 month

Built 7 websites using React, Vue, WordPress, Express.js, JavaScript, HTML and CSS.
Created detailed project proposals outlining the scope, timelines, deliverables, and cost estimates.
Kept clients informed of project progress and incorporated feedback.
Worked with other freelancers or team members as needed.
Stayed updated with web development trends and continuously improved technical skills. Read Less

UI Developer 2Media.net

Nov 2021 - Sept 2023

1 yr 10 months

Delivered 50+ custom widgets and pages by seamlessly integrating WordPress, Vue.js, and Laravel, meeting business requirements promptly within weekly sprint deadlines. Read More
Developed RESTful APIs using the Laravel framework, which involved designing and implementing API endpoints, handling data requests and responses, and ensuring efficient and secure communication between client applications and the server.
Contributed to the development of an interview tool built with Next.js, Redux, and Express. This tool was instrumental in facilitating the interview task within the team, enabling efficient management of interview-related tasks, candidate evaluations, and reducing the interview feedback time by 50%.
Managed Media.net's official website UI, orchestrating collaborative efforts across cross-functional teams to guarantee strict adherence to regulatory frameworks like CCPA, GDPR, and WCGA. Simultaneously, promoted ongoing optimization initiatives, which not only facilitated timely compliance but also led to 10% improvements in SEO rankings.
Successfully identified and endorsed more than 10 top-tier UI developer candidates through a rigorous interview process, contributing to the selection of 2 developers in the team.
Proficiently delegated tasks to 3 junior developers while offering mentorship and guidance as required. This strategic approach resulted in reduced rounds of QA testing and expedited project delivery timelines by 30%.
Implemented and upheld uniform coding practices across projects to streamline debugging.
Conducted thorough code reviews during merge requests, offering recommendations for optimal coding practices.
Thoroughly documented the entire development lifecycle to facilitate seamless knowledge transfer and ensure comprehensive understanding of the project.

Software DevelopereDAS Tech

Feb 2021 - Nov 2021

9 months

Redeveloped the frontend of a contact center web application, encompassing both the agent and admin panels which improved user experience reducing user disposition of a customer by 40%. Read More
Designed a novel chat-bot architecture in PHP, incorporating webhooks, and seamlessly integrated key APIs including WhatsApp Business API, Facebook Graph API, and Gupshup API to enhance the bot's functionality and capabilities.
Modernized outdated JavaScript code, bringing it in line with the latest ES6+ standards. Additionally, initiated and drove migration of the existing project to utilize React and Redux, harnessing the benefits of the virtual DOM and improved state management to significantly enhance both performance and maintainability.
Engineered RESTful APIs using PHP and implemented stored procedures within MySQL to enhance the functionality of the dialer dashboard.
Streamlined data retrieval processes by optimizing complex SQL queries, resulting in a 20% reduction in load times for user-facing features.
Collaborated closely with backend developers and engaged stakeholders to design and develop IVR (Interactive Voice Response) flows and user interfaces tailored to meet the specific requirements of 8 clients.
Successfully identified and endorsed 4 top-tier UI developer candidates through a rigorous interview process, contributing to their selection and integration into the team.
Validated and deployed the developed web application on more than 10 client servers, ensuring its robust functionality and reliability across various environments.
Collaborated with customer success teams to tailor UI features, which resulted in a marked 20% improvement in customer satisfaction scores as per the quarterly feedback survey

Associate UI DeveloperMedia.net

Nov 2018 - Feb 2021

2 yrs 3 months

Developed websites using React, Vue, WordPress, and CakePHP Read More
Implemented custom WordPress themes from scratch as per the designs for 15+ websites
Solely developed a mobile app using React Native

Software Development TraineeVSPL

June 2018 - Sep 2018

3 months

Learnt Web Development, React and React Native as part of the training Read More
Developed web apps using ReactJS and REST APIs
Developed Android Apps using React Native

Education

Bachelor of Science (Information Technology) | University of Mumbai

July 2014 - Oct 2017

A comprehensive undergraduate program specializing in Information Technology, equipping me with a strong foundation in programming, software development, and IT concepts. Gained practical experience through real-world projects, fostering the ability to apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings. Developed industry-relevant skills and knowledge to excel in IT roles.

Portfolio

Meet Participants Checklist

A Chrome extension that adds a checkbox next to each Google Meet participant

Master Builder

An Electron App to execute builds on an internal project with multiple configs simultaneously

Forstar Engineers

A website for a local business that I developed as a freelancer.

Online Lottery Picker (Frontend)

A website for a raffle event of a local church. This was a pro bono work

Online Lottery Seller (Backend)

A website for a raffle event of a local church. This was a pro bono work

Online Quiz

A website that fetches data from a public quiz API and asks you 10 questions and gives out result

WordPress Templates

As a UI Developer in Media.net, I developed 10+ custom WordPress templates as per business requirements. The details of the websites cannot be shared because of an NDA but screenshots of the same are attached