I’m a Front End Developer with almost a year of experience solving coding problems, combining technical skills with a creative mindset. My background as a visual artist and 3D designer gives me a unique perspective for developing visually appealing and functional interfaces. Additionally, my experience as an Art Director has sharpened my project management and teamwork abilities, while my teaching background has enhanced my communication and collaboration skills. I thrive in environments that challenge me to create efficient, user-focused solutions.
| Category | Technologies |
|---|---|
| Frontend |        |
| Backend |      |
| Tools |     |
| Design |     |
- Exploring advanced features in React and Next.js
- Building scalable applications using Docker and deploying them on AWS
- Designing intuitive and user-friendly interfaces with Figma
- Currently seeking job opportunities while finalizing my portfolio
- Studying advanced CSS animations
- Exciting open-source projects
- Innovative web applications and tools
- Tech communities and forums to share and grow together
- LinkedIn: Luis de Cespedes
- Email: lewisofbristol@gmail.com
| Project | Description | Technologies |
|---|---|---|
| SATellite Prep (mobile) | A space-themed AI educational platform targeting Year 6 students with interactive resources and chatbot integration. |  |
| Fireplace Palace | A 3-page marketing site built with Next.js, REST APIs, and Playwright, featuring a review section that fetches data from an external API. |  |
| TrackIt APP | A fitness tracking REST API following CRUD conventions, allowing users to create, update, and manage activities via API endpoints. | |
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Bootcamper at School of Code (Jan 2024 - Oct 2024)
- Developed full-stack JavaScript applications using technologies like React, Node.js, Express & PostgreSQL.
- Rotated weekly between Agile teams, planning and building products, presenting to industry experts.
- Prioritized best practices: documentation, semantic code, accessibility.
- Integrated a chatbot powered by Mistral AI into educational platforms.
- Extensive experience in pair programming, stand-ups, retros, hackathons, and mentor-led projects.
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Teaching Assistant
- Supported students in IT and programming basics.
- Provided individualized attention to students with diverse learning needs, including those with autism.
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Art Director
- Led creative teams in audiovisual productions, fostering collaboration and high-quality output.
- Managed resources and timelines, similar to working with development teams on front-end projects.
I have a knack for solving complex problems with elegant code, and I’m always on the lookout for the next big challenge!