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Strong PHPMySQLXHTMJavaScript developer with 10+ years experience. Web Developer with focus on functionality, usability and accessibility
Attention to site optimization and promotional tools: Analytics, RSSXML feeds for online stores, Google Product feeds, Google Maps API and Google Gadgets.
Areas covered: Worldwide
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Job Reviews on PPH
by Simon W on 10 Jan 2012
Very helpful in clarifying my job, quick turnaround, friendly comms, 100% on brief. Would happily work with Darren again. Thanks
by InfoLogic . on 10 Feb 2011
Great job. Not only delivered to spec but recommended alternatives and owned the project. Delighted with results.
by InfoLogic . on 27 Jan 2011
Continuation of previous project and same high level of service. Already thinking of other projects we can give to Darren.
Work Experience
Example sites (all coding by myself):
http://beverevivis.com - an art gallery with secure back-end system for owner to manage content (artists, portfolios, exhibitions, announcements, etc) Particular attention was paid to SEO and usability (note PR5)
http://lindawhelpdale.com - a simple gallery site for a single artist. Again, content is managed by the owner.
http://thestripeysheep.co.uk - shopping cart site for ethical trade clothing. Content managed by owner.
http://northofwatford.com - simple actors agency site. Note that site owners wanted strong integration with spotlight web site, content managed from there by client.
http://thestoneworkshoplimited.co.uk - simple site publicising a local business. Of note is the \"Nameplate Shop\" - a dynamic tool for visitors to create their own nameplates, with a dynamic feedback image.
http://reefkeepers.co.uk - a multi-seller site for the reef keeping hobby. Multiple sellers can sign up and sell their equipment, corals, etc. Customers place orders with items from multiple sellers - all managed by a custom back-end system.
These are just a few of my recent sites. I have worked on sites from online stock market games (with daily live FTSE100 feeds); to Printing ink company online store and stock management systems; to simple Bed and breakfast sites.
I have 10+ years in PHP4/5, SQL, mySQL, HTML4, CSS, JavaScript, XML, SEO, Google Analytics
Previously 11+ years: MS Visual C++ v6, MFC & DAO, Access, Excel, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Corel Paint Shop Pro, MS Project. Trained in Object Orientated Analysis and Design techniques; working in teams from +6 developers to solitary projects; full product lifecycle implementations; Internal Quality Auditor (Tick-IT)
Jun 2009
The Gallery At Bevere
Implementation (£600) and continued support (£250 pa) of The Gallery At Bevere website.
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Heather Taylor
Darren has worked with us and our web site as part of his Arttrader since 2002 and two years ago he arranged for www.beverevivis.com to become independant.. During this time he has been very helpful, ready to listen and great at implementing ideas and keeping us totally up to date with latest trends and ideas. He continues to give us 100% support.
Education
BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Variuos OOA/OOD courses and MS courses in Office and C++ development tools.
Variuos OOA/OOD courses and MS courses in Office and C++ development tools.

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