Emily Chow

With 3 years of experience in web development, I am well-versed in JavaScript, CSS, and HTML, along with expertise in popular front-end frameworks like React and Vue.js. I have also worked extensively with server-side programming languages such as Node.js and have hands-on experience with databases such as Oracle SQL and MongoDB. 

In the course of my career, I have built numerous web applications, from concept to deployment, utilizing best practices and modern web development principles. I am well-versed in responsive web design, cross-browser compatibility, and accessibility, ensuring that the applications I develop are user-friendly and visually appealing across different devices and browsers. 

In addition to technical skills, I am a strong advocate of test-driven development, using unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests to ensure the quality and stability of the applications I develop. Additionally, I have experience debugging and resolving issues in both front-end and back-end code, and I have worked with a variety of web servers, caching mechanisms, and other infrastructure components to optimize their performance. 

As a team player, I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, including designers, product managers, and other developers, to understand requirements and deliver high-quality web applications. As an effective communicator, both in writing and verbally, I can explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, making me an invaluable member of any team. 

Furthermore, I am committed to continuous learning and staying up to date with the latest web development trends and technologies. To stay relevant in the ever-evolving field of web development, I actively participate in online communities, attend conferences, and engage in continuous self-learning. 

Web App Developer

Leon’s Furniture Limited Group 09/2022 - Ongoing
 

-Parent company of Leon's, The Brick, Appliance Canada, Furniture.ca and King & State

-Increase customer purchases by 15% through designing and developing a user-friendly web application for sales checkout using JavaScript, Vue.JS, Node.JS, and CSS

-Significantly improve web functionality and speed by continuously fixing bugs from web app, and implement enhancements

-Use SQL for researching data analytics to improve sales

-Train over 40 staff members in internal web functions, including steps on how to independently make minor updates and changes

-Gather daily feedback from end users through meetings and managed the distribution of process improvements tickets to the developers

-Create and maintain Wordpress website for EDI (Electronic data interchange) for communications between vendors and Leon's or The Brick

-Onboard and train new employees and contractors on the front and back end of web app code

Web Developer

Leon’s Furniture Limited Group 05/2022 - 09/2022
-Parent company of Leon's, The Brick, Appliance Canada, Furniture.ca and King & State

-Created over 91 dynamic and responsive pages (such as store listings and details pages) using Shopify, WordPress Liquid, JavaScript, JQuery, React, SQL, Ruby, Google API, Shopify Metafield Integrations, Bootstrap, CSS and SCSS to increase site traffic by 30% 

-Performed user-testing and QA improving overall website responsiveness and functionality

-Optimized store checkout pages resulting in a 22% increase in customer conversion

Web Developer

Essnce 12/2021 - 04/2022
-E-commerce platform centered around the sale of oil diffusers

-Created Essnce's e-commerce website, using JavaScript, Shopify, Liquid and CSS, allowing them to begin selling products and generate revenue

-Built mobile friendly versions of the platform, increasing mobile sales by 32%

-Worked closely with clients to develop features that aligned with their goals and objectives

-Refactored and restructured existing code in order to increase site speed by 45%

Web Developer

TK Events 01/2021 - 04/2022
-A virtual event platform that provides customizable rooms

-Developed front-end of an online virtual event application using JavaScript, CSS and HTML for clients such as Dell and BMO

-Implemented gamification features, such as a leaderboard, to increase audience engagement by 18%

-Conducted unit testing to create robust web apps

-Created more than 25 online events generating $2,000,000 in sales per year

My most recent education would be General Assembly Coding bootcamp, I learned Fullstack (MERN), created some projects such as to do list, or Black Jack game. I worked alone as well as in groups of other developers.