Ross Parkin

Front-end Developer

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About Me

I’m an experienced and reliable front-end developer based in Berkshire, UK with over 8 years of success building responsive, accessible and scalable web applications and websites. Currently I specialise in JavaScript, React, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, Sass and pixel-perfect UI development.

I bring a strong background in leading front-end architecture, mentoring teams, and optimising code for performance and accessibility. I pride myself on attention to detail, with a focus on writing clean and efficient modular code.

Technical Skills

Languages & Frameworks

  • JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, Sass
  • React, Next.js, React Native
  • Tailwind CSS, BEM

State Management & Architecture

  • Redux, Context API
  • Component-based architecture and hooks
  • RESTful API integration and error handling

Testing & Quality Assurance

  • Jest, React Testing Library
  • ESLint, Stylelint, Prettier (linting and formatting)
  • Code review best practices

Build Tools & Optimisation

  • Webpack, Vite, NPM
  • Performance optimisation, Lighthouse, Web Vitals
  • Image optimisation, multi-res delivery, SVGs

Design & UX Integration

  • Figma, Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator)
  • Mobile-first, fully-responsive development
  • GSAP, Lottie (animation)

Accessibility (a11y)

  • WCAG 2.1 standards, semantic HTML
  • ARIA roles, keyboard navigation
  • Screen reader testing and accessible forms

Development Tools & Workflow

  • Git, Github, Bitbucket (version control)
  • Agile methodologies (Scrum), Jira
  • ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, Github Copilot
  • CMS Integration: WordPress, Drupal
  • Docker, Lando
  • SEO code techniques and integration

Leadership & Interpersonal Skills

  • Team leadership and mentoring junior developers
  • Sprint planning, participation and Agile ceremonies
  • Technical analysis, research and briefing
  • Code reviews and process improvement initiatives
  • Project planning, estimation and resource management
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Cross-functional collaboration within and across teams
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking under pressure
  • Client communication and requirements
  • Organised, proactive, with solutions-oriented mindset

Audley Villages

React | Drupal

- React property search

- Custom navigation

- Google maps integration

MHR

JavaScript | GSAP

- GSAP animation components

- Custom interactive sliders

- Cross-referenced content

WEA

JavaScript | Drupal

- Custom search interface

- Multiple user content areas

- eCommerce platform

The Dept. of Physics

JavaScript | Sass

- Custom navigation

- Interactive styled elements

- Cross-referenced content

What I Do

Front-End Development

I build bespoke front-end user interfaces to meet designs, specifications and architecture.

Using React, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML and CSS / Sass I develop innovative and considered solutions to create fast and responsive websites and web apps.

I've led front-end builds from technical analysis and estimation through to build and delivery. I'm well versed in Agile methodologies, confident in managing client requests, as well as ensuring delivery within scope and expectations.

I understand the importance of pixel-perfect development, and translating signed-off designs in an exacting manner.

Incorporating the lastest development techniques, every web solution is responsive, accessible and built with performance in mind.

Web Development

I deliver bespoke web development solutions tailored to your requirements.

Focusing on the needs of each project allows me to build brilliantly performing websites with efficient code that are fast and smooth to use.

I'm well versed in website size and speed optimisation to get the best page load times. I'm also happy integrating SEO code foundations and Accessibility standards into any web build.

WordPress / Drupal Development

I have extensive knowledge of customising and working with bespoke WordPress and Drupal themes.

Whilst I'd usually work with a totally custom theme I'm familiar with building in theme frameworks, as well as updating and adding functionality.

Having a good understanding of the WordPress and Drupal core allows me to create the best solution using custom coding or plugins and modules where necessary.

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