Full Stack Software Developer

Hello, I’m Erik!

My journey has been a unique blend of customer service roles, managerial experience, and a passion for programming. I hold a diploma in Full-Stack Software Development from Code Institute and possess proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Python.

With 15 years of experience in customer-facing roles, I've mastered the art of adapting quickly to new environments and excelling in team-oriented projects. My transition from waiter and restaurant manager to a project manager in a small security door and window company over the past 5 years was an exciting shift. In this role, I not only sold our products but also took charge of ordering and coordinating installations with our team. This experience enhanced my problem-solving skills and taught me the importance of streamlined processes and effective communication.

I'm actively seeking a Software Developer role in the tech industry where I can apply my diverse skill set. In my journey, I've developed a strong foundation in programming, but I also bring a unique perspective honed by my diverse background in customer service and management. I am committed to fostering innovation, building dynamic teams, and driving forward-thinking solutions.

Let's connect and explore how my diverse skill set and passion for programming can add value to your network and projects.

I’m currently learning

I’m continuing to improve my skills

Programming Languages

Libraries & Frameworks

Automated Testing

Databases

Version Control & IDEs

Hosting

Cloud Storage

Wireframes

Public Cloud

MILESTONE PROJECT 4: G-mark
	Full e-commerce application for a shoe shop TECH STACK	Distinction
MILESTONE PROJECT 3: D4 Trading
	Diablo 4 trade is a website specifically dedicated to a game "Diablo 4" released not long ago. The purpose of the website is to allow dedicated players to share the items they have received in-game and trade for in-game currency with other players. The game itself does allow trading but there is no marketplace or auction house to allow item "posting". TECH STACK	Distinction
MILESTONE PROJECT 2: TeDoKu
	Tedoku is a mix between tetris and sudoku with drag and drop functionality. Fill the vertical or horizontal lines as well as squares like sudoku but have them clear out to make more space or fill up the board with gaps and lose the game like in Tetris. TECH STACK	Distinction
MILESTONE PROJECT 1: Brick by Brick	Description and Tools	Grade
	This is a website for the "Brick by brick" bricklayer company. It is responsive on a range of devices. The site informs visitors of what the company's services & goals are as well as helps to find new clients. TECH STACK	Merit

I chose to participate in these to gain teamwork experience on IT projects, as well as learn something new from each team. In each one of these, I learn new ways to code, new ways to solve problems, or new tricks to use in my coding experience

August 2024, Pixel Pioneers: A Retro Gaming: Frogs of Fury
	Welcome to Frogs of Fury, a retro-inspired action game that pays homage to the classic 'Contra' while offering a fresh, vertical challenge with a Rambo robot frog. In this game, players must navigate their way through an endless vertical landscape by leaping from platform to platform, all while avoiding or defeating various enemies. The higher you go, the more perilous the journey becomes. But beware: the map dissolves beneath you, so any missed jump or hesitation could lead to your demise. Whether playing solo or with a friend in co-op mode, your goal is to ascend as high as possible and survive the relentless challenges thrown your way. TECH STACK
April 2024, Talking Tech: Women's Health Reimagined: Meno-together
	Meno-together aims to transform the menopausal experience by creating a supportive and inclusive community where women and their loved ones can navigate this transition together with better knowledge, empathy and understanding. The platform serves as a one-stop destination for education, empathy and practical tips to help women and their loved ones navigate this significant life transition together. By addressing the informational needs of women and their partners, colleagues and friends, the platform will contribute to a more compassionate and supportive environment for women during menopause in the UK and beyond. TECH STACK
February 2024, Cupid's Code Quest!: Date Sparkle
	Date Sparkle is a Web app that helps you plan a date. Maybe you ran out of ideas or would like to try something different! Date Sparkle uses AI to give you interesting and exciting suggestions. If you don't like the results you can instantly get more ideas with the click of a button. TECH STACK
January 2024, Budget Busters: New Year, New Numbers!: Wealth-Quest
	The hackathon challenge was to create a budget-focused website app. Our idea was to create a game that educates how to surpass personal expenses with personal passive income. TECH STACK
December 2023, Secret Santa: A Holiday Hackathon: Christmas Advent
	For the Christmas hackathon we were given a specific task of presenting a front-end only recipe sharing website idea. We created a Christmas calendar made of a one-page (HTML) website. TECH STACK
November 2023, Talking Tech: Men's Health Reimagined: HealthBro
	Over 5 days we developed a website that is meant to connect males who require physical, mental, and emotional help, The idea is mixed between dating sites and a gym buddy program. Finding another fellow male to connect with and share personal struggles. TECH STACK
October 2023, Fantom Forge: Halloween Hackatron: WICHES BREW
	With our team we developed potion-making a game where the player produces various potions to buff himself or debuff an enemy. TECH STACK
May 2023, May the fourth be with you: STAR DICE
	Javascript-based game that is based on rolling dices and matching to opponent dices TECH STACK
February 2023, World NGO Day: SupportNGO's	Description and Tools	Result
	Support NGOs is a platform created during a five-day World NGO Day hackathon to help connect people with non-governmental organizations that need support, volunteers, and donations. This project was built using Django, Python, JavaScript, and Bootstrap 4, deployed on Heroku, and uses Amazon S3 for cloud storage. TECH STACK