About Me

I assist individuals and businesses in creating visually appealing websites, user-friendly applications, and smooth user experiences

At present, I am employed at Spear Education where I dedicate most of my time to designing and executing exceptional projects.

My daily tasks encompass a wide range of web development aspects, including back-end programming languages like PHP, Perl, Ruby on Rails, and Java, as well as front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, jQuery/Javascript, VueJS and Bootstrap. Additionally, I focus on user experience and visual design.

I possess a strong passion for web development and design and enjoy supporting small businesses in enhancing their online presence. I am a fast learner and highly adaptable, with a keen eye for design and security.

Contact Details

My Latest Work

I'm looking to expand my portfolio while I'm on top and while I'm young.

De Bon Nails & Spa

De Bon Nails & Spa

Biennails & Spa

Biennails & Spa

Moriah II Nails & Spa

Moriah II Nails & Spa

Iris Dental

Iris Dental

Omega Dental

Omega Dental

Lost Pet

Lost Pet

Leadpile

Leadpile

Stuff2du

Stuff2du

What can I do?

Well, you should have asked what I cannot do. Here are some primary tasks that
I've done in the past years.

1. Frontend development

Whether you need a new website, updates to an existing application or a bespoke email marketing shot; if it involves the web, I can certainly help.

2. Responsive design

The web is no longer just in the hands of the <em>desktop</em> computer. Today we have smartphones, tablets and in the near future; smart watches.

3. Backend development

I build and maintain the technology that powers those components which, together, enable the user-facing side of the website to even exist in the first place.

4. Email Marketing

Email marketing is the most effective way to drive people to your door. I can provide tool that help your company attract visitors, convert leads, and close customers.

5. Mobile Development

Mobile technology is revolutionizing the way businesses interact with end-users, whether the end-user is a customer, employee or business partner. Mobile app could help engaging directly with customers can revolutionize your business.

6. Site backup & security

The purpose of website maintenance & backup service is to keep its content well organized and highly updated for the guests and also to check that the website works properly and safely against from potential attacks or suspicious movements.

My Strengths

Failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough.

88%
Creativity
99%
Reliable
98%
Problem Solving
96%
Adaptable
99%
Responsible

My Resume

My Education
1997 - 2005

2001 - 2005

Arizona State University

Computer Sciences knowleges
  • Java Programming Language
  • Computer Networks Theoretical Computer Science
  • Operating Systems Data Structures and Algorithms
  • Software Engineering Principles of Programming Languages
  • Information Assurance Computer Organization and Architecture
  • Human Computer Interface Object-Oriented Design and Data Structures
  • Digital Design Fundamentals Assembly Language Programming & Microprocessors
1999 - 2001

Glendale Community College

GPA: 3.5
Major: Computer Sciences
Honors/Awards:
  • Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society
1998 - 2001

Thunderbird High School

GPA: 3.85
Honors/Awards:
  • Advanced and Honor Diploma degree
  • Top 10% the graduating class of 2001
  • Advance Placement (AP) classes: Math and Physics
  • Software Engineering Principles of Programming Languages
  • The Rotary International Student of the Month
  • National honor society
  • Who's Who Among High School Student
1997 - 1998

Barry Goldwater High School

Honors/Awards:
  • Top 1 in the National Algebra Competition 1997 - 1998

Work Experience
1998 - Now

2015 - Now

Full Stack Developer - Spear Education

Responsibilities:
  • Implementing visual elements that users see and interact with in a web application.
  • Develop new user-facing features
  • Develop dynamic email models for the marketing department.
2014 - Now

Web Developer - Various Clients

Responsibilities:
  • Freelance web designer/developer with managing all client relationships, controlling budgets, and designing/developing websites and web-base applications for various clients.
  • Developed secure web application and back-end database to automate generate pdf reports and email to business owner.
  • Design and develop a responsive site and database system that will allow the company's owner to make updates to the site and manage customer accounts.
2014 - 2015

Web Developer - Stuff2du

Responsibilities:
  • Develop and manage company website by using Laravel framwork that allow customers can find events and great deals around their local neiborhood via Stuff2du site.
  • Building and managing Android app for the company
2008 - 2014

System Integration Specialist - Leadpile

Responsibilities:
  • Developing front-end interface
  • Assist data analysts with queries, data access and create/optimize database.
  • Code and test integration packages based on technical specifications.
  • Manage the solution configuration, deployment for the integration of the solution with the customer’s data systems.
2006 - 2007

Technician Support - FBM Gaming INC.

Responsibilities:
  • Perform repairs on gaming and non-gaming related equipment including install and configure computers and new software and hardware.
  • Perform network configurations, installation and support.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose hardware and software malfunction, resolves, repairs or reports repairs in a timely manner.
2006 - 2006

Technical Support - CrystalTech web hosting INC.

Responsibilities:
  • Assist and educate customers on basic and advanced use of products and services.
  • Handling escalated technical support issues.
  • Solving website errors, investigating email errors and reviewing various log files to determine and correct any errors.
1998 - 2006

Remittance Processing Specialist - JPMorgan Chase

Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for the extraction and processing of client remittances.
  • Re-associating check images to corresponding material while validating quality of images.
  • Preparing batches of work by extracting checks and remittances, verifying negotiability of checks through customer specifics instructions for all processing.

References - Testimonials

Don't listen to what I say, listen to what other says.

Spear Education

Throughout the many years I've worked with Steven he has always been a very talented developer, very smart, a fast learner, extremely hard worker, dedicated, loyal, trustworthy, who puts his whole heart and mind into what he's doing. I always admired his dedication, humility, and kindness. He's one of the nicest people I've worked with, super easy to collaborate with, he's a team player, eager to help with anything that's needed at a moment's notice. He always brings incredible value to the team he's part of, and he's one of most valuable members of any organization he and I have been part of. There aren't enough good things I can say about Steven, hands down one of the best at what he does as a professional and the type of person you want to have on your team!

Florin Ilie
Lead Software Developer at Spear Education

LendUp

Steven is one of the most amazing people I've met in my life. He is a hard working individual with an amazing attitude towards others and life in general. He is very knowledgeable in a multitude of programming languages including Perl, and continued to do an amazing job for LeadPile. The company that has him around is very fortunate.

Eugen Ilie
Head of Affiliate Marketing at LendUp

Diet Direct

I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Steven when my company integrated with LeadPile. Steven's dedication, knowledge, and problem solving skills were top-notch. He was always willing to go the extra mile to complete tasks and provide solutions to what seemed complicated situations. His team only had good things to say about Steven and his abilities.

Dawn Hyde-Burger
Head of Affiliate Marketing at Diet Direct

Leadpile

Steven is as hardworking as they come. If you're in a pinch and need something done quick, Steven has no problem staying late to get the work done.

Sarah Trees
Product Manager at Leadpile
  • Florin Ilie
  • Eugen Ilie
  • Dawn Hyde-Burger
  • Sarah Trees

Skills & Expertise

I have over 19+ years of professional industry and agency experience, working with a range of clients from start ups to larger company.

92%

HTML5 + CSS3

86%

JS + Jquery

96%

Bootstrap

87%

Laravel

87%

Zend

92%

MySQL

Programming Languages

Server-side Programming Languages. A programming language defines the computer instructions which are used to write programs that perform some task, e.g. composing a web page.

PHP

95%

Ruby on Rails

80%

Perl

80%

Java

70%

C/C++

66%

Pascal

55%

Volunteer Experience

Volunteering is the ultimate expression of human relationships – acting on behalf of my communities, because of a desire to contribute and help. As a result, I tend to be highly engaged and committed to the outcomes of my work.

St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance - Phoenix, AZ

When: August, 2013
Responsibility:
  • Assisting in the sorting, boxing and bagging of food
  • Fundraising support and acting as advocates to bring about positive change

Feed My Starving Children - Tempe, AZ

When: December, 2012
Responsibility:
  • Support this non-profit organization by helping pack all the nutritious meals and assisting ship across ocean

Project C.U.R.E - Tempe, AZ

When: Fall, 2011
Responsibility:
  • Sort, catalog and pack all of medical supplies, equipments include anesthesia machines, electrocautery units, ventilators and X-ray machines in Project C.U.R.E.'s distribution and collection centers.

Milestones Achieved

My path has not been determined. I shall have more experiences and pass many more milestones.

Cups of Coffee

Hours Worked

Succesful Projects

Lines of Code

Work Process

The web development process can be broken down into a timescale consisting of six general areas.

1. Idea
2. Sketch
3. Design
4. Develop
5. Test
6. Launch