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I'm Kyle Bingham, a Full Stack Software Engineer

As a Full Stack Web Developer, I embrace the exhilarating and diverse world of web development, traversing the entire stack from front-end to back-end with passion and expertise. My days are filled with crafting sleek and intuitive user interfaces, where I breathe life into creative design concepts using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. My attention to detail ensures pixel-perfect layouts, and I relish the opportunity to optimize performance for an exceptional user experience. Simultaneously, I delve into the realm of server-side technologies, wielding the power of languages like PHP, JavaScript/TypeScript (Node.js) and databases like MySQL or MongoDB. With this proficiency, I build robust and scalable backend architectures, ensuring seamless data management and application functionality.

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Being a Full Stack Web Developer allows me to see projects through from inception to deployment, relishing the satisfaction of witnessing my creations come to life. I embrace the dynamic nature of the role, constantly adapting to emerging technologies and frameworks like React, Express.js, or Laravel to stay ahead of the curve. My love for problem-solving drives me to tackle challenges head-on, whether it's debugging intricate code or streamlining performance bottlenecks. Collaborating closely with talented designers and fellow developers, I am an integral part of a collaborative team, contributing my diverse skill set to bring innovative web applications to the world. As a Full Stack Web Developer, I find fulfilment in creating meaningful digital experiences that leave a lasting impact on users and contributing to the ever-evolving landscape of web technology.

My Work Experience

April 2022 - PresentProfessional Developer

As a developer, I played a key role in prototyping AWS Lambda functions as a proof of concept and was part of a team that utilized AWS CDK stack, including API Gateway, Lambdas, and DynamoDB, along with GitLab CI/CD for continuous deployment to our AWS accounts. Additionally, I led the team in decommissioning features, assisted in migrating email systems using AWS CDK Event Bridge, successfully decreased deployment time from 3 hours to 1 hour through the implementation of AWS CDK and serverless architecture, and introduced automated testing and tracing in GitLab CI/CD to ensure efficient and reliable software delivery.

December 2019 - April 2022PHP DEVELOPER I

I headed the team responsible for a successful migration of our admin system from Angular & Angular 2 to VueJS, TypeScript, and transitioned from NPM to Yarn. Additionally, I played a key role in developing our in-house CMS system using Laravel, Twig, and VueJS, significantly impacting our website by serving over 80% of its content. Furthermore, I contributed to improving our admin system by updating node packages, upgrading from VueJS 2 to VueJS 3, resulting in performance enhancements like a 45% reduction in page load time and a 10% increase in rendering speed. Moreover, my work included creating multiple custom modules for our customers, leading to a 30% rise in customer satisfaction through improved process efficiency and user experience.

May 2017 - Dec 2019LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER

I led the development of a new influencer's platform using VueJS, TailWindCSS, Laravel, and PHP, and successfully migrated competition sites from YII to Laravel, VueJS, and TailwindCSS. Additionally, I oversaw the deployment and upgrading of the company's hosting to comply with the latest security standards and SSL security of TLS1.2. I trained apprentices, placement students, and junior developers, resulting in 80% staying to develop their careers and move on to new experiences. My efforts improved software quality through the implementation of PSR-12 standards and coaching team members in adopting these new standards. Furthermore, I increased development velocity by introducing a project management and development workflow, including daily standup meetings, version control, and code testing through a Continuous Integration server. This streamlined development process reduced development times by 25% and improved website performance by 13%. Lastly, I led the team to achieve over 90% unit test coverage by introducing unit testing and guiding the team in writing effective unit tests to verify the behavior of the code.

January 2016 - May 2017SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER

I took charge of developing the company's bespoke competition platform, utilizing VueJs, Laravel, TypeScript, and Bootstrap, resulting in an impressive 80% increase in the sales team's efficiency. Moreover, I led an investigation into the usage of the old competition system and workflow, which served as a crucial influence in the development of the new platform. Additionally, I implemented automated tests and continuous integration, significantly enhancing the development process and leading to a remarkable 40% reduction in the defect rate.

January 2014 - May 2016JUNIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER

I contributed to the maintenance, development, and bug-fixing of White Label sites. Additionally, I played a key role in a team that successfully developed a bespoke data platform, utilizing Twig for the front end and Laravel for the back end, aligning it with the company's specific metrics. The platform was delivered on time and within budget, leading to a remarkable 30% increase in team productivity, a 40% reduction in customer onboarding times, and an 8% improvement in customer satisfaction.