I'm Julian, a versatile web developer with a degree in Digital Media from 2014. Starting as a frontend developer, I mastered HTML, CSS, Sass, and JavaScript for visually stunning interfaces. Evolving with technology, I embraced ReactJS for dynamic web applications.
Over the past year, I've expanded into AI integration and advanced customer communication systems. I developed a comprehensive WhatsApp integration system that routes customer messages from multiple business numbers into custom-built internal dashboards, enabling sales teams to respond efficiently while feeding valuable interaction data back into analytics and CRM systems.
My first venture into AI-powered solutions has been developing intelligent chat systems—an ongoing project that continues to evolve. I experimented with locally hosted Llama models, explored AWS Bedrock API, and ultimately settled on OpenAI's API for optimal performance. These systems handle customer interactions, automatically escalate conversations, and integrate seamlessly with CRMs.
My backend expertise lies in PHP and Symfony, with Python as my go-to for crafting efficient automation scripts. I'm adept in Amazon Web Services (AWS), utilizing S3 for secure storage, CloudFront for content delivery, EC2 for virtual servers, and RDS for efficient database management. Foundation for Emails remains a cornerstone of my toolkit for seamless email communications.
While most of my work centers on my primary role at Off Limits, I occasionally take on external projects, contributing to a dynamic and enriching perspective. For further insights into recent AI integration projects or other work completed with my current employer, feel free to reach out.
Welcome to my portfolio—where technology meets creativity, innovation drives solutions, and every project is a testament to the evolving possibilities of the digital age.
My professional journey began at The Media Lounge as a graduate Frontend Developer, fresh from university with a Digital Media degree. This role provided the foundation for my career in web development.
I worked across diverse client projects, handling both design and development of websites. Many clients required content management systems or e-commerce platforms like OpenCart, enabling them to easily manage content and product catalogs independently.
Email design and development became a key specialty, working closely with the marketing team to create campaigns that achieved their conversion goals. I designed and coded responsive email templates that performed consistently across multiple email clients.
Currently serving as the lead web developer for Off Limits, an events company specializing in hen, stag, and corporate events. What began as a frontend developer role has evolved into a comprehensive full-stack position over the past 9+ years.
I lead all frontend development initiatives and have designed several client websites. Every project is bespoke and tailored to specific requirements, with performance optimization as a core principle. Using tools like Lighthouse for SEO analysis, I consistently achieve fast loading times through strategic file minification, responsive image optimization, lazy loading, and efficient CSS architecture.
Recent innovations include developing a comprehensive WhatsApp integration system that routes customer messages from multiple business numbers into custom internal dashboards, enabling efficient sales team responses. I've also built AI-powered chat systems, experimenting with locally hosted Llama models and AWS Bedrock before optimizing with OpenAI's API for production use.
These intelligent systems handle customer interactions, automatically escalate conversations, and integrate seamlessly with our CRM systems, providing real-time analytics through custom dashboards for continuous monitoring and improvement.
My technical stack includes HTML5, SCSS, JavaScript, ReactJS, PHP, Symfony, MySQL databases, Python automation scripts, and comprehensive AWS services (S3, EC2, CloudFront, RDS). I continue to leverage Foundation for Emails for cross-client email template development.
A selection of freelance projects completed outside my primary role. While my main focus is my current employer, I occasionally take on external projects that allow me to explore different industries and challenges.
Due to confidentiality agreements, I'm unable to showcase the extensive commercial work completed for my employer, including recent AI integrations and WhatsApp communication systems.
Personal portfolio showcasing early web development work
Creative agency website with modern design and functionality
Business website with custom booking and enquiry systems
Local business website with product showcase and contact forms
Hospitality website with booking integration and gallery features
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I'm selective about freelance work due to my primary commitments, but I'm always open to discussing interesting opportunities.
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