Michael Di Dia

Front End Developer & Full Stack Engineer

hellomichael@didia.dev

About

Highly collaborative and results-oriented developer with a strong track record of adapting to new frameworks and technologies. Committed to flexibility, innovation, and a team-oriented approach to delivering dynamic web solutions through the use of high-quality, reusable code. Thrives on the challenge of creating a more inclusive web experience for all users and consistently anticipates future trends with a mobile-first strategy in frontend development. By implementing a forward-thinking design approach, I have successfully contributed to an increased user satisfaction and engagement rate of 10%, ensuring seamless access to career websites across all platforms. Let's connect and drive positive change together!

Work Experience

Web Developer | Front End Software Engineer

PageUp

2022 - Present

Achievements:

Spearheading the development of custom frontend recruitment websites within the company's CRM system, tailoring each page to meet the specific needs and requests of individual clients.
Contributing significantly to increased production and client satisfaction levels for the entire US market, through the delivery of high-quality, custom web solutions. Overall client satisfaction rating has risen to above 95% across all US markets.
Leveraging the cross-functionality of both our CRM and ATS systems to streamline workflow processes and enhance overall efficiency in project deliverables.
Implementing a mobile-first design approach to ensure seamless access and full functionality of the career website from both desktop machines and mobile devices. This approach has led to increased user engagement and satisfaction across various devices, contributing to a more inclusive and accessible job search process.

Technologies used:

HTML5
CSS3
JavaScript
jQuery
Bootstrap
Mobile-First
Responsive Design
Accessibility Standards
Prototyping
Wireframes
UX Development
UI Design

Web Developer | Front End Software Engineer

Clinch

2022 - Present

Achievements:

Innovating within the team by creating and implementing new systems, strategies, and best practices, leading to an optimized workflow and improved project outcomes.
Proficiently utilizing a diverse skill set in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and Bootstrap to craft visually appealing and highly functional web interfaces.
Demonstrating a deep understanding and adherence to industry standards, including WCAG and W3C accessibility guidelines, to ensure inclusive and accessible web experiences for all users.
Contributing significantly to increased production and client satisfaction levels for the entire US market, through the delivery of high-quality, custom web solutions. Client satisfaction rating improved to a high of 97% across all US markets.

Technologies used:

HTML5
CSS3
JavaScript
jQuery
Bootstrap
Mobile-First
Responsive Design
Accessibility Standards
Prototyping
Wireframes
UX Development
UI Design

Full Stack Developer | Software Engineer

Gravity LendingFinTech (Contract)

2021 - 2022

Achievements:

Developed integrations using jQuery, DOM manipulation, JavaScript, to consume JSON and RESTful API calls. Implemented corresponding responsive and visually appealing front end layouts for presenting all data. Accomplished these tasks within a dynamic start-up environment, collaborating closely with marketing and stakeholders to transform custom wireframes into functional web interfaces.
Enhanced the UI and UX of existing React applications by implementing improvements using HTML, PHP, CSS, and leveraging the capabilities of jQuery and Bootstrap libraries.
Worked closely with the Back End team to integrate SQL, JSON, and API data using the custom components and libraries. Increased application component functionality by 35% on average across internal team operations.
Collaborated with marketing and design departments to suggest appropriate functionality for real world edge cases and potential problems when a particular application or microservice is deployed, ensuring maximum usability for the end user.

Technologies used:

HTML5
CSS3
JavaScript
jQuery
Bootstrap
PHP
JSON
REST API
Node.js
SQL
Wireframes
UX Development
UI Design

Front End Developer | Software Engineer

Something Kitschy

2018 - 2021

Achievements:

Oversee front end web applications relating to client access, content, and eCommerce solutions while incorporating modern SEO techniques.
Developed award-winning template pages and UI through the use of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and Bootstrap libraries. This included additional custom background styling, flex containers, positioning, text, border, margin, padding and table elements.
Increased positive online presence and reputation 150% YOY, and generated increased sales and company performance each quarter through engaging advertising and social campaigns.

Technologies used:

HTML5
CSS3
JavaScript
jQuery
Bootstrap
eCommerce
Adobe Creative Suite
Wireframes
UX Development
UI Design

Skills & Tools

Web Development:

HTML
HTML5
CSS
CSS3
JavaScript (ES6)
React
Redux
DOM Manipulation
AJAX
Bootstrap
Material UI
Tailwind
CSS Flexbox
CSS Grid Layout
Sass (SCSS)
Responsive Web Design
API Integration
CRUD Operations
Google Apps Script
Electron

Design and UI / UX:

UI Design
UX Development
WCAG and W3C Accesibility
Prototyping
Wireframing
Figma
Adobe XD
Lucidchart
Draw.io
Adobe Creative Suite
Photoshop
Illustrator
Lightroom

Management and Collaboration:

CRM Software
Content Management Systems (CMS)
Git
GitHub
Node.js
NPM
SQL
MongoDB
Flask
Rest API
Visual Studio Code
Postman
Jira
Salesforce
Slack
Zendesk

Application Software:

Visual Studio Code
WebStorm
PjpStorm
VMWare
Postman
Jira
Slack
Mac
PC

Education

Bachelor of Arts Program

Web Design & New Media

Academy of Art University
Full Stack Certification - Web Development

Upskill & Continuing Education

DevCamp

Awards

CEO Award & 3x Nominee

PageUp CEO Award - PageUp Global
Best Of - The Knot.com 2020, 2021

The Knot Worldwide

Interests

All Things Tech
Gadgets
Hockey
Music Production
International Travel
Road Trips
All of the Animals