Gerard Egan Email & Phone Number

I am a passionate full stack developer with 3 years of experience in building scalable web and mobile applications across diverse industries, including e-commerce, SaaS, and educational portals. My expertise spans technologies such as PHP, Laravel, Filament, React, React Native, and Expo, allowing me to deliver robust solutions for complex projects while keeping simplicity and user experience at the forefront.One of my key achievements includes developing a web application for a prestigious UK university , where I collaborated with stakeholders to create a high-quality product tailored to their needs. Before moving into software development, I worked as a secondary mathematics teacher, leading Key Stage 5 teaching and helping students achieve excellent progress.I am passionate about solving complex problems and building products that make a real impact by focusing on clarity and simplicity. Currently, I am looking to transition into more senior or leadership roles where I can leverage my technical expertise and team-oriented approach to drive innovation and growth.Outside of development, I am a keen sports enthusiast, a primary school governor, and enjoy the strategic challenges of playing chess.

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  Full Stack Developer

  Scorchsoft Ltd

  Aug 2023 - Present - Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

  As a Full Stack Developer, I specialise in building both web and mobile applications using a range of modern technologies. My role involves working across the full development lifecycle, from planning and architecture to deployment and maintenance. I have extensive experience in:Backend Development: Using PHP and Laravel to build scalable, high-performance backends, I create RESTful APIs and manage databases to ensure smooth data handling and integration with front-end systems.Front-end Development: Utilising React and React Native to develop dynamic, user-friendly interfaces for web and mobile applications. I leverage modern JavaScript libraries to create responsive and efficient user experiences.Mobile App Development: Building cross-platform mobile applications using React Native and Expo, delivering seamless user experiences across both iOS and Android.Admin Panels: Leveraging Filament to create custom, intuitive admin interfaces for managing applications, ensuring clients have easy control over their products.Key responsibilities include:Developing and deploying full-featured web applications and mobile apps for various clients.Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.Continuously optimising code and implementing best practices to enhance performance and security.Ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality applications that meet client requirements.