Hi I'm Michael Bashford.
With 2 years of experience crafting responsive, user-friendly web applications. I specialize in automating processes, optimizing user interfaces, and leveraging data-driven strategies to boost user engagement and streamline workflows. My track record includes increasing user engagement by 25%, reducing system downtime by 20%, and saving clients over 100 hours weekly through innovative solutions.
Skills
Frontend Development
Building beautiful and responsive user interfaces that people love to use.
Vue.js
A progressive JavaScript framework for building user interfaces
React
A library for building interactive user interfaces
Tailwind CSS
A utility-first CSS framework for rapid UI development
HTML & CSS
The building blocks of web design and layout
Programming Languages
The languages I use to bring ideas to life through code.
TypeScript
A typed version of JavaScript for more reliable code
JavaScript
The language of the web, powering interactive features
Python
A versatile language for data analysis and automation
C#
A powerful language for building robust applications
Tools & Infrastructure
The tools and platforms that help me deliver high-quality software.
PostgreSQL
A powerful database for storing and managing data
Docker
Containerization tool for consistent development environments
GitHub Actions
A CI/CD platform for automating software workflows and deployments
Figma
Design tool for creating beautiful user interfaces
My Professional Journey
Play Dough
May 2024 - PresentFull Stack Engineer
Led the development of a modern e-commerce platform that revolutionized Play Dough's online presence and business operations.
Key Skills & Technologies
SSR E-commerce Platform & Lighthouse Optimization
Built a full-stack e-commerce platform with Astro and Vue 3, achieving a 98 Lighthouse score through server-side rendering (SSR).
Ensured top-tier performance, accessibility, and SEO for all users.
Appwrite Integration for Backend Efficiency
Cut backend development time by 40% by consolidating authentication, database, and storage services into Appwrite.
Accelerated feature delivery and reduced technical debt.
Dynamic Product Catalog & Real-Time Inventory
Engineered a dynamic product catalog with advanced filtering and real-time inventory, reducing user search time to less than 3 clicks.
Enhanced user experience and increased product discoverability.
Secure Product Reviews with Appwrite Permissions
Secured the product review system with mandatory user authentication and granular Appwrite permissions, guaranteeing 100% data integrity.
Eliminated fraudulent reviews and protected user data.
Staff Dashboard for Menu Management
Decreased menu update time by 90% with a staff-only dashboard for product CRUD and image uploads, secured via Appwrite Teams.
Enabled rapid, secure menu changes by non-technical staff.
Personalization Engine for Returning Visitors
Fostered engagement for returning visitors by implementing a personalization engine featuring a "favorites" system and tailored product recommendations.
Increased repeat visits and user satisfaction.
Reusable Vue 3 Component Library & Type Safety
Improved code maintainability with a library of 15+ reusable Vue 3 components, enforced by 100% TypeScript safety and a conventional commit Git workflow.
Reduced bugs, improved scalability, and streamlined team collaboration.
LEAP Legal Software
Aug 2022 - Jan 2024Frontend Developer
Engineered automated legal document generation solutions that significantly streamlined workflows and improved efficiency for legal professionals.
Key Skills & Technologies
Document Automation System
Developed JavaScript-based automation tools for MS Word legal document generation, implementing custom templates and dynamic content insertion.
Saved clients 100+ hours weekly in document preparation time
Data Quality Enhancement
Built comprehensive JavaScript tools for data validation and cleansing, ensuring accuracy in legal document generation and reducing potential errors.
Reduced legal errors by 10% through improved data quality
UI Component Development
Designed and implemented 500+ custom layouts using Bootstrap and Angular, creating intuitive interfaces for legal document management.
Improved client data clarity and user experience
Process Optimization
Authored comprehensive report generation guide and implemented standardized workflows for document creation and review.
Decreased QA bugs by 50% and enhanced team efficiency
Team Training & Support
Led training sessions for 30+ team members on product specifications and best practices, while improving technical support processes.
Boosted team productivity by 5% and reduced rework by 5%
System Improvements
Enhanced CMS functionality through strategic bug fixes and feature improvements, focusing on system stability and performance.
Increased productivity by 10% and reduced system downtime by 10%
Projects
Play Dough
Small Business servicing the San Antonio, Texas area with Catering and Baked Goods
Technologies:
Role:
Sole Developer - Full Stack Development
Maker of Magic Studios
A mock up website for a small web development studio
Technologies:
Role:
Full Stack Development
NuxtStore E-commerce Template
A modern Nuxt 3 e-commerce template featuring category browsing, responsive design, and a clean UI. Built to showcase best practices in Nuxt, Vue, and TailwindCSS for online stores.
Technologies:
Role:
Full Stack Development