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My name is Richard Chappell and I am a freelance web developer based in the UK

I am a developer of a wide variety of web applications for clients in the private, public and non-profit sectors. Skilled in the development of client and server web applications, I have worked on a contractor or freelance basis since 2004.

During this time I have mentored junior developers whilst overseeing amazing web applications that are sleek, intuitive and engaging. Web applications that turn users into evangelists and generate consistent and measurable benefits for businesses.

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  • I am a certified developer

    I am a certified ColdFusion developer at advanced level and have been a JavaScript developer for several years.

  • I have a wealth of experience

    Working with organisations large and small since 2004, I have accrued a considerable depth of experience.

  • I can meet your needs

    I'm happy working as part of a development team, or on my own. Either on-site, or working remotely.

Areas Of Expertise

Having been a freelance webs developer since 2003, I have accrued a fantastic depth of knowledge in the best practices of modern web development. During this time, I have focussed my expertise within the following areas.

JavaScript Development

I am fully versed in modern JavaScript techniques and best practices, design patterns, libraries and frameworks.

JavaScript Development
  • Vanilla JavaScript
  • Object Oriented JavaScript
  • Ajax
  • jQuery & Backbone
ColdFusion Development

I excel at ColdFusion and have been a CF develper since 2003, gaining "Advanced ColdFusion Developer" certification staus in 2004.

ColdFusion Development

I have a huge knowledge and wealth of experience in ColdFusion, including:

  • Adobe ColdFusion
  • Railo & Lucee
  • ColdBox & Fusebox
Responsive Front End Development

I have built many responsive websites using the latest technologies, including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript and BootStrap.

Responsive Front End Development

I am proficient in the use of the latest front-end web development technologies, such as HTML5, CSS3, SASS, LESS and BootStrap.

Database & SQL Development

I am fully versed in the best practices of design and development of the enterprise database systems from the major vendors.

Database & SQL Development

I have excellent SQL development skills and have thorough working knowledge of:

  • MySQL
  • MSSQL
  • Oracle & PL/SQL
Code Repository Management

I have worked with the most common code repoitory management systems and have a good working knowledge of SVN and GIT.

Code Repository Management

Working as part of distributed development teams has given me a thorough understanding and working experience of the two most popular code repository management systems: SNV and GIT

Agile Web Development

I have been key player within many Agile web development teams, working both on-site and remotely.

Agile Web Development

I am happy to work as part of a development team, either on-site or remotely, and have accrued a good working knowledge of the Scrum and Agile workflow. I have commercial experience of working with Jira and Rally.

My Skills And Experience

Grouped into three sections below are highleghted a range of the skills that I have developed since my career as a freelance web developer

Stunning Recent Projects

I have been fortunate enough to have been selected to work on projects for companies and organisations of all sizes, from small family-run businesses to FTSE 100 companies and global organisations. Below is a selection of the firms that I have provided freelance web development services for.

International Baccalaureate

ColdFusion Application

Berkeley Group plc

ColdFusion & JavaScript Application

Relayware

ColdFusion Application

Hamper Gifts

ColdFusion & Bootstrap Application

EA Dynamics UK

ColdFusion Application

Shop4Parts

ColdFusion & Bootstrap Application

British Geological Survey

ColdFusion Application

JS Bitesize

JavaScript Development

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