Joseph Eccles

PHP Web Developer responsible for building and modifying websites using the Terminal Four CMS.

Created PHP coding standards for the web team following the PSR-1 and PSR-2 guidelines.

Bug fixing and adding new features to existing client websites.

Implementing website search functionality for clients using PolySpot search platform.

Training international clients on how to use new features added to their websites.

Web Developer responsible for production and deployment of all web development projects for Designworks.

Working with the project manager and clients to define project requirements and expectations.

Creating websites built upon WordPress and PrestaShop which work cross browser and responsively on mobile and tablet devices.

Developing using the Laravel PHP Framework and MySQL.

Managing client’s website hosting, email, DNS, SSL.

Overseeing WordPress training sessions with clients to teach them how to manage their website content.

Senior member of the software development team responsible for building the Tesco Health and Wellbeing website using Agile development with fortnightly release cycles.

Maintaining a legacy codebase using ColdFusion 9 and SQL Server 2005 for Tesco Diets and white-label sites. Troubleshooting errors found in the server logs.

Working with fellow developers to create social media blogs and forums for Tesco Diets members.

Developed API call management software for the Mzinga Social platform.

Responsible for researching the implementation of Mercurial Source control and deciding on a workflow to best suit the needs of the software team.

Mentoring junior members of the development team.

Member of the Webfactory development team. Main duties included enhancing front-end of websites, editing content and providing support for CMS. Working with clients via telephone, email and ticketing system.

Creating accessible and valid HTML/CSS website templates which work cross browser.

Assisting in training sessions for clients learning to use the Roxen Content Management System.

Working on location in The Irish Times assisting implementation of CSS for site redesign.