Future Ambitions
Dream big… then reach for those dreams!
I am a dreamer who turns dreams into a reality, constantly looking to solve problems where current solutions (if any) just aren’t awesome enough. So if you’re looking for help bringing an amazing product to market with one of the following, look no further and reach out to me today!
- Fixing our climate and environment
- Privacy focused tools
- Electric aircraft and cars
- Aviation related software
- …or something else that’s fun and challenging 😄
Expertise & Capabilities
- Taking tech product ideas from concept to delivery!
- Building scalable web applications, backend APIs, mobile apps both native & cross-platform, and simple websites.
Soft Skills
A true creative thinker, I’m often finding solutions outside-the-box, solving problems through critical thinking, with a passion for creating the best products possible. Leading and inspiring others with infectious enthusiasm.
Tech Skills
Excellent at learning any new language or tool that is best for the job. Just like tech itself, my skills are always changing and updating as I continue to expand my knowledge, skill set, and experience with a hunger to learn and improve. Here are the main technologies I’ve worked with…
Platforms and Frameworks
- Android - native apps
- Flutter - cross-platform mobile apps
- iOS - native apps
- Ktor - microservices and web apps
- Vue.js - web apps
- Symfony, Laravel, and Express - web apps
- Hugo - static website generator
Languages and Toolkits
- Kotlin (Android, Ktor, native, and multiplatform)
- Jetpack Compose (UI toolkit for Android and more)
- Flutter / Dart (Android, iOS, Web, and Desktop)
- Node.js
- PHP (Symfony, and Laravel)
- Java
Services
- MongoDB (document / nosql)
- PostgreSQL, MariaDB, MySQL (relational / sql)
- Supabase (Database/PostgreSql, Authentication, Functions)
- Firebase (Firestore, Auth, Storage, Cloud Functions, etc.)
- Algolia search platform
- Elasticsearch
Principles
- SOLID
- KISS (keep it short and simple)
- DRY (don’t repeat yourself)
DevOps and Infrastructure
- Serverless and cloud functions
- Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Kubernetes
- Continuous Integration
- Continuous Delivery
Experience
Over 18 years of experience creating products and developing awesome web applications, Android and iOS apps. Always learning and striving to make things better, I never stop learning in my endless pursuit to be a better developer and entrepreneur.
These are just some of the products and projects I have built over recent years…
GoPro Remote
2021 ⇢ Present • Founder
GoPro Remote started as a personal project to allow me to control all my GoPro cameras simply and easily whilst filming my flying adventures. So I set about creating a simple app that controls all cameras with a single tap, which has been well received amongst other GoPro users.
The app is still under development and new features are being added all the time.
Find the Android app in the Play Store
Tech Stack: Android, Jetpack Compose, Bluetooth BLE protocols
Airfield List
2021 ⇢ Present • Founder
I started Airfield List to make it easier for pilots to discover amazing new airfields to visit, whether you are hour building or looking for a new adventure, you can find an awesome airfield. Save your favourite airfields and mark existing airfields you’ve visited.
Tech Stack: Vue.js, Vuetify, Supabase Auth/Database/Functions
AirfieldHub
2021 ⇢ Present • Co-founder
Co-founder Alex and I met in 2021 through our shared passion of flying, joining forces to create a simple airfield ops management app, enabling airfields of all size to accept contactless PPR, Booking Out, and landing fee payments.
Tech Stack: Vue.js, Vuetify, Node.js, Firebase Auth/Firestore/Cloud Functions
SkyHangar
2020 ⇢ Present • Founder
I created SkyHangar for the aviation community to buy and sell aircraft, parts, and accessories. Creating a modern website and mobile apps allowing sellers to list their items for free, and buyers to setup alerts, browse and buy items.
Find the iOS app in the App Store, and the Android app in the Play Store
Tech Stack: Flutter, Node.js, Firebase Auth/Firestore/Storage/Cloud Functions
ReclaimHub
2014 ⇢ Present • Co-founder
Co-founder Tanya and I met in 2014, creating the leading lost property management solution for businesses, used worldwide by airports, hotels, theme parks, public transport companies, pubs & bars, to name a few.
Tech Stack: Flutter, Ktor, Symfony/PHP, MongoDB, GCP, Kubernetes
i6 Group • leading digital fuel management platform
2014 ⇢ Present • Lead Software Engineer
After meeting the co-founders of i6 in 2014, I took their raw idea and delivered a proof-of-concept project for realtime paperless aircraft refuelling, and fuel management software. Impressing so much I became the first employee at i6, driving the software development and architecting the SaaS product which has become the world’s leading digital fuel management platform, used by airlines and airports worldwide.
Tech Stack: Android, Node.js, Symfony/PHP, MongoDB, GCP, Kubernetes