Danny
Pellatt,
Developer
I build accessible and engaging digital platforms that delight users and drive business growth.
About Me.
Latest Adventures in Coding
In recent years, I’ve been lucky enough to work with some amazing people (and one very cute dog) on diverse projects. Part developer, part product manager, I’ve used my business and coding expertise to help companies create successful solutions. Scroll right to see my whole story. -❯
From Rocks to Rock 'n' Roll
Growing up in the south of England, I was the first in my family to attend college. While studying, I discovered a love for software through analyzing geophysical data. Although I graduated in 2014 with a BS in Geology, my path took an unexpected turn shortly after when I was signed as a singer-songwriter, allowing me to play music around the world.
The Accidental Developer
After a few years writing and performing, I returned to England and started my own music business, which led me to learn just enough HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to build my own website. This hands-on experience sparked a new passion for web development, and I began helping friends and family with their web projects.
Stars, Stripes, and Syntax
In 2021, I got my green card and moved to the US, ready for a new career. I realized that the creativity, perseverance, and continuous learning that fueled my love of music were the same qualities needed in software development. This insight motivated me to dive deeper into coding.
A Coding Makeover
Determined to transition into tech, I immersed myself in online courses and attended a bootcamp. Here, I mastered ASP.NET Core, C#, SQL, Git, OOP, TDD, debugging, and web development. It was a challenging but rewarding journey, building a solid foundation for my new career.
It's Official Mum, I'm a Developer!
After bootcamp, I quickly landed a job as a .NET full-stack developer. My education didn't stop there — I pursued certifications in React, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, and more. This commitment to continuous learning keeps me adaptable and ready for new challenges, and allows me to create impactful software solutions.
Full stack Software Developer & Product Manager with extensive experience designing, planning, developing, and launching software. I've had the privilege of working on some amazing products, at various veterinary companies, a software startup, a financial trust company, and more. Over the years, I've used many different tools and techniques, some of the most memorable include:
- Programming Languages: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, C#, Python, SQL, JSON, XML, Python
- Frameworks and Libraries: React, Next.js, .NET, jQuery, Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, Angular, Entity Framework, Dapper, Blazor/Mudblazor, Vue.js
- Databases and APIs: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, SQLite, MongoDB, RESTful APIs, Postman, SOAP, AirTable, GraphQL, Swagger/OpenAPI
- Development Tools and Environments: Visual Studio Code, Visual Studio, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Netlify, GitHub Pages, npm/yarn, Webpack, Babel, Jenkins
- Testing and Debugging: Unit testing (with NUnit, Jest), Integration testing, Debugging tools (Chrome DevTools, Visual Studio Debugger)
- Agile and Scrum: Agile methodologies, Scrum framework, Sprint planning, User stories and backlog management, Daily stand-ups
- Project Management Tools: JIRA, Trello, Notion, Asana
- Documentation and Reporting: Technical documentation, User manuals, Status reports, Requirement specifications
- Product Lifecycle Management: Requirements gathering, Stakeholder management, Risk management, Time management, Quality assurance, Milestone tracking
- Product Management Experience: Market research, Competitive analysis, Product roadmap development, MVP definition, Customer interviews & feedback analysis, Feature prioritization, Cross-functional team collaboration, public speaking
- UI/UX Design Principles: User-centered design, Interaction design, Visual design, Accessibility standards (WCAG)
- Design Tools: Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, Canva
- Prototyping and Wireframing: Wireframe creation, User testing and feedback
- Responsive Design: Mobile-first design, Cross-browser compatibility, Media queries, Fluid grids
- Front-End Development: Component-based architecture, State management (Redux, Context API)
On a more personal note, my passions include:
- Learning - Isn't everything fascinating!? In 2021 I won a tv quiz show due to a penchant for (previously) useless general knowledge.
- Music - I play 7 instruments and love to write songs.
- Nature & Travel - I've visited 12 US national parks, 42 states and over 30 countries.
- Food & Cooking - I promise not all English food is terrible... just most of it.
- Dogs - All dogs. Small dog? Lovely. Big Dog? Amazing. Just let me pet them. I have a very loving German Shorthaired Pointer called Banjo.
Enterprise Practice Report
A subscription-based online database of major players in the pet health industry.
I led the transformation of the Enterprise Practice Report into a dynamic, subscription-based online database. By migrating to advanced software, establishing data integrity protocols, and redesigning the user interface, I created a seamless user experience. Utilizing web-scraping and AI, I automated data collection and enrichment, ensuring accurate information. This project resulted in a profitable resource with over 50,000 subscribers, providing enhanced industry insights.
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Website made by me. Designed in Figma & Canva. Coded using TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS in Visual Studio Code. Built with React, Next.js and Tailwind CSS. Launched using Vercel.