Byron Labuschagne

I am a passionate frontend developer with a strong interest in web
development and technological innovation. I enjoy solving real-world
customer problems and have a business-oriented mindset. I am seeking a
junior frontend developer role where I can contribute to the success of the
organization through collaborative tasks. I am eager to gain experience with
the latest frontend technologies and design principles. I am a dedicated
learner and stay updated with the latest trends in frontend development
through online courses on platforms like Udemy.

Byron Labuschagne Junior Frontend Developer with Proficiency in Prototyping and Web Development

As a junior frontend developer with a strong foundation in web development and prototyping, I am dedicated to crafting engaging and user-friendly digital experiences. My experience in both development and prototyping allows me to contribute effectively to a range of projects.

Key Skills: HTML5 | CSS3 | Bootstrap | Vue.js | Prototyping

Work History:

TEFL L5 Teacher iTalki | Sep 2020 - Current

• Demonstrated leadership in creating impactful lesson plans, and enhancing students' English proficiency.
• Utilized creative and engaging teaching methods, ensuring optimal student engagement and comprehension.
• Provided constructive feedback, enabling students to enhance their English skills.
• Developed interactive worksheets and activities, showcasing my resource creation abilities.
• Exhibited exceptional time management skills in a fast-paced teaching environment.

UI/UX + Web Development Neighbiz | Jul 2019 - Aug 2020

• Specialized in UX/UI design for web and mobile applications.
• Proficiently utilized Flinto for prototyping, Sketch, and Figma for UI/UX design, and Bootstrap for web development.
• Contributed to Vue.js and Bootstrap Vue for dynamic web development.
• Played a role in IT support and creative meetings, displaying adaptability and problem-solving.

Web Design Netwise Multi-Media | Dec 2017 - May 2018

• Designed, developed, and maintained client websites using WordPress and Joomla.
• Created promotional images using Photoshop and implemented CSS3 for styling.
• Advised clients on effective design and marketing campaigns.
• Managed databases and emails and conducted social media marketing.

Core Attributes: Adaptability | Creativity | Web Development | Prototyping

Languages: English (Native), Afrikaans (Basic)

As a junior frontend developer, I am dedicated to delivering seamless web solutions that prioritize user experience. My proficiency in prototyping and web development, coupled with my commitment to adaptability and creativity, allows me to contribute effectively to dynamic teams.

TEFL Level 5 I-to-i Academy | Jan 2021 - Jun 2021

• Completed a comprehensive 180-hour TEFL Level 5 course, gaining proficiency in Teaching English as a Foreign Language.
• Specialized further with a 60-hour Business English course, enhancing communication and teaching skills for professional contexts.
• Successfully finished a 60-hour One-To-One and Online course, acquiring skills to engage and educate students in personalized and virtual settings.

Full-Stack Web Development Bootcamp Hyperion Development | Feb 2023 - July 2023

• Successfully completed an intensive Full-Stack Web Development Bootcamp, honing a diverse range of development skills.
• Developed problem-solving abilities and created JavaScript programs for various applications.
• Gained proficiency in working with variables, control structures, and operators in JavaScript.
• Explored manipulation of arrays, maps, and 2D arrays, expanding understanding of data structures.
• Applied JavaScript functions for effective code organization and manipulation of text-based data.
• Developed a strong foundation in object-oriented programming principles.
• Created and structured HTML content, further enhancing web development capabilities.
• Proficiently styled web content using CSS and gained familiarity with the Bootstrap framework for efficient styling.
• Advanced understanding of JavaScript through in-depth coverage of more complex concepts.
• Mastered asynchronous programming using promises and the async/await approach.
• Applied theory through capstone projects, showcasing practical application of newly acquired skills.

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