Divan Farmer

Dynamic and dedicated web developer with a higher certificate in software engineering and information systems (web development). I have a proven track record in web development. I am passionate about creating and enhancing websites, with extensive experience in maintenance, development, and troubleshooting across various platforms. Possessing strong communication and management skills, excelling in collaborative environments, and thriving on challenges.

Senior Web Developer at Spirit Invest (2024-12 – Present)

• Developed and maintained high-performance WordPress websites and web applications, building custom themes, plugins, and scalable functionality tailored to client requirements.
• Built bespoke solutions using PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, LESS, and Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), focusing on clean architecture, maintainability, and long-term scalability.
• Designed and implemented custom post types, taxonomies, shortcodes, and complex backend logic to support dynamic and flexible content structures.
• Translated UI/UX designs into responsive, pixel-perfect front-end implementations, collaborating closely with designers and project managers to ensure high-quality user experiences.
• Led the end-to-end development and maintenance of 25+ WordPress websites, ensuring stability, performance, and scalability across multiple environments.
• Developed advanced features including custom business logic, financial calculators, and dynamic workflows, tailored to complex client requirements.
• Implemented advanced forms and automation workflows using tools such as Gravity Forms, including conditional logic, calculations, validation, and integrations.
• Integrated a wide range of third-party services and APIs, including payment gateways, CRM systems, analytics platforms, marketing tools, email services (SMTP), and RSS feeds.
• Optimised websites for performance, SEO, and security, implementing caching strategies, image optimisation, best-practice hosting configurations, and regular maintenance updates.
• Troubleshot and resolved PHP, JavaScript, and plugin conflicts, including critical production issues, improving overall site reliability and stability.
• Managed deployments, updates, and bug fixes across development, staging, and production environments while ensuring minimal downtime.
• Collaborated with marketing, content, and compliance teams to deliver accurate, compliant, and brand-aligned digital experiences, particularly within financial services environments.
• Provided ongoing support, enhancements, and technical improvements for live client websites to ensure long-term performance and user satisfaction.

Intermediate Web Developer at Milk Is Good (2021-03 – 2024-11)

Worked across Shopify, WordPress, Webflow, Drupal, and Laravel, building new websites and maintaining existing ones with a focus on performance, security, and usability.

• Performed ongoing maintenance including updating plugins, modules, and apps, fixing bugs, and improving site speed and stability.
• Built and customised Shopify stores using Liquid, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Modified and developed themes to meet specific business and design requirements.
• Set up and managed products, collections, tags, and overall catalogue structure.
• Integrated and configured apps for payments, subscriptions, shipping, and marketing.
• Optimised user journeys, focusing on conversion, performance, and mobile responsiveness.
• Managed store setup including payments, shipping rules, and tax configurations.
• Integrated third-party tools and services using APIs and webhooks where required.
• Developed custom WordPress websites using PHP, ACF, and modern frontend technologies.
• Built and customised themes and plugins to support dynamic content and business needs.
• Used WPBakery and Elementor extensively for flexible content management.
• Implemented custom post types, fields, and backend structures for easy client use.
• Improved SEO, performance, and overall site health across multiple projects.
• Built responsive, design-focused websites using Webflow.
• Translated Figma and Adobe XD designs into clean, interactive, and polished frontends.
• Focused on UI/UX quality, responsiveness, and smooth user interactions.
• Developed web applications using Laravel, working with MVC architecture, APIs, authentication, and database design.
• Integrated third-party services and built scalable, maintainable systems.
• Strong understanding of client-server architecture and full-stack development.
• Managed hosting environments including KonsoleH and Afrihost (domains, email, databases).
• Worked with control panels such as cPanel, Plesk, and DirectAdmin.
• Deployed and managed applications on AWS and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Worked closely with designers to translate Figma/Adobe XD designs into functional websites.
• Balanced design and technical constraints to deliver practical, high-quality solutions.
• Comfortable working on existing/legacy codebases and improving them without disruption.
• Led development projects, including planning, estimation, and delivery.
• Prepared project quotes and timelines for client and internal use.
• Mentored and supported junior developers through code reviews and guidance.
• Structured and delegated tasks to ensure efficient and timely project completion.
• Strong focus on writing clean, maintainable, and scalable code.
• Experienced in troubleshooting and resolving issues under pressure.
• Focused on building websites that not only look good but also perform well and are easy for clients to manage.

Junior Web Developer at Ramsay Media (2019-07 – 2021-02)

• Designed and implemented a dynamic voting system using HTML, Bootstrap, PHP, and SQL, enhancing user engagement and interaction.
• Collaborated with design teams on layout brainstorming and utilised Photoshop for photo editing to align with project designs.
• Demonstrated strong teamwork and communication skills, effectively contributing to both individual and team projects.

Web Developer Intern at Ramsay Media (2018-07 – 2019-07)

• Designed and developed a fully functional CRUD web application using HTML, MySQL, and PHP and ensured browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness.
• Assisted in the design and build of the RamsayMedia Intranet, performing tasks such as layout design, HTML/CSS implementation, and browser testing.
• Acquired proficiency in front-end technologies like jQuery and React and gained exposure to WordPress and Dreamweaver.

Higher Certificate in Information Systems (Web Development) – Eduvos (2023-12)

Higher Certificate in Software Engineering – CTI Education Group (2017-12)