Hello! I’m Dana. I'm an UX/UI designer with development skills. I spent eleven years in Miami, ten years in Seattle, and before that, I traveled the world.
I take pride in the exceptional work I have accomplished, and my portfolio serves as a testament to my skills. My obsessive-compulsive disorder has played a significant role in enhancing the quality of my visual design work. I have dedicated myself to extensive reading on usability and user experience, which has greatly contributed to my expertise. With over 17 years of experience in the field, I am confident in my abilities.
My professional journey began in 2009 when I transitioned from a hobbyist to a professional designer and web developer. My expertise encompasses logotype design, user experience (UX) design, user interface (UI) design, and application design for iOS, Android, and desktop platforms. I embarked on my freelance career in 2014.
Although Google Android did not incorporate Google Material into its applications, I was hired as a contractor in 2016 and was one of the pioneers to design an Android application utilizing Google Material in accordance with the official alpha design guideline. The design I created over eight years ago remains relevant and current.
I specialize in front-end development, proficient in languages such as HTML, SASS, PHP, JavaScript, React, Python, and WordPress theming. I also have experience in other engines like Shopify. Additionally, I’ve created a few web browser extensions.
I primarily use AWS, DigitalOcean, and Netlify, all managed through the command line. Additionally, I’ve become familiar with an online cPanel-style hosting site.
In 2015, I co-founded the startup “Aurous” and was responsible for designing and front-end development. Prior to its launch, the website garnered significant attention for its aesthetically pleasing design. Notably, it remains one of my most accomplished design projects. However, just two days after its public launch, we received a cease and desist letter and were subsequently sued for $3 million by RIAA, Sony, and other entities interested in the content
During my tenure as a tutor from 2014 to 2017, I worked with my friend Michael, who lacked prior computer knowledge. Despite this, he demonstrated exceptional motivation and utilized a limited 9-inch Windows netbook for his studies. After three years of dedicated tutoring, Michael transitioned into freelance work as a web designer and developer. His remarkable progress led him to replace his old netbook with a MacBook Pro for his professional endeavors. I have documented my experiences and insights in a blog post titled “Blog Article”.
You can view my work on Dribbble. My new website is currently in a state of development.