Craig Duncan Durham, NC ad3xqo@r.postjobfree.com 919-***-****

Profile

Sr PHP/Laravel Developer with a robust track record of creating and optimizing PHP/Laravel applications and APIs. This seasoned professional leverages analytical acumen to enhance code maintainability, scalability, and performance, backed by proficiency in PHP, Laravel, MySQL, Json & Graphql API's. Possesses a passion for continuous learning and innovation, combined with an ability to mentor and onboard new developers, making for a valuable asset to any forward-thinking team. Experience

SR PHP/LARAVEL DEVELOPER, UPSCRIBE INC. — JUL 2022-PRESENT

• Successfully refactored a fractured /Laravel API application. Providing stability and a solid base to continue feature development supporting a Due.js frontend.

• Abstracted Shopify’s admin API library to simplify both Rest and GraphQL API calls and responses in a consistent manner.

• Improved code maintainability and performance optimizations e.g. N+1 queries.

• Introduce automated testing using phpunit, quickly surpassing 50% coverage,

• Conducted regular code reviews, mentored interns, and onboard new developers.

• Contributed to the regular knowledge-sharing sessions with the development team to enhance collaboration, foster a culture of continuous learning, and drive innovation in development practices. PHP/LUMEN DEVELOPER, INE INC. — JAN 2022-JUN 2022

• Developed and maintained micro services using the PHP/Lumen framework supporting AWS APIs such as Cognito.

• Upgraded company's private PHP packages and micro services from PHP 7/Lumen 5 to PHP 8/Lumen 9. FULL STACK DEVELOPER, REUNION MARKETING — JAN 2020 - DEC 2021

• Developed and maintained PHP/Laravel applications for integration with Google and Facebook APIs.

• Successfully migrated a node/keystone frontend application to/Vue.js using a Laravel API. SR PHP DEVELOPER, SECOND NATURE (FORMERLY FILTER EASY) — MAR 2017-JAN 2020

• Redesigned and maintained e-commerce platform for improved customer conversion rates

• Integrated external API's for services like Stripe, NetSuite, and Zendesk Conducted PHP/Laravel development and implemented Laravel Dusk testing.

• Leveraged expertise in PHP and Laravel to develop custom solutions tailored to Second Nature's e- commerce platform, enhancing user experience and streamlining business operations.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize key features and enhancements for the e-commerce platform, ensuring alignment with business goals and market demands for continuous growth. SR PHP DEVELOPER, CRMA — JAN 2015 - MAR 2017

• Migrated PHP/Cake/Mysql application platform to a multi-tenant platform in the cloud.

• Introduced Ruby on Rails for all new development initiatives

• Integrated with external API's

• Developed innovative solutions to enhance user experience and increase customer engagement. PHP DEVELOPER, LIVE GAMER — OCT 2014 - MAR 2015

• Developed PHP/Laravel applications for computer games industry at Live Gamer.

• Collaborated with the marketing team to develop interactive and engaging PHP solutions that enhanced user experience and drove customer engagement.

Education

University of Glasgow — B.S. Mathematics, 1992

Skills

PHP, Laravel, MySQL/MariaDB, PHPUnit, Json/GraphQL APIs, Shopify APIs, Docker, AWS, Vue.js