Kia Ora! 👋 My name is Daniel. I am a full stack software engineer with a passion for technology and building things with code and my hands. I started my journey as a technical writer in Singapore for a GPS company, then returned to Australia as an account manager of a software development company.
After working for a number of companies both locally and overseas, I wanted more time with my family, so I started and ran a successful service business for 10 years in Auckland with my wife.
I have continued to take every opportunity to keep up with the state of development and code during this time. The fulfilment I get from problem solving with code and seeing tangible results is something I have not found anywhere else. It became clear that software development and building things was where I wanted to be and where I felt I contributed the most.
My core skills and passions are specifically Javascript/Typescript with a focus on React, and Next.js. I also really enjoy playing with Python and Node.js.
I recently decided to make the switch to software engineering as a full time job, and attended a software development course to be confident there were no gaps in my knowledge. I was one of the strongest technically, and used my prior knowledge to help others while also improving and solidifying my own knowledge and public speaking. I sincerely love learning new things, collaborating as part of a team and challenging myself.
What sets me apart other than my technical ability, is my genuine care, honesty and proactiveness. I have the ability to look at challenges as opportunities, and love opportunities to challenge myself and continue to improve both personally and professionally.
I am fortunate enough to be working with an extremely talented team at xero.com
Tech Experience
Javascript (ES6)
Node.js and Express.js
React and Redux
HTML5 and CSS3
Firebase, AWS and Heroku deployment
MySQL, MongoDB and Knex.js
REST APIs and GraphQL
Git and Github
TDD with Jest and React Testing Library
Docker
Bash / Zsh
Agile principles and pair programming
Currently learning
Typescript
Next.js
Python
AWS
Interested to learn more, download my CV.
Take a look at some of my recent projects.