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Youssef Akouz

Youssef Akouz

Rockford,IL
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Summary

Hey, I'm Youssef. Consummate WordPress Developer with extensive knowledge and professional background in building WordPress CMS websites using de-facto standard plugins. Over 7 years of programming, CSS and Javascript experience. Talented with inbuilt WordPress functions, creating custom post types and developing widgets to conform with Wordpress coding standards.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

WordPress Developer

Freelance
01.2023 - Current
  • Optimized WordPress sites for performance, reducing page load times by 50%
  • Developed, maintained, and shipped production code for client websites primarily using HTML, CSS, Sass, JavaScript, and jQuery
  • Performed quality assurance tests on various sites to ensure cross browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness
  • Developed and implemented a secure login system to protect user data and prevent unauthorized access.

Pega System Architect

Pyramid Consulting
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Completed assignments using Java and Pega Fundamentals, including object-oriented programming concepts of classes, inheritance, polymorphism, encapsulation, and abstraction
  • Built several individual projects using Pega Data, User Interface, and Business Logic concepts, including UI design, application debugging, automation, SQL CRUD, validation, and routing and defining timelines
  • Learned about Pega Data Management & Reports, including report design, SOAP/REST web services, integration, key Pega processes for reading and writing data from files, application administration, and data pages.

WordPress Developer

EDSOLUTIONS
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Developed and maintained custom APIs to integrate WordPress with third-party systems, automating data exchange and saving hundreds of hours of manual effort
  • Optimized WordPress sites for performance, reducing page load times by 60%
  • Developed and implemented custom themes that enhanced the user experience, resulting in a 45% increase in user engagement.

Web Developer

WEBYSIT
02.2021 - 09.2021
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify customer requirements and develop technical solutions
  • Created an interactive web application using HTMLX, CSSX, and JavaScript that improved user experience by 35%.

Education

Associate Degree in Law in French Language -

University HASSAN II

Diploma in Computerized Management -

Free Institute of Computer and Business Studies

Skills

  • Git
  • APIs
  • XML
  • Bootstrap
  • REST
  • Agile
  • Web Services
  • MVC
  • Nodejs
  • User Interface (UI)
  • GitHub
  • AWS
  • React
  • AJAX
  • Angular
  • Software Development
  • Web Development
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • Unit Testing
  • JSON
  • WordPress
  • PHP
  • HTML5
  • CSS
  • Pegasystems
  • Technical Documentation Development
  • Javascript
  • Code Review
  • HTML
  • UI Development
  • Back-End and Database Skills
  • Front-End Programming: HTML5, CSS3, AJAX
  • Responsive Design
  • Scripting Languages: PHP, Python, Javascript
  • Responsive Web Design
  • Web Analytics Tools
  • Agile Software Development
  • Wordpress
  • Website Maintenance
  • Digital Media Management
  • Database Administration
  • Database Development
  • Databases
  • Video File Editing
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Website Optimization
  • Web Technologies: AngularJS, Jquery, Bootstrap
  • Software Best Practices
  • Ecommerce Integration
  • Amazon Web Services

Personal Information

Title: Software Developer

Languages

English
Full Professional
Arabic
Full Professional
French
Professional Working
Tamazight
Native or Bilingual

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

WordPress Developer - Freelance
01.2023 - Current
Pega System Architect - Pyramid Consulting
08.2022 - 12.2022
WordPress Developer - EDSOLUTIONS
10.2021 - 06.2022
Web Developer - WEBYSIT
02.2021 - 09.2021
University HASSAN II - Associate Degree in Law in French Language,
Free Institute of Computer and Business Studies - Diploma in Computerized Management,
Youssef Akouz