Kevin LAU

Full-stack Developer skilled with PHP, Javascript and Linux

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I worked as a Web Developer for 12 years. I develop web applications with PHP, MySQL, Javascript, HTML5 and CSS3. I also have hands-on experience on Linux Server, Javascript Frameworks and Mobile App Frameworks.


Work Experiences

Senior Backend Developer

Drewberry | May 2022 - Present

Drewberry provides financial advice services to individuals and businesses throughout the UK on a wide range of topics from protecting ones personal finances or managing their wealth to setting up Employee Benefits for large UK companies.

  • Develop back end functionality using good coding practices, and well architected code.
  • Maintain and expand customer portal and main site.
  • the first point of contact to all back end related enquiries.

Freelance Full-stack Developer

Jun 2017 - Present

Analysed and researched project requirements, designed and developed web applications and mobile applications, and also set up and maintained Linux Server.


Mid Level Developer

Scorchsoft | Feb 2021 - May 2022

Scorchsoft is a Birmingham-based mobile app, web app and online portal development company with over ten years of experience working with hundreds of small, medium and large-sized businesses in the UK and abroad.

Worked in the team on web app and mobile app projects ranging from innovative start-ups looking to launch market-changing new products, through to established businesses seeking to grow, or make process improvements, by implementing new, digital app-strategies.


Developer

CASETiFY | Aug 2019 - Nov 2020

CASETiFY is a global tech accessories brand which sells online and offline.

I worked in the technical team to support CASETiFY's daily operations, including bug fix and development of new features. Also enhanced operations of teams with automation systems for efficiency, including

  • Content Management System
  • Influencer Relationship Management System
  • Production System

Assistant System Analyst

Open Creative | Aug 2016 - Aug 2019

Open Creative is a digital consultancy integrating technology from developing web and mobile applications.

I analysed and documented project requirements, and also set up and maintained Linux Server on AWS, with Automation Tool and Container Technology.


Assistant Manager, Digital Content

Version 2 | Nov 2011 - Aug 2016

Version 2 is a sole agent of several IT products and also the founder of an e-book platform (24Reader) in Hong Kong and Taiwan.

I led a team of 5-7 focusing on digital content of 24Reader, responsible for

  • managing communications with publishers
  • converting book content from publishers into e-books
  • uploading e-books to 24Reader platform

I also worked as a system analyst working with programmers for system design and problem solving.

Web Programmer

Version 2 | Jun 2010 - Nov 2011

I developed and maintained websites and web applications.

Student Internship

Version 2 | Jul 2008 - Jul 2009

I worked in the digital content team for e-book conversion and data entry.


Projects

Alternative Commercial Finance

Yii2 / React / GraphQL

ACF are a solutions focused funding organisation with significant experience in developing and implementing Operating Leases, Managed Services Programmes, and Bespoke Funding Solutions in a range of market places.

it develop and administer vendor programmes with market leading partners requiring alternative funding solutions to the current go to market strategy.


ISS Fleet Clear

Yii2 / React

ISS Fleet Clear is an all-in-one fleetwide, vehicle safety and fleet management solution

It combines ISS vehicle safety hardware with the cutting-edge fleet management software to create a single standardised system to manage, safeguard, monitor and track every aspect of a fleet’s operation. The system integrates with all ISS products and is applicable to every size, make and model of vehicle.


Majesty Professional Photo

Laravel

Created an accounting system to systemize and automize businesses.


St. Stephen's College Preparatory School

Laravel

Created an admission system to handle student admission for Primary 1 (Year 1) & in-year admission for Primary 2-6 (Year 2-6), including a responsive application form and a backend system.


New Town Plaza

Laravel

Designed and created applications to promote the shopping mall with different types of games, such as lucky draws, QR code coupons wallet and mini puzzle games.


The Aisle

Laravel / Vue.js

Set up a wedding information platform with event booking and a mini e-store.


Kanata Sports

Laravel / React Native

Built a roller skating application that allows users to book training courses or reserve skating area.


Openball

Laravel / Anglar Ionic

Created a badminton application that allows users to arrange a match or hire a coach.


Mindmad

Laravel / Anglar Ionic

Built an internal application for event management, including guest management, guest check-in, mini games and lucky draws.


Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival

Codeigniter

Built systems including 2 websites and 3 CMS for the biggest consumer wine and gourmet event in Hong Kong:

  • Application form for exhibitors
  • Gourmet finder for public
  • Administrator CMS
  • Exhibitor CMS
  • Wine scoring CMS

Champimom

CakePHP

Built a parental platform with responsive design and content management system.


Created a simple mobile-friendly Uno score sheet.

And more on request...