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I’m Luke Skelhorn, a Lead Full Stack Developer with over five years’ experience building scalable web applications for startups in EdTech and FinTech. I manage end-to-end development, mentor junior developers, and thrive on turning complex ideas into reliable software.
I enjoy exploring cutting-edge technologies like Angular (including Angular 18), Nest.js, Neo4j, and backend migrations to Node.js. I value clear communication, collaboration across remote teams, and delivering features that align with business goals.
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Work Experience
Lead Full Stack Developer - Contract at SISOMA / Tavia Studios Ltd
January 1, 2020 - October 28, 2025Led end-to-end development of key features, including migration from Google Firebase to Nest.js; coordinated with a remote team; updated the founder on project progress; managed and prioritized tasks using ClickUp; addressed critical usability issues before implementing new features; oversaw project planning, design approvals, and code reviews; translated technical details for non-technical stakeholders and fostered cross-functional collaboration.
Web Applications for Schools at Eduboard / Ask Eddi
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020Migrated backend from Laravel to Node.js with MongoDB; integrated Microsoft Teams app; migrated databases from MySQL to MongoDB; maintained nightly data sync and ensured data integrity.
Web Developer at Embark
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020Greenfield projects; updated and improved the dynamic design of the main website, Football Ticket Pad; contributed to both front-end and back-end development.
Ionic Mobile Application Developer at Gemstone
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018Independently developed the Faith School & Church mobile application to track attendance; technologies included Ionic 2/3, Angular 2/4, Laravel 4/5, MySQL, QR codes and database design.
Lead Full Stack Developer - Contract at PLUS GROUP
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020Delivered a fluid web application for the paraplanning finance sector; built a custom framework powered by Google Firebase; implemented a chart-focused dashboard.
Education
IT Level 3 BTEC at West Lancashire College
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014GCSEs at Lathom High School
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013Qualifications
IT Level 3 BTEC
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014GCSEs
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment
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