I’m Aaron Balba, a web developer who builds custom, production-ready WordPress solutions and bespoke websites from scratch. I enjoy turning designs into responsive templates and making sure everything is reliable through thorough testing and updates. My experience spans front-end work with HTML, CSS, JavaScript/jQuery, and Bootstrap, as well as back-end development with PHP and practical CMS integration. I’ve worked on WordPress and eCommerce builds using WooCommerce and integrated tools like ACF and third-party plugins to meet specific client needs. I also bring workflow efficiency to projects by using AI tools, and I’ve contributed to marketing and performance improvements in HubSpot environments. Overall, I’m focused on delivering clean implementation, strong functionality, and a smooth experience for users and stakeholders.

Aaron Balba

I’m Aaron Balba, a web developer who builds custom, production-ready WordPress solutions and bespoke websites from scratch. I enjoy turning designs into responsive templates and making sure everything is reliable through thorough testing and updates. My experience spans front-end work with HTML, CSS, JavaScript/jQuery, and Bootstrap, as well as back-end development with PHP and practical CMS integration. I’ve worked on WordPress and eCommerce builds using WooCommerce and integrated tools like ACF and third-party plugins to meet specific client needs. I also bring workflow efficiency to projects by using AI tools, and I’ve contributed to marketing and performance improvements in HubSpot environments. Overall, I’m focused on delivering clean implementation, strong functionality, and a smooth experience for users and stakeholders.

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I’m Aaron Balba, a web developer who builds custom, production-ready WordPress solutions and bespoke websites from scratch. I enjoy turning designs into responsive templates and making sure everything is reliable through thorough testing and updates. My experience spans front-end work with HTML, CSS, JavaScript/jQuery, and Bootstrap, as well as back-end development with PHP and practical CMS integration.

I’ve worked on WordPress and eCommerce builds using WooCommerce and integrated tools like ACF and third-party plugins to meet specific client needs. I also bring workflow efficiency to projects by using AI tools, and I’ve contributed to marketing and performance improvements in HubSpot environments. Overall, I’m focused on delivering clean implementation, strong functionality, and a smooth experience for users and stakeholders.

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Work Experience

Junior WordPress / Web Developer at Bambooine (Contract/Role)
April 1, 2023 - Present
Developed and built WordPress websites and themes from design to completion, creating responsive, production-ready builds. Implemented required features and integrated WooCommerce and ACF-based functionality, using third-party plugins when appropriate. Supported the maintenance cycle by performing updates and improvements, and ensured quality by validating new builds and feature behavior prior to release.
Junior Web Developer / Software Developer at Priority World Press Development (WordPress / Web Development)
April 1, 2023 - Present
Built bespoke WordPress websites and custom themes from scratch, establishing strong foundations in professional web development. Developed and integrated functionality using WooCommerce, ACF, and third-party plugins to meet client requirements. Translated client designs into responsive page templates and implemented new layouts across client websites. Worked on existing client sites by delivering technical fixes, improvements, and ongoing updates. Tested new builds to ensure reliable, high-quality releases. Strengthened both front-end and back-end skills using HTML, CSS, JavaScript/jQuery, PHP, and Bootstrap, including custom WordPress integrations.
Junior Front-End / Back-End Developer at Various (Freelance / Client work)
October 1, 2021 - Present
Built bespoke WordPress and website themes and layouts from scratch, translating designs into responsive page templates across multiple client sites. Integrated and developed functionality using WordPress, WooCommerce, ACF, and third-party plugins to match client requirements. Worked on existing client sites by delivering technical fixes, improvements, and ongoing updates. Tested new builds and functionality to ensure stable, high-quality releases. Focused on clean front-end implementation (HTML, CSS, JavaScript/jQuery, Bootstrap) and back-end support in PHP where needed.
Junior Web Developer / WordPress Developer at Bamboonie
October 1, 2021 - January 31, 2023
Built and maintained responsive WordPress web experiences, focused on production-ready builds from design through to completion. Developed custom functionality and integrations using WordPress, WooCommerce, ACF, and third-party plugins. Supported client requirements by creating and adapting modules and landing pages, and ensured consistent functionality through testing and iterative improvements.
eCommerce / Web Integration Developer at HubSpot + related client work (two clients)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Developed HubSpot expertise for two clients by building custom landing pages and reusable modules. Created custom functionality and integrations using WordPress, WooCommerce, ACF and third-party plugins, supporting marketing and website conversion improvements. Utilized AI tooling to improve development workflow efficiency and support problem-solving during delivery.

Education

BSc (Hons) Computer Science (L3) at University of Brighton
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
at Brighton Metropolitan College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Computer Science (L3) at University of Brighton
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
at Brighton Metropolitan College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Media & Entertainment, Retail