RICARDO ALVES

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I am a WordPress and WooCommerce developer with over 12 years of experience in creating custom web solutions. My expertise lies in object-oriented PHP, ACF/Gutenberg block architectures, and WooCommerce integrations.

About

I am a WordPress and WooCommerce developer with over 12 years of experience in creating custom web solutions. My expertise lies in object-oriented PHP, ACF/Gutenberg block architectures, and WooCommerce integrations. I enjoy combining my technical skills with a background in UI/UX and digital marketing to deliver comprehensive projects. As a freelancer, I’ve had the pleasure of collaborating with agencies and direct clients across various countries, ensuring their digital goals are achieved.

  • 18 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Languages

  • PortugueseFluent
  • EnglishAdvanced
  • Spanish; CastilianIntermediate

Industry experience

  • Computers & Electronics
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services

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Work experience· 11 roles

WordPress Developer · DengunJul 2022 – Sep 2025 · 3 yrs 3 mos

Development of websites and online stores using Elementor Pro and WooCommerce. Focused on performance optimization and troubleshooting complex frontend issues, while integrating marketing plugins.

WordPress Developer · Dengun Lda.Jul 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 5 mos

As a WordPress Developer at Dengun, I played a crucial role in developing several web projects, ensuring high-quality designs and optimizing user experiences. My responsibilities included collaborating with designers and other developers to implement dynamic features while maintaining project timelines and quality standards.

WordPress Developer · FREELANCERJan 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 11 mos

Development of custom WordPress themes for clients in various industries using object-oriented PHP architecture and a custom library of helper functions. Building reusable ACF/Gutenberg blocks and implementing SEO strategies.

Team Leader · Universal KraftMay 2021 – Apr 2022 · 1 yr
WordPress Developer · FreelancerMay 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 7 mos
Team Leader · WG TechnologiesJan 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 11 mos
Team Leader · Dangun Lda.Jan 2020 – Jun 2022 · 2 yrs 6 mos
Team Leader UI/UX · GoldylocksApr 2019 – Sep 2020 · 1 yr 6 mos

Education· 7

Degree in Design · University of Viana do Castelo2010 – 2013
Bachelor's Degree · Instituto Politécnico de Viana do Castelo2007 – 2008
Associate Degree · Instituto Politécnico de Viana do Castelo1997 – 2001
Level III Technician · Escola Profissional de Felgueiras1994 – 1997

Certifications and awards· 10

Certified Codeable WordPress Expert2022 – 2026
Google Analytics Certification2021 – 2023
Project Management Professional2020 – 2026
Certificate of Teaching Competencies2007 – 2026

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