Full stack developer. Angular/TypeScript/JavaScript/HTML/CSS expert for the front end. PHP/C#/VB.NET expert for the back end. I have over 25 years of continuous professional experience in software development since graduating in 1997. I am an experienced and versatile software developer with a deep understanding of both front-end and back-end technologies. Currently, I focus mainly on Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript, PHP, and Tailwind CSS. I have built scalable systems from concept to deployment and have strong mentoring and leadership abilities. Throughout my career, I have led several projects from customer requirements to deployment and have held senior roles including Technical Director and Product Development Manager. I am highly motivated, a self-starter, and committed to quality development and customer care.

Dan Hobbs

Full stack developer. Angular/TypeScript/JavaScript/HTML/CSS expert for the front end. PHP/C#/VB.NET expert for the back end. I have over 25 years of continuous professional experience in software development since graduating in 1997. I am an experienced and versatile software developer with a deep understanding of both front-end and back-end technologies. Currently, I focus mainly on Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript, PHP, and Tailwind CSS. I have built scalable systems from concept to deployment and have strong mentoring and leadership abilities. Throughout my career, I have led several projects from customer requirements to deployment and have held senior roles including Technical Director and Product Development Manager. I am highly motivated, a self-starter, and committed to quality development and customer care.

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Full stack developer. Angular/TypeScript/JavaScript/HTML/CSS expert for the front end. PHP/C#/VB.NET expert for the back end.

I have over 25 years of continuous professional experience in software development since graduating in 1997. I am an experienced and versatile software developer with a deep understanding of both front-end and back-end technologies. Currently, I focus mainly on Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript, PHP, and Tailwind CSS.

I have built scalable systems from concept to deployment and have strong mentoring and leadership abilities. Throughout my career, I have led several projects from customer requirements to deployment and have held senior roles including Technical Director and Product Development Manager. I am highly motivated, a self-starter, and committed to quality development and customer care.

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Work Experience

Founder at Bananabrains Ltd.
November 1, 2020 - Present
Founded Bananabrains Ltd., providing freelance software development services. Developed a comprehensive client management system using Angular, TypeScript, Taiga UI, Tailwind CSS, Akita, PHP, and MariaDB. The system includes sales funnel tracking, CRM, proposals and pricing with PDF generation, e-signature module, broadcast email with segmentation, invoicing integrated with Xero, time recording, task management, and a client portal.
Technical Director at Advantage Services (Europe) Ltd.
October 31, 2020 - September 5, 2025
Led development of a .NET Windows client application product suite integrating with .NET Windows services and web applications on the company website. From 2016, also developed web applications using Foundation for Sites, JavaScript, jQuery, with PHP/MariaDB backend. Responsible for all technical direction and maintaining the company's content management system. Dealt with complex requirements gathering, client consultancy, on-site visits, and product training.
Product Development Manager at Jumar Solutions Ltd.
December 31, 2012 - September 5, 2025
Managed all product lines including off-the-shelf and automation products for Gen transitioning projects. Converted products to VB10 and introduced agile methodologies. Developed Java code generators, web service generators, and maintained build and deployment processes. Responsible for ensuring product standards and managing a small development and testing team.
Software Developer at IMVS plc
October 20, 2004 - September 5, 2025
Developed Java servlet web applications connected to Oracle databases for private client investment management. Led development of a straight-through dealing platform integrating with stockbroker systems via secure XML messaging. Also created a Swing desktop application for data communication, using JDBC, ODBC, HTTPS, and local file access.
Lead Software Developer at Unicom plc
March 8, 2002 - September 5, 2025
Developed and maintained a web community platform using ASP, Site Server, and MS-SQL. Created membership directories with authentication, an Excel import feature, IIS Metabase automation, and a custom CMS with hierarchical navigation to allow dynamic page content.
Software Applications Developer at Porta Systems Ltd.
November 30, 2000 - September 5, 2025
Developed a web-based database editor using HTML, VBScript, and JavaScript plus a Windows NT event logging system developed in Visual C++.
Software Developer at Proteus Software Ltd.
August 31, 1998 - September 5, 2025
Developed accounting and distribution software written in Progress, with emphasis on EDI between Proteus clients and their customers.
Software Developer (Industrial Placement) at Konrad-Zuse Institute für Informationstechnik
August 31, 1996 - September 5, 2025
Developed mathematical functions for the computer algebra system Reduce during a one-year industrial placement in Berlin, Germany.

Education

B.Sc. (Hons) Mathematics and Computing, Class 1 at University of Bath
September 1, 1993 - June 30, 1997

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Financial Services, Professional Services