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I'm Rory Tanton, a UX/UI Developer and Full Stack Engineer with a strong engineering background and hands-on experience delivering real-world software. I've designed and launched two live mobile applications on Google Play, owning the full product lifecycle from ideation to deployment. I graduated with a distinction from Tech Educators' full stack bootcamp and now leverage AI-native workflows, including Claude Code, to independently build and ship production software. My background in strategic weapons safety and complex system diagnostics brings high-integrity thinking, precise documentation and a disciplined approach to design and delivery.…I'm Rory Tanton, a UX/UI Developer and Full Stack Engineer with a strong engineering background and hands-on experience delivering real-world software. I've designed and launched two live mobile applications on Google Play, owning the full product lifecycle from ideation to deployment. I graduated with a distinction from Tech Educators' full stack bootcamp and now leverage AI-native workflows, including Claude Code, to independently build and ship production software. My background in strategic weapons safety and complex system diagnostics brings high-integrity thinking, precise documentation and a disciplined approach to design and delivery.

Rory Tanton

Full Stack Developer, UX Designer, UI Designer, +2

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I'm Rory Tanton, a UX/UI Developer and Full Stack Engineer with a strong engineering background and hands-on experience delivering real-world software. I've designed and launched two live mobile applications on Google Play, owning the full product lifecycle from ideation to deployment. I graduated with a distinction from Tech Educators' full stack bootcamp and now leverage AI-native workflows, including Claude Code, to independently build and ship production software. My background in strategic weapons safety and complex system diagnostics brings high-integrity thinking, precise documentation and a disciplined approach to design and delivery.…I'm Rory Tanton, a UX/UI Developer and Full Stack Engineer with a strong engineering background and hands-on experience delivering real-world software. I've designed and launched two live mobile applications on Google Play, owning the full product lifecycle from ideation to deployment. I graduated with a distinction from Tech Educators' full stack bootcamp and now leverage AI-native workflows, including Claude Code, to independently build and ship production software. My background in strategic weapons safety and complex system diagnostics brings high-integrity thinking, precise documentation and a disciplined approach to design and delivery.

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I’m Rory Tanton, a UX/UI Developer and Full Stack Engineer with a strong engineering background and hands-on experience delivering real-world software.
I’ve designed and launched two live mobile applications on Google Play, owning the full product lifecycle from ideation to deployment. I graduated with a distinction from Tech Educators’ full stack bootcamp and now leverage AI-native workflows, including Claude Code, to independently build and ship production software. My background in strategic weapons safety and complex system diagnostics brings high-integrity thinking, precise documentation and a disciplined approach to design and delivery.

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Work Experience

Personal Trainer at Self-Employed

January 1, 2025 - Present

Managed a self-employed personal training business, handling client acquisition, scheduling, and communication while funding living expenses and supporting full-time self-study in software development.

Solo Developer & Designer at Piece of Mind

March 1, 2026 - Present

Designed and built a full AI-first mobile app in three days using React, Vite and Capacitor, with Claude Code as a core part of the development workflow. Owned the full UI/UX journey from concept through production deployment; achieved 409 installs on day one from a £10 Google Ads campaign and integrated AdMob advertising.

UX/UI Designer at Nail Wardrobe

May 1, 2024 - Present

Conceptualised and led the creation of a mobile app from idea to MVP release on Google Play; designed UI/UX in Figma and managed the project end-to-end. Selected technical architecture: SQLite for data storage, Firebase for analytics and crash reporting, and Flutter for cross-platform deployment; coordinated with a contracted developer.

Engineering Surveyor at Inspection Network LTD

May 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024

Developed detailed inspection reports, communicated findings to clients and internal teams, ensured safety and regulatory compliance of equipment, and contributed to junior training materials; drafted scopes of examination for new plants.

Field Service Engineer at Heald Ltd

January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023

Fault-finding across a wide range of technical faults; created SOPs and CMPs to improve operational efficiency and safety; developed safety guidelines and safe systems of work; pursued NEBOSH International General Certificate.

Student at University of York

November 1, 2020 - January 31, 2023

Full-time student pursuing studies in Electronic Engineering alongside professional development.

Weapons Engineer – SWS & Navigation at Royal Navy Submarine Service

March 1, 2014 - November 1, 2020

Safety of strategic weapons, associated systems, and the submarine; led daily briefs, mentored recruits, coordinated handovers, calibrated equipment, and planned major inspections; contributed to reliability improvements and maintenance planning.