I’m a Full Stack Developer with over 10 years of experience and a passion for solving problems through technology in efficient, practical, and engaging ways. I have a proactive approach to professional development, staying on top of the latest trends and technologies, and am skilled in Python, Front-end Development, Web Applications, Tailwind, React, and Next.js. Throughout my career, I have collaborated with designers and clients to create responsive, user-friendly, and high-performance web applications. I enjoy optimizing code for speed, scalability, and accessibility while ensuring best practices and maintainable solutions. I’m excited to bring my expertise and continuous learning mindset to new development challenges.

Jose Palacios

I’m a Full Stack Developer with over 10 years of experience and a passion for solving problems through technology in efficient, practical, and engaging ways. I have a proactive approach to professional development, staying on top of the latest trends and technologies, and am skilled in Python, Front-end Development, Web Applications, Tailwind, React, and Next.js. Throughout my career, I have collaborated with designers and clients to create responsive, user-friendly, and high-performance web applications. I enjoy optimizing code for speed, scalability, and accessibility while ensuring best practices and maintainable solutions. I’m excited to bring my expertise and continuous learning mindset to new development challenges.

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I’m a Full Stack Developer with over 10 years of experience and a passion for solving problems through technology in efficient, practical, and engaging ways. I have a proactive approach to professional development, staying on top of the latest trends and technologies, and am skilled in Python, Front-end Development, Web Applications, Tailwind, React, and Next.js.

Throughout my career, I have collaborated with designers and clients to create responsive, user-friendly, and high-performance web applications. I enjoy optimizing code for speed, scalability, and accessibility while ensuring best practices and maintainable solutions. I’m excited to bring my expertise and continuous learning mindset to new development challenges.

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Language

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Work Experience

Senior Frontend Developer at Prison Fellowship
February 1, 2024 - Present
Collaborate with UX/UI designers to implement responsive and user-friendly interfaces. Optimize web applications for maximum speed, scalability, and accessibility. Lead front-end architecture decisions and ensure best practices in coding standards and performance optimization. Ensure cross-browser compatibility and mobile-first development practices.
Django/Python Developer at Texas Dept. of Parks and Wildlife
November 30, 2023 - July 16, 2025
Successfully implemented custom modules and extensions to enhance the Wagtail CMS functionality for the magazine’s content management system. Managed version control using GitLab. Leveraged Podman for containerization, improving development stability and deployment. Improved code readability, maintainability, and reusability to make the development process more efficient and agile.
Full Stack Developer at Harvey Agency, Baltimore, MD
April 30, 2023 - July 16, 2025
Oversaw development and launch of responsive websites for notable brands including McCormick and Flying Dog Brewery. Served as technical expert ensuring alignment of web projects with design and client requirements. Collaborated with client IT teams to engineer custom web applications. Improved SEO, speed, and ADA compliance of client websites. Created training documentation reducing client inquiries by 75%. Developed content management systems and productivity apps using Python/Django and Swift. Increased website speed by up to 68% through optimizations.
Web Developer/Designer at Erickson Living, Catonsville, MD
May 31, 2013 - July 16, 2025
Designed and developed a new responsive company website using HTML5 and CSS3. Ensured cross-browser compatibility and conducted testing/debugging for optimal performance. Collaborated with graphic designers and developers to create integrated marketing solutions including campaign emails and landing pages.
Web Specialist at Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation, Alexandria, VA
June 30, 2011 - July 16, 2025
Created HTML pages and optimized images for web. Designed banners adhering to brand aesthetics using Photoshop. Maintained site pages, modified HTML/CSS and implemented forms and logic using ASP Classic.
Freelance Web Developer at Self-Employed, Columbia, MD
January 1, 2006 - Present
Provided freelance web development services since 2006, including website design, development, and maintenance.

Education

Visual Communications Certification at CCI @ Johns Hopkins University
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009

Qualifications

Shopify Product Fundamentals
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Shopify App Development
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Media & Entertainment

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