Resume

Eddie Power

Full-Stack Web Developer & iOS Engineer

Melbourne, Australia GitHub Profile Available for work
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Technical Skills
Languages
PHP 8.x Swift / SwiftUI JavaScript (ES6+) HTML5 / CSS3 SQL Python (scripting)
Frameworks
Laravel 11 CakePHP Bootstrap 5 Alpine.js Vue.js (fundamentals)
CMS Platforms
WordPress Drupal Joomla Custom CMS
Databases
MySQL / MariaDB SQLite PostgreSQL Microsoft SQL Server
Servers & DevOps
Apache IIS (Windows Server) Nginx Linux (Ubuntu/Debian) macOS Server cPanel / WHM
Tools
Git / GitHub Composer npm / Webpack Xcode VS Code JIRA Docker (basics)
Education
Certificate IV in Information Technology
Software Development
Completed
Continuous Self-Learning
Laracasts, Udemy, Apple Developer Docs, official framework documentation
Strengths
Problem solver — finds pragmatic solutions fast
Detail-oriented and deadline-driven
Comfortable working independently or within a team
Strong communication with non-technical stakeholders
Security-conscious across all development phases
Professional Summary

I'm a versatile, self-motivated full-stack web developer with a broad range of professional experience spanning iOS app development, content management systems, custom Laravel applications, and complex production-grade web systems — including software used in the production of medical devices.

My philosophy is simple: write clean, maintainable code, communicate openly with clients, and deliver work that genuinely exceeds expectations — whether that's a beautifully crafted landing page for a small business or a mission-critical backend system for a large enterprise. I adapt my approach to suit the project, the budget, and the team.

Professional Experience
Full-Stack Web Developer
Freelance / Independent
2015 – Present
Full-Time & Contract
  • Designed and developed bespoke web applications and CMS platforms for clients across healthcare, retail, hospitality, and professional services.
  • Built and maintained complex Laravel 11 applications with REST APIs, queue-based processing, real-time features via WebSockets, and full admin interfaces.
  • Delivered WordPress, Drupal, and custom CMS solutions — including custom theme and plugin development, data migrations, and performance tuning.
  • Set up and managed web servers on Apache (Linux/macOS) and IIS (Windows Server), including SSL, reverse proxy, and database server configuration.
  • Developed and published native iOS applications using Swift and SwiftUI, from wireframes through to App Store release.
  • Implemented security hardening across projects: OWASP compliance, CSP headers, brute-force protection, and encrypted data storage.
Web Developer — Enterprise Systems
Medical Device Industry (Confidential)
2018 – 2022
Contract
  • Developed and maintained production web systems directly integrated with medical device manufacturing workflows.
  • Built internal dashboards for real-time production monitoring, quality control tracking, and compliance reporting.
  • Worked within regulated software development environments requiring detailed documentation, version control discipline, and rigorous testing protocols.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams including engineers, QA specialists, and regulatory affairs personnel.
CMS & WordPress Developer
Multiple Digital Agencies
2013 – 2018
Contract & Employed
  • Developed custom WordPress themes, child themes, and bespoke plugins for agency clients.
  • Delivered Drupal 7/8 sites including custom module development, Views, and Rules configurations.
  • Built CakePHP web applications and REST APIs consumed by mobile and third-party clients.
  • Managed client training, handover documentation, and post-launch support for all CMS deployments.
Project Types & Capabilities
iOS app development (Swift/SwiftUI)
Laravel / PHP web applications
WordPress & Drupal CMS builds
Custom CMS from scratch
REST API development & integration
Database design & optimisation
Web server setup (Apache, IIS, Nginx)
Static multi-page & single-page sites
Performance audits & speed optimisation
Security audits & hardening
CakePHP applications
Post-launch maintenance & support