Emily Johnson

Emily Johnson

Full-Stack Developer

Austin, TX
4.6
6+ years experience
Busy
$100
per hour
35
Projects
20
Clients
4.6
Rating

Skills & Technologies

Astro Svelte Node.js MongoDB AWS TypeScript GraphQL Docker

About Emily Johnson

I’m a Full-Stack Developer with 6+ years of experience building modern web applications from concept to deployment. I specialize in creating scalable, maintainable solutions using cutting-edge technologies like Astro, Svelte, and cloud-native architectures.

Full-Stack Expertise

Frontend Development

  • Astro: Static site generation with optimal performance
  • Svelte/SvelteKit: Reactive applications with minimal overhead
  • TypeScript: Type-safe development across the entire stack
  • Modern CSS: Responsive design and component styling
  • Progressive Web Apps: Offline-first applications

Backend Development

  • Node.js: RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
  • GraphQL: Efficient data fetching and API design
  • MongoDB: Document-based database design and optimization
  • PostgreSQL: Relational database design and complex queries
  • Authentication: JWT, OAuth, and secure session management

Cloud & DevOps

  • AWS: EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, and CloudFormation
  • Docker: Containerization and orchestration
  • CI/CD: Automated testing and deployment pipelines
  • Monitoring: Application performance and error tracking
  • Serverless: Function-as-a-Service architectures

Recent Projects

SaaS Analytics Platform

Astro + Svelte + Node.js + MongoDB + AWS

Built a comprehensive analytics platform for small businesses, featuring real-time data processing and interactive dashboards.

Technical Highlights:

  • Real-time data streaming with WebSockets
  • Interactive charts with D3.js and Svelte
  • Microservices architecture on AWS
  • Automated data pipeline processing
  • Multi-tenant database design

Business Results:

  • 500+ active users within 6 months
  • 99.9% uptime achievement
  • Sub-second query response times
  • Scalable to 10k+ concurrent users

Content Management System

Astro + TypeScript + GraphQL + PostgreSQL

Developed a headless CMS solution for content creators with advanced workflow management and multi-site support.

Key Features:

  • Drag-and-drop content builder
  • Version control and content approval workflows
  • Multi-site content distribution
  • Advanced SEO optimization tools
  • Real-time collaboration features

Performance Metrics:

  • 95+ Lighthouse performance score
  • 50% faster content publishing
  • 30% increase in content team productivity
  • Zero security incidents

E-learning Platform

SvelteKit + Node.js + MongoDB + AWS

Created an interactive e-learning platform with video streaming, progress tracking, and social learning features.

Educational Features:

  • Interactive video lessons with quizzes
  • Progress tracking and analytics
  • Discussion forums and peer interaction
  • Certificate generation and verification
  • Mobile-responsive design

Scale Achievements:

  • 10,000+ enrolled students
  • 500+ hours of video content
  • 95% course completion rate
  • Multi-language support

Technical Philosophy

I believe in building software that is:

  • Scalable: Designed to grow with your business
  • Maintainable: Clean, documented code that teams can work with
  • Performant: Fast loading times and efficient resource usage
  • Secure: Security-first approach to development
  • User-Focused: Technology that serves real user needs

Architecture Expertise

System Design

  • Microservices: Scalable, maintainable service architectures
  • Event-Driven: Asynchronous processing and real-time updates
  • API Design: RESTful and GraphQL API development
  • Database Design: Optimal data modeling and query optimization
  • Caching Strategies: Redis, CDN, and application-level caching

Development Practices

  • Test-Driven Development: Comprehensive testing strategies
  • Code Reviews: Quality assurance and knowledge sharing
  • Documentation: Technical documentation and API specifications
  • Agile Methodologies: Scrum and Kanban project management
  • Continuous Integration: Automated testing and deployment

Services Offered

Full-Stack Development

  • Web Applications: Complete application development from frontend to backend
  • API Development: RESTful and GraphQL API design and implementation
  • Database Design: Optimal data modeling and performance optimization
  • Cloud Architecture: Scalable, secure cloud-native solutions

Consulting Services

  • Architecture Review: System design assessment and recommendations
  • Performance Optimization: Application and database performance tuning
  • Security Audit: Security assessment and vulnerability remediation
  • Team Training: Workshops on modern development practices

Migration & Modernization

  • Legacy System Migration: Modernizing outdated applications
  • Cloud Migration: Moving applications to cloud platforms
  • Technology Upgrades: Updating frameworks and dependencies
  • Performance Improvements: Optimizing existing applications

Client Testimonials

“Emily delivered a complex SaaS platform that exceeded our expectations. Her full-stack expertise and attention to scalability were crucial to our success.”

— Sarah Kim, CTO at DataInsights

“Working with Emily was fantastic. She understood our business needs and built a solution that perfectly fits our workflow.”

— Alex Rivera, Founder at EduTech Solutions

Current Status

Currently working on a long-term project and not available for new work until April 2024. However, I’m happy to discuss future projects and provide consultation.

Next Available: April 2024 Preferred Engagement: 3-6 months Project Types: SaaS platforms, content management systems, e-learning platforms

Technology Stack

Frontend

  • Astro, Svelte/SvelteKit, TypeScript
  • Modern CSS, Tailwind CSS, Component Libraries
  • Progressive Web Apps, Performance Optimization

Backend

  • Node.js, Express, Fastify
  • GraphQL, REST APIs, WebSockets
  • Authentication, Authorization, Security

Databases

  • MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Redis
  • Database Design, Query Optimization
  • Data Migration, Backup Strategies

Cloud & DevOps

  • AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS)
  • Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD
  • Monitoring, Logging, Error Tracking

Contact

Interested in working together? I’d love to discuss your project requirements.

Full-Stack Developer • Available April 2024 • Scalable solutions