Curriculum Vitae (CV)


Contact 📫

Name
Jordon Baade
Email
contact@jordonbaade.com
Homepage
https://jordonbaade.com
Github
https://github.com/jordonbaade
NPM
https://www.npmjs.com/~jordonbaade

About 👨‍💻

I'm a freelance developer & technology consultant with over 18 years of experience building applications, APIs, and simpler websites with PHP, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML. My passion for technology comes from a curiousity for how things work and began when I tinkered, broke, and frantactically learned to fix my Grandparent's computer as a teenager.

I'm not much of an expert in anything, but I've always known enough to get by or find my way, and have been supporting myself with my technical skills for many years. I believe people ultimately choose to work with me because I value empathy and being friendly, am confident in what I know or don't, and I'm not afraid to get it wrong to find out what's right.

I grew up and live in Michigan, enjoy spending my free time learning to play the Harmonica, playing videos games with friends, and being the best uncle I can be.

Skills 🛠

Spoken Language
English
Markup Languages
  • HTML
  • Markdown
  • XML
  • YAML
Programming Languages
  • PHP
  • JavaScript (Node.js)
Databases & Data Formats
  • MySQL
  • SQLite
  • JSON
Operating Systems
  • Windows
  • MacOS
  • Linux
IDEs & Software
  • Visual Studio Code
  • PHPStorm
  • VIM
  • Sublime Text
  • Photoshop
  • Sketch
  • Sequel Pro
Frameworks & Misc Buzzwords
  • CSS (SASS, LESS, Stylus)
  • Tailwind CSS
  • Laravel
  • Vue
  • Webpack
  • VuePress
  • WordPress
  • Unix Shell
  • GIT
  • REST

Open Source Contributions 🌐

VuePress

GitHub
https://github.com/vuejs/vuepress/
Homepage
https://vuepress.vuejs.org/
Contributions
  • #665 Reported duplicate description meta at runtime bug
  • #657 Made badge styles scoped so they don't conflict with Bootstrap badge styles
  • #677 Reported Service Worker updatePopup issue

Laravel Elixir

GitHub
https://github.com/laravel/elixir/
Contributions
  • #259 Added PHPUnit configurationFile option to fix issues with gulp-phpunit

gulp-phpunit

GitHub
https://github.com/mikeerickson/gulp-phpunit/
Contributions
  • #26 Suggested method to prioritize configurationFile option to fix issues with Laravel Elixir

Experiences 💼

Bay D IT

Years
2018 - Present
Roles(s)
Owner
Duties
  • Figuring it all out

Freelance Developer & Consultant

Years
2000 - Present
Role(s)
All of them
Duties
  • Computer Repairs, Maintenance, and Custom Builds
  • HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP Development
  • Project Management
  • Server Administration
  • Database Administration
  • Remote Virtual Assistance
  • Graphic Design

Uproar.gg

Years
2017
Role(s)
Head of Technology
Duties
Managed the development team and consulted on tough technical decisions.

AEIANDYOU, LLC

Years
2013 - 2016
Role(s)
Owner
Duties
  • Provides shared and dedicated hosting, management and support.
  • Lots of math and paper work.

JavaScriptKicks.com

Years
2015 - 2016
Role(s)
Curator
Duties
Finding the latest and greatest JavaScript articles every weekday.

Lakeshore RV

Years
2013 - 2014
Role(s)
Senior Full Stack Developer
Duties
  • Introduced modern web development tools like Grunt, Gulp & CSS Preprocessors for asset handling.
  • Oversaw transitioning all sister dealerships to a custom Dealership Management System built with WordPress Multisite Network.
  • Reached out to notable industry experts to help educate the team on development, SEO, and UI/UX.

NeXt IT

Years
2012
Role(s)
Web Developer
Duties
  • Developed custom applications utilizing PHP, JavaScript, CSS & HTML.
  • Developed websites on Joomla.

Rockstar Coding

Years
2011 - 2012
Role(s)
  • Web Developer
  • Graphic Designer
Duties
  • Developed Wordpress themes using Thesis & Genesis sub-frameworks.
  • Developed & Designed themes and apps for Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube.

LongerDays.com

Years
2010
Role(s)
  • Web Developer
  • Graphic Designer
  • Virtual Assistant
Duties
Development, Database Administration, Design, Data Entry for various clients.

Masana Technologies

Years
2006 - 2007
Role(s)
Web Developer
Duties
  • Designed & Developed Wordpress & Joomla themes.
  • Managed servers for multiple clients using cPanel.

Education 🏫

Muskegon Area Career Tech Center

Years
2003 - 2005
Courses
  • Commercial Art
  • Computer Information Systems
Certifications
  • CIW v5 Associate
  • CIW Professional

Oakridge High School

Graduated
2005
Extras
  • Founded 2003-2004 Chess Club
  • Main player, 2004-2005 Chess Club Simultaneous Exhibition

Social Media 🌎