LOOKING FOR A WEB DESIGNER?

WHO?

Hi my name is Shane Prendergast. I am 24 years of age and currently reside in sunny Scarborough, North Yorkshire. I am a 3rd year undergraduate at the university of Hull where I study Web Design and Development. I am a hardworking and competent individual who has a love for all things web and print.

WHY?

I don't know why really. I have always had a strong interest within computers and since I started my university degree I have never really looked back. I thrive on creating things in both web and print. I have a strong desire to continuously improve and I get a huge amount of satisfaction from obtaining fresh knowledge. I'm hoping to have a fruitful career in a subject that I absolutely love.

WHAT?

I'm currently in my third and final year at university and have learnt a huge amount so far. I am confident in web design and development and can create a wide range of things including websites, CMS, databases, advanced interfaces, graphic design, admirable designs and layouts, logos, awesome typography and loads of print stuff.

HOW?

I am experienced in languages such as (X)HTML(5), CSS(3), jQuery, JavaScript, PHP, MySQL, Ajax, Pearl, Ruby and the DOM. I understand W3C web standards and realise websites must be standard compliant, accessible and have high website usability. I am also proficient within graphic design using Photoshop and Illustrator. I am also confident in typography, page layouts, interface design and user experience design.

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