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Donald Mudenge, WordPress Developer in Toronto, ON, Canada
Donald Mudenge

WordPress Developer in Toronto, ON, Canada

Member since October 27, 2016
Donald has over ten years of experience in the WordPress and WooCommerce industry. Working with various business models, he’s provided solutions that fit requirements and budgets. Donald has experience collaborating as a valuable team member for enterprises and being a self-managed only-developer for startups. While working with Donald, clients can expect less back and forth, to-the-point answers for requirements, straightforwardness with tasks feasibility, and a solution provider and executor.
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Experience

Location

Toronto, ON, Canada

Availability

Part-time

Preferred Environment

WP Engine, Pantheon, Bitbucket, Git, Windows, MacOS

The most amazing...

...place I’ve worked on is an IoT eCommerce startup where I coded a real-time process for selecting sensors based on exclusive and shared pins of cart sensors.

Employment

  • Freelance WordPress Developer

    2018 - PRESENT
    ClearFast (via Toptal)
    • Created a custom calculator based on an algorithm provided by the client.
    • Implemented WooCommerce for eCommerce feature and did shopping cart tweaks.
    • Optimized the theme for Google PageSpeed Insights score.
    • Developed a responsive theme based on the XD designs provided.
    Technologies: X Theme, PageSpeed, WooCommerce, APIs, Full-stack, WordPress Design, User Interface (UI)

  • WordPress Developer

    2022 - 2022
    32CountFitness
    • Developed a custom plugin for an existing website that used custom functions. These functions prevented updates to the WordPress core and plugins. All customization was moved onto that plugin using proper hooks.
    • Applied a PHP8 update to all template functions and upgraded the server to the latest stable PHP version.
    • Created an Audio player plugin using the latest Gapeless5 JavaScript library and added pitch and volume control features.
    • Assisted mobile app developers by building REST APIs they require from the website related to memberships, logins, and tracks.
    Technologies: WordPress, WordPress Plugins, JavaScript, jQuery, CSS, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Gapless 5, HTML5 Audio, WooCommerce, Membership Sites, WP JSON, REST APIs, Debugging, Stripe, Paid Memberships

  • WordPress/WooCommerce Expert with MySQL Experience

    2022 - 2022
    Impact Soundworks LLC
    • Fixed PHP errors that occurred due to usage of outdated methods.
    • Optimized database and manual data cleanup and organization for custom tables.
    • Setup stress and load test using LoadForge browser testing tool.
    • Created a quick add-to-cart feature to eliminate a checkout delay.
    Technologies: MySQL, WordPress, WooCommerce, Stress Testing, Load Testing, Redis, New Relic, APM, PHP 8, BrainTree, Debugging, Online Payments, Stripe

  • WordPress Developer for a Cheerleading Coaching Site

    2022 - 2022
    Cheer Factory Inc
    • Improved a custom-made subscription plugin based on Stripe subscriptions.
    • Created new membership features on a custom plugin built by another agency for the client to create a membership portal.
    • Updated the custom plugin developed by another agency for the client. Updated with the latest WordPress and PHP 8.
    • Fixed coding of the custom plugin to the best practices.
    Technologies: Stripe Subscriptions, Stripe API, Forge, Learning Management Systems (LMS), eCommerce, WordPress, Full-stack, Debugging, Online Payments, Stripe, Paid Memberships

  • Senior WordPress Developer for Business and Residential ISP Platform

    2022 - 2022
    Misignal, Inc. (via Toptal)
    • Updated functions and methods of the proprietary WordPress Plugin built a couple of years ago for the client website.
    • Made an update on the code in the back end for custom post types for customer locations and internet coverage where admin can mark a polygon on the map.
    • Updated Sonar software API version from REST(v1) to GraphQL(v2).
    • Improved payment gateway from Authorize.Net to Stripe to collect payment info and created a process of authorise now and charge later.
    • Cherrypicked the CRM Sonar form from the old theme and deployed it to the new design/theme.
    Technologies: Sonar, Twilio API, WordPress Plugins, Divi, Patches & Updates, Google Maps API, Google Places API, Custom Post Types, GraphQL, Stripe API, Authorize.net, Full-stack, CRM APIs, BrainTree, Online Payments, Stripe

  • Full-stack WordPress Specialist (Freelance)

    2021 - 2021
    Luxar LLC
    • Created a luxury car rental eCommerce portal with membership options.
    • Built a custom plugin as an addon of bookings plugin to create a scoped booking process with admin moderation.
    • Developed templates based on XD designs provided by the designer.
    Technologies: XD to HTML, WooCommerce, Booking, SendGrid API, Bootstrap, Underscore.js, AffiliateWP, Full-stack, PayPal, WordPress Design, User Interface (UI)

  • Full-stack Developer

    2021 - 2021
    Platform9
    • Managed Auth0 implementation of an app via WordPress pages.
    • Created shortcodes for various login and lead forms.
    • Took over unfinished work of the previous engineer and finished it.
    • Sync data on Hubspot using HubSpot API on various custom forms built on the WordPress site.
    Technologies: Divi, Auth0, Shortcodes, WordPress Plugins, XD to HTML, Responsive UI, HubSpot, Contact Form 7, Segment, Full-stack, PayPal, CRM APIs, BrainTree, Debugging, WordPress Design, User Interface (UI)

  • WordPress Developer | Optimization, Plugins, and Templates

    2021 - 2021
    Baker Hughes (via Toptal)
    • Customized menu options and created a mega menu for the marketing site.
    • Created page templates to be used as landing pages.
    • Developed custom fields for easy content management.
    • Worked on page speed optimization for a few other landing pages.
    Technologies: WordPress Plugins, WordPress Optimization, Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), Pantheon, WordPress Design, User Interface (UI)

  • Full-stack WordPress Developer

    2021 - 2021
    Modern MedEd LLC
    • Managed the medical app built on WordPress using custom plugins.
    • Performed changes in design and the filters of CME results.
    • Secured install using Wordfence with an advanced config that only worked with the client's hosting.
    • Set up quizzes using LearnDash and a custom process client scope.
    Technologies: WordPress Themes, JavaScript, Thrive Themes, Divi, DNS, Bootstrap, WordPress Security, Wordfence Security, Formidable, LearnDash, Full-stack, Paid Memberships

  • WooCommerce Developer

    2020 - 2021
    A Solucum Studio LLC
    • Worked on multiple sites managed by the client built on WooCommerce.
    • Followed git-flow process to deploy changes to live sites.
    • Fixed styling and script code issues based on the requirements.
    Technologies: WooCommerce, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, GitHub, Full-stack, PayPal, BrainTree, WordPress Design

  • WordPress Plugin and Gravity Forms Expert

    2020 - 2021
    Drummond
    • Created a Gravity Forms add-on plugin to add manual triggers.
    • Edited view-entry template of Gravity Forms using hooks to add additional options to call webhooks and Zapier hooks.
    • Developed and updated this plugin to work with different addons of Gravity Forms.
    Technologies: Gravity Forms, APIs, Webhook, Zapier

  • Full-stack WordPress Developer

    2020 - 2020
    Ruon Trading Ltd (via Toptal)
    • Built a membership platform on top of BuddyBoss for premium content sharing.
    • Created a content-based social networking platform among the members.
    • Built subscription and membership levels with different options to use.
    • Created a video upload, auto-tagging, and delivering feature in a custom plugin to be used for premium members.
    Technologies: WordPress, WordPress Theme Design, WordPress Plugins, BuddyPress, Stripe Connect, MemberPress, Membership Sites, Gravity Forms, AffiliateWP, Instagram API, Full-stack, Online Payments

  • Full-stack WordPress Developer

    2020 - 2020
    Flow Media Systems, Inc. (via Toptal)
    • Created a responsive theme based on the sketch file provided by the client for the marketing site.
    • Added animated elements with parallax effects to the sections.
    • Created shortcodes for easy content edits post-development.
    • Gave client training on how to use the new theme, shortcodes, and get the best of WordPress.
    Technologies: WordPress, WordPress Themes, Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), Bootstrap, Parallax, Sketch, Shortcodes, Full-stack, WordPress Design

  • WooCommerce Developer - Custom Shipping Zones Expert

    2020 - 2020
    SimpliFaster, Inc (via Toptal)
    • Created a plugin to show client-defined shipping and payment options based on product, user role, and country conditions.
    • Set up various shipping carriers using their API and a mix of some WooCommerce add-ons.
    • Helped the client to turn the raw requirements into defining the scope of the project.
    Technologies: WooCommerce, JavaScript, PHP, WordPress Plugins, FedEx API, UPS API, APIs, Shipping, Online Payments, Stripe

  • Full-stack WordPress Specialist (Freelance)

    2020 - 2020
    Travel Guide LLC
    • Set up booking availability using custom plugin customizations to the client-managed hotel sites.
    • Used WordPress's built-in admin-ajax.php calls to update the page content.
    • Customized landing page for additional options client requested.
    Technologies: PHP, Ajax, WordPress Plugins, Gravity Forms, GravityView, Landing Pages, Full-stack, Debugging

  • Full-stack WordPress Developer with WooCommerce Experience

    2019 - 2020
    Artilia Inc (via Toptal)
    • Created Elementor templates based on the Figma designs provided by the client's designer.
    • Created AN eCommerce using WooCommerce and its add-ons.
    • Used FacetWP to create advanced product filters and made custom color swatches to work with it.
    • Connected SendGrid with the custom post-checkout messaging feature.
    • Customized gravity forms using Hooks to create item meta to be used in the personalized product.
    • Connected the store with Shipstation for shipment management.
    Technologies: WooCommerce, Gravity Forms, GravityView, Elementor, FacetWP, SendGrid, Zapier, Figma, Full-stack, PayPal, Online Payments, WordPress Design, Stripe, User Interface (UI)

  • Freelance WordPress Developer

    2019 - 2020
    Body Spartan (Via Toptal)
    • Fixed several PHP errors, notices, and warnings due to the plugin's conflicting depreciated functions.
    • Updated WooCommerce templates to get rid of using deprecated functions.
    • Connected a custom membership platform client had with the app made by his team.
    • Fixed the membership payment issues for irregular charges to customers and synced with the app platform.
    • Changed apparel selling from WooCommerce to Shopify and created sync between the two.
    Technologies: WooCommerce, Subscriptions, Stripe API, Shopify API, Customer Success Platforms, Full-stack, PayPal, BrainTree, Debugging, Online Payments, WordPress Design, Stripe

  • Freelance WordPress Developer and Troubleshooter

    2017 - 2020
    OakvilleNews.org (via Toptal)
    • Added a directory feature to the existing news site.
    • Created a shortcode mapper for the MailPoet plugin.
    • Corrected site-wide errors resulting from the old work client had.
    • Fixed mail issues not going through some emails because of a plugin conflict.
    Technologies: SendGrid, AdRotate, MailPoet, WordPress, Automatic kismet (Akismet), Android Jetpack, Debugging, WordPress Design, News

  • Freelance WordPress Developer

    2019 - 2019
    Pocketmade
    • Worked on different ongoing WordPress projects for the client.
    • Created landing pages for Marriot Vacation Club based on the designs provided in Sketch.
    • Developed a sales funnel form to capture leads and passed data to CRM via API.
    Technologies: WordPress, JavaScript, PHP, Bootstrap, jQuery, DevOps, Pantheon, Sketch, XML, Salesforce API, Full-stack, Debugging, User Interface (UI)

  • WordPress Developer

    2019 - 2019
    Engravers Guild Limited (via Toptal)
    • Created a plugin to pull Feefo product reviews for each product.
    • Implemented user experience fixes and QA.
    Technologies: WooCommerce, REST APIs, Online Payments, WordPress Design, User Interface (UI)

  • WordPress Developer with eCommerce Experience

    2019 - 2019
    Taste Buds Entertainment LLC (via Toptal)
    • Created a responsive theme as per the design provided.
    • Built custom search processes for recipes.
    • Constructed a personalized interface based on user preferences and activity.
    Technologies: Bootstrap, Underscore.js, Full-stack, WordPress Design, Stripe, User Interface (UI)

  • WooCommerce Expert

    2018 - 2019
    Drummond (via Toptal)
    • Created custom multistep forms with programmatic calculation, based on user login and field values.
    • Implemented Salesforce webhooks with Gravity forms.
    Technologies: Salesforce, WooCommerce, Gravity Forms, Debugging

  • Freelance WordPress Plugin Developer

    2018 - 2019
    Travel Guide | Travel Media Group (via Toptal)
    • Customized an already built plugin as per client requirements.
    • Created responsive templates.
    • Synced up two websites using WP-JSON and REST API.
    Technologies: Underscore.js, Bootstrap, REST APIs, WP JSON, Optimization, Plugin Development, Full-stack

  • eCommerce Developer

    2018 - 2018
    My Toy And Game Shop, LLC (via Toptal)
    • Setup the WooCommerce store.
    • Implemented a custom shipping plugin that allowed users to hold orders and ship multiple orders according to their directions.
    Technologies: WordPress, Shipping, WooCommerce, BrainTree, WordPress Design, Stripe

  • Freelance Developer

    2018 - 2018
    Statewide Turf Equipment, Inc. (via Toptal)
    • Fixed several design issues in the overall website.
    • Optimized the website for Google Pagespeed and YSlow.
    • Integrated an "add to quote" custom feature.
    • Managed the indexing of pages using Google Webmasters.
    Technologies: Google Webmaster Tools, WooCommerce, Optimization, PageSpeed, Google, WordPress

  • Freelance WordPress Developer

    2018 - 2018
    LaGrande Marketing (via Toptal)
    • Provided on-demand maintenance for client websites.
    Technologies: WordPress Plugins, WordPress Themes, WordPress, WP Engine

  • Freelance WordPress Developer

    2018 - 2018
    CCCU (via Toptal)
    • Created custom post types and taxonomies as required.
    • Developed template pages for a Symfony framework-based theme.
    • Made use of ACF for custom fields and relations of posts-posts/taxonomies.
    • Established a DevOps environment on Pantheon.
    Technologies: Pantheon, Symfony, ACF, Data Loading, Debugging

  • Freelance WordPress Developer

    2018 - 2018
    Cleveland Cavaliers (via Toptal)
    • Created a Bootstrap-based theme from scratch.
    • Implemented RSS feeds to create posts automatically.
    Technologies: Sass, Underscore.js, WordPress, User Interface (UI)

  • Freelance Developer and Coder

    2017 - 2018
    Cambria Design Build (via Toptal)
    • Designed and created responsive fixes.
    • Added minor features.
    • Implemented back-end administration.
    Technologies: WordPress, User Interface (UI)

  • Freelance eCommerce Developer

    2017 - 2018
    Zen Den Web Design (via Toptal)
    • Created a plugin for fetching AJAX-based posts.
    • Developed custom Stripe based subscription plugin.
    • Built responsive websites using Avia Builder.
    • Migrated the old site's data to a new site with complex conditions.
    Technologies: WooCommerce, Builder, Ajax, Stripe, Debugging

  • Freelance Developer

    2017 - 2018
    The GreenLine (via Toptal)
    • Developed a ShipStation plugin to be used with shipments for vendors.
    • Extended the features of a Dokan Marketplace plugin.
    • Created a plugin using Bing Cognitive search so it can auto-suggest search terms with wrong spellings.
    • Used WooCommerce APIs and hooks for minor upgrades to its basic features.
    • Integrated the API in a WooCommerce store.
    Technologies: WooCommerce API, Search, Marketplaces, Dokan, ShipStation, Full-stack, User Interface (UI)

  • Freelance WordPress Developer and Webmaster

    2017 - 2018
    Surety Systems (via Toptal)
    • Migrated all the sites to WP Engine without any downtime.
    • Created a child theme from DIvi.
    • Built a child theme out of the PSDs provided.
    • Updated the Google search console and site map.
    Technologies: Divi, Bootstrap, WP Engine, WordPress

  • Freelance WordPress Developer and Expert

    2017 - 2018
    Cocoa Electronics (via Toptal)
    • Created a custom product process for WooCommerce.
    • Designed a responsive theme.
    • Created an ACH Payment Gateway plugin for WooCommerce using Stripe.
    • Designed a Zendesk theme.
    • Implemented a Zendesk SSO.
    Technologies: Zendesk, SCSS, Underscore.js, jQuery, PHP, WordPress, WooCommerce, Full-stack, User Interface (UI)

  • Freelance WordPress Developer

    2017 - 2017
    Legion (via Toptal)
    • Developed and maintained a WordPress website.
    • Fixed layout issues.
    • Embedded Pardot forms and custom designed those Pardot forms according to the theme.
    Technologies: Bootstrap, Divi, Pardot, WordPress, Full-stack

  • Freelance WordPress Developer

    2017 - 2017
    Sole Patch Men's Shop (via Toptal)
    • Fixed the broken WooCommerce product and checkout process.
    • Implemented plugin updates in WordPress and fixed the resulting error on the pages.
    Technologies: Ajax, jQuery, PHP, WordPress, WooCommerce, Full-stack

  • Freelance WordPress Developer with SEO Expertise

    2017 - 2017
    AssurX (via Toptal)
    • Improved the SEO score.
    • Implemented Google's Rich Snippets on the pages.
    • Improved the site's speed.
    • Optimized the Jupiter theme to be more SEO-friendly and fast.
    • Converted the client-submitted PSD to a Child theme using the Aleb theme.
    • Optimized the Visual Composer plugin.
    Technologies: Google Search Console, WordPress, User Interface (UI)

  • Freelance WordPress Developer

    2017 - 2017
    Test.io (via Toptal)
    • Made a Bootstrap-based theme.
    • Installed and configured WPML as per needs.
    • Implemented a data import.
    • Trained clients for CMS management.
    Technologies: WPML, Bootstrap, WordPress, User Interface (UI)

  • Freelance WooCommerce and NetSuite Integration Expert

    2016 - 2017
    Spectruss (via Toptal)
    • Made a plugin for a partner (a commission-based user) that involved registration, affiliation, and commision handling.
    • Built a plugin to sync partner commissions and accounts on NetSuite.
    • Helped to fix WooCommerce issues.
    • Created a WordPress theme from the design provided.
    Technologies: WooCommerce, Bootstrap, WordPress, SendGrid, NetSuite, SuiteTalk, Full-stack, CRM APIs

  • Freelance WordPress Developer

    2016 - 2017
    Docler USA, LLC (via Toptal)
    • Made a responsive Child theme.
    • Used a SOAP API for creating a video-based feed.
    • Implemented a Video.js player with AJAX feeds.
    Technologies: MySQL, PHP, cURL Command Line Tool, Ajax, SOAP, WordPress

  • Freelance Web Developer

    2016 - 2017
    The Sterling Woods Group (via Toptal)
    • Created a theme.
    • Made a membership plugin and full structure.
    • Implemented Optimizely.
    • Implemented Google Analytics Events Tracking.
    • Did client-training about the content and membership handling.
    Technologies: WordPress, Optimizely, WooCommerce, News

  • Freelance Senior WordPress Developer

    2016 - 2016
    Calibrater Health (via Toptal)
    • Fixed their WordPress resource usage.
    • Optimized and sped-up their site.
    • Performed a migration and host setup.
    • Checked their Apache Daemon and added tweaks as necessary.
    Technologies: Apache, PHP, WordPress

  • Freelance PHP/WordPress Developer

    2016 - 2016
    Fill in the Blank (via Toptal)
    • Made a plugin for restricted content that links up to Contact Form 7.
    • Helped improve Ajax call experiences.
    • Fixed the styling of a few items.
    • Corrected a custom-made plugin for footer content.
    Technologies: jQuery, Bootstrap, WordPress, PHP, Full-stack, Debugging

  • Senior Web Application Developer (Contract-based)

    2016 - 2016
    Singh Transport Systems, Ltd.
    • Worked to get proper functional know-how of the new features they wanted in their existing application, based on WordPress.
    • Shifted their application on Pantheon and maintained version control on Bitbucket.
    • Debugged and added awesome features.
    • Implemented WP-CLI commands for data management and Cron processes for better performance.
    Technologies: WP-CLI, WordPress, PHP, Full-stack

  • Senior Web Engineer

    2013 - 2015
    Millenium Technosoft, Ltd.
    • Created WordPress responsive themes and plugins.
    • Managed a team of three assistant developers.
    • Used many APIs like PayPal, Stripe, Facebook, Instagram, and other REST/SOAP based APIs.
    • Created web services for various mobile apps.
    • Managed the VPS, WP Engine, Flywheel, and Pantheon environments for setting up till management.
    • Created a soccer video uploading and sharing platform in which I made themes and plugins from scratch.
    • Developed a plugin to synchronize inventory and sales with WooCommerce and eBay stores.
    • Created WP-CLI commands for regular backups on the local directory and uploading on Dropbox.
    Technologies: Genesis Framework, SOAP, REST, WooCommerce, PHP, WP-CLI, WordPress

  • PHP Application Developer

    2012 - 2013
    Millenium Technosoft, Ltd.
    • Worked on CMS like WordPress, Magento, and Joomla.
    • Started working on PHP-OOPS based programming and used the Code Igniter Framework.
    • Made a PHP application using GMAP where users can submit their complex requests to the admin and it was used by the government of Bogota.
    • Customized WordPress themes and plugins and used it as a base of other PHP applications.
    • Made a front-end dashboard for users with less privileges in WordPress.
    Technologies: CodeIgniter, Ajax, Joomla, Magento, WordPress, PHP

  • Assistant Software Developer (Administration Section)

    2009 - 2011
    Carnegie Mellon University
    • Worked on ASP-based CRM software.
    • Assisted the staff in learning how to use the software.
    • Helped in the transitioning of the software to PHP open source.
    Technologies: jQuery, JavaScript, CSS, HTML, PHP, ASP

Experience

  • Quicken Loans Arena WordPress Site

    I worked for Quicken Loans Arena, which is connected with the Cleveland Cavaliers, an amazing basketball team. I built this site using a Bootstrap-based custom theme which also used the Underscores framework.

  • CCCU News and Magazines Module
    https://bit.ly/2LKknSt

    I made custom post types and taxonomies and created a custom module for news and magazines as requested by the client. It used lazy loading, infinite scrolling, and several jQuery codes, which were used in the existing Symfony-based template.

  • Surety Systems
    https://www.suretysystems.com/

    I created a custom WordPress responsive theme from PSD using Avada as the parent theme. I also customized the Avada framework as needed with custom hooks and managed the Google Analytics and search console.

  • Legion
    http://bit.ly/2k8iePP

    I fixed responsive issues on their existing website and styling the Pardot forms according to the theme.

  • AssurX
    http://assurx.com

    I optimized the site for speed and search engine visibility.

  • Test IO | Design
    https://test.io

    I created a responsive Bootstrap theme with the Underscores framework.

  • HPE Service Blog | Design

    I created a responsive blog theme with AJAX support.

  • Sterling Woods Group | Design

    I created a WordPress theme with a responsive layout.

  • Party Like a Vegan | Design

    I customized a responsive theme as according to the designs in the PSDs given.

  • Bisura

    I created a responsive WordPress theme, made a car classified system within the theme, and also developed a detailed, layered-based search form.

  • Multifuse: White-label Digital Marketing Partner
    https://multifuse.com/

    I created the theme and the third-party plugin which uses WooCommerce and makes bundle products of SEO packages dynamically and also calculates the delivery time—based on the data, services, and options the user has selected.

  • TrueSides: All You Need to Know

    TrueSides is a leading source to stay up to date with the latest news, reviews/analysis, and about stuff that matters for the social generation.

    I created a magazine-based WordPress theme and a very elegant gallery to be used on articles with Google AdSense advertisements.

  • The Bathroom Factory

    I made the whole site which comprises of theme development and plugins (eBay and WooCommerce synchronization for inventory and orders).

  • Littlemico Copenhagen
    http://littlemico.com

    I created an eCommerce platform template. It has a feature where users can enter their custom text over a product and they can see it virtually on the product before purchasing.

  • Crowd Funding Exposure
    http://crowdfundingexposure.com/

    I created the theme for the site and a plugin for selling and managing the services they offer.

  • Text-to-speech Dictionaries | Read Clearly Dictionaries
    http://www.readtaclearly.com/text-to-speech-dictionaries/

    I created a full-text search based plugin which gives out results for the perfect pronunciation of English words in different accents. In the back-end, it crawls another website regularly and updates its database with Cron jobs.

  • Don't Hate WordPress: 5 Common Biases Debunked (Publication)
    https://www.toptal.com/wordpress/debunking-wordpress-myths
    Today, WordPress covers more than 50 percent of website shares and serves nearly 60 million websites worldwide. Its popularity has resulted in many misconceptions that have grown and spread like a forest fire, and have made people stay away from WordPress. In this post, Toptal Software Engineer Donald Mudenge explains the five most common WordPress taboos and myths, clarifies them, and offers solutions on how to overcome them.

Skills

  • Languages

    HTML, SCSS, JavaScript, SQL, CSS, PHP, PHP 7, XML, Sass, HTML5, CSS3, GraphQL

  • Frameworks

    Genesis Framework, Divi, Bootstrap, ASP, Symfony

  • Libraries/APIs

    WooCommerce API, REST APIs, jQuery, Salesforce API, Stripe API, Shopify API, FedEx API, UPS API, Parallax, BuddyPress, Stripe Connect, Instagram API, SendGrid API, WordPress API, Stripe, React, Underscore.js, Twilio API, Google Maps API, Google Places API, Authorize.net

  • Tools

    Git, Bitbucket, WPML, PageSpeed, Google Webmaster Tools, GitHub, WP-CLI, Sketch, GravityView, Android Jetpack, Zapier, Figma, Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), AffiliateWP, LearnDash, Apache, Auth0, Optimizely, cURL Command Line Tool, SuiteTalk, SendGrid, Pardot, ShipStation, Google Analytics, Composer, Gutenberg Editor, Sonar

  • Paradigms

    REST, Responsive Web Design (RWD), DevOps, Scrum, Stress Testing, Load Testing

  • Platforms

    Pantheon, WordPress Theme Design, Linux, WordPress, WooCommerce, Zendesk, MacOS, Windows, Salesforce, New Relic, Amazon Web Services (AWS)

  • Storage

    MySQL, WP Engine, Redis

  • Other

    Ajax, SOAP, Dokan, Marketplaces, ACF, Plugin Development, WP JSON, X Theme, Gravity Forms, APIs, eCommerce, WordPress Themes, WordPress Plugins, Elementor, Beaver Builder, Thrive Themes, Landing Pages, Automatic kismet (Akismet), Subscriptions, Customer Success Platforms, FacetWP, Shortcodes, MemberPress, Membership Sites, Webhook, DNS, WordPress Security, Wordfence Security, WordPress Optimization, XD to HTML, Responsive UI, Booking, Full-stack, PayPal, Debugging, Online Payments, WordPress Design, Paid Memberships, News, User Interface (UI), Google Search Console, Formidable, HubSpot, Stripe Subscriptions, CRM APIs, BrainTree, NetSuite, MailPoet, AdRotate, Search, Builder, Data Loading, Google, Optimization, Shipping, Custom Post Types, Symphony, PSD to PHP, Avada, Web Development, WebKit, Contact Form 7, Segment, Patches & Updates, Forge, Learning Management Systems (LMS), APM, PHP 8, Gapless 5, HTML5 Audio

Education

  • Master's Degree in Computer Science
    2007 - 2009
    Carnegie Mellon University in Rwanda - Kigali, Rwanda
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
    2004 - 2007
    Carnegie Mellon University in Rwanda - Kigali, Rwanda
  • High School Diploma in Commerce
    2002 - 2004
    Lycée de Kigali - Kigali, Rwanda

Certifications

  • The Complete 2022 Web Development Course
    JANUARY 2022 - PRESENT
    Udemy
  • Gutenberg Blocks for WordPress and React Developers
    SEPTEMBER 2021 - PRESENT
    Udemy
  • Ultimate WordPress Plugin Course
    APRIL 2014 - PRESENT
    Udemy
  • WordPress Development with Bootstrap
    APRIL 2014 - PRESENT
    Udemy
  • Responsive Websites With HTML and CSS
    MARCH 2014 - PRESENT
    Udemy

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