Matt Jaworski
Hello,
My name is Matt Jaworski, I am 25 years old and live in Munich, Germany. I am a back-end web developer, focused on object oriented PHP. I have experience with creating stand-alone applications and modifying (extending, fixing and integrating) systems that already exist (such as CMS, billing, CRM platforms, both open source and proprietary).
I have very good knowledge of PHP, MySQL, JavaScript and good knowledge of HTML and CSS. Versioning systems I use include git, svn and mercurial. I know my way around Linux (or other unix/unix-like) command line interface and use it on a daily basis. I have also written some Python middleware and website files & database replication scripts, as well as Perl and Bash automation scripts. I also have some very limited knowledge of Ruby and C++.
Personally
I read at least three books a month, usually on my Kindle. Majority of them are related to my work, and the other ones are usually Science-Fiction. S-F is my favorite genre in general – not only in books, but also films and TV (I am a fan of both Star Trek and Star Wars, what is often considered atypical).
My musical taste is much more varied. I listen to a wide range of genres, although I tend to lean towards the heavier and darker ones. Mostly metal, electro-industrial, and drum'n'bass, but I also appreciate classical music, jazz and classic rock.
Since 2011 I lead a healthy and balanced lifestyle – I run 10-20 times a month, work out on a regular basis and eat relatively healthy food. I also bike and swim from time to time. I am a fan of Apple tech and consider MacOS X the most comfortable Unix/Unix-like system to work on.
how I can help your business
Professional services
My services include: developing, modifying, extending, integrating, debugging and optimizing of software written in PHP (and Python with some limitations): CMS, CRM, Billing, E-Commerce, Blogging, Discussion Boards, Mass Mailing etc. I specialize in Open Source systems, although I have significant experience with proprietary systems.
Workflow
I provide application development on a project basis. I can work alone or with your existing team. I use versioning (SVN, Git) and can blend myself into your team's workflow and collaboration techniques. Before you know it, the job is done, changes commited and documentation created.
1. Extensions & modifications
I live and breathe components, modules, plugins, extensions and modifications of Open Source and proprietary software. My experience includes (to name a few) Joomla!, WHMCS, Wordpress, Magento, Vanilla, Virtuemart, OSCommerce... I can work with any system, the only requirements are some time and coffee.
3. Debugging & support
If you are using an Open Source or custom built application that looks and/or acts broken, I can help you by debugging and fixing the misbehaving software.
2. API & integrations
Everything that is based on interconnecting multiple platforms and systems - making them work together and share data. Examples include synchronizing user sign-ups from your website (eg Joomla!) to CRM (like Sugar or Infusionsoft), or from Billing (eg WHMCS) to Newsletter System (eg ConstantContact), plugging in CDN/Cloud Storage etc, Using APIs provided or custom built APIs, over LAN, or over the Internet.
4. Scaling & refactoring
If your application seems to be doing its job, but is very slow, drops connections, loses sessions or kills the database, you may need your code reviewed and optimized - fix programming that need to be revamped, redesign the database. I can also provide some advice about hosting, implementing cloud storage/content delivery networks, or even dedicated clustered environments.
my resume & selected projects
Please note: this section only features some of the projects I have finalized.
Almost half of my freelance jobs are based on non-disclosure agreements that explicitly forbid me to put the job in my portfolio.
The present
JomSocial
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Developer
Debugging, bug fixes, and technical support. Since November 2011.
www.azrul.com / www.jomsocial.com
Maxwell Consulting
Lexington, Texas, USA
Freelance Web Developer
Since 2011 I am helping with debugging, and partially refactoring and extending a custom application written for Joomla! by a 3rd party developer. I also provide general technical consulting, mostly about technologies used in the project, hosting etc.
www.RememberGodsWord.com
Intown Web Design
Atlanta, Georgia, USAFreelance Web Developer
My cooperation with the company began in 2010, when I was contracted to create an in-house reporting application gathering, analyzing and graphing income data from various affiliate programs. I work for IWD on a regular project basis since then.
www.intownwebdesign.com
The past
CYT Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Freelance Web Developer
In 2011 I wrote a small in-house Joomla! reporting compontent that uses plugins to generate various sales reports based on data pulled from a VirtueMart database.
In-house app, not online.
Open Source Support Desk
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Independent Consultant
In 2011 I helped solve a handful of problems as an independent consultant and a part-time senior support engineer - mostly issues with Open Source software that needed some engineering insight, like debugging and refactoring Open Source systems and extensions.
www.OpenSourceSupportDesk.com
Dot 360 interactive agency
Warsaw, PolandFreelance Web Developer
In 2011 I helped implement, customize, extend and refactor/optimize the Vanilla forum engine for the Witcher 2 video game community website. The community has over 1.5 million registered users (and the number is still growing).
www.dot360.pl
www.thewitcher.com
CloudAccess
Traverse City, Michigan, USACo-Founder & Chief Technology Officer
Since 2008, I participated in design and development of a Joomla! CMS Software As A Service (SAAS) hosting platform. The platform eventually became Joomla!'s official host. I left the company in 2011.
www.cloudaccess.net
PixelCriminals
London, UKFreelance Web Developer
In 2009 and 2010 we finalized a few small and medium Joomla! and Wordpress related projects.
www.pixelcriminals.com
4creo
Warsaw, PolandFreelance Web Developer
In 2010 and 2011 I participated in a few customized implementations of the Joomla! CMS.
www.4creo.com
MamboAssistance
London, UKLead Developer
Working for that company got me introduced into the Open Source world in late 2007. Mostly focused on Mambo and Joomla (1.0 at first and 1.5 a bit later), the company provided support, templating and custom extensions development.
the website is offline
My customers, and co-workers about me
While having massive issues with a website that is for pediatric cancer, Matt kindly and trustingly worked out all the issues at no cost. He was quick, helpful and supportive in assisting the site. Grateful for his expertise in this situation that got the site up within a few hours once he worked on it. Thank you Matt!
Great Results, good value, high integrity
Matt is doing a great job and every company would be lucky to have him. I've been doing Joomla sites for years and his response was the first time anyone has ever added a personal touch to a help request. It was very nice, thanks for that.
Matt is focused and dedicated. He has a level of pride that is rare in today's marketplace and even more rare for someone his age. He is responsible and has a keen sense of what is best for his client. Matt thinks through the real-world application of what he is producing and does whatever it takes for all affected to be extremely pleased with the result. Matt is driven. He gets in the yoke with the client. Your project is his project. Matt is a outstanding communicator. He is straight-forward and confident enough to express his opinions and give input, but does it in a very respectful way that often leads to fertile soil for the birth of new and better ideas. Give Matt a shot and you will not be disappointed.
Matt did a great job developing a custom Joomla reporting component for a client of mine. He did this quickly and at a very reasonable price. I look forward to our next project together.
Matt is an engineer who can simply do the job right. No hassle, no missing deadlines and the estimate was right on target. I'm looking forward to our future work together again.
Matt is an excellent programmer with extensive knowledge and experience. Exhibit a professional approach to every task. He is highly communicative and fully active in the group. Working with him was pure pleasure.
Get in touch
If you are looking for an employee, need a project done or just want to chat general business, feel free to send me an e-mail, or add me on Skype. You can also friend me on Facebook and follow me on Twitter. Last, but not least, I also have my professional profiles on LinkedIn and XING.