Edward Shortt
@edwardshortt
Senior full-stack developer with expertise in modern web applications.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
I am a senior full-stack developer with extensive experience in building and modernizing web applications across various sectors, including education, e-commerce, and enterprise. My ability to translate business goals into reliable and maintainable systems has been a cornerstone of my career. I have a proven track record of delivering measurable results, such as achieving an 80% reduction in manual processes and significantly improving issue resolution times across distributed systems.
In my current role as a Senior Developer at Kings Education, I lead the modernization of CRM and public web systems, successfully integrating Dynamics 365 CRM with third-party platforms and automating data flows. My freelance work has also allowed me to design and develop custom applications that enhance operational efficiency, such as a booking system that reduced patient no-shows by 25%. I thrive in environments where I can mentor others and lead projects from inception to completion, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
Experience
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Senior Developer
Kings Education
Jun 2022 - Present (3 years 1 month)
Led the modernisation of CRM, Smart Brochure, and public web systems, integrating Dynamics 365 CRM with a third-party enrolment platform. Modernised the internal Smart Brochure platform and rebuilt the MODX-powered homepage, connecting forms to Dynamics 365 via Web API.
Freelance Developer
Freelance
Aug 2019 - Present (5 years 11 months)
Designed and developed a custom browser-based booking and client management app for a private healthcare provider, reducing patient no-shows by 25%. Built and deployed over 10 Laravel and JavaScript ecommerce platforms with integrated payments and tailored dashboards.
Lead Developer
Watman Worth Web Ltd
Dec 2017 - Present (7 years 7 months)
Solely developed a custom single-page CRM for a national conveyancing firm using React and Laravel, supporting over 150 concurrent users. Improved team workflow by introducing Git Flow version control and Agile-style development rhythms, reducing release cycles from monthly to weekly.
Senior Developer
Me Learning Ltd
Jun 2017 - Present (8 years 1 month)
Refactored a legacy PHP LMS into a modular architecture, introducing a RESTful API to enable a single-page frontend. Integrated the LMS with a third-party sales system used by 20+ local authorities to manage course access and invoicing workflows.
Software Developer
WinWeb International Ltd
Jun 2009 - Present (16 years 1 month)
Built and maintained a suite of cloud-based office applications for SMEs, including CRM, Email, Calendar, and Analytics tools, used by over 10,000 users. Integrated the platform with HMRC’s VAT submission service and automated deployments to halve release time.
Software Developer
Linesave Ltd
Jul 2007 - Present (18 years)
Developed and maintained a custom ecommerce platform rolled out to over 200 retailer sites, supporting more than £5 million in annual transactions. Built core features including product catalogue management, basket logic, and payment gateway integration.
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