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Skyllar Savona

@skyllarsavona

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Innovative Frontend Developer with UX expertise and 3+ years experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values innovation and user-centered design, where I can further develop my skills and contribute to impactful projects.

As an innovative Frontend Developer with over three years of experience, I specialize in creating accessible and high-performance web solutions. My expertise lies in implementing user-centered designs and conducting usability testing to ensure that every project meets the highest standards of accessibility and user experience. I have a proven track record of developing UI component libraries that achieve 100% WCAG 2.2 AA compliance, showcasing my commitment to inclusive design.

At Dojo Innovations, I designed and developed a React-based UI component library featuring over 50 components built with Tailwind CSS. My role involved synthesizing user feedback to continuously improve UI/UX, resulting in a significant reduction of friction points by 40%. I also established automated accessibility testing pipelines using GitHub Actions, maintaining over 95% test coverage, which underscores my dedication to quality and compliance in web development.

My educational background in Psychology, combined with my Frontend Web Developer Certification, equips me with a unique perspective on user experience optimization. I am passionate about mentoring others in React, TypeScript, and accessibility best practices, and I strive to create user-centered interfaces that enhance engagement and satisfaction.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Frontend Developer & Accessibility Specialist

Current

Dojo Innovations, LLC

Mar 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)

Designed and developed a React-based UI component library (50+ components) achieving 100% WCAG 2.2 AA compliance. Established automated accessibility testing pipelines using GitHub Actions, maintaining 95%+ test coverage and ensuring ARIA WCAG 2.2 AA compliance.

React TypeScript JavaScript HTML5 CSS3 RESTful APIs Firebase GraphQL AWS Vercel Context API Git Webpack NPM

Frontend Developer Intern

Frontend Simplified

May 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Led development of a full-stack SaaS e-library platform using React 18, Next.js, and Firebase. Established CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, reducing deployment time by 40%.

WordPress User Flows Figma Wireframing CI CD Lighthouse User Testing Agile Development React Next.js Firebase GitHub Actions

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Capella University

Bachelors of Science, Psychology

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, focusing on understanding human behavior and cognitive processes. This background informs user experience design and accessibility considerations in web development.

Frontend Simplified

Certification, Frontend Web Development

Obtained a Frontend Web Developer Certification, gaining expertise in modern web technologies and development practices. This program covered essential skills for building responsive and accessible web applications.