Web Development
React
CSS
Hello! I'm Mel 👋
Turning ideas
into Tech
Turning ideas
into Tech
Building the tech to power your purpose.
Building the tech to power your purpose.
Full Stack Developer
Services
And an open conversation about cost, from day one.
What's included
Savings
Designs
See it before it goes live
If needed, we'll use a "test version" of your site so you can preview everything before it goes live.
Full visibility
See progress anytime on our shared project board (I usually set you up with Asana, but open to others!).
You are kept in the loop
Regular updates, communicated how you like (email, Google Chat, Slack, Weekly Standups, etc.!).
Let's Chat First!
Free 30-minute chat to understand what you need.
Easy to Follow Update
I'll send you quick video updates (using Loom) to show you new features and explain how they work.
It's All Yours!
Your project belongs to you. I'll make sure you know how to manage it and where everything is if you work with someone else later.
What's included
Savings
Designs
See it before it goes live
If needed, we'll use a "test version" of your site so you can preview everything before it goes live.
Let's Chat First!
Free 30-minute chat to understand what you need.
Full visibility
See progress anytime on our shared project board (I usually set you up with Asana, but open to others!).
Easy to Follow Update
I'll send you quick video updates (using Loom) to show you new features and explain how they work.
You are kept in the loop
Regular updates, communicated how you like (email, Google Chat, Slack, Weekly Standups, etc.!).
It's All Yours!
Your project belongs to you. I'll make sure you know how to manage it and where everything is if you work with someone else later.
Included
Savings
Designs
See it before it goes live
If needed, we'll use a "test version" of your site so you can preview everything before it goes live.
Let's Chat First!
Free 30-minute chat to understand what you need.
Full visibility
See progress anytime on our shared project board (I usually set you up with Asana, but open to others!).
Easy to Follow Update
I'll send you quick video updates (using Loom) to show you new features and explain how they work.
You are kept in the loop
Regular updates, communicated how you like (email, Google Chat, Slack, Weekly Standups, etc.!).
It's All Yours!
Your project belongs to you. I'll make sure you know how to manage it and where everything is if you work with someone else later.
Some of the tools I work with:
🌎 wordpress
🎨 Elementor
💻 Webflow
👩💻 custom code
⚡️ Zapier
🔗 Make
🤖 IFTTT
👩💻 Google Scripts
📊 notion
📬 BREVO
🎨 Flodesk
📬 Mailchimp
👯♀️ klaviyo
🔎 Hubspot
☁️ cloud platforms
🌍 netlify
🤖 docker
👩💻 darklang
🖥️ react & vue
💻 php
💅 css / tailwind
🔧 typescript
🧳 node
📊 retool
🎨 softr
⚙️ cpanel
🔌 domain providers
🔐 cloudflare
📊 airtable
How I work
It all starts with a chat 😊
Have a tech challenge? Let's talk it through. Even if a custom solution isn't the right fit, I can help point you toward free or existing tools to get you started. Feel free to reach out anytime.
01.
Idea
We start with complimentary calls to understand your goals and big-picture vision. Together, we'll then create a clear action plan and a cost effective proposal.
02.
Asana Board & Admin
Once we've agreed to work together you'll be sent a contract outlining the scope of work and I'll set up the Asana board for you and your team
03.
Development
I build your tech as a partnership, giving you a clear view of your project as it's being built so the final solution aligns with your vision and values, with no surprises along the way.
04.
Feedback
We repeat steps 02 and 03 to develop and refine. You will provide feedback in a way that suits you and your team! Whether that's via the Asana board or jumping on a quick call!
05.
Launch
When the project is completed, I will ensure you have everything you need to update your new digital platform yourself through recorded Loom demos and/or handover sessions!
06.
Support
Our journey doesn't need to end at the launch if you don't want it to! I'm on hand for any questions or long term development needs. Don't hesitate to ask! I will always do my best to help!
01.
Idea
We start with complimentary calls to understand your goals and big-picture vision. Together, we'll then create a clear action plan and a cost effective proposal.
02.
Asana Board & Admin
Once we've agreed to work together you'll be sent a contract outlining the scope of work and I'll set up the Asana board for you and your team
03.
Development
I build your tech as a partnership, giving you a clear view of your project as it's being built so the final solution aligns with your vision and values, with no surprises along the way.
04.
Feedback
We repeat steps 02 and 03 to develop and refine. You will provide feedback in a way that suits you and your team! Whether that's via the Asana board or jumping on a quick call!
05.
Launch
When the project is completed, I will ensure you have everything you need to update your new digital platform yourself through recorded Loom demos and/or handover sessions!
06.
Support
Our journey doesn't need to end at the launch if you don't want it to! I'm on hand for any questions or long term development needs. Don't hesitate to ask! I will always do my best to help!
01.
Idea
We start with complimentary calls to understand your goals and big-picture vision. Together, we'll then create a clear action plan and a cost effective proposal.
02.
Asana Board & Admin
Once we've agreed to work together you'll be sent a contract outlining the scope of work and I'll set up the Asana board for you and your team
03.
Development
I build your tech as a partnership, giving you a clear view of your project as it's being built so the final solution aligns with your vision and values, with no surprises along the way.
04.
Feedback
We repeat steps 02 and 03 to develop and refine. You will provide feedback in a way that suits you and your team! Whether that's via the Asana board or jumping on a quick call!
05.
Launch
When the project is completed, I will ensure you have everything you need to update your new digital platform yourself through recorded Loom demos and/or handover sessions!
06.
Support
Our journey doesn't need to end at the launch if you don't want it to! I'm on hand for any questions or long term development needs. Don't hesitate to ask! I will always do my best to help!
Mel is one of the best developers I’ve worked with during 2 decades in digital media. She understands the interplay between tech, editorial and business needs; helps us prioritise so we meet internal and external deadlines; and has been invaluable in helping us build our site, community and business in an efficient and cost-effective way. 5 stars!
Jennifer Howze
NOON (previously: BritMums, Netmums, The Times Online)
Thank you so much Mel, we really appreciate you ❤ BTW your videos are so helpful, I use them all the time! Added a new member today – easy with your help, thank you x
Rebecca Deacon
HR Star
Your work helped us to double our reach - over 15 million more impressions of our content that wouldn't have happened! 😄😄
Ana
Sentient Media
Mel has been a lifesaver. Mel has excellent communication skills and has always made me feel confident with the solution she chooses, explaining it to me in a way that makes sense. The best part about working with Mel is that she always goes above and beyond and will spot things that I may not have noticed, and ensure the best possible customer journey for me. I can confidently say that life has been much simpler and a lot less stressful since having Mel around. Would highly recommend her for any work you need doing 🙂
Katie Gray
Talking Tourist
We love working with Mel - not only she is super smart and hard working but she is really proactive and a great problem solver. Her communication skills are first class - the day we found an excellent developer who also has excellent project management skills was a very lucky day for us.
Jocelyn Cripps
Noon
You've been an absolute life line to us. So great to have you as a member as well as a team member 💪
Lara Sheldrake
Found & Flourish
Melenie is one of those people everybody should feel lucky to have hired, and I have certainly felt that way every day that we worked together. She has an amazing attitude towards life and work. Passionate about her job, she is always looking to learn, grow, improve herself and her output. As curious and clever as she is, she is not afraid of moving away of her comfort zone and to find new solutions, but at the same time she is the best as managing people's expectations.
Alessandro
Primo Toys
Mel is one of the best developers I’ve worked with during 2 decades in digital media. She understands the interplay between tech, editorial and business needs; helps us prioritise so we meet internal and external deadlines; and has been invaluable in helping us build our site, community and business in an efficient and cost-effective way. 5 stars!
Jennifer Howze
NOON (previously: BritMums, Netmums, The Times Online)
Thank you so much Mel, we really appreciate you ❤ BTW your videos are so helpful, I use them all the time! Added a new member today – easy with your help, thank you x
Rebecca Deacon
HR Star
Your work helped us to double our reach - over 15 million more impressions of our content that wouldn't have happened! 😄😄
Ana
Sentient Media
Mel has been a lifesaver. Mel has excellent communication skills and has always made me feel confident with the solution she chooses, explaining it to me in a way that makes sense. The best part about working with Mel is that she always goes above and beyond and will spot things that I may not have noticed, and ensure the best possible customer journey for me. I can confidently say that life has been much simpler and a lot less stressful since having Mel around. Would highly recommend her for any work you need doing 🙂
Katie Gray
Talking Tourist
We love working with Mel - not only she is super smart and hard working but she is really proactive and a great problem solver. Her communication skills are first class - the day we found an excellent developer who also has excellent project management skills was a very lucky day for us.
Jocelyn Cripps
Noon
You've been an absolute life line to us. So great to have you as a member as well as a team member 💪
Lara Sheldrake
Found & Flourish
Melenie is one of those people everybody should feel lucky to have hired, and I have certainly felt that way every day that we worked together. She has an amazing attitude towards life and work. Passionate about her job, she is always looking to learn, grow, improve herself and her output. As curious and clever as she is, she is not afraid of moving away of her comfort zone and to find new solutions, but at the same time she is the best as managing people's expectations.
Alessandro
Primo Toys
Mel is one of the best developers I’ve worked with during 2 decades in digital media. She understands the interplay between tech, editorial and business needs; helps us prioritise so we meet internal and external deadlines; and has been invaluable in helping us build our site, community and business in an efficient and cost-effective way. 5 stars!
Jennifer Howze
NOON (previously: BritMums, Netmums, The Times Online)
Thank you so much Mel, we really appreciate you ❤ BTW your videos are so helpful, I use them all the time! Added a new member today – easy with your help, thank you x
Rebecca Deacon
HR Star
Your work helped us to double our reach - over 15 million more impressions of our content that wouldn't have happened! 😄😄
Ana
Sentient Media
Mel has been a lifesaver. Mel has excellent communication skills and has always made me feel confident with the solution she chooses, explaining it to me in a way that makes sense. The best part about working with Mel is that she always goes above and beyond and will spot things that I may not have noticed, and ensure the best possible customer journey for me. I can confidently say that life has been much simpler and a lot less stressful since having Mel around. Would highly recommend her for any work you need doing 🙂
Katie Gray
Talking Tourist
We love working with Mel - not only she is super smart and hard working but she is really proactive and a great problem solver. Her communication skills are first class - the day we found an excellent developer who also has excellent project management skills was a very lucky day for us.
Jocelyn Cripps
Noon
You've been an absolute life line to us. So great to have you as a member as well as a team member 💪
Lara Sheldrake
Found & Flourish
Melenie is one of those people everybody should feel lucky to have hired, and I have certainly felt that way every day that we worked together. She has an amazing attitude towards life and work. Passionate about her job, she is always looking to learn, grow, improve herself and her output. As curious and clever as she is, she is not afraid of moving away of her comfort zone and to find new solutions, but at the same time she is the best as managing people's expectations.
Alessandro
Primo Toys
Portfolio
A few projects
Workflow Automation
Data Automation
Wordpress
Web Development
Elementor
Web Development
React
CSS
Halfords
With Code & Wander I developed the Tyre Life Calculator embed to show users how many months they have left before they need to replace their tyre
Halfords
Web Development
React
CSS
With Code & Wander I developed the Tyre Life Calculator embed to show users how many months they have left before they need to replace their tyre
Have questions?
Do you charge hourly or on spec?
I don't offer an hourly rate, but I'm happy to provide you with a day rate. If you prefer a project-based rate, we can review the project scope together to make sure it covers everything you need. For projects, I typically require a 25% deposit to get started.
How long have you been a developer?
I've been a developer for 15+ years and in that time I have worked for variety of small, medium and large companies. Check out my About Page and Portfolio to find out more 😊
Are you able to design my new website too?
Unfortunately I'm not a Web Designer. However if you already have a design or a pretty good idea of what you want then drop me a message as I may be able to help!
I know I need a Developer but I'm not really sure why, can you help?
Absolutely fine! Send me a message or book me for a chat and I'm more than happy to point you in the right direction. Even if I can help you - you're under no obligation to continue with me after our initial chat!
I want to learn to code!
That’s fantastic! I truly believe everyone can learn to code. As a web developer with a background as a trained teacher, I specialise in making complex concepts easy to understand. Keep an eye out for upcoming workshops, but in the meantime, I'm available for bespoke company training sessions. Let's talk about what I can build for your team.
I would love if you spoke at my event!
And I would love to speak at your event and learn more about it! To discuss my availability and how I can best support you, please get in touch through my contact form or book a call with me.