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Louis
Cloete

Full-Stack Developer

Project Leader

Developing full-stack solutions with creativity and
technical excellence.

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About Me

MY STORY

I’m a Full-Stack Developer with a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Science from the University of Pretoria. I have seamlessly transitioned from the CEO of a successful production company to a passionate technologist. My journey is marked by a continuous quest for knowledge, evidenced by recent enrolments in the MIT Professional Certificate in Coding: Full Stack Development with MERN and The Complete 2024 Web Development Bootcamp by Angela Yu. Specialising in the development of full-stack solutions, I am committed to blending creativity with technical excellence across every project.

With over a decade of leadership experience, I have orchestrated high-profile events for prestigious organisations such as the Nobel Prize, Times Higher Education, and the University of Pretoria. My proven track record extends to serving several heads of state, including those of Germany and France. This experience has honed my skills in project management, team leadership, and the development of efficient processes, ensuring seamless execution and outstanding results.

Key Achievements:

  • Pioneered the development and management of an advanced event booking system, enhancing operational efficiency for clients.
  • Demonstrated exceptional project management and leadership in organising large-scale events for world-renowned organisations and dignitaries.

Outside of my professional pursuits, I am a multi-faceted individual with diverse interests that fuel my creativity and drive for innovation. Whether exploring challenging mountain bike trails, delving into the strategies of Formula 1, or unwinding to the serene compositions of Ludovico Einaudi, my pursuits outside of work inspire and energise my professional endeavors.

I also dedicate time to volunteer work, particularly in enhancing the livestreaming capabilities of local churches, reinforcing my belief in the transformative power of technology to build community and foster inclusivity.

At my core, I am supported by a loving family whose encouragement is the bedrock of my ambitions. As I venture into new opportunities, I am enthusiastic about applying my unique blend of skills, experiences, and passions to contribute significantly to innovative projects, continually driven by a dedication to excellence and a zeal for technological advancement.

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Education

continuous learning

Experience

2012 - Present

Owner of Louis Cloete Productions

CEO, Developer, Producer

Skills

LEADERSHIP AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Strategic Planning and Organising

Proficient in setting clear goals, developing strategies, and creating detailed project plans to achieve objectives efficiently.

Decision Making and Risk Management

Capable of making informed decisions, assessing risks, and implementing mitigation strategies to minimise their impact on project outcomes.

Team Building and Stakeholder Management

Skilled in assembling diverse teams, fostering collaboration, and effectively engaging stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals.

Communication and Task Tracking

Excellent communication skills to convey vision, expectations, and progress updates clearly, while also tracking tasks and monitoring project progress to maintain adherence to timelines.

Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement

Adept at identifying issues, analysing root causes, and implementing effective solutions to keep projects on track, while also dedicating to evaluating performance and implementing enhancements for future projects.

FRONT-END DEVELOPER

HTML 5

Proficient in creating structured and semantic web content using the latest version of Hypertext Markup Language.

CSS 3

Skilled in styling and formatting web pages with Cascading Style Sheets to enhance visual presentation and user experience.

Bootstrap

Capable of utilising Bootstrap framework to rapidly develop responsive and mobile-friendly websites and applications.

JavaScript ES6

Well-versed in writing modern JavaScript code using ECMAScript 6 standards to create dynamic and interactive web functionality.

DOM Manipulation

Capable of manipulating Document Object Model elements dynamically using JavaScript to modify web page content and behavior.

jQuery

Skilled in utilising the jQuery library to simplify JavaScript programming, enabling streamlined DOM traversal, manipulation, and event handling.

BACK-END DEVELOPER

Node.js

Proficient in building scalable server-side applications using Node.js, emphasising non-blocking, event-driven architecture for optimal performance.

Express.js

Capable of developing robust web applications and RESTful APIs with Express.js, leveraging its powerful routing and middleware capabilities for efficient back-end services.

EJS

Proficient in using Embedded JavaScript templating (EJS) to create dynamic web page content, enabling seamless server-side rendering and improved user experiences.

REST API

Adept at designing and implementing RESTful APIs, ensuring secure, scalable, and maintainable interactions between clients and servers across diverse web applications.

Databases

Proficient in data modeling, management, and querying with PostgreSQL, ensuring data integrity, performance, and scalability in web application development.

Additional skills

COMPLEMENTARY EXPERTISE

  • Git, GitHub and Version Control
  • Amazon Web Services EC2
  • WordPress
  • Elementor
  • Google Workspace
  • Project Management Systems – Trello
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe lnDesign
  • Adobe Audition

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    Louis Cloete
    Full-Stack Developer
    • email louis(at)louiscloete(dot)com
    • phone (+27) 72 901 2387
    • Country South Africa