Gregory Scott Johnson

Gregory Johnson Web Developer, Innovator, Teacher Contact-(561) 386 - 4482 devgreg.com Experience Freelance Contractor, Remote Artera AI – April 2024 – Present - Revamped the performance and functionality of a corporate-facing website for a cutting-edge AI company by refactoring and optimizing site blocks. Addressed critical issues such as filtering logic errors, ensuring seamless and reliable operation across the site. Engineered and deployed custom Gutenberg block layouts tailored to the company’s unique needs, incorporating modern development practices to create a streamlined and user-centric WordPress editing environment. In addition to front-end development, I also created custom components for the site to enhance user interactions and provide dynamic content. ICS Creative – January 2024 – Present – Created custom Gutenberg blocks and meticulously laid out interfaces according to high-level design specifications. Developed and optimized a diverse library of static and dynamic Gutenberg blocks using a custom-built compiler, enhancing block development efficiency and ensuring seamless integration with WordPress editing environments. Implemented advanced features such as custom AJAX functionality for dynamic user interactions and bespoke database solutions to meet unique content needs. Designed tailored WooCommerce solutions, including customized checkout processes, to elevate e-commerce functionality and user experience. CCS Interactive – June 2024 – December 2024 – Built a comprehensive library of static and dynamic Gutenberg blocks using a custom-built compiler, streamlining block development and improving maintainability. Implemented advanced features, including custom AJAX functionality for dynamic user interactions, bespoke database tables to accommodate unique content requirements, and tailored WooCommerce solutions such as custom checkout processes to elevate the e-commerce experience. Pieces Technology - November 2023 – March 2024 – Designed and developed a fully custom WordPress theme, converting detailed design specifications into a pixel-perfect, responsive, and scalable implementation. Integrated custom Gutenberg block layouts, empowering content editors with intuitive tools to manage and update content efficiently while maintaining consistent design standards. X-Team - July 2023 – February 2024 – Redesigned and optimized client websites by developing reusable Gutenberg blocks and introducing a scalable, high-performance content management system. Leveraged core WordPress features and custom tooling to enable clients to take full advantage of the native Gutenberg editor's flexibility and functionality. XWP - June 2021-July 2023 – Specialized in custom WordPress theme development for an industry-leading WordPress engineering company, utilizing advanced technologies like PHP, JavaScript, React, and CSS/SASS. Designed and implemented modular layouts and cutting-edge WordPress solutions, integrating native page-building tools and REST API functionality for seamless user experiences. Built Mighty/Little Rhino - October 2021- October 2023 - Collaborated with enterprise-level organizations to manage intricate Git CI/CD ecosystems, with a focus on granular branching, merging strategies, and automated deployment workflows. Modernized legacy websites by developing bespoke front-end frameworks and utilizing advanced CSS modules such as Flexbox and Grid to deliver responsive, scalable designs. Mower and Associates - November 2020-January 2022 - Led the complete redesign of the corporate website, optimizing site architecture and improving page load performance. Ensured cross-browser compatibility using tools like Chrome Inspector and BrowserStack. Translated designs from Figma and Zeplin into responsive WordPress themes, integrating custom elements refined with Photoshop to deliver visually polished and functional solutions. The Digital Intellect, West Palm Beach – Web Director 2020 Revamped the department’s workflow by creating a custom front-end framework and theme aligned with modern WordPress standards, reducing plugin dependencies and improving security. Introduced Gutenberg ACF code blocks to empower content teams with dynamic website element creation, cutting build times from months to just over a week. Education Valencia College, Orlando, FL — A.A. in Communications Full Sail University, Orlando, FL — A.S. in Recording Arts Skills Front • JavaScript • jQuery • WordPress • React • Photoshop • Flexbox • Sass • CSS3 • Bootstrap • Page Speed Back • PHP • SQL • Gulp • Git • Docker