Visca Gaming — Forum & App
Full-Stack Contributions · 2026
Contributions to Visca's forum and web app: an interactive map, daily rewards, a Stripe checkout store page, and focused bug fixes across the product.
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Open to Junior Web Developer opportunities
Junior Web Developer
Michael Downard
Self-taught full-stack developer building web applications with React, Next.js, and TypeScript. Currently seeking a junior developer role in the UK.
About
I'm a web developer on the Isle of Wight, building for the web since 2021. Through my studio Emberzo I've shipped real projects for clients and communities — from React and Next.js builds to custom Shopify storefronts — and I'm now looking for a junior developer role where I can keep growing.
Projects
View all workVisca Gaming
Community Platform Rebuild · 2026
Community site rebuild for a gaming group. Replaced a dated, hard-to-update website with a cleaner experience and faster content updates.
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Padraigs Fireworks
Paid Client · 2025
Shopify customization and catalog rollout for a fireworks retailer to support seasonal sales spikes and a wider product range.
ShopifyLiquidShopify Apps
Property Care
Full-Stack Demo Application · 2026
A practical demo website for trades and property maintenance businesses, focused on service clarity, local trust signals, and lead generation.
ReactTypeScriptTailwind CSS
Skills
Frontend
- React
- Next.js
- TypeScript
- JavaScript
- HTML & CSS
- Tailwind CSS
Backend
- Node.js
- REST APIs
- Prisma
Tools & Platforms
- Git
- Vercel
- Shopify
- Linux
Experience
Dec 2025 — Present
Emberzo
Freelance / Independent Web Development
Building and shipping websites and web apps using React, Next.js, and Shopify.
Sep 2024 — Dec 2025
Michealdev
Personal Development Projects
Built and deployed full-stack applications using Next.js, TypeScript, and Prisma.
Oct 2024 — Present
The Ecology Centre
Volunteer Web Developer
Helping maintain and improve the website alongside other technical problem-solving.
Nov 2024 — Dec 2024
The Nomad Alliance
Web Developer
Web developer for the Need a Bed (NAB) project.
Contact
I'm currently looking for junior developer opportunities, and I'm always open to new projects through Emberzo. If you'd like to chat, feel free to reach out.