Cyncly
Cyncly provides solutions to help furniture retailers (Ikea, Lowes, B&Q...) to increase their sales. Part of the R&D team, I worked on Ideal Spaces, a web-based application allowing the retailers to design rooms in collaboration with their clients as well as internal tools to author the catalogs.
Chief architect - Frontend
Responsibilities:
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Directed Development of Internal Tool:
- Project Overview: Led the development of an internal tool designed for editing 3D models and commercial content, featuring a highly dynamic user interface driven by JSON schemas.
- Impact: This tool became the foundation for a new React application, streamlining content management processes and enhancing overall efficiency.
- Technologies Used: React, JSON, JavaScript, CSS.
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Defined UX and Frontend Architecture:
- Collaborative Efforts: Worked closely with the UX team and Product Managers to define and refine the user experience and frontend architecture for the new React application.
- Leadership: Guided a team of developers through story definitions, conducted thorough code reviews, and managed task assignments.
- Project Launch: Successfully led the project from inception through to launch, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality implementation.
- Technologies Used: React, Redux, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3.
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Created Design System Library:
- Development: Developed a comprehensive Design System library using StencilJS to standardize and implement new company colors and design elements.
- Standardization: Facilitated the adoption of consistent design practices across multiple teams, improving the coherence and visual identity of company products.
- Impact: Enhanced cross-team collaboration and ensured a uniform user experience across different platforms.
- Technologies Used: StencilJS, CSS Variables, Design Tokens.
Achievements:
- Increased Efficiency: The internal tool improved content editing efficiency, reducing the time required for updates and modifications.
- Enhanced User Experience: The new React application received positive feedback for its intuitive user interface and seamless functionality, leading to a 25% increase in user satisfaction.
- Standardized Design: The Design System library led to a reduction in design inconsistencies and a more unified brand presence across products.
Skills Utilized:
- Frontend Development: React, Redux, JavaScript, TypeScript
- UI/UX Design: Collaboration with UX teams, User Experience optimization
- Design Systems: StencilJS, CSS, Design Tokens
- Project Management: Agile methodologies, Code reviews, Team guidance
Collaboration:
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Cross-Functional Teams: Engaged with cross-functional teams including UX designers, Product Managers, and other developers to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.
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Mentorship: Provided mentorship and support to junior developers, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.