My name is Tom Rago, a passionate self-taught frontend developer and UX designer with a robust foundation in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
With over four years of experience in frontend development and two years in UX design, I bring a unique blend of design and technical expertise to create responsive, user-friendly, and visually engaging web applications. Specializing in React, I excel at turning design concepts into fully functional websites that deliver seamless user experiences across all devices.
My UX design background ensures that my development work is guided by a deep understanding of user needs, resulting in intuitive and impactful digital products. I'm always eager to take on new challenges and collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions.
SkillMatch was a design and development project aimed at creating an accessible and responsive job board platform for connecting job seekers with employers. Using React, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS, I developed intuitive interfaces for key pages like the homepage, job categories, blogs, and authentication screens. On the backend, I utilized Firebase for database management and user authentication, implementing a scalable content seeding process for blog posts and categories. Accessibility was a priority, and I followed WCAG guidelines to ensure keyboard navigation, sufficient color contrast, and compatibility with assistive technologies. I also addressed challenges like formatting blog content stored in Firebase, ensuring proper paragraph breaks by incorporating HTML tags during the seeding process. The platform provides job seekers with an easy-to-navigate experience and employers with efficient tools to manage job postings and attract top talent. By balancing aesthetics and functionality, the platform delivers a modern, inclusive solution for its audience.
This full-stack project for PetHaven showcases my skills in both frontend and backend development. Using React, Next.js, and Tailwind CSS, I created a responsive e-commerce website with smooth Framer Motion animations. The backend utilizes Firebase for real-time data and authentication, with MongoDB as the primary database. Key challenges included balancing performance with rich features and ensuring seamless integration between frontend and backend. Targeting pet owners, the site offers a secure, user-friendly interface for browsing and purchasing supplies. The result is an engaging, efficient platform that meets the client's needs and provides a competitive edge in the pet supply market.
In this project, I was responsible for both the design and front-end development of a Halloween-themed event website. I developed an immersive visual style with a dark, spooky aesthetic, user-friendly layouts, and interactive elements like a glowing “JOIN THE PARTY” button, an animated event schedule, and a guest list registration form. My focus was on balancing a Halloween atmosphere with clear readability, using contrasting colors and subtle animations to highlight important actions without overwhelming the user experience. The final site successfully captured the holiday spirit, engaged visitors, and simplified guest registration. Feedback was very positive, with users praising the themed design, smooth navigation, and interactive elements that enhanced the event’s excitement.
The Pure Comfort HVAC Services website, built with Webflow, is a responsive and SEO-optimized platform for a leading HVAC provider in Washington Crossing, PA. This project focused on creating a clean and simple user experience, featuring: A user-friendly contact form for customers to easily request a callback, aligning with the client’s preference for straightforward communication. An interactive service catalog showcasing the company’s HVAC services, such as installations, maintenance, and repairs. Zapier integration to automate the collection and display of customer reviews, keeping the site up-to-date with real-time feedback. Using Webflow’s visual development tools, I ensured the site remained fast, responsive, and easy to update, while the Zapier integration streamlined customer review management. The project led to a 30% increase in organic traffic within three months, improving customer engagement and driving business growth.
The Brewly website, created using Framer, reflects the brand’s commitment to providing an immersive coffee experience. The project involved designing a sleek, minimalist site that conveys Brewly’s boutique atmosphere and strong community presence. Key elements include: Clean, modern design that highlights Brewly’s unique brand identity. Interactive elements and visual storytelling to engage visitors and reflect the in-store experience. Digital marketing integration to support Brewly’s local engagement and brand growth. Leveraging Framer’s animation and design capabilities, the site is fully responsive and optimized for performance, ensuring a seamless user experience across devices. The website’s design helps establish Brewly as a destination for coffee enthusiasts, not just another coffee shop.
As the creator of Sugar Spoon Bakery, I am proud to present this project as a testament to my expertise in web development. Leveraging cutting-edge technologies including React, Next.js, Tailwind CSS, and Stripe integration, I have crafted a visually stunning and highly functional online bakery experience.
The Flavor Journal is an exciting project aimed at creating a visually appealing and informative food blog website. The website will serve as a platform for food enthusiasts to explore and share their passion for cooking, recipes, restaurant reviews, and everything related to the world of flavors.
Welcome to Deadly Ink Tattoo Studio, the premier destination for stunning and unique tattoos. Our studio is located in the heart of the city and is known for its professional and skilled tattoo artists who are dedicated to creating beautiful pieces of art that will last a lifetime.
Welcome to PetConnect, your ultimate destination for finding a furry companion to brighten up your life! Our mission is to bring joy and happiness to both pets and their future forever families by facilitating seamless and loving adoptions.
This project aims to assist individuals in making informed decisions when selecting credit cards by providing personalized recommendations based on their specific needs and preferences. By utilizing a robust methodology and leveraging data analysis, our team strives to simplify the credit card selection process and empower users to choose cards that offer the best fit in terms of APRs, annual fees, and other crucial factors.
Welcome to Dapper Gent Barber Shop, the premier destination for the modern gentleman. Our experienced and skilled barbers specialize in the art of grooming, offering a range of services to keep you looking sharp and stylish. From classic haircuts to hot towel shaves, we use only the finest products and techniques to give you the ultimate grooming experience.
Wanderlust - Unleash your spirit of adventure. Discover new destinations, immerse yourself in diverse cultures, and create memories to last a lifetime. Join us on a journey of a lifetime
WealthWise is an innovative and comprehensive financial planning platform that helps individuals make smart investment decisions and reach their financial goals. Our state-of-the-art tools and resources provide users with a personalized and simplified approach to managing their wealth.
SuperCare is a dental office dedicated to providing quality, affordable and compassionate care for the entire family.
Full website design and build for a concept team collaboration platform. This website also includes a beautiful blog. I have built the website and the blog in Webflow which has one of the best CMS for blog hosting.
A website design and development for a team collaboration and communication platform.
Whim is a forward-thinking startup dedicated to transforming the online shopping experience by offering an intuitive, review-based platform powered by video-based shopper reviews. Designed to increase transparency and foster trust, Whim empowers users to make informed purchasing decisions with confidence. As a UX/UI Designer at Whim, I played a key role in shaping the platform’s entire design. From wireframing and prototyping to creating user flows and crafting visually engaging interfaces, I contributed to building an intuitive and user-centered experience. By incorporating user research and feedback, I ensured the platform not only aligned with Whim’s mission but also addressed the needs of both shoppers and stakeholders, helping to bring the company’s vision to life.
I design beautiful and powerful websites for modern businesses. Any business today needs a website that wins customers’ trust and helps you do your business well. I make sure your website is up to that standard.
I build websites in Webflow where I can create responsive, powerful and fully custom websites. Plus, Webflow has an incredibly simple Content Editor for you and your team to edit website content quickly and easily.