Andrew
Grano
Front End
Web Developer
& Designer
Los Angeles, CA
11+ years experience
B.A. in Multimedia
Andrew Grano in front of a cityscape

I specialize in using JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and Figma to build and design the front-end of websites and web apps. I strive to create sites that are fast to load, accessible to everyone, and work seamlessly across all browsers and devices.

Andrew Grano in front of a cityscape

I enjoy crafting user experiences, creating design systems and implementing responsive layouts. I approach web development with passion and determination, and contribute to the success of teams with my critical thinking and hard work.

I have experience in Vue.JS, Shopify / e-commerce, agency work, startups, mentoring & teaching college students, collaborating with teams & clients, leading projects, designing themes & interfaces, and developing robust websites / web apps.

My Skills

Development
CSS & Sass Semantic
HTML 5 JavaScript Vue.js & Vuex Git & Github GSAP Animations
Accessibility Styleguides Responsive Design Prototyping
Design
Wireframing No-Code UI/UX for the Web Figma Photoshop &
Illustrator

Experience

2021 - Current
Front-End Developer
Ycode
ycode.com
  • Primary front-end developer; used Vue.js to build no-code software which allows users to build websites without writing code
  • Implemented animation featur es using the GSAP javascript library, customizable sliders and lightbox elements using swiper.JS, and many design features using Tailwind CSS
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2020 - Current
Front-End eCommerce Engineer
Netalico (e-commerce agency)
netalico.com
  • Built and maintained e-commerce sites on the Shopify platform using liquid, javascript, jQuery, Scss, HTML5
  • Maintenance tasks often included focus on improving accessibility, site speed, and SEO
  • UI/UX design for new features on existing e-commerce sites
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2018 - 2019
Front-End Developer & UX Designer
WeaveUp
weaveup.com
  • Built and contributed to the UX design of a web app for customizing textile designs - using Vue.JS, VueX, Tailwind CSS and Jest for unit testing.
  • Wireframed, prototyped, and implemented interface solutions for internal admin tools.
  • Maintained Angular 1 codebase that integrates with Ruby on Rails APIs.
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2018 - 2019
Lead Front-End Developer, Teacher and Mentor
META+LAB at Cal State University Northridge
metalab.csun.edu
  • Lead and mentored a team of 10 front-end developers working across various student teams in an agile SCRUM environment developing Vue.JS applications.
  • Taught front-end development on campus in the form of bootcamps and unofficial classes. Topics included Vue.JS, Responsive Web Design, Bootstrap, Sass, Github, and fundamental HTML/CSS/Javascript.
  • Participated in the UX design process and design sprints for project kick-offs.
  • Acted as Product Manager and Scrum Master for various projects.
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2014 - 2017
Front-End Developer
Fluent (e-commerce agency)
thinkfluent.com
  • Built responsive e-commerce websites and landing pages based on Photoshop and Sketch mockups using Sass, Bootstrap and jQuery.
  • Ensured sites were accessible, SEO-friendly, and optimized for cross-browser, cross-device and cross-network-speed.
  • Customized cart pages and checkout/upsell flows using HTML and CSS.
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2012 - 2013
Lead Web Designer and Project Manager
DecoNetwork, Los Angeles CA
deconetwork.com
  • Designed and built custom themes for clients within the DecoNetwork e-commerce / CMS platform.
  • Created mockups using Photoshop and Illustrator.
  • Skinned themes using HTML, CSS, and jQuery plugins.
  • Project managed, handled all clients, and supervised team members.
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2012
Web Design Intern
Tough Guppy Productions
toughguppy.com
  • Built and maintained marketing websites for clients.
  • Contributed towards designing websites and logos.
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2008 - 2012
Student at Cal State Northridge
  • Graduated with a degree in CTVA, emphasis in Multimedia
  • Studied web design, graphic design, animation, programming, and film editing
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Professional
Projects

I played a large role in the development of these projects during my various full-time positions.

Feetures - Custom Shopify Site
I developed this Shopify site with feature-heavy product listing and product detail pages using liquid, sass, Vue.js and jQuery.
Styleguide for Cal State Northridge
I designed and developed this styleguide while working at Cal State Northridge. It was published as an npm package. It is a bootstrap theme with components that were built from scratch.

Personal
Projects

These are examples of work I’ve completed in my free time. They exemplify my commitment to gaining experience and my ongoing appreciation for the D.I.Y. spirit of the web.

roaminglove.com
A website dedicated to compiling travel stories from people around the world. Designed and built by me, using a custom wordpress theme. The site features over 350 posts from over 230 authors.
Media Kit for roaminglove.com
A media kit that I designed and built to promote the aforementioned travel website.
My Wedding Website
I hand-coded this custom website for my wedding three years ago using jQuery, Sass and Bootstrap.

Contact Me

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