Barry
Hawkins
Senior Web & Android Developer
Crafting robust web applications and polished Android experiences for over 14 years. From Laravel backends to Play Store apps — I build things that work beautifully.
Who I Am
Building digital products
with purpose & precision
I'm Barry Hawkins, a Senior Web & Android Developer with over 14 years in the industry. My journey started with PHP and MySQL, and has evolved into full-stack web development, eCommerce solutions, and Android apps published on the Google Play Store.
I specialize in building clean, scalable backends with Laravel, crafting compelling storefronts with Shopify & WordPress, and developing cross-platform mobile apps using React Native Expo & Ionic Framework. On the frontend, I build dynamic SPAs and web apps with Angular and React. I care deeply about performance, maintainability, and end-user experience.
What I Work With
Tech Stack & Skills
A curated toolkit built over 14 years of building real-world applications.
What I've Built
Android Apps
Published on the Google Play Store — real apps used by real people.
Spend Hive
Expense TrackerA smart personal finance app that helps users track daily expenses, set budgets, and visualize spending patterns with intuitive charts and category breakdowns.
PC Build Cost Calculator
Utility ToolPlan and price your custom PC build with ease. Select components, compare costs, and get a total budget estimate — perfect for enthusiasts and first-time builders alike.
Strengths
Areas of Expertise
Deep specializations built from 14 years of hands-on delivery.
Backend Engineering
Scalable PHP/Laravel APIs, robust database design, authentication systems, and server optimization.
Mobile Development
Cross-platform Android apps via Ionic Framework, published to the Google Play Store with real user bases.
eCommerce Solutions
Custom Shopify & WordPress/WooCommerce stores optimized for conversion, speed, and scalability.
Technical Leadership
Code reviews, team mentoring, architecture decisions, and setting development best practices.
Career Progression
Full ownership of complex web platforms and Android apps. Leading architecture decisions, code standards, and junior developer mentorship.
Delivered eCommerce solutions on Shopify & WordPress, Laravel-powered backends, and custom CMS integrations for SME clients.
Foundation years — mastering PHP, MySQL, HTML/CSS, and JavaScript while shipping client websites and internal tools.
Get In Touch
Let's Build Something Together
Whether you have a project in mind, need a senior developer to join your team, or just want to chat about tech — my inbox is always open.
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