Jack Ridgway
Specialising in managing and maintaining internal and external websites, with a focus on implementing CI/CD, automation testing, and project management. My dedication to these practices ensures that every project is completed efficiently and to the highest standard.
Experience
I have a strong background in creative design and development, with over 12 years of experience at fast-paced Marketing Agencies, Hosting Providers, and Fitness Academies.
- Hyve Managed Hosting
Head of Development
2020 - PresentSenior Front-End Engineer
2018 - 2020Front-End Engineer
2017 - 2018
- TwentyThree 2012 - Present
Freelance projects
Projects
In my spare time I enjoy coming with new tools or creating fun projects such as the ones listed below.
- My Story StudioAI
Create your very own story with just a brief description of what you want the story to be about.
- MacpackTemplate
Create your very own story with just a brief description of what you want the story to be about.
Posts
How to Run Both WordPress and a Next.js Site Side by Side on the Same Server"
Running both WordPress and a Next.js site on the same server allows you to leverage the strengths of both platforms. WordPress is great for content management, while Next.js offers modern frontend capabilities. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to set this up.
May 14, 2024 - 5 min read
Why you should invest in data replication
One of the key benefits of replicating data across multiple data centers is that it helps to improve request performance. When data is stored in a single location, users may experience latency when trying to access it.
January 10, 2022 - 3 min read
Moving away from WordPress
The great migration of WordPress sites within my portfolio. Thanks for the memories WordPress, you've been great.
December 18, 2021 - 2 min read
Social Media
Uploading to social media is something I'm currently working on. You can find me on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and Dribble.