Max Chu

Max Chu

Over 20 years of experience in website development and technical solution

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Max Chu

Hello, I'm Max Chu, with over 20 years of experience in website development and technical solution, specializing in frontend technologies such as React / Vue and backend technology PHP (multiple MVC Framework).

Formerly worked at multiple small and medium-sized enterprises, with self-taught cases, team development of products, systems, and platforms, and participation in AppWorks startup team, and developed IoT products for sale to Amazon and North America, as well as developed travel online booking platform with American team... etc.

Processed countless website programming technology related issues, personally enjoy challenges, so also actively learn and integrate in every new field.

I’m currently a freelancer providing web development and technical consulting services. Collaboration opportunities are welcome.

Services & Solutions

Case Types

Landing Page

  • One-page marketing page, form/tracking code integration
  • RWD responsive, basic animation
  • SEO keyword optimization
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Enterprise Website / Medium Project

  • Design cutting + frontend interaction
  • CMS (Drupal) customization
  • API integration, performance optimization
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Technical Advisor/Maintenance

  • Refactoring, debugging, performance and security
  • Development process optimization and training
  • Long-term maintenance of existing websites
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Consultation Process

  • Consultation → Understand the goal and scope
  • Estimation and proposal → Function list and schedule
  • Design and development → Periodic iteration, milestone acceptance
  • Launch and delivery → Documentation/education training/maintenance plan
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Projects

VacayCar

VacayCar is a custom travel planning and online booking platform. The team included U.S. members, and the project required full English communication. The system was built using the Yii PHP Framework and supports itinerary browsing, custom trip planning, online booking, and a travel blog.

Taiwan Trail Stewardship

A reporting system built with PWA features, enabling offline browsing. D3.js was used to visualize charts, and the backend was built with Drupal 10.

Taiwan Entomological Society

Developed an official website for the Taiwan Entomological Society using Drupal 10 content management framework, providing online donations, registration for annual meetings, paper submissions, and system export Word documents, as well as a backend content management system.

Resume

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  • 2024 › Present
    Freelance Web Developer
    Max Chu
    • Provide front-end development services, collaborate with designers to convert Figma design drafts into responsive web pages with high compatibility.
    • Develop interactive functions and component architecture using React, Vue, Bootstrap, and jQuery.
    • Collaborate with backend engineers to integrate APIs, ensuring real-time data updates and website performance optimization.
    • Develop animations using Adobe Animate to enhance website visual dynamic effects and user experience.
  • 2019 › 2024
    Senior Web Developer
    Word Gleaner Ltd.
    • Developed website projects using Drupal 7, 9, and 10, integrating Symfony framework for custom functionality implementation.
    • Developed multiple key modules and features, including donation system, registration system, submission system, advanced search, and payment integration.
    • Responsible for front-end and back-end integration, performance optimization, and data structure design, ensuring system stability and maintainability.
    • Executed multiple Drupal 7 projects upgrade to Drupal 10, including module restructuring, data conversion, and complete testing process, successfully enhancing system security and performance.
    • Collaborated with design and PM teams to ensure project completion within schedule and quality standards.
  • 2018 › 2019
    Founder & Technical Director
    KeaNy Information Technology Co., Ltd.
    • Planning and establishing company operating models, responsible for project development, customer development, and maintenance.
    • Developing product strategies and marketing directions, integrating design, development, and launch processes.
    • Managing budgets and schedules, ensuring project execution according to plans.
    • Coordinating with external partners and clients to ensure delivery quality and results.
  • 2017 › 2019
    Partner & Senior Web Developer
    VacayCar Inc.
    • Participated in the development of online trip booking and travel customization websites, responsible for backend and frontend system architecture design and development.
    • Team members include Americans, requiring full English communication.
    • Developed backend functions and APIs using Yii PHP Framework, ensuring stable and secure data transmission.
    • Coordinated with team partners to attend project meetings in the Philippines, gain a deeper understanding of overseas markets and diverse cultural backgrounds, and strengthen international collaboration and communication capabilities.
  • 2015 › 2017
    Co-founder & Technical Director
    SEROSE Inc.
    • Co-founded the company and was responsible for the development and technical planning of IoT product apps.
    • Developed cross-platform apps using PhoneGap technology, connecting sensor devices to detect impact force, endurance, and speed in real-time.
    • The product was used for boxing training and fitness purposes, it can connect to devices via Bluetooth and display data in real time.
    • Responsible for system architecture design and testing process, ensuring stable data transmission and accuracy.
    • Coordinated with partners to promote product commercialization, successfully selling to North American markets and listing on Amazon.
  • 2015 › 2015
    Project Manager
    Niceday
    • Effectively coordinate technical team and cross-departmental communication, reducing communication barriers and promoting collaboration.
    • Assisted in introducing BDD (Behavior-Driven Development) process, improving requirement clarity and test coverage.
    • Adopted SCRUM agile development method to lead team tasks, enhancing development efficiency and delivery quality.
    • Conducted code reviews with team members to continuously optimize program quality and product stability.
    • Improved development process and team communication efficiency, making cross-departmental collaboration smoother, enhancing overall product quality.
  • 2014 › 2015
    Senior Web Developer
    91APP Inc.
    • Developed custom projects and maintained existing PHP projects using PHP, optimizing system performance and program architecture.
    • Developed iOS automation upload tools using Ruby, reducing app upload process time by about 50%.
    • Implemented push notification delivery system using Node.js and AWS SQS, enhancing message delivery stability and system scalability.
    • Responsible for Angular.js project development in the frontend team, reconstructing UI components to improve loading performance and user experience.
  • 2013 › 2014
    Team Lead
    NB SOLUTIONS Co., Ltd.
    • Leading a team to develop multiple custom websites and CMS projects using Yii PHP Framework, responsible for system architecture design and development process management.
    • Integrating Google Maps API to implement trip planning functionality, providing real-time map interaction and location suggestions, enhancing product competitiveness.
    • Establishing development processes and coding standards, leading the team to maintain high-quality delivery and project progress control.
  • 2012
    Senior Web Developer & Project Manager
    Eastbnb Inc.
    • Participated in the development and maintenance of online accommodation booking platforms, responsible for backend and frontend function implementation.
    • Developed backend APIs using Yii PHP Framework, and built interactive interfaces using Backbone.js.
    • Used MongoDB as the main database, designed and optimized data structures and query performance.
    • Responsible for website revamp projects, upgrading existing old systems to improve overall user experience and stability.
    • Worked under English supervisors, possessing cross-cultural and English communication collaboration experience.
  • 2010 › 2012
    Senior Web Developer
    Spring House Entertainment Tech Inc.
    • Developed and maintained Hami Music API, responsible for software requirement analysis, system design, program writing, and function maintenance.
    • Conducted unit testing and integration testing to ensure program quality and system stability.
    • Corrected program errors based on test results and user feedback, continuously optimizing API performance and reliability.
    • Assisted in document writing and technical support, enhancing team collaboration efficiency and development process transparency.
  • 2010
    Web Developer
    Edynamics Inc.
    • Responsible for the development and maintenance of the Citytalk.tw website, ensuring the stability and optimal performance of the site.
    • Act as project manager, planning development schedules, assigning tasks, and tracking project progress.
    • Plan new version features and update deployment processes, ensuring deployment quality and stability.
    • Coordinate with development, design, and operations teams to establish a good collaboration process, improve development efficiency, and reduce project risks.
  • 2005 › 2008
    Senior Web Developer & Project Manager
    Duotify Inc.
    • Develop and maintain custom websites and official websites using PHP, providing complete backend solutions.
    • Manage project progress and coordinate cross-team collaboration to ensure projects are completed on time and meet customer needs.
    • Communicate actively with customers to understand their needs, convert business requirements into technical specifications, and improve product compliance and user experience.
    • Coordinate with development and design teams to establish a good collaboration process, improve development efficiency, and reduce project risks.

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