Hi, I am Andrew Donnelly.
Developer, Mentor, and Lifelong Learner.
From crafting elegant code to coaching language learners, my passion lies in building bridges—whether it is between a user and a seamless digital experience, or between people from different cultures. I believe technology and communication are two sides of the same coin: both are about creating clear, effective connections.
My Professional Philosophy
A Foundation in Technology
As a full-stack developer with over a decade of experience, I specialise in building high-performance web applications that are both scalable and maintainable. My approach is rooted in clean architecture and a deep understanding of modern technologies like React and Next.js. I do not just write code; I build practical, user-focused solutions that solve real-world business problems and provide lasting value. The best technology is invisible; it solves a problem so seamlessly that the user barely notices it is there.
A Passion for Communication
My career path began in professional copywriting, where I mastered the art of clear, persuasive language. This background profoundly shapes my work today, teaching me to obsess over the user's perspective. It has instilled in me the importance of empathy and clear communication—whether I am mentoring a junior developer, coaching a language student, or collaborating with a client. My goal is to create a supportive environment where people feel empowered to learn, ask questions, and achieve their full potential.
What My Clients & Students Say
"Working with Andrew on my website was an absolute pleasure. He really took the time to understand my professional needs and translated them into a site that reflects both my vision and the way I work with clients. His combination of technical skill, creativity, and professionalism made the whole process smooth and enjoyable."
- George Burke
Psychotherapist at Google (Client) via LinkedIn
"Andrew is incredibly methodical. Our first session was not just a casual chat; it was a strategic needs analysis. He asked smart, targeted questions to understand my specific challenges with tech English. By the end of the hour, we had a clear roadmap... Exactly what I was looking for."
- Andrei
English Language Student via Preply
"Andrew is a talented full-stack developer with strong skills in React, Next.js, and Node.js. He can take a project from concept to completion, delivering clean, efficient, and user-friendly solutions. He is reliable, easy to work with, and always delivers high-quality work."
- Oleg Unger
Angular Frontend Developer via LinkedIn
"Andrew's tech background is a game-changer... He instantly understood the nuances of the technical language I needed for my move to Ireland, and it was fantastic. The trial lesson felt like a pair-programming session for my English."
- Hugh
English Language Student via Preply
"I worked with Andrew in some projects in Embria. Andrew is goal-oriented, self-learned, a team-friendly developer with a very fresh vision for implementation of features and fixed issues. I was very happy to work with him."
- Roman Burmistrov
BA/SA/BSA with payments expertise via LinkedIn
"Andrew's experience as a writer is obvious. He gave me practical and professional feedback on my professional emails in just one trial lesson. If you need help with your business English, look no further."
- Kareslav
English Language Student via Preply
Ready to Build or Learn?
Whether you have a web project in mind or you are looking to improve your English, I am here to help. Let us discuss how we can achieve your goals together.
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