
Hello world, I'm Jenna Cooke!
I'm a full-stack developer with over 10 years of industry experience, based in Canada... somewhere in northern British Columbia where seeing my friend, Elliot the Moose, is not uncommon.
Overview
PHP developer with over 10 years of fast-paced industry experience, including 4+ years working remotely as part of a dynamic team and independently as a freelancer. Passionate about creative problem-solving, optimizing legacy codebases, and improving multifaceted team communication while embracing diversity. Proficient in server deployment, command-line operations, SSH workflows, and DNS configuration. Strong technical communicator with expertise in writing clear documentation for technical and non-technical audiences.
Education
Interactive Web Design & Development, Co-op
Georgian College
Graduated with honours: 2014
Recent Experience
Developer & Consultant
Freelancer – Jenna Cooke Codes
Dec 2020 - Present
Senior Developer
Contractor - Referoo
May 2023 - Feb 2025
Head of Technology
Adster Creative
Oct 2021 - Apr 2023
My Core Skills
PHP Development
Building scalable, efficient, and secure web applications using Laravel, custom CMS software, and vanilla PHP.
API Integration
Connecting third-party APIs to enhance data flow and functionality.
Database Design & Optimization
Structuring and refining databases for performance and scalability.
Legacy Code Improvement
Refactoring and modernizing outdated PHP applications.
Problem-Solving
Developing unique solutions to complex technical challenges.
Deployment & Server Management
Managing web application deployments and server configurations.
Linux/Unix & SSH Operations
Executing command-line tasks for server administration and automation.
DNS Configuration
Setting up and managing domain records for web applications.
Technical & Non-Technical Documentation
Writing clear documentation for features, improvements, and development processes.
Remote Work & Collaboration
Experienced in async communication, distributed team environments, and self-managed workflows.