Almost a decade
crafting experiences. 
From product conception,
to UI/UX design, and front-end.
A designer who codes. And blogs.
manifesto
My design philosophy is based on functional minimalism. I firmly believe that more is not always better and that clarity should prevail over complexity. Each product I design and develop aims to make users' lives and work simpler and more efficient.
My core values include:
- Functionality over aesthetics, without sacrificing visual appeal.
- Respect for the user's attentional health.
- Ethical design that considers the user's overall well-being.
- Teamwork and community over personal advantage.
I strive to create products that not only fulfill their purpose but also respect the user's time and attention. Ethics is a fundamental aspect at every stage of my creative process, ensuring that each solution is not only effective but also responsible and user-centered.
product
In product conception, my holistic approach combines design and front-end development to create solutions aimed at improving user experience. My methodology spans from capturing needs to implementing and validating hypotheses.
I've conceptualized applications ranging from logistics systems handling thousands of daily shipments to insurance claim management platforms. In these projects, I've addressed crucial aspects such as fostering user trust and optimizing the assimilation of large volumes of complex information.
My training and experience allow me to cover the entire spectrum of product development, ensuring that each solution is as effective as it is innovative.
front-end
With solid knowledge in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, I specialize in modern JavaScript frameworks, with extensive experience in both Vue.js (VueJS/NuxtJS) and React (ReactJS/NextJS/React Native) ecosystems. On the backend side, I work with NodeJS and have hands-on experience with various database technologies including PostgreSQL for relational data, MongoDB for document-based storage, and SQLite for lightweight applications. My testing expertise includes Cypress for end-to-end testing.
Highlights of my front-end experience:
- Leadership in full-stack JavaScript projects
- Development of applications with complex animations and exceptional UX
- Experience in framework migrations and version updates (Vue 1 to 2, Vue 2 to 3, React class components to hooks)
My unique approach lies in the seamless integration between design and development across the full stack. This allows me to create MVPs that cleanly evolve into production products, always keeping UX as a priority. I have excelled in projects involving interfaces with complex dynamic data, especially in the logistics sector, where efficiency and precision are crucial.
ui-ux
My UI/UX approach is based on an iterative process that begins with freehand sketches to explore ideas freely, either after conversations with stakeholders or through workshops organized specifically for this purpose. I primarily use Figma for detailed design, complemented by Procreate for illustrations and Adobe suite for image and vector graphics processing.
My experience includes:
- Designing and implementing interfaces across diverse industries, from fintech to e-commerce, always prioritizing the balance between functionality and development time.
- Creating efficient data visualization solutions that simplify complex information while maintaining usability.
- Developing surveys and conducting user research to validate design decisions and optimize time-to-market.
- Building scalable design systems that accelerate development while maintaining consistency across products.
- Leading cross-functional workshops to align business goals with user needs and technical constraints.
- Establishing agile design methodologies that improve team collaboration and delivery speed.
Each project is an opportunity to find the sweet spot between aesthetics, functionality, and development efficiency. My focus is on creating interfaces that not only look great but also deliver measurable business value within realistic timeframes.
About me
Raised in Buenos Aires, living in Barcelona. I'm a Designer, nowadays working as Product Engineer with a focus on UX & Front-end, and almost a decade of experience crafting experiences. I hold an associate degree in Graphic Design and have extensive professional experience as a Software Engineer, demonstrating expertise in UX development, attention to detail, creativity, and problem-solving abilities that leads to improvements on the User's journeys.
Thanks
You can reach me at tomas@mate.computer.