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I'm Tiago da Silva, but you may know me as mafrasil - a moniker inspired by my full name. Welcome to my digital abode, mafrasil.com, a reflection of my journey as a web developer
Currently splitting my time between Dubai (GMT+4) and Portugal (GMT+0).
Mid-1990s
My journey with computers began in the mid-1990s, when I was just a child.
1999-2000
By the age of 10, I was already dabbling in HTML with the aid of Microsoft Word and FrontPage.
Mid-2000s
My affinity for web development grew over the years, and by 15, I was selling my first HTML, CSS, and PHP websites.
Late 2000s
Throughout my school years, I freelanced in web development, honing my skills in HTML, CSS, PHP, and later, Laravel and jQuery.
2014
In 2014, I launched my own digital media company, Skift Media. As the publisher of IGN Portugal, we dominated the Portuguese video game and entertainment scene.
2019-2023
Led a team of 8 developers, delivering 50+ successful projects with a combined value of $2M+. Improved project delivery time by 40% through implementation of modern development practices and CI/CD pipelines. Key clients included Vodafone, Tetrapak, and Pepsi.
2023-2024
Spearheaded the development of innovative blockchain and web3 projects, resulting in a 35% increase in platform engagement. Implemented performance optimizations that reduced load times by 60% and improved SEO rankings.
Professional Journey
At Appetite Creative, as Tech Director, I led transformative projects across a four-year journey. Managing over 50 diverse projects, from innovative websites to complex platforms, I worked with industry leaders like Vodafone, Tetrapak, and Pepsi.
Beyond the Code
I am a perpetual learner, constantly exploring new technologies and frameworks. My commitment to growth extends beyond technical skills – I believe in holistic development through fitness, meditation, and continuous learning.
50+
Projects Delivered
15+
Years Experience
8+
Team Members Led
I am a
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Over 21+ technologies mastered across different domains, with a focus on modern web development and emerging technologies.
Let's Connect
I'm currently available for freelance work and full-time positions. Let's discuss how I can contribute to your team's success.
Based in Dubai (GMT+4) and Portugal (GMT+0), available worldwide.
Work
I'm delighted to share a collection of some of the projects I've been fortunate enough to work on throughout my career. Due to confidentiality agreements, I can't showcase all of my work (50+ projects), particularly projects from my tenure at Appetite Creative. However, I've selected a few that highlight the range of my skills and the variety of challenges I've tackled.
Each project here not only represents a final product but also a learning experience, an opportunity to solve problems, and a chance to help businesses achieve their goals.
Please note that while I was at times part of a larger team on these projects, I'll specifically mention my contributions to each one to give a clear picture of my role and capabilities.