I'm Ashley John.

full-stack developer · React · Python · APIs

made things
since forever-ishsweat the details
unfortunately ↓

the name I've carried with me →the name I've carried with me

Nightburn — Ashley John, Full-Stack Developer

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gamer tag×developer identity

I build things
that actually work.

Ashley John. Nightburn is the name that stuck.
I'm a full-stack developer working with React, Next.js and Python. I build websites, backend APIs and internal tools for people who need ideas turned into something real.

ReactNext.jsTypeScriptNode.js

see the work↗get to know me

about me

What's up?

somewhere between
design & engineering

I'm a software engineer who likes turning messy ideas into products that feel considered, work properly, and are actually useful.

I've spent the last few years building for real businesses across Nigeria and the UK, working across frontend interfaces, full-stack applications, websites, APIs and integrations.

I'm particularly interested in the space between design and engineering. I care about how something looks and feels, but I also care about what happens underneath it: performance, accessibility, maintainability, SEO and whether the thing still makes sense months after it ships.

How I work: I don't just write code. I figure out what your business actually needs, design the architecture to support it, build it cleanly, and ensure it's optimized for search and speed before we launch.

My core work is around React, Next.js, TypeScript and Node.js, but I'm deliberately broadening my toolkit. I'm currently exploring Flutter and automation, especially ways to connect products, APIs and workflows so teams can spend less time doing repetitive work.

I'm still learning, experimenting and figuring out where I want to take the craft next. But I'm very comfortable taking an idea, figuring out what needs to happen, and getting it shipped.

things I work with

Frontend

ReactNext.jsTypeScriptTailwind CSS

Backend

Node.jsREST APIsFirebaseSupabase

Motion & Web

GSAPFramer MotionTechnical SEO

Exploring

FlutterAutomationn8nWordPress

still figuring it out

Build things. Learn things.
Keep moving.

Selected Work

What I've
actually built.

A selection of products, platforms and internal tools where I spent way too much time getting the details right.

nightburn / selected-work

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Ashley John

/Users/ashley/work/selected/

last opened: probably today

peek inside ↗

Art Quarter

Creative Ecosystem · Digital Platform

↗ artdotquarter.io

read case study ↗

peek inside ↗

Jardella Ads Tracker

Internal Tool · Attribution · Conversion Tracking

internal tool / no public demo

read case study ↗

peek inside ↗

The Oasis Homes

Real Estate · SEO · Lead Generation

↗ theoasishomes.ng

read case study ↗

peek inside ↗

Zoho Flow

Automation · Integrations · Operations

↗ Internal Automation System

read case study ↗

peek inside ↗

Staff Portal

Internal Tools · Operations · Zoho

↗ Internal Platform

read case study ↗

peek inside ↗

AQ Foodhall

Hospitality · Food · Events

↗ aqfoodhall.co.uk

read case study ↗

See all 28 projects→

the path so far

How I got
here.

plot twist:
still figuring it out

A slightly less polished version of the CV. The jobs, the projects, the things I learned and the occasional "oh... that's why it broke."

started

2024

frontend intern

now

Full-Stack

still building

currently

3 roles

apparently I like work

2025 — 2026

Full-Stack Developer @ Art.Quarter

Contract

Building and shipping digital experiences across the Art Quarter family of brands, from frontend interfaces to backend systems, bookings, payments and automation.

what happened

Built and deployed Art.Quarter, Creator Economy, Therapy by AQ, Art.Barber and Art.Salon. Optimized builds for 70% faster page loads and pushed live sites to #1 Google rankings in their niches.

tools on the desk

React · Next.js · TypeScriptGSAP · Framer MotionFirebase · SupabaseSEO · PerformanceBooking systems · APIsMarketing automation

2026

Web Developer @ The Oasis Homes

Contract

Building and maintaining the digital presence for a real estate business, with a focus on property presentation, lead generation, performance and search visibility.

what happened

Working on digital experiences designed to turn property interest into actual enquiries, while keeping the website fast, discoverable and easy to use.

tools on the desk

Next.js · ReactProperty websitesLead generationTechnical SEOPerformanceResponsive UI

Jun 2024 — 2026

Frontend Developer @ Reach Verse

Contract

Developing dashboards and user-facing products across a white-label loan platform, payment gateway and solar energy management system.

what happened

Improved client-server communication and performance by over 40%, while building reusable authentication infrastructure across multiple products.

tools on the desk

React · Next.jsTypeScript · TailwindNode.js APIsJWT · FirebaseREST APIsGSAP · Framer Motion

May 2024 — 2026

Freelance Developer @ Upwork & Independent

Freelance

Working directly with founders, designers and developers to turn Figma designs and product ideas into production-ready websites and applications.

what happened

Consistently delivered 5.0-star rated projects, with clients highlighting reliability, versatility, proactive problem-solving and fast delivery.

tools on the desk

React · Next.jsTailwind CSSGSAPFirebaseUI implementationPerformance

apparently I don't know how to say no.

Mar 2024 — May 2024

Frontend Developer @ Integra8 Technologies

Full-time

Led React development for the MEWin wellbeing platform, translating complex Figma designs into accessible, responsive interfaces.

what happened

Coordinated UX improvements and QA testing across devices while turning complex designs into production-ready interfaces.

tools on the desk

React.jsFigma → CodeResponsive UIAccessibilityCross-browser QA

Jan 2024 — Mar 2024

Intern Frontend Developer @ TranscatShield

Internship

My first real frontend role. Built responsive, secure and SEO-friendly web pages while getting hands-on experience with APIs and backend data.

what happened

Built production web pages, integrated backend services and optimized MongoDB queries while collaborating with designers on brand consistency.

tools on the desk

HTML · CSSJavaScriptREST APIsMongoDBSEOResponsive Design

where it all started.

still not done btw

Frontend Developer. Full-Stack Developer.
Still becoming a better engineer.

Nightburn Journal

notes from the margins

this is where
I overthink things.

things i've been thinking about

Things I've
Been Thinking.

a note to selfno particular order

This section contains unsolicited thoughts about code, money, work, building things and occasionally life.

read if you like →

What People Say

Apparently,
I'm alright.

receipts ↓

Actual things people have said after trusting me with their projects. Tap a review to see what was probably going through my head.

review_01★★★★★

“I wanted a very simple, straightforward website that made it easy for people to reach out to me, and Ashley delivered exactly that. She understood what I needed and turned it into a website that feels clear, polished and easy to use.”

hvtpower

Website Design & Development

my take

Simple was the brief. Making simple look this intentional was the fun part.

review_02★★★★★

“When we started our cleaning service, I remembered there was someone who works brilliantly regardless of timezone. Ashley worked with us in the US while being 5–7 hours ahead and everything ran just fine. She was reliable, responsive and got the work done.”

culturecleaners

Website & Digital Support

my take

Different time zones, same deadline. The internet was doing its job for once.

review_03★★★★★

“Ashley saw my status on WhatsApp and told me she could convert a design into my portfolio. It came out way better than I expected. Now I keep referring her to everyone who likes my portfolio.”

cassandra

Portfolio Development

my take

A WhatsApp status turning into a portfolio referral pipeline was not on my bingo card.

review_04★★★★★

“Working with Ashley is great, both in character and work ethics! She does her job well, is versatile, and goes above and beyond by providing additional feedback on existing tasks.”

Client Review

Upwork · 2024–2025

my take

Okay but the 'goes above and beyond' part is dangerously close to exposing my inability to just do the task and leave 😭

review_05★★★★★

“Ashley is absolutely phenomenal! A professional in every sense of the word, she brings an unmatched level of dedication, expertise, and work ethic to every project.”

Client Review

Upwork · 2025

my take

I swear I was just trying to finish the project. Somehow this became a five-star character reference.

review_06★★★★★

“Ashley is absolutely amazing, Professional, Dedicated, Quick, Skilled, & a million more adjectives that reference her exceptional work and skillsets.”

Client Review

Upwork · 2025

my take

A million adjectives is a lot. I would like to formally request the full list.

review_07★★★★★

“Ashley is very fun to work with and a workaholic. I had to tell her to chill from keeping me on my toes.”

Handacrossboarder

Client

my take

This is unfortunately accurate. Someone has to stop me before I volunteer for another task.

review_08★★★★★

“Ashley always gets the work done and understands whatever I tell her.”

Osama Umer

Client

my take

The bar was apparently 'understand what I'm saying' and I'm glad to report we cleared it.

review_09★★★★★

“She's such a talented developer.”

Liyu

Client

my take

Short review. Massive compliment. I will be thinking about this for the next 6 business months.

review_10★★★★★

“Working with Ashley made me realise I don't have to scream at someone to do what I want.”

Steph

Client

my take

Honestly? This might be my favourite review. Apparently the real skill was preventing workplace screaming.

review_11★★★★★

“I have worked with Ashley on numerous occasions, hiring her to create frontend template designs for several of my projects. She consistently exceeds expectations and delivers high-quality work on time or ahead of schedule.”

Alex N.

Backend Full-stack Developer

my take

Me reading 'ahead of schedule': finally, evidence that all those late nights were technically productive.

review_12★★★★★

“I've had the pleasure of collaborating with Ashley on multiple projects, and I can confidently attest that she's an exceptional frontend developer. Her expertise in JavaScript, React, and Bootstrap is impressive.”

Collaborator

Frontend / Backend Projects

my take

React catching strays in my portfolio again. Don't worry React, I still love you.

swipe / scroll →yes, these are real

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If we've worked together and you want to leave a review, reach out. If we haven't worked together yet...let's fix that.

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NightburnNightburn — Ashley John, Full-Stack Developer

I build thingsI build thingsthat actually work.that actually work.

What's up?What's up?

What I'veWhat I've actuallyactually built.built.

Art Quarter

Jardella Ads Tracker

The Oasis Homes

Zoho Flow

Staff Portal

AQ Foodhall

How I gotHow I gothere.here.

Full-Stack Developer @ Art.Quarter

Web Developer @ The Oasis Homes

Frontend Developer @ Reach Verse

Freelance Developer @ Upwork & Independent

Frontend Developer @ Integra8 Technologies

Intern Frontend Developer @ TranscatShield

Things I'veBeen ThinkingBeen Thinking.

Inside Jardella’s Python/FastAPI Tracking Backend

Integrating Stripe Checkout into a Logistics Booking Flow

Handling Stripe Refunds in a Booking Payment System

How I Connect Business Tools with APIs and Automation

Building an Internal Dashboard People Can Actually Use

Ad Clicks Aren’t Customers: Inside Jardella’s Tracker

Three Years in Tech: What I've Learned About Jobs, Learning & Staying Relevant

AI Is Scaring Me as a Developer — So I’m Learning to Work With It

I Don't Want to Build My Own Startup. I Like Building Yours.

SEO Is Not Just "Add Some Keywords"

Why I Like Building for Real Businesses

Apparently,I'm alright.

Nightburn — Ashley John, Full-Stack Developer

I build things
that actually work.

What's up?

What I've
actually built.

How I got
here.

Things I've
Been Thinking.

Apparently,
I'm alright.