Hi, I’m Nicole Padlan!
I’m a Web Developer Student at NAIT in Edmonton, AB, passionate about creating responsive, user-friendly websites and applications. With skills in JavaScript, Astro, React, Strapi, Node.js, WordPress, and SQL, I turn ideas into dynamic digital solutions while continuously exploring new technologies.
Outside of coding, I enjoy playing online games, which helps me develop teamwork skills, boost my creativity, and improve my decision-making skills. Let’s team up for a coding project or in-game for some fun!
ABOUT ME
A web developer with a curious mind and a love for learning new things.I enjoy building clean, responsive websites that not only look great but also function intuitively.I like using JavaScript frameworks because they give me the freedom to experiment and bring ideas to life. Whether it’s a portfolio, an app, or a small side project, I love building things that people actually enjoy using.
Through developing projects like a DOTA Wiki and a multi-page capstone website, I’ve built skills in responsive design, full-stack development, and API integration. More importantly, I’ve learned how to take an idea from concept to creation, using both technical knowledge and creative problem-solving.
When I’m not coding, gaming is my favorite outlet for creativity and collaboration. It keeps me curious and sharp, teaching me to analyze, adapt, and cooperate. The same mindset I bring into my work as a developer. Whether I’m designing a user interface or optimizing a backend process, I approach every challenge as both a creative and a problem-solver.
SKILLS
HTML · CSS · JavaScript · Astro· React.js · Node.js · Strapi · Strapi Cloud · Tailwind · SASS · MySQL · PHP · Figma · GitHub · Render · Vercel · Netlify
My Education
Diploma in Web Design and Development
January 2024 – December 2025
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
Bachelors of Science in Information Technology
2009 -2013
Mapua Institute of Technology
my employment
Quality Assurance (QA)
Oct 2023 – Present
HEP Services Inc., Edmonton, Alberta
In my role at HEP Services Inc., I collaborated closely with developers to troubleshoot issues and resolve bugs while performing thorough sanity and regression testing on new features prior to production deployment. This hands-on experience has allowed me to apply my web design and development skills in real-world scenarios, ensuring seamless integration and functionality of new features.