Shewmake Design Platform
Custom web systems for small businesses
Overview
Founded a freelance design studio delivering responsive sites and digital tools for local businesses. Created a lightweight CMS using React and Node.js enabling clients to manage content without complexity.
Role: Founder & Lead Developer
Technical Stack
- •React
- •Node.js
- •SEO Tooling
- •Design Systems
Notable Features & Challenges
- 1Developed 15+ production websites with reusable component library
- 2Integrated analytics and search optimization pipelines
- 3Managed full lifecycle — from client discovery to deployment
Impact
Clients saw average 150 % increase in traffic within 3 months. Built long‑term maintenance partnerships with recurring revenue.
Reflection
Running a design business taught me that technical excellence means nothing without clarity and communication. I learned to think in trade‑offs, scope realistically, and keep user goals front and center.