If my social media presence has ever revealed a truth about me, it's that "about me" sections and I have been in a philosophical conflict for as long as my digital footprint has existed. (My first one ever was "*describes who he is*", and the latest being, "Why is it always Bios?")
But here we go. My name is Dario. I am mainly a web developer, with a passion for frontend technologies.
I hope you enjoyed the little 3D animation on this page because I truly enjoyed making it! It’s built with Three.js, and the 3D objects were created in Blender. You can navigate the scene by zooming in or out, and explore along the x, y, and z axes. You can also make the little astronaut, cleverly named AstroPink, jump from moon to moon by pressing the Space key or tap on mobile.
If you want to learn more about the animation check my article on celestial body orbiting.
Professional Journey
Web Development
I have several years of experience in web development and its associated technologies. I designed the curriculum for a beginner-level web development course, which I taught for several years, leaving hundreds of students satisfied.
I am proficient in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and React on the frontend, and Node.js, Express.js, and ASP.NET on the backend.
Desktop Development
I have developed numerous desktop applications for Windows users, utilizing technologies such as WinForms and Xamarin.Forms. Additionally, I briefly explored Flutter and Dart.
Programming Languages
I am passionate about Java and have designed a beginner-level course focused on the core concepts of the language and basic data structures and algorithms (DSA), which I successfully taught for several years.
Open Source
I am an active contributor to open-source projects on GitHub. I have contributed to several projects, including the popular MDN Web Docs.
Skills
- JavaScript
- HTML
- CSS
- React
- Node.js
- Express.js
- ASP.NET
- Java
- WinForms
- Xamarin.Forms
- Flutter
- Dart
- DSA
- C#
- SQL
- Markdown
- Technical Writing
- Git
- GitHub
Languages
- English
- Italian
- Albanian
- Albanian Sign Language
Favorite Activities
Running
I love running; it's my favorite way to get some exercise. I recently rediscovered this hobby and am currently running 5k in 35 minutes. My goal is to complete a half marathon by the end of the year.
Swimming
I grew up in a coastal city at the meeting point of the Adriatic and Ionian seas. Swimming has always been an important part of my life.
Reading
I love exploring a wide range of genres. While I mostly read fiction, I adore the classics. I also enjoy non-fiction, particularly topics on math and science. However, my greatest passion lies in poetry. I appreciate poetry across all genres, though I have a soft spot for French Symbolism, Surrealism, Dadaism, and Italian Hermeticism.
Playing Chess
I started playing chess eight years ago and still approach it with the same enthusiasm. It’s a fantastic way for me to relax and keep my mind sharp.
Gaming
I am a casual gamer and enjoy metroidvania platformers and action roguelikes. My recent achievements include defeating the final boss in Nine Sols and completing Slay the Spire on Ascension 20.
My Favorites
Color
My favorite color is orange, like a peach or the sunset reflection at the meeting point of the Ionian and Adriatic Seas in my hometown.
Food
My favorite food is pasta, and my favorite types are either linguine or penne rigate. I can make the best cherry tomato sauce with basil.
Book
This is a hard one, and I’m going to cheat. So here is the resolution of my internal battle:
- My favorite Albanian novel: The General of the Dead Army by Ismail Kadare
- My favorite epic poem: The Odyssey by Homer
- My favorite poetry book: A Season in Hell by Arthur Rimbaud
- My favorite novel: The Magic Mountain by Thomas Mann
- My favorite play: The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui by Bertolt Brecht
- My favorite short story: The Overcoat by Nikolai Gogol
Movie
My favorite movie is Night on Earth by Jim Jarmusch.
Song
I’m not going to pick a favorite song because it’s a transient, dynamic feeling. However, I do have a favorite music video: Rihanna's Needed Me, directed by one of my favorite movie directors, Harmony Korine.
Language
My favorite language is Albanian. It's sweet, it's soft, it's complex.
Sport
My favorite sport is Volleyball.