Garrett West
Shopify Developer
3+ years building and customizing Shopify stores, from custom themes to Plus checkout work.
EXPERTISE
What I Build
Custom Shopify Store Setup
Full store setup from theme selection to launch. Clean, fast, and ready for customers.
Advanced Theme Customization
Custom sections and coding tailored to your brand, beyond what stock themes can do.
App Integration & Optimization
The right apps, integrated cleanly, without slowing your store down.
TESTIMONIALS SECTION
Voices of satisfied clients
HISTORY
Experience & Certifications
Present
2024
Contract Shopify Developer, Shopify Plus Agency
Contract development for a Shopify Plus agency. Checkout customization, wholesale and B2B flows, custom theme builds, and ongoing support for high-volume merchant stores. Worked within established agency workflows alongside designers and project leads.
2022 - 2024
Independent Shopify Developer
Direct client work on store builds, theme customization, and app integration for growing Shopify merchants. Several projects in this portfolio are from this period.
March - June
2024
Harvard CS50W: Web Programming with Python and JavaScript
Completed Harvard's CS50W Web Programming with Python and JavaScript. This course equipped me with advanced web development skills, including back-end development, database management, and responsive design.
Jan - March
2024
Harvard CS50x: Introduction to Computer Science
Graduated from Harvard's CS50x Introduction to Computer Science, mastering foundational principles in algorithms, data structures, and programming. This certification provided a solid foundation for advanced software development work.
2023
FreeCodeCamp: Responsive Web Design Certification
Earned FreeCodeCamp's Responsive Web Design certification, working on various personal projects. This experience strengthened my skills in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, setting the stage for my focus on web and software development.
F.A.Q.
Frequently asked questions
How do you approach new Shopify projects?
I start by understanding the problem and constraints: existing theme architecture, business requirements, and timeline. I prefer working in small, reviewable increments, writing clean Liquid and JavaScript that other developers can maintain. I document non-obvious decisions and test across devices before shipping.
What Shopify work do you focus on?
Theme customization and custom sections, checkout and cart logic, performance tuning, app integration, and Shopify Plus features like wholesale and B2B. My experience spans independent client projects and ~2 years of contract work with a Shopify Plus agency.
Can you help me with non-Shopify projects?
My focus is Shopify, but I also have experience with Webflow and WordPress for sites that don't need a full commerce platform.
How do you work on existing codebases?
I read before I write: understanding the current theme structure, what apps are in play, and why previous decisions were made. For ongoing work I prioritize stability, clear git history, and changes that work with the platform rather than against it.
How do you ensure my Shopify store is unique and tailored to my brand?
I focus on custom coding and theme customization to ensure your Shopify store is unique and tailored to your brand. I work closely with you to understand your brand identity and create a website that reflects your vision and values.
Can you assist with integrating third-party apps into my Shopify store?
Yes, Whether you need advanced analytics, email marketing tools, or any other functionality, I can seamlessly integrate the apps to enhance your store's capabilities.
Interested in working together?
