Magento

Enterprise experience at TUN2U

I developed my Magento skills during my work experience at TUN2U, a digital agency specializing in ecommerce solution development. In this context, I worked on enterprise projects for prominent clients, tackling complex technical challenges and articulated business requirements. The professional environment at TUN2U allowed me to engage with large-scale Magento implementations, where performance, stability, and code maintainability are essential requirements.

Mastery of Magento 2 and Magento 1

My experience covers both major versions of the platform. I worked predominantly with Magento 2, the modern version that represents the current standard for enterprise ecommerce, but I also operated on Magento 1 installations, gaining familiarity with the architectural differences between the two versions. This cross-version knowledge has made me capable of managing migration projects and deeply understanding the platform's evolution, allowing me to apply appropriate best practices to each context.

Custom theme development

I have designed and developed custom themes for Magento, transforming graphic designs into functional and performant user interfaces. Creating a Magento theme requires a deep understanding of the XML layout system, PHTML templates, LESS/CSS structure, and integration with Knockout.js and RequireJS on the frontend. I have tackled these complexities by building themes that respect platform standards while ensuring a distinctive user experience aligned with the client's brand identity. Frontend performance optimization, cross-device responsiveness, and accessibility are aspects I consider fundamental in every theming project.

Custom module creation

Custom module development represents a significant part of my Magento experience. I have created extensions that implement specific business functionality not available in the base platform or existing commercial modules. This work requires solid knowledge of Magento's modular architecture, the dependency injection system, observers and plugins, REST and GraphQL APIs, and database interaction through models and resource models. I have developed modules ranging from simple admin interface customizations to complex integrations with external systems such as ERP, CRM, and payment gateways.

Debugging and maintenance of third-party modules

An often underestimated but crucial aspect of working with Magento is the ability to analyze and fix problems in modules developed by third parties. I have dedicated significant time to debugging commercial and free extensions, identifying conflicts, resolving bugs, and optimizing code not always written following best practices. This activity requires the ability to analyze others' code, understand platform execution flows, and skill in tracing problems through logs, xdebug, and profiling tools. The accumulated experience allows me to quickly assess a module's quality and intervene effectively when malfunctions occur.

Collaboration in structured teams

I have worked on Magento projects both independently and within teams of up to 10 developers. Collaborating in teams of this size on a complex platform like Magento requires discipline in code management, effective communication, and adherence to shared standards. I have participated in workflows involving code review, management of multiple branches, and coordination between frontend and backend developers. This experience taught me the importance of writing readable, documented code that is easily maintainable by other team members.

A platform that requires specialization

Magento is not a platform that can be mastered superficially. Its architectural complexity, the breadth of features, and the specificities of the ecommerce world require significant dedication to be thoroughly understood. The experience gained in real projects, with enterprise clients and challenging requirements, has allowed me to build solid expertise that goes beyond mere theoretical knowledge of the platform.