Nicola Berry
Full Stack Developer & Business Process Architect
"Bridging the gap between Business Operations and Software Engineering."
I don't just write code; I build business engines. With a background in operations, I thoroughly enjoy creating website applications, dynamic websites, internal business tools, white-label SaaS platforms and automation solutions that eliminate friction and drive ROI.
About Me
"My path to software engineering wasn't traditional and that is my greatest asset. With over a decade spent in high-pressure care environments and direct sales, I learned to anticipate needs, manage crises, and communicate clearly long before I wrote my first line of code.
After founding Empower Virtual Assistant Services to help businesses streamline their operations, I realised that the true bottleneck wasn't just administration; it was the lack of bespoke, intelligent software; none currently meet the full needs of every business. I pivoted to engineering to build the solutions my clients couldn't find.
Today, I combine that deep operational logic with a modern tech stack (React, TypeScript, Next.js). I don't just build websites; I build platforms like VowSuite: resilient, intuitive, and designed with a level of empathy and efficiency that you only get from living a life fully lived. As a mum of three, I know that time is our most valuable currency, so I build software that saves it."
The Toolkit
Frontend Core
React, Next.js, TypeScript, JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3
Styling & UI
Tailwind CSS, Framer Motion, CSS Modules, Responsive Design
Backend & Data
Node.js, Express.js, MongoDB, Mongoose, Firebase, Supabase, REST APIs, Google Apps Script
Tools & Ecosystem
Git, GitHub, Vercel, Netlify, Google Cloud, VS Code, Redux, Tanstack Query, NextAuth
Professional Experience
Founder & Lead Developer
Empower Digital Solutions
Architecting and deploying full-stack web applications and premium web designs.
Selected Projects:
- •VowSuite: White-Label SaaS Platform for Wedding Planners.
- •The Zen Den: High-performance wellness studio platform.
- •Bistro 44: Interactive dining experience & reservation engine.
- •AURA: Cinematic personal branding platform.
Automation Engineer
Empower Automation
- Designing bespoke Google Apps Script solutions to bridge API gaps.
- Transforming manual business workflows into automated systems.
Operations Manager
Empower Virtual Assistant Services
- Founded and scaled a virtual assistance agency, managing business finances, GDPR compliance, and operational systems.
- The Pivot: Realised 80% of admin tasks could be solved with better code, sparking my transition to engineering.
Professional Care & Advocacy
Private & Public Sector
- Role: Dedicated care professional and advocate for vulnerable individuals.
- Transferable Skills: Crisis management, high-pressure decision making and unwavering resilience.
International Experience (North Cyprus)
Various Sectors
- Roles: Teaching Assistant, Sales, Hospitality & Professional Modelling.
- Impact: Developed cultural adaptability and strong communication skills. Teaching honed my ability to explain complex concepts, while living abroad built self-reliance.
Sales & Customer Service
Various Roles
Impact: A solid foundation in direct sales, lead generation, and identifying client needs.
Education
HND Business Administration
SCQF Level 8Scotland
Focus: Business Law, Economics, Financial Management.
Relevance: Provides the business logic foundation for my software architecture.
Scottish Highers
SCQF Level 6- STEM: Mathematics, Chemistry.
- Languages: English, Spanish, French.
- Vocational: Hospitality.
Languages
(Acquired via residence in TRNC)
The Superpowers
Operational Intelligence
I see the business flaw before I write the code fix.
Crisis Management
Honed during 10 years in care; code bugs don't panic me.
Communication
I speak "Client", "Designer", and "Developer."
Resilience
I solve problems and love a challenge.