Building exceptional web experiences
I craft user-friendly applications with a focus on clean code, scalability, and real-world results.
My Background & Skills
Who I Am
Hey there! 👋, my name is Francisco Gongora, but I go by Pako 😎. I’m a web developer with 4+ years of experience crafting modern, performant, and responsive applications. I thrive on turning complex challenges into simple, intuitive user experiences that make an impact 🚀.
My journey began with JavaScript and has grown to include React, Node.js, and supporting tools like Docker. Along the way, I’ve built customer-facing apps, optimized performance at scale, and introduced analytics-driven insights to guide better product decisions.
I’m passionate about continuous learning and enjoy exploring new technologies that push me to grow as both a developer and problem-solver.
Technical Skills
Featured Projects
Guided Tree
Streamlined onboarding web app for building four-generation family trees, featuring smart ancestor matching via FamilySearch.
Payroll Incidents Manager
Web app for payroll incidents with approval, system sync, recalculation, bank file, and email reports.
Work Experience
Frontend Developer
FamilySearch
I helped enhance FamilySearch’s tools that guide millions on their family history journey. From refactoring and performance optimizations to adding key features like the great-grandparents onboarding, I’ve made these products more stable and scalable. I also introduced analytics reporting and A/B testing, empowering the team to iterate faster and measure impact directly.
Full-Stack Developer
Datwer
Led the creation of Datwer’s software department from scratch, delivering multiple client apps and an internal tools. I wore many hats, from product planning to backend development, and ultimately led a major React migration. My work laid the foundation for Datwer’s growth as a tech partner.