20 Years of Design and Development Experience

A background in graphic design and over 15 years of programming, I craft websites and mobile apps for a wide range of clients. Find me on LinkedIn or send me an email at fernando@fmondragon.com

Shop Local. Support Local.

A free, community-focused marketplace connecting Chicagoland residents with local businesses and their products

LocalCicero
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The Marketplace Built for Chicagoland

LocalChicago is a group of dedicated online marketplace created exclusively for the town of Cicero. Local businesses can register 100% free, create a profile, and instantly gain visibility in the community. Each business gets its own page where customers can learn about the business, browse products, view deals, and make purchases directly through the platform.

LocalChicago also serves as a local business directory, making it easy for residents to discover new places, explore services, and support Cicero-owned establishments. Whether you're selling products, offering daily discounts, or simply promoting your business, LocalChicago provides free exposure and a simple way to connect with local customers.

Technicals

  • Custom CMS Development
  • Progressive Web App
  • Vanilla Coded app
  • PHP backend
  • MySQL Database for Admins, User Profile, Content
  • jQuery Mobile
  • Fontawesome
  • Development for iOS & Android

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Getting Your Brand onto the App Stores

Launch your own fully branded mobile app, BrandVibe sets it all up for you.

BrandVibe
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Your Branded App, Instantly

BrandVibe is a white-label mobile app solution that lets any business or organization launch their own branded app. Built on a powerful WordPress backend, BrandVibe makes customization effortless—simply upload your logo, choose your brand colors, set your name, and your app instantly reflects your identity.

BrandVibe includes optional screens you can enable as needed, such as News, Events, Community Chat, Donations, Shop, and Profile—giving you the flexibility to build the exact app experience your audience needs. Whether you're a business, nonprofit, community group, or ministry, BrandVibe provides a seamless way to connect, communicate, and grow under your own brand.

Technicals

  • Wordpress Backend
  • React Native Frontend
  • iOS & Android
  • AI
  • Fontawesome

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Connecting the Called

A Christ-centered social network where believers share testimonies, study Scripture, and fellowship together.

Gathered
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A Social Network for Believing Christians

Gathered is a Christ-centered social network created for believers who want to share, grow, and connect in faith. Members can read and post community testimonies, share Bible study insights, and engage with others who are passionate about following Jesus.

Gathered also includes a welcoming set of community features: chat in group chatrooms, create a personal profile with your information and up to six photos, and browse the profiles of other believers to build meaningful, faith-based connections.

Technicals

  • Custom CMS Development
  • Progressive Web App
  • Vanilla Coded app
  • PHP backend
  • MySQL Database for Admins, User Profile, Posts, Chat
  • jQuery Mobile
  • Fontawesome

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Collections of Christian Hymns

A devotional hymn app that brings worship, notes, favorites, and daily Scripture encouragement into one place.

BHB
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Hymns for Worship, Meditation, and Daily Encouragement

The Believers Hymnbook App is a beautifully organized collection of classic hymnbooks and their hymns, designed to strengthen worship and personal devotion. Easily browse hymns, mark your favorites, and revisit the ones you love through your built-in history.

Enhance your study and reflection by adding personal notes to any hymn, helping you remember spiritual insights and moments of worship. The app also includes a Random Daily Verse, offering fresh encouragement from Scripture each day.

Technicals

  • Custom Development
  • Progressive Web App
  • Vanilla Coded app
  • jQuery Mobile
  • Fontawesome
  • LocalStorage Database

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About

Programming facinates me - especially when it's bringing an idea to life through it.

I'm always coming up with new projects to program - the creativity doesn't seem to stop.

The background image here is a snapshot of a few of the Wordpress websites & other projects I've developeed throughout my career.

Some of the other stuff I catch myself thinking about:

  • Christianity
  • Photography
  • Art & Design
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Health & Fitness

Let's talk about working together on something you've been working on.

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Fernando Mondragon
fernando@fmondragon.com
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Proficiencies

Website Development
Native Mobile App Development
Photography
Graphic Design

Software:
VS Code
Adobe Suite

Technologies:
Custom Wordpress Theme Development
AI Image generation
AI Development / VibeCoding
React Native
Progressive Web App Development
General AI
Apache
MySQL
HTML/CSS/JS/PHP
jQuery
Bootstrap
GIT
Node.js
Responsive Web Developermnt
Familiar with Smart Contracts and Crypto

Work History

Independent Graphic Designer & Web Developer
@ Fmondragon - 2011 - Present
Providing website and app design and development to a wide range of clients

Web Developer
@ Artisan - 2011 - 2022

Digital Designer & Developer
@ UBM Studios - 2007 - 2009
@ Techinsights Studios - 2006 - 2007

Digital/Graphic Designer
@ Cintas - 2006 - 2007

Education

Int'l Academy of Design & Technology, Chicago
BFA Graphic Design & Multi-media - 2005