Matthew Raynor

Full-Stack Django Developer | Python Web Engineer | Remote-First Builder

new york, United States

Summary

I design, build, and deploy production-ready Django applications focused on real business needs: from scheduling logistics and generating invoices to processing Stripe payments and integrating user-auth dashboards. I work end-to-end—from models and APIs to deployment and UX. My projects are 100% remote and run in Docker environments with PostgreSQL databases, real-time features (Channels), and responsive UI built with Bootstrap.

Languages:

English

Favorite Python Packages:

Django, Django REST Framework, Pillow, Whitenoise, environs, pdfkit, psycopg2, requests, crispy-forms, and WeasyPrint. These power my apps’ APIs, image handling, static files, PDF generation, and secure settings.

Experience

Experience

Freelance Django Developer
Remote | 2022 – Present

• Built and deployed full-stack Django apps including:

  • Art Moving Dashboard – logistics tool with scheduling, invoicing, client/job management, PDF generation, and dynamic calendar views

  • E-Commerce Portfolio Site – motivational blog + online store (Stripe checkout, testimonials, user reviews, email contact)

  • AI Chatbot App – integrates OpenAI API with Django Channels for real-time chat using motivational content

• Dockerized development and production environments with PostgreSQL, Heroku deployment, and secure settings

• Implemented features like custom user auth, dynamic formsets, search filters, email alerts, and REST APIs

Skills

Backend Development, Django, Django REST Framework, Docker, Fullstack Development, Git, Gunicorn, Heroku, PostgreSQL, ReactJS, Web Development