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WordPress Designer & Developer

Building Scalable, High-Performance WordPress Experiences

I build and optimize WordPress websites with a strong focus on performance, technical SEO, scalability, and reliable long-term maintenance, creating stable digital experiences that integrate seamlessly into modern agency workflows.

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  name = 'Ricardo Fortis';
  role = 'Performance-Focused Developer';
  focus = ['Core Web Vitals', 'Scalability'];
  status = 'Ready to Join Your Tech Team';

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    this.auditSitePerformance();
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"Ricardo is amazing. Talent web dev and has great character. He makes a meaningful and measurable impact on many people!"

Executive Director, Josh Konoff
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Core Vitals

Passing Audit

Performance Audit
CSS Minify Enabled
Font Loading Optimized
Unused JS Removed

5+

Years Experience

20+

Successful Projects

90+

Lighthouse Scores

100%

Job Success

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A Reliable Technical Partner
for Modern Agencies

I help agencies and businesses build, optimize, maintain, and troubleshoot modern websites and marketing platforms. From WordPress development and high-converting landing pages to infrastructure management, frontend implementation, and technical support.

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Web Development

Reliable WordPress development focused on fast execution, lightweight architecture, and long-term maintainability. Built for scalable agency workflows, easier future management, and stable client websites that reduce technical friction over time.

High-Converting Landing Pages

Conversion-focused landing pages built for speed, responsive implementation, and reliable frontend performance. Designed to help marketing teams launch, iterate, and optimize campaigns efficiently while maximizing ROI and reducing operational friction.

Performance Optimization

Performance optimization focused on fixing layout shifts, asset delivery bottlenecks, render-blocking resources, and inefficient frontend execution. Built to improve Core Web Vitals, loading speed, Lighthouse performance, and overall website reliability.

Website Maintenance

Proactive WordPress maintenance focused on keeping websites stable, secure, updated, and operational without disrupting marketing workflows. Including plugin audits, security updates, troubleshooting, uptime monitoring, and ongoing frontend support for long-term reliability.

Hosting & Infrastructure

Technical infrastructure support for production websites including VPS management, DNS configuration, SSL setup, mail systems, and hosting operations. Focused on maintaining stable environments, reliable deployments, and uninterrupted website operations.

Technical Support

Hands-on technical support across WordPress websites, hosting platforms, email systems, CRM tools, and operational platforms. Focused on resolving issues quickly, reducing downtime, and keeping teams productive without technical blockers.

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Proven Results Across
Real-World Projects

A selection of WordPress development, website optimization, infrastructure, and long-term maintenance projects focused on performance, scalability, stability, and reliable execution for agencies and growing businesses.

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Agency Website
WordPress Development

StratGrow

Development and optimization of the agency's website using WordPress and Elementor, focused on performance, responsive behavior, scalability, and clean UX execution.

Key Focus

  • Performance-first WordPress architecture
  • Responsive UX across all breakpoints
  • Scalable page structure for future growth
  • Clean implementation for easy long-term maintenance

Results

PageSpeed: 99 Desktop / 90 Mobile

Improved loading performance and UX consistency

Optimized structure for marketing scalability

Agency Website
Custom Theme Development

Paladar Negro Studio

Custom-built portfolio website using a fully tailored WordPress theme designed for performance, flexibility, and modern visual presentation.

Key Focus

  • Custom theme architecture (no heavy builders)
  • Lightweight, performance-optimized frontend
  • Flexible CMS for content control
  • Modern responsive design system

Results

PageSpeed: 92 Desktop / 87 Mobile

Fast-loading portfolio experience

Highly maintainable and scalable structure

Lead Generation Website
Lead Generation Website

The Power Lawyers

Development of a professional law firm website focused on conversion, credibility, and structured lead generation using WordPress and Elementor.

Key Focus

  • Conversion-oriented page structure
  • Responsive and trust-driven UI
  • Performance optimization for user retention
  • Scalable architecture for future content expansion

Results

PageSpeed: 90 Desktop / 79 Mobile

Improved user experience for lead acquisition

Strong foundation for SEO and paid traffic

Website Maintenance
Website Maintenance

Merge Inc.

Long-term website maintenance focused on stability, updates, and continuous optimization for a growing digital platform.

Key Focus

  • Plugin and system maintenance
  • Ongoing performance improvements
  • Content updates and visual refinements
  • Technical issue resolution and support

Results

Improved site stability over time

Reduced technical friction for internal team

Consistent performance improvements

Website Maintenance - Tourism Platform
Website Maintenance

Canada Revealed

Technical maintenance and optimization for a content-heavy tourism platform focused on reliability and continuous updates.

Key Focus

  • Plugin and CMS maintenance
  • Content updates and structural improvements
  • Visual consistency and UX refinements
  • Ongoing performance optimization

Results

More stable content publishing workflow

Improved UX consistency across pages

Reduced maintenance overhead

Website Maintenance and Infrastructure
Website Maintenance & Infrastructure

PC Age

Ongoing technical support and infrastructure management for an educational platform built with Next.js and MySQL.

Key Focus

  • Server monitoring and uptime stability
  • Security updates and system maintenance
  • Infrastructure optimization and performance tuning
  • Continuous content and platform improvements

Results

Stable production environment with reduced downtime

Improved operational reliability

Faster issue resolution and system consistency

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Trusted by Agency Leaders
and Marketing Teams

Testimonials from agency leaders, marketing teams, and business owners who value dependable delivery, efficient troubleshooting, precise execution, and fast technical problem-solving that supports real business growth.

★★★★★ 5.0
"Ricardo is amazing. Talent web dev and has great character. He makes a meaningful and measurable impact on many people!"
Josh Konoff Executive Director
★★★★★ 5.0
"Ricardo is easy to work with, super responsive, and gets the job done."
Patricia Ng Head of Product - MT Copeland
★★★★★ 5.0
"Ricardo is amazing to work with. He is VERY dependable and talented. Ricardo really cares about clients. He is a real person and has a strong understanding of what we needed. Ricardo has fast solutions that work extremely well the first time. If you want fast and smart results — then work with Ricardo."
Lori Swift Greatteammembers Jobs
★★★★★ 5.0
"Ricardo has consistently shown a willingness to understand situations, resolve difficulties, and act proactively to ensure the smooth running of each of the needs we have had in the company. We couldn't have found anyone better for this job."
Francesc Cañigueral Senior Marketing Consultant - Despegue.uno
★★★★★ 4.9
"Excellent Job! Ricardo absolutely knows what he is doing. He has amazing HTML skills and is super friendly and super client oriented. Working with him was a true pleasure. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED."
Manager Grupo Perfimexa
★★★★★ 5.0
"If you have a delicate, very complex project and you require a reliable and committed professional, do not hesitate to hire Ricardo. 100% recommended!"
Victor López Owner - BSO Multimedia
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