Hello! My name is Aaron Barnaby and I'm a full-stack developer currently working at Funky Pigeon. I have been developing for 15+ years, starting with small HTML and Java projects, progressing through PHP-based retail websites, and now working day-to-day with .NET, React (Next.js), and Node.js.
Over the years I have worked across a wide range of technology stacks, and the majority of that breadth has been self-taught — driven by a genuine curiosity to keep up with the latest tools and best practices. I pride myself on not just learning the syntax of a language or framework, but really understanding the fundamentals and the reasoning behind the patterns I use.
Development has always been a passion before a profession. I genuinely love what I do, and that shows in the care I put into my work — whether that means finding the most elegant solution to a problem, planning ahead for future requirements, or pushing the quality bar a little higher than strictly necessary. From an early age I've been drawn to technology in all forms, and that curiosity has never left me.
Anyone I have worked with will tell you I'm deeply passionate about my craft and consistently go above and beyond what is expected. When I first joined Funky Pigeon I rebuilt their entire backend admin tool off my own initiative — what started as a personal side project over a couple of weeks became the core backend system the business still relies on today. That kind of ownership and drive has carried through everything I've been involved in: the API architecture, the personalisation editor, the ecommerce platform rework, and more.
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When I'm not at a keyboard I enjoy a wide range of video games — Final Fantasy holds a permanent spot as my all-time favourite series. I'm also a big film and TV fan; once I start something I have to see it through. Away from screens I have a real passion for technology in the physical world, particularly drones and FPV flying — an expensive hobby for sure. I love getting outdoors too, and as a National Trust member I make the most of woodland walks and natural spots with my wife, kids, and dog.
That's right — I'm a proud dad to twins: Lily & Archie. Life with two of them is brilliantly chaotic, and alongside my wife Rose we make a pretty great team.
If I sound like someone you'd like to work with, or even just have a conversation with, feel free to drop me an email — me@ajbarnaby.com.