CERTIFIED CODEABLE EXPERT DEVELOPER
Hi, I’m Rafał Gicgier, a seasoned WordPress developer with over a decade of expertise. My areas of specialization encompass plugin development, the creation of custom scripts (including WordPress plugins), fortifying websites against vulnerabilities, removing malware, enhancing security measures, and crafting entire websites from .psd designs.
SEcurity Related GUIDES
5 Security Plugins to Safeguard WordPress
In this short article, I list a number of useful WordPress security plugins, some of which I use to compliment my security work.
How to track user Activity and Manage WordPress user roles
In this article I’ll teach you how to track user activity and manage roles. Improve security and transparency of your WordPress website.
Top Unobvious Secure Features of Gravity Forms
In this article, I will show you the security features of Gravity Forms. Learn how you can leverage them to safeguard your submissions and the sensitive information they may contain.
Contact Form 7 tutorials
Contact Form 7 – custom templates tutorial
In this tutorial, I’ll guide you through the process of creating a custom Contact Form 7 template. You’ll be able to reuse that elsewhere.
Contact Form 7 – two columns layout guide
In this tutorial I’ll teach you how to add two columns layout to the Contact Form 7, using CSS and HTML only.
Enhancing Contact Form 7: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to style Contact Form 7 form: add background, add headings to organize sections, add up to 3 columns and style the radio buttons.
DYI HTML/JS GAME TUTORIALS
A simple platform Game Concept Made with AI
A simple 2D platformer shooter concept made with ChatGPT and AI generated images with Concept Art and full code.
Dodge and Shoot” a Galaga clone made in HTML 5
An exciting and challenging browser-based game! Dodge and Shoot is a straightforward yet engaging Galaga clone made with JavaScript.
GRavity forms tutorials
Gravity Forms – how to geolocate the country of entries
Introduction Gravity Forms is one of the most powerful WordPress form plugins, allowing businesses and website owners to create dynamic and user-friendly forms. While many fields are commonly included, one often overlooked but highly valuable addition is the Country...
Gravity Forms Conditional Logic – Basics (VIDEO)
In this video tutorial, I’ll teach you the basics of Gravity Forms Conditional logic.
Gravity Forms dynamic population tips and tricks
I’ll teach you how to use Gravity Forms Dynamic population. A great feature of the plugin, giving options to categorize the leads.
My Drone Video Showcase
Los Alcázares
Video made with the DJI Mavic and GoPro. A bunch of aerial shots of the area and the beautiful city center, full of Murals.
Top Murals of Łódź, Poland
Video made with the DJI Mavic – my personal set of Top Murals, in Łódź, Poland.
TOP Parks in Łódź, Poland
Video made with the DJI Mavic and DJI Avata 2 – some of my favourite parks of Łódź, Poland.
PRODUCTS
-
Hardening WordPress – an e-book
4,00 $ -
Sale!
“The Legend of Leviathan of Power” – Chapter 2
Original price was: 10,00 $.1,00 $Current price is: 1,00 $. -
Free!
Free Digital art to Print – A popart, portraif of a lady
Original price was: 1,00 $.0,00 $Current price is: 0,00 $. -
Digital Art to Print – Steampunk Puppet
3,00 $
About Me
I believe in simplicity, that’s why I choose WordPress.
I come with a solid 11-year track record in the industry. Over the years, I’ve successfully crafted over 100 websites from the ground up and developed numerous WordPress plugins. My expertise has allowed me to assist clients spanning the globe.
With my skillset, I can provide valuable support in various areas, including converting .psd designs into functional themes, creating custom plugins, working with tools like Gravity Forms, WooCommerce, Advanced Custom Fields, and Elementor. I’m also well-versed in addressing typical WordPress issues and excel in tackling security concerns, such as malware removal, site fortification, and providing security consultancy services.
Ultimately, my approach is grounded in a straightforward principle: Keep it simple, yet effective.
My Certifications
Some of My Work
Zawsze na Wakacjach
security fixes
Performed post-hack cleanup and comprehensive malware removal for a personal business website offering guided tours around Barcelona and Spain. The site was compromised by the Balada Injector malware; successfully identified and removed malicious code, restored site functionality, and implemented enhanced security measures to prevent future attacks.
Gruby Entertainment
WordPress theme development
Designed and developed a fully responsive WordPress website for Gruby Entertainment, a Polish game development studio, based on their Figma designs. The project involved translating detailed UI/UX mockups into a custom WordPress theme, ensuring pixel-perfect fidelity, fast performance, and seamless content management capabilities.
Arthekagen
from .psd to WordPress
Built a complete WordPress website for a Polish artist under the brand Arthekagen, using Elementor and a custom design provided in a .PSD file. The site showcases a unique portfolio of hand-crafted Coats of Arms, historical Maps, and Family Trees, with functionality that allows visitors to place custom orders directly through the site.
KIM Restaurant
site updates
Performed a comprehensive update of an outdated website, including WordPress core and plugin updates, SSL certificate installation, and general site hardening for improved security. Implemented and styled a custom reservation form using Contact Form 7. Additionally, applied various small fixes, updated site policies, and improved accessibility to ensure compliance with modern web standards.
Or just send me a message!
Recommended FORMS PLUGIN
Gravity Forms is a user-friendly drag-and-drop WordPress forms plugin that facilitates form creation, custom API integration, and organizing user-submitted data in general, with a friendly and easy-to-use Back End panel. I use it on ALL of my client’s websites (unless otherwise stated) and I even use it on my website 🙂 On top of that, I’ve written a bunch of useful Gravity Forms tutorials with instructions on how to customize them even further, at: https://wp-doin.com/category/gravity-forms/
TESTIMONIALS
"Whatever the scenario - big-deal complex code, micro-design issues, sketchy legacy code - Rafal just gets it and finds a way through."
“Rafal is a good communicator, works quickly and efficiently and his work is exemplary. He’s happy to take the time to explain the rational behind coding and design chooses, and he will walk the extra mile to make sure you are fully satisfied with the project. I will most definitely employ him again.“
“Rafal was very communicative during the entire project. He was patient with me and explained in detail everything that was to be completed. He delivered exactly as promised. Thanks again, Rafal! I look forward to working with you on another project.“
“Rafal is fantastic at really listening and ensuring he understands what is required but is also imaginative and makes great suggestions."
Recommended Blazing FAST
CLOUD Hosting
As the affiliate partner, I wholeheartedly endorse Cloudways as your top hosting choice. Trust me, these folks are not just easy-going but incredibly supportive. Plus, when it comes to speed, their hosting truly stands out and is well worth the investment. And, that’s not just my opinion; it’s something I firmly believe in. So, why wait? Give Cloudways a try today and experience the difference for yourself!
My Experience
+ Years of Experience
& more Independent Projects
& more Team Projects
Type of work I do
- From .psd Theme Development
- Plugin Development
- Gravity Forms Advanced Integrations
- WooCoomerce Theme and Plugin Development
- ACF, WPML, Elementor & more
- Malware Removal, Security and Hardening of WordPress platform
- Hosting Recommendations & Migrations
Education
- Master’s Degree in Computer Science (Portugal & Poland)
- Certified Codeable Expert Developer
- Cybersecurity StationX Certificate Hackers Exposed
- Cybersecurity StationX Certificate Network Security
- Cybersecurity StationX Certficiate Anonymous Browsing
- Telc Certificate in Spanish Language
Other
- Team worker
- Strong English & Spanish Knowledge
- Strong .git and svn knowledge
- node .js, gulp and grunt knowledge
- .scss knowledge
- Focus & attention to detail
- JIRA, Asana and Basecamp user
My Social Media
(feel free to follow me)
