Hi! I'm Michal Ferák
Full-Stack Engineer & Digital Product Designer
Product-driven software engineer with 20+ years experience. Delivering measurable wins through precise front-end craft, back-end depth and design instinct.
About Me
With over two decades in software development and digital design, I bring a unique combination of technical expertise and design sensibility to every project. My experience spans from architecting complex web applications to crafting intuitive user experiences.
I'm passionate about building products that not only function flawlessly but also delight users. Whether it's conducting accessibility audits, designing design systems, or developing native mobile applications, I approach each challenge with curiosity and attention to detail.
20+
Years Experience
70+
Projects Delivered
100%
Client Satisfaction
Professional Experience
Freelance Developer & Designer
Independent 2004—present- Delivered 70+ web & mobile projects for agencies across EU and US
- Designed & built Kahudo, native iOS solitaire game in SwiftUI with 5-star App Store rating
- Created & engineered DNA art - automated mapping of DNA allele sizes to gel-style graphics
- Providing end-to-end services including branding, UX/UI, and maintenance
Full-Stack Engineer & Designer
Martinus, Slovakia 2020—present- Owned the company-wide front-end design system
- Conducted end-to-end accessibility audit; implemented fixes and best practices, raising WCAG compliance and usability
- Partnered with UX & digital product team to overhaul all key entry points – homepage, PLP/search, PDP – boosting conversion
- Conducted UX research, crafted design and full-stack build of an in-store kiosk system
Senior Developer
Altamira Softworks, Slovakia 2015—2020- Led full redesign of Universal Edition's global sheet-music storefront; modernised UX, optimised performance and search
- Architected Scodo, a self-publishing platform for composers
- Created modular e-learning survey system
- Designed & developed an electronic Case Report Form (eCRF) tracking system for a government health institute
- Delivered counterfeit-currency tracking app used by authorities
Full-Stack Developer
Sven Creative, Slovakia 2013—2015- Built multi-tenant online ordering platform for restaurants
- Integrated loyalty-points engine
- Implemented address geo-verification (Google Maps API) to cut delivery errors
- Maintained and extended API services linking the platform to POS and payment gateways
Core Skills
Front-end
Back-end
Mobile
Design & Motion
Practices
Languages
Featured Projects
Martinus E-commerce Platform
Complete overhaul of Slovakia's largest book retailer's digital platform. Implemented design system, improved accessibility, and boosted conversion rates.
Kahudo iOS Game
Native iOS solitaire game built with SwiftUI. Launched on the App Store with a 5-star rating and thousands of downloads.
Scodo Publishing Platform
Self-publishing platform for composers and musicians. Full-stack solution with payment processing and digital rights management.
Universal Edition Storefront
Global sheet music storefront redesign for prestigious Austrian publisher. Modernized UX and optimized search performance.
Restaurant Ordering Platform
Multi-tenant online ordering system with loyalty engine and geo-verification. Integrated with POS systems and payment gateways.
DNA Art Generator
Automated system for mapping DNA allele sizes to artistic gel-style graphics. Custom scripting with Photoshop integration.
What People Say
"An outstanding full-stack developer with a strong focus on frontend technologies and attention to detail."
"Combines strong passion for design and wide technical know-how."
"His solutions stay current and are remarkably user-friendly."
Get In Touch
Ready to discuss your next project? I'm always interested in hearing about new opportunities and challenges. Let's create something amazing together.