Jeffrey Barke
About Jeffrey Barke
Jeffrey Barke is a Front End Developer with over 14 years of experience at The Knot. He specializes in WordPress and wiki development, adhering to W3C standards and utilizing various JavaScript libraries and APIs.
Work at The Knot
Jeffrey Barke has been employed at The Knot as a Front End Developer since 2010. In this role, he focuses on creating user-friendly web interfaces and ensuring optimal performance of web applications. His responsibilities include developing and maintaining the front-end codebase, adhering to best practices in web development, and collaborating with design and development teams to enhance user experience.
Previous Experience at theMechanism
Before joining The Knot, Jeffrey Barke worked at theMechanism as a Senior Developer and Information Architect from 2007 to 2010. In this position, he contributed to various web development projects, applying his skills in front-end technologies and information architecture to create effective digital solutions.
Career at Crisis Prevention Institute
Jeffrey Barke served as a Web Content Specialist at Crisis Prevention Institute from 2005 to 2006. His role involved managing and updating web content, ensuring that information was accurate and accessible to users. This position helped him develop a strong foundation in web content management.
Education and Expertise
Jeffrey Barke studied at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee from 1996 to 2001, completing a five-year program. He has developed expertise in WordPress development and wiki development using the PmWiki engine. His technical skills include proficiency in the Prototype and jQuery JavaScript libraries, as well as experience with the Google Maps API and Flickr API.
Commitment to Standards Compliance
Jeffrey Barke is committed to creating W3C standards-compliant HTML and CSS code. He practices unobtrusive JavaScript development, which enhances the maintainability and accessibility of web applications. His focus on standards compliance ensures that his work meets industry benchmarks for quality and performance.