{"id":224,"date":"2025-05-15T03:45:54","date_gmt":"2025-05-15T03:45:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/?page_id=224"},"modified":"2025-07-04T10:18:09","modified_gmt":"2025-07-04T10:18:09","slug":"about-me","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/index.php\/about-me\/","title":{"rendered":"About Me"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background fusion-parallax-none nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-background-blend-mode:multiply;--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-min-height:500px;--awb-background-image:linear-gradient(180deg, rgba(67,69,73,0.71) 0%,rgba(67,69,73,0.88) 100%),url(https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pexels-thisisengineering-3861963-scaled.jpg);;--awb-background-size:cover;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-center\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-center fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-one fusion-animated\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color3);--awb-font-size:5rem;\" data-animationType=\"slideInLeft\" data-animationDuration=\"5.0\" data-animationOffset=\"top-into-view\"><h1 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-center\" style=\"margin:0;font-size:1em;\">Hi, I&#8217;m Cristine<\/h1><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1 fusion-animated\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:center;--awb-letter-spacing:0.3rem;--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color5);\" data-animationType=\"slideInRight\" data-animationDuration=\"5.0\" data-animationOffset=\"top-into-view\"><p>BACK-END DEVELOPER, UI\/UX DESIGNNER, &amp; DEVOPS<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background hundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right:0px;--awb-padding-left:0px;--awb-background-color:var(--awb-color1);--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-center fusion-flex-justify-content-space-between fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"width:104% !important;max-width:104% !important;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-right:100px;--awb-padding-left:100px;--awb-bg-color:var(--awb-custom_color_6);--awb-bg-color-hover:var(--awb-custom_color_6);--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-motion-effects=\"[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;scroll&quot;,&quot;scroll_direction&quot;:&quot;right&quot;}]\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-row\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color3);--awb-margin-top:64px;--awb-margin-bottom:34px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">About Me<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color3);--awb-margin-bottom:84px;\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"507\">I\u2019m a passionate full-stack developer with extensive experience in both backend and frontend technologies. With a deep understanding of the entire web development stack, I approach each project with a balance of technical precision and creative vision. From writing clean, efficient code on the server-side to designing user interfaces that are intuitive and visually engaging, I bring ideas to life through both function and form.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"895\">On the backend, I specialize in building scalable, maintainable systems that are robust and efficient. I work with modern frameworks and databases to create seamless solutions that power the applications behind the scenes. Whether it\u2019s optimizing performance or ensuring security, I focus on delivering a reliable infrastructure that supports user needs without compromising on quality.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"1302\">On the frontend, I\u2019m dedicated to crafting dynamic, responsive designs that provide exceptional user experiences. I strive to make every interaction smooth and engaging, whether it\u2019s developing interactive components or ensuring mobile-first responsiveness. With an eye for detail and a focus on user-centered design, I deliver high-quality web experiences that are both visually appealing and functional.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-right:44px;--awb-padding-left:64px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-motion-effects=\"[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;scroll&quot;,&quot;scroll_direction&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;start_element&quot;:&quot;center&quot;,&quot;end_viewport&quot;:&quot;center&quot;}]\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-aspect-ratio:2 \/ 1;--awb-object-position:92% 43%;--awb-mask-url: url(https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/fusion-builder\/\/assets\/images\/masks\/mask-12.svg);--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none has-mask has-aspect-ratio\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" title=\"Portrait,Of,Cheerful,Intelligent,Manager,Lady,Toothy,Smile,Operating,Pc\" src=\"https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/16c7ca45bb.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-261 img-with-aspect-ratio\" data-parent-fit=\"cover\" data-parent-container=\".fusion-image-element\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/16c7ca45bb-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/16c7ca45bb-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/16c7ca45bb-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/16c7ca45bb-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/16c7ca45bb.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><p>My journey as a developer started with a passion for understanding how things work on the web. Over time, I grew into a full-stack developer, skilled in both backend and frontend technologies. I enjoy building clean, efficient systems behind the scenes while crafting intuitive, responsive interfaces on the front end. With every project, I aim to create seamless, user-focused digital experiences that combine functionality with thoughtful design.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"100-width.php","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-224","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/224","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=224"}],"version-history":[{"count":48,"href":"https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/224\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":367,"href":"https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/224\/revisions\/367"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/cristinedelacruz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=224"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}