Henna Kristal Timonen Portfolio

Henna Kristal Timonen

🌟 Full-Stack PHP Developer | WordPress Specialist | Game Development Enthusiast 🌟

As a passionate Full-Stack PHP Developer, I specialize in crafting dynamic, user-friendly WordPress websites that drive engagement and deliver exceptional user experiences. For the past four years at Avenla Oy, I've focused on building responsive, high-quality solutions that align seamlessly with client goals and meet today's evolving digital standards.

Beyond web development, I immerse myself in game development, a creative pursuit that allows me to expand my technical skills, explore innovative programming techniques, and stay adaptable in an ever-evolving field. This unique blend of web and game development fuels my creativity, keeping me inspired and continuously honing my expertise.


HTML
JavaScript
JQuery
CSS
SASS
PHP
C#
SEO
Optimization
CMS
Databases
MySQL
UI/UX
Wordpress
Woocommerce
Git
Unity
Flatsome
Apache
Nginx

Web Development

With over 5 years of dedicated experience in website development, I specialize in PHP programming and WordPress solutions. My expertise lies in creating dynamic, responsive, and user-friendly websites that cater to your specific needs. From concept to deployment, I ensure that every website I develop is not only visually appealing but also robust and scalable, leveraging the latest technologies and best practices in the industry.

WordPress

WordPress is the world's most popular content management system, powering a significant portion of websites on the internet. It's renowned for its versatility, ease of use, and a vast ecosystem of themes and plugins. As a WordPress expert, I harness this powerful platform to build websites that are not only visually striking but also functionally robust. Specializing in the Flatsome theme, I create compelling, responsive designs that ensure a seamless user experience, ideal for businesses looking to establish a significant online presence.

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Kristal Framework

Kristal Framework is a PHP-based architecture designed to help developers create websites with a clean and straightforward MVC environment. The framework is publicly available under the MIT License, granting individuals the latitude to utilize, modify, and distribute it as they deem appropriate.

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WordPress

Discover the Power of WordPress: The World's Most Popular Website Platform. WordPress stands out as the leading choice for website creation, renowned for its user-friendly interface and versatility. Embraced by beginners and professionals alike, it powers a significant portion of the internet. Its intuitive design, coupled with a vast array of themes and plugins, makes WordPress an ideal platform for anyone looking to establish an online presence. Whether you're launching a blog, business site, or a portfolio, WordPress simplifies the process, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable website building experience.

WooCommerce: Simplifying E-Commerce

Empower Your Online Store with WooCommerce. As a robust extension of WordPress, WooCommerce offers a comprehensive and easy-to-use e-commerce solution. It transforms any WordPress site into a fully functional online store, with minimal effort. Whether you're selling physical goods, digital products, or services, WooCommerce seamlessly integrates with your site, providing a reliable and flexible platform for your e-commerce needs. Its user-friendly interface, extensive customization options, and vast array of extensions make it a go-to choice for businesses looking to venture into the online market.

Flatsome: A User-Friendly Page Builder

Create Beautiful, Responsive Websites Effortlessly with Flatsome. Designed specifically for WordPress, Flatsome is a top-tier theme that comes with an intuitive page builder. It's the perfect tool for crafting stunning, responsive websites with ease. Flatsome's drag-and-drop interface simplifies the design process, allowing you to build professional-looking sites without needing to code. Its rich selection of pre-made templates and elements ensures that your site not only looks great but also performs excellently on any device. Flatsome is the ideal solution for anyone aiming to quickly create visually appealing and highly functional websites.

WordPress Customization: Tailored to Your Needs

WordPress: A Platform for Unlimited Customization. The true strength of WordPress lies in its flexibility. It's a platform that can be tailored to meet almost any online need. From simple blogs to complex e-commerce sites, WordPress can be customized to do it all. With thousands of plugins, themes, and widgets, along with the ability to integrate custom code, WordPress is endlessly adaptable. Whether you have specific functional requirements or unique design visions, WordPress provides the tools and flexibility to bring your ideas to life, making it the ultimate solution for a wide array of web development projects.

Kristal Framework

: 5.5.2019

Introducing the Kristal Framework – a refreshingly simple yet powerful PHP MVC framework, designed for developers seeking an efficient alternative to complex systems like Laravel. Born from a personal template and meticulously refined over years, the Kristal Framework has evolved into a fully-fledged tool that prioritizes ease of use without compromising functionality.

At its core, Kristal Framework is a PHP-based platform that provides a clean, straightforward MVC environment. It's perfect for developers who desire to build websites with speed and intuition. By focusing on essential features and maintaining simplicity, it ensures that web development remains quick, intuitive, and accessible, even for those with less experience.

Unlike Laravel, which can be daunting due to its size and the extensive knowledge required for optimal use, Kristal Framework offers a user-friendly approach. It balances the need for robust functionality with the desire for a more approachable learning curve. This makes it an ideal choice for those looking to develop high-quality websites without getting overwhelmed.

In the spirit of community and collaboration, the Kristal Framework has been released under the MIT license. This open-source approach allows you to use, modify, and share the framework as you see fit, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, the Kristal Framework is your gateway to efficient, enjoyable, and effective web development. Embrace simplicity without sacrificing power – try Kristal Framework for your next project.

Game Development

With over 7 years of experience as a hobbyist in game development, I have honed a diverse skill set in creating engaging 2D games. My expertise spans coding, 2D art, and in-depth knowledge of Unity. I am committed to delivering high-quality gaming experiences that blend engaging gameplay with captivating visuals. My approach is deeply rooted in a passion for game development, coupled with a practical understanding of the latest technologies and trends in the 2D gaming landscape.

Unity stands as an exemplary engine for 2D game development, offering a balance of power and user-friendliness that is unmatched in the industry. Its versatility in handling 2D graphics and animations makes it an ideal choice for developers aiming to create impactful and immersive games. With Unity, I leverage its comprehensive tools and assets to build games that are both visually stunning and technically robust. The engine's flexibility and scalability make it a top choice for projects ranging from indie endeavors to large-scale productions.

Unity Projects

Louhos

: 31.11.2023

Louhos is a 2D mining game where you control a miner that tries to reach the bottom of the world. Mine minerals, complete quests, upgrade your tools and manage your energy as you work towards your goal day by day.

This game was created for the GitHub Game Off 2023 game jam (theme: Scale) within 30 day time limit.

  • Personal project
  • Team size: 5 people
  • Coding language: C# and PHP
  • Created with Unity 2022.3

Velho - Cards of Wizardry

: 1.6.2024

VELHO is a 2D top-down shooter where the power of magic is at your fingertips. Players takes the role of a skilled wizard who must use a deck of mystical cards to cast powerful spells. VELHO combines the excitement of action-packed combat with the strategic depth of card-based spellcasting, providing a fresh and engaging twist on the traditional top down shooter genre.

This game was created for gamejam called Minigame a Month May 2024

  • Personal project
  • Team size: 1 people
  • Coding language: C# and PHP
  • Created with Unity 2022.3

Gravity Simulation

: 20.1.2019

3D gravity simulation game, which was created during video game physics and mathematics course.

The goal of this game was to create learning environment for physics students in LAMK, the game teaches students how gravity effects planetary objects in the space.

Game contains two simulations as well as a sandbox mode where students can create their own universes.

  • School project
  • Coding language: C# and PHP
  • Created with Unity 2018

IWAMA Water Management Game

: 23.3.2018

2D game that contains puzzles and questions about cleaning water.

This game was created for IWAMA water management project in collaboration with Lahti Aqua.

This is a learning game which goal is to teach new trainees the basic functionality of water management facility. Game also collects data about how well people know water management and stores it into a database.

  • School project
  • Team size: 5 people
  • Coding language: C# and PHP
  • Created with Unity 2017.1

Super Meatball

: 2.5.2018

Super Meatboy inspired 2D platformer with speedrunning elements build in.

Game mechanics include basic platforming as well as special abilities which can be unlocked by collecting golden meatballs (collectables). These abilities are for example triple jump, gliding and switching gravity as well as passive bonuses like additional hitpoints.

Game's database doesn't exist anymore, but the game can still be played in offline mode.

  • School project
  • Coding language: C# and PHP
  • Created with Unity 2017.1

L.A.U.G.H. Inc.

: 28.1.2023

L.A.U.G.H. Inc. is a 2D top-down shooter game where you step into the shoes of a new intern who has started their career in a mega-corporation. Unfortunately, all the employees are depressed and sad. It is up to you to spread happiness and save the world from the evil C.E.O. who wants to remove happiness from the world.

This game was made during Global Game Jam / Finnish Game Jam 2024 (theme: "Make Me Laugh") within 48 hour time limit.

  • Personal project
  • Team size: 3 people
  • Coding language: C#
  • Created with Unity 2022.3

App Development

My expertise extends into the development of Windows Form applications. This experience reflects my adaptability and dedication to embracing diverse technology challenges. By focusing on user-centric design and functional efficiency, I aim to create applications that are intuitive and effective. My work in this area demonstrates a commitment to leveraging technology to solve practical problems and improve user experiences.

Windows Forms App

Windows Form Applications provide a robust framework for developing versatile and efficient desktop software. They offer a balanced combination of user-friendly design and technical functionality, making them suitable for a wide range of applications. My approach in using Windows Form Applications is focused on creating solutions that are both scalable and reliable, ensuring that they meet the evolving needs of users and businesses. This technology is a cornerstone for building applications that demand performance, flexibility, and ease of use.

Windows Forms Apps

Android Applications

I specialize in creating Android apps with Unity, focusing on both mobile games and versatile tools or applications. My goal is to deliver visually appealing, functional, and user-friendly apps that work seamlessly across devices.

Using Unity, I ensure apps are scalable, secure, and optimized for performance. Whether you need an engaging game or a practical tool, I design and develop solutions tailored to your needs. Let’s build an Android app that stands out and provides value to your users.

Auto Clicker

: 1.3.2021

Auto Clicker is an application which allows you to automate mouse clicks, create macros, create hotkeys for mouse clicks and automate keyboard inputs.

  • Personal project
  • Coding language: C#
  • Created using Visual Studio and Windows Form Application

Account Manager

: 3.3.2019

Account/password manager which stores your password in an ecnrypted form to your local computer.

  • Personal project
  • Coding language: C#
  • Created using Visual Studio and Windows Form Application

Get in Touch

I'd love to hear from you! Whether you have a project in mind, a question, or just want to say hi, feel free to drop me a message using the form below. Alternatively, you can send me an email directly at hennakristal@outlook.com
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