Francis Andrie Mercado
UI/UX Designer | Front-End Developer | QA Engineer
About Me
I’m an aspiring UI/UX designer and front-end developer with a passion for crafting inclusive, minimal, and future-focused digital experiences. With added experience in quality assurance, I bring a well-rounded approach to building user-centric solutions.
Personal Information
A brief overview of key personal details for identification and background.
Programming Skills
A solid foundation in multiple programming languages used across web development, software engineering, and scripting. These reflect my proficiency and experience gained through various academic and freelance projects.
Skills & Tools
A curated suite of tools and technologies I leverage to design, develop, test, and manage digital projects with precision, efficiency, and innovation.
Testing & QA
- Manual
& Regression Testing
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Agile
- Test
Planning
Automation Tools
- Java,
Selenium, TestNG
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Jenkins, BrowserStack
Project Management & API Testing
- JIRA,
ClickUp
- API
Testing, JMeter, Appium
Development Tools
- VS Code, Android Studio, Vysor
Design & Front-End
- UI/UX
Design, Front-End Development
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Business Analysis
Creative Tools
- Adobe Photoshop, Figma, Canva
Education
My academic journey laid the groundwork for my tech skills, critical thinking, and passion for user-focused digital design.
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology
(2018–2022)
Computer System Servicing
(2012–2018)
Arts and Design
(2006–2012)
(2004–2006)
Certifications
These certifications validate my dedication to professional development and demonstrate practical skills in software testing, quality assurance methodologies, and modern QA standards.
SOFTWARE TESTER ACCREDITED CERTIFICATION
Issued by International Software Test Institute™, Feb 2025
I gained hands-on experience in test planning, bug tracking, and quality assurance. This certification proves my ability to ensure software reliability through structured testing methods.
Quality Assurance (QA) - Techniques and Methodologies
Issued by Alison, Apr 2024
I learned core QA techniques including manual and automated testing, test case design, and defect management, ensuring software meets quality standards efficiently.
Learning Python Course
Issued by Udemy, Oct 2021
This course taught me Python programming fundamentals including data types, control flow, functions, and basic object-oriented programming.
Ethical Hacking A-Z: Beginner to Expert
Issued by Udemy, Oct 2021
Learned penetration testing tools, network scanning, and cybersecurity principles to identify vulnerabilities and secure systems.
Web Development: Build an Agency Website
Issued by Udemy, Oct 2021
Built responsive websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript while learning design layout, client interaction, and project structure.
Mastering Visual Studio Code
Issued by Udemy, Oct 2021
Mastered Visual Studio Code extensions, keyboard shortcuts, and debugging features to boost developer productivity.
Mobile Experience Certification Exam
Issued by Google, Nov 2021
Assessed on best practices for mobile UX, performance optimization, and responsive design for mobile-first web development.
Experience
Over the years, I’ve gained hands-on experience in QA, web development, and design through both professional and freelance roles.
Zapzaf Studio Start-up
Freelance UI Design Consultant/ QA/ Front-End Support/ Data Entry (Jul 2025 - Present, Remote)
UI Design, Front-end support, Data entry, Quality assurance, Usability testing
- As a Freelance UI Design Consultant, I help startups and small businesses create user-friendly digital products. I design intuitive interfaces, support front-end implementation, perform quality assurance, and ensure accurate testing across devices. I focus on enhancing usability, visual clarity, and seamless user experience, guiding clients from concept to launch.
MLhuillier Financial Services, Inc.
QA Automation Engineer & Analyst (Apr 2023 - Mar 2025 2 yrs, On-site)
Java, Selenium, CI/CD with Jenkins, TestNG, BrowserStack, regression/manual testing, bug ticketing
- As a QA Automation Engineer, I developed and maintained automated test scripts, collaborated with developers to identify bugs early, and integrated testing processes into the CI/CD pipeline using Jenkins. I conducted both manual and regression testing to ensure system stability and performance.
S1 Digital Marketing
IT Intern (Sep 2021 – Dec 2021 Remote)
Web Development, UI/UX Design, VS Code, Mobile Experience, Digital Marketing
- Assisted in designing and developing responsive websites, focusing on UI/UX best practices. Collaborated with the digital marketing team to align website visuals with campaign goals. Gained practical experience in code versioning and content optimization for mobile-first design.
Neodocto
IT Intern (Mar 2022 – May 2022 Remote)
Web Development, QA Testing
- Participated in developing web application modules and conducted QA testing on live builds. Ensured cross-browser compatibility and performed basic debugging. Supported the QA team in documenting test cases and logging defects.
Freelancer (Fiverr & Upwork)
Part Time Job (Sep 2017 – Feb 2022 4 yrs, Remote)
Fullstack Design, Front-End Programming, UI/UX, QA, Business Analyst, PM, Game Design, Video Editing, Photography, Graphic Design, Adobe Tools
- Delivered diverse freelance projects including UI/UX designs, websites, animations, and visual content for clients across various industries. Took on multiple roles such as QA specialist, project manager, and business analyst. Gained strong client communication skills and experience managing full project lifecycles from briefing to delivery.