Rob Cipolla · Lexicon

Product Engineer,
noun

/ ˈprɒd.əkt ˌen.dʒɪˈnɪər /

A software engineer who combines product intuition with full-stack capability, designing, building, and iterating on user-facing features without losing sight of why they exist.

Rob Cipolla. Leicester, UK. 10+ years building for the web. Currently at Locale.

01. Recent posts
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Automating open graph images with NextJS 14, TailwindCSS and Typescript

May 2024
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Switching from TRPC to NextJS server actions and why

Apr 2024
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Step-by-step guide to building a custom newsletter subscription form with Astro, React, and ConvertKit

Apr 2024
02. Services

I take on select freelance projects: websites, apps, and digital products where design and engineering need to work together.

If you have something you'd like to bring to life, I'd love to hear about it.

03. About

Product engineer and designer with over 10 years of experience shipping software that works as well as it looks.

I work across the full stack: React, Next.js, TypeScript on the front, Node on the back. The bit I care about most is where design and engineering meet: building interfaces that feel considered, backed by systems that hold up.

04. Recommendations

Emily Ward

Marketing & Communications Manager, Inspiring Leaders

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"Rob has been supporting our organisation with web development, maintenance and general web support for nearly a year. He is extremely knowledgeable and really goes above and beyond. He offers thoughtful alternatives and creative solutions — often suggesting approaches we hadn't considered. A dream to work with."

James Anthony

Motion Graphics & Video

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"I've worked with Rob for about four years as part of the digital team at Reach. He is highly professional, motivated, and embraces challenge. He makes complex goals understandable and achievable for all involved."

Connor Marriott

Account Manager, Reach Marketing Communications

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"Rob consistently went above and beyond to deliver outstanding results for our client's web projects. His adaptability and quick problem-solving skills make him an asset in any situation."