Hi There 👋, I'm

BRIAN DAVIES

(aka SOMMCODER)

I'm a Toronto wine sommelier turned web developer and your one-stop-shop for all things Shopify!
Whether you need a custom theme, app, new feature or store launch, I'll help you "uncork" your business's web potential! 🍾

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About Me:

With over a decade of experience in the hospitality industry, I bring a unique blend of entrepreneurship, customer service and passion to the tech world.

My journey into software development began during the challenging times of COVID-19, when I launched a web-based wine subscription service. This venture not only demonstrated my entrepreneurial spirit but also ignited my interest in technology and web development.

Motivated by my business' needs, I embarked on a self-directed learning path, diving deep into web technologies including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. The complexity of web development resonated with me, reminiscent of the intricate detail and breadth of knowledge required to be successful in the fast-paced wine industry. My early fascination with computers — from being mesmerized by video games at just two years old — has come full circle, shaping my path in the digital realm.

Today, I combine my extensive background in hospitality, my entrepreneurial journey, and my technical expertise to offer tailored solutions that enhance online businesses, particularly within the food and beverage industry. Whether you're looking to scale your brand or create a unique digital presence, I bring a specialized knowledge base and a fresh perspective to help your business thrive. Let's connect and explore how we can create value for your brand together!

- Brian Davies

✨ Freelance Services: ✨

Launch

Get off the ground!

Need to take your restaurant, bar or wine agency into the e-commerce space?

You've got more important things to worry about than launching your Shopify store.

Onboarding and staff training included!

  • SEO Launch
    $200
  • Shopify Theme Website
    $1500
  • Shopify Custom Website
    $3000

Streamline

More time for what's important!

Got bottlenecks, redundant steps or excessive manual data entry?

I can help you with app or custom API integrations and even simple csv templating to make all of your different systems 'talk' to each other.

  • Shopify App
    Integration
    $150/app
  • Workflow
    Automation
    $250/solve

Maintain

Steady as she goes!

It's one thing to start, it's whole different beast to maintain your new e-commerce store.

Centralize your knowledge base by having reliable Shopify expertise available on a monthly retainer.

  • E-commerce
    Management
    $475/month
  • SEO
    Reporting
    $175/month

Grow

Now let's build your business!

Need someone to drive e-commerce sales when you don't have the means to employ your own e-commerce staff?

I can provide expertise and drive e-commerce revenue without needing a full time team.

  • Shopify Custom
    App
    $500
  • SEO Development
    $475/month

Contract

Ad Hoc Developer Services

You get a resourceful, self-taught developer with intermediate-level knowledge of JavaScript, React, HTML and CSS.

I have over 20 years of applied business experience and can thrive on a team or work independently in order to produce your deliverables on time!

  • General Freelancing
    $55/hour
  • Proof of Concept App
    $895

HOW CAN I HELP?