About

Creativemeetscode

Film scoring and audio engineering first; full-stack web work now. I care about clarity, rhythm in layout, and interfaces that feel intentional.

Portrait of Yuval Lavi

Background

I started in film composition and audio engineering, learning how to shape emotion and pacing. That carries over into how I think about product UI and motion.

Today I build mostly with Next.js, React, TypeScript, and Firebase — apps that need to work reliably and read clearly on the screen.

Tight technical constraints, client timelines, and pixel-level polish all feel familiar from years in the studio.

Tech stack

Frontend

Frontend

HTMLCSSJavaScriptTypeScriptReactNext.jsViteTailwind CSSshadcn/uip5.js

Backend & Services

Backend & Services

Firebase AuthFirestoreNode.jsREST APIsVercelNetlify

Tools & Deployment

Tools & Deployment

GitGitHubVersion ControlClaude CodeFigma UI/UX

Creative Tech

Creative Tech

React NativeC++ (HISE/JUCE)LUA - KONTAKT DSP

Recent work

Freelance Web Developer

Independent | Los Angeles, CA

2024 - Present

Built custom web applications for clients including AI-powered travel planning tools, professional service websites, and aerospace industry sites. Developed full-stack solutions using Next.js, React, TypeScript, and Firebase. Extended platform capabilities (Squarespace, custom frameworks) with JavaScript enhancements and custom animations.

Next.jsReactTypeScriptFirebaseTailwind CSSJavaScriptSquarespace

Web Developer & Technical Operations

Sense & Sound | Los Angeles, CA

November 2024 - Present

Developed and maintained website features including frontend interfaces and backend functionality. Built and optimized scripts for automation and workflow improvements. Updated design systems and implemented UI/UX enhancements.

JavaScriptHTMLCSSWeb DevelopmentUI/UX Design

Full-Stack Development Projects

Personal Portfolio | Los Angeles, CA

2023 - 2024

Architected and deployed multiple full-featured web applications including NOMADAI (AI travel itinerary generator with GPT-4 integration), professional portfolio sites with custom design systems, and responsive client websites.

Next.jsReactTypeScriptFirebaseViteshadcn/uiGPT-4

Film Composer & Audio Developer

Creative Background | Los Angeles, CA

2019 - 2024

Composed original scores for film and media projects. Developed custom audio plugins and virtual instruments using C++, HISE, and LUA scripting. Engineered and produced music at professional studios including God Knows Studios and Backyard Industries. Studied Film Scoring at UCLA Extension and Music Production at Musicians Institute.

C++HISE/JUCELUAKontakt DSPLogic ProPro ToolsAudio Engineering

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