About Me

Hi, Marcel Tuinstra — a full-stack developer based in Dronten, Netherlands. I specialize in building modern web applications using frameworks like Vue, Nuxt, Symfony, and Tailwind CSS. With a background in IT and a strong focus on quality, I care deeply about how things work and how they feel to use. Over the years, I've naturally evolved into full-stack roles where backend logic meets frontend design. I enjoy crafting intuitive UIs and pairing them with clean, maintainable architecture. Whether working on a personal project or collaborating with a team, the goal stays the same: ship thoughtful, resilient software.

My Development Philosophy

I believe great software starts with understanding the why. Who am I building for? What matters most to them? From there, I try to keep things simple, efficient, and elegant, both in code and in UI. I value small details, sensible defaults, and developer experience just as much as performance and UX.I enjoy working across the stack, but I have a particular love for frontend architecture, design systems, and smooth developer tooling. My go-to stack today includes Nuxt 3, Vue, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, and Symfony on the backend. These choices help me build with flexibility and maintainability in mind.

Projects in the Wild

You can follow some of my active projects here: AirportToday, Subtrack, and tuinstra.devWIP.

What Keeps Me Going

What excites me most is constant improvement: in my tools, in my code, and in myself. I love the flow that comes with solving a tough UI challenge, testing UI with the public, or turning a vague idea into something real and interactive. There's always something to refine, rethink, or learn.

Outside of Tech

Away from the keyboard, you'll probably find me training for CrossFit or Hyrox, biking, running, or just enjoying a quiet day. I also enjoy mentoring junior developers, helping teammates grow, or catching up with people over a good conversation, inside or outside of work. Feel free to check out my projects or get in touch if you'd like to connect.