Personal details
Last name: Dankers
Preferred name: Patrick
Initials: HFJ
Date of birth: August 8, 1985
Place of birth: Helmond
Marital status: unmarried, not in a relationship
Address: available on request
Place of residence: Helmond
Contact details
Email: available on request
Phone: available on request
Social media
- Facebook: facebook.com/patrickdankers1985
- Twitter: twitter.com/PFSquad_Patrick
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/patrickdankers1985
Websites
NintendoReporters.com
100% pure Nintendo, for and by Nintendo fans!
nintendoreporters.com
I have had a passion for gaming for a long time, with a particular interest in Nintendo and the way the company continues to innovate. Because I felt Dutch-language coverage of Nintendo could be better, I founded NintendoReporters: an independent platform for and by Nintendo fans.
NintendoCollectionSystem.com
The free digital collection system for Nintendo fans!
nintendocollectionsystem.com
With the Nintendo Collection System (NCS), NintendoReporters offers a free way to manage game collections digitally. The system brings together Nintendo games and releases from the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) through to the Nintendo Switch (NSW) in one clear and organized environment. This allows Nintendo fans, gamers and collectors to keep track of their entire collection in one place.
PFSquad.NU
Putting smiles on faces is what we do!
pfsquad.nu
With PFSquad.NU, I provided event photography and news coverage, mainly within the harder dance music scenes. I attended a wide variety of EDM and dance events to capture photographic impressions, often at the request of a venue or organizer. In addition to serving as lead photographer, I was also the owner and webmaster.
August 2019: after careful consideration, I decided to discontinue the project. You can also read my explanation regarding the closure of PFSquad.NU.
August 2025: I decided to redirect the domain to the PFSquad.NU Facebook archive.
PatrickDankers.nl
On this personal website, I show who I am, where my interests lie and which projects I am working on. Because my work and other projects require a great deal of attention, I update the website whenever time allows.
Work experience
J. Ottenheijm.com in Helmond
Period: February 2020 – present
Position: SEO and Optimization Expert
At J. Ottenheijm.com, I work on SEO (Search Engine Optimization) for a wide range of clients on a daily basis. Using Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Google Tag Manager and SE Ranking, I analyze performance and keyword rankings. I compare results across different periods and against those of direct competitors. Keyword and competitor research help me identify new opportunities.
AI supports my work with content ideas, planning, writing and fact-checking. Professional expertise, critical evaluation and the appropriate tone of voice and brand identity always remain leading factors.
Drawing on my background in hosting and technical support, I also support our frontend team with hosting, servers and specific configurations and solutions.
My strength lies in combining data with technical optimization. Together with clients and colleagues, I translate insights into realistic improvements aimed at generating more relevant traffic and conversions. No vague promises, just clear opportunities based on data, professional expertise and collaboration.
LanthopusX and Lanthopus Resources in Veghel
Periods:
September 2017 – September 2018 at LanthopusX
February 2019 – November 2019 at Lanthopus Resources
Position: Technical SEO Specialist / Developer
At LanthopusX, the people within the team and their different qualities were central to the organization. The company focused on each employee’s contribution and viewed the diversity within the team as a strength.
I worked on various aspects of SEO, the redesign of the hosting environment, research into new technologies and knowledge sharing within the team.
September 2018: my employment at LanthopusX ended because my contract was not renewed.
February 2019: after renewed contact with the Lanthopus group, I joined Lanthopus Resources, a sister company of LanthopusX. My responsibilities were comparable to those in my previous role.
October 2019: because the earlier issues had not yet been resolved, we mutually decided to end my employment at the end of November 2019.
References: Kees Cuperus and Marko Schulten
Phone: available on request
Alternative number: +31 413 395 400
Scherponline in Eindhoven
Period: July 2016 – June 30, 2017
Position: Technical SEO Specialist / Developer
Reason for leaving: my contract was not renewed by the company.
Scherponline.nl is an online marketing agency focused on online visibility, online advertising and web design. The agency used a variety of tools and techniques to support the objectives of both small and large clients. Short lines of communication and close involvement in projects were central to its approach.
During my employment, Scherponline was an official Google Partner, certified Trusted Photographer and AdWords Trainer. Within the agency, I worked on various aspects of SEO and development.
Reference: Wesley Plugers
Phone: available on request
Alternative number: +31 85 30 30 720
Garcon4U in Eindhoven
Period: November 2014 – May 2016
Position: All-round Developer
Reason for leaving: bankruptcy in May 2016.
Garcon4U developed applications and websites for the hospitality industry and its customers, ranging from business applications to consumer apps. This was my first full-time position as a developer. I expanded my knowledge of both frontend and backend development, particularly in Sass, CSS3, jQuery and the Laravel framework.
Start-Apps was also founded within Garcon4U to carry out custom projects for other clients alongside the company’s own application.
Reference: Onno Coenen
Phone: available on request
Alternative number: +31 85 40 16 899
Start-Apps in Eindhoven
Period: May 2015 – May 2016
Position: All-round Developer
Reason for leaving: bankruptcy in May 2016.
Start-Apps was a Dutch software company that built custom websites, web applications and apps for start-ups and established companies. During these assignments, I worked extensively with WordPress and deepened my knowledge of website optimization (WSO) and search engine optimization (SEO).
Reference: Bram Moors
Phone: available on request
Alternative number: +31 85 40 16 899
Amen Nederland in Son
Period: April 2010 – June 2014
Position: Technical Support Representative
Reason for leaving: the Italian parent company Dada Group decided to retain the brand while transferring its activities, including support, to a sister company in Portugal. As a result, the Dutch positions were discontinued.
As a Technical Support Representative, I analyzed, clarified and resolved technical problems for customers in the Netherlands. I also provided technical training and assisted customers with additional services offered by the client.
Reference: Astrid Dinnissen
Phone: available on request
Alphamega Hosting in Valkenswaard
Period: August 2008 – February 2010
Positions: General Support Representative and Account Manager
Reason for leaving: looking for a new challenge.
I supported customers by phone and email with hosting and account-related matters. I also handled sales conversations and after-sales support. My working hours were divided between Alphamega Hosting and its custom development department, WebsiteKlusjes.com.
Reference: Lissy Botman
Phone: available on request
WebsiteKlusjes in Valkenswaard
Period: May 2009 – February 2010
Positions: Technical Consultant and Designer
Reason for leaving: looking for a new challenge.
I supported customers by email and phone with delivered custom solutions and advised them on possible tailored solutions. I also designed and developed websites, headers and banners. I worked on websites within SwiftySite, Alphamega Hosting’s proprietary CMS, using technologies including CSS, (X)HTML and PHP.
Reference: Noëmi van de Moosdijk
Phone: available on request
Alternative number: 040 – 2085373
Call Center Benelux in Helmond
Period: January 2006 – July 2008
Positions: inbound call agent, outbound call agent, complaints desk representative, substitute call coach and second-line support representative
Reason for leaving: looking for a new challenge.
I provided telephone-based ADSL support for various internet service providers (ISPs). I also delivered training in:
- Registration systems
- Communication
- ADSL
- Modems
Reference: François de Leeuwe
Phone: 06 16 59 43 53
Fax: 0492 – 845679
Education
Avans University of Applied Sciences in Breda (higher professional education)
Program: Communication & Multimedia Design (CMD)
Period: 2005 – 2006
Status: discontinued in January 2006.
I ended the program for the following reasons:
- I had exemptions for almost all courses.
- Direct progression to the second year was not possible.
- The first year could not be completed at an accelerated pace.
- There was no opportunity to work with more challenging course material.
After discussing the situation with my parents, I decided to look for work. Other fields of study that interested me would have required moving to North Holland, which I chose not to do at the time.
ROC Ter AA in Helmond (secondary vocational education)
Program: ICT Administrator, Level 4
Period: 2001 – 2005
Status: diploma obtained.
The program included European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL), Aries A+, Cisco CCNA and Microsoft MCSE.
Dr. Knippenbergcollege in Helmond (secondary education)
Period: 1997 – 2001
Status: diploma obtained.
My subjects included:
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
- English
- Dutch
- German
- History
SEO and website optimization
My expertise lies in website optimization (WSO, Web Site Optimization) and search engine optimization (SEO, Search Engine Optimization). I combine analysis, technology and content and have experience with, among other things:
- Google Analytics
- Google Search Console
- Google Keywords
- Google Insights
- YSlow
- GTmetrix
- Open Graph
- Schema.org
- Structured data and rich snippets, including JSON-LD, microdata, RDFa (Lite) and microformats
I also have experience with tools such as Screaming Frog, SE Ranking, Semrush, Majestic SEO, Dead Link Checker, Seobility, Wild Shark and Open Site Explorer.
I have a basic understanding of search engine advertising (SEA, Search Engine Advertising), including keyword analysis, click-through rates (CTR) and bidding. My specialization and main area of interest are SEO and technical optimization.
Additional skills
In addition to my general IT knowledge, I have an affinity with macOS (OS X), Windows and Unix-like systems, including the Linux distributions CentOS and Ubuntu. Below are the technologies and applications I have experience with.
Programming languages and web technologies
- PHP: I develop my own plugins, write snippets for specific problems and modify existing plugins, primarily for WordPress.
- MySQL: I enjoy working directly with database queries, even when this requires a little extra effort.
- JavaScript and jQuery: I work on client-side functionality in addition to my server-side work.
- CSS and Sass: whenever possible, I prefer a CSS-based solution. I have less experience with Sass.
- HTML: I place great value on well-structured HTML, a logical DOM and correct semantics.
CMS solutions
- WordPress: I use WordPress for my own projects and professionally. I am also involved with the WordPress Plugin Directory.
- Subdreamer: previous experience; the platform no longer exists.
- MkPortal: previous experience; the platform no longer exists.
- Joomla: previous experience; this knowledge is now outdated.
Server management panels
- Plesk
- DirectAdmin
Design and photo editing software
I have experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Lightroom, Photoshop and InDesign. This experience mainly comes from personal projects and my Communication & Multimedia Design studies.
Personal qualities
I communicate clearly, enjoy collaborating and am persuasive in my approach. I am stress-resistant, flexible, analytical and ambitious. I also take initiative, work independently and have strong perseverance.
Languages
- Dutch: native language, spoken and written.
- English: very good, spoken and written.
- German: good, spoken and written.
Hobbies
Gaming, blogging, research and development.