Matt Gifford like many developers began his career teaching himself the basics of software development. Starting with simple applications using BASIC Programming on his Sinclair ZX Spectrum, he moved to creating relational databases in VBScript and hand-coding HTML pages in text editors. From at-home 'hobby' programming, Matt moved into the world of professional development in 2000 before getting a role as a web developer with the UNEP, where he was trained in ColdFusion. Matt later moved to agency and contract roles in London, where he also picked up new languages including Adobe Flex and AIR.

Now as a Lead Developer with Fuzzy Orange Ltd, Matt continues to specialize in ColdFusion, Flex, and AIR development. He presents regularly at national and international conferences and online meetings, and has written tutorials and articles for online resources and leading UK industry magazines.

As an Adobe Community Professional for ColdFusion, Matt is a keen proponent for community resources and sharing knowledge. He regularly writes and releases open source ColdFusion applications and code samples, which he shares through his blog, www.mattgifford.co.uk, as well as supporting the community online in forums and social media.