Updated Colour theme, reduced skills content

src/app.html

@@ -88,7 +88,6 @@
 			.button {
 				color: var(--fg);
 				background-color: var(--bg-grad-1);
-				box-shadow: .1em .1em .1em var(--link);
 				transition: all 0.2s;
 			}
 

src/routes/contact/+page.svelte

@@ -29,16 +29,13 @@
         padding: 1em 0em 1em 1em;
         background-color: var(--input);
         color: var(--fg);
-        border: 0; 
+        border: 1px solid var(--fg); 
         outline: 0;
         border-radius: 8px;
         resize: none;
         min-width: 100%;
         transition: all 0.15s;
-    
-        &:focus, &:hover{
-            box-shadow: .2em .2em .2em var(--green);
-        }
+        font-size: smaller;
     }
 
     textarea {

static/json/me.json

@@ -2,41 +2,41 @@
   "name": "Luke Else",
   "job_title": "Software Engineer",
   "profile_photo": "/profile.jpg",
-  "skills" : [
+  "skills": [
     {
       "skill": "Rust",
       "logo": "devicon-rust-plain",
       "link": "https://rust-lang.org",
-      "usage": "Rust is a memory safe programming language that relies on a borrow checker to keep track of who owns memory. This makes it versatile in embedded software becuase of the zero cost abstraction and lack of requirement for a garbage colllector. Becuase of this, I opted to use Rust for one of my own projects in which I created a <a href='https://git@git.luke-else.co.uk/luke-else/esp32_gps_display'>GPS fueled speedometer</a> and position tracker to act as a form of telematics for my car. I have also used Rust when creating some software to assist with university studies. See here for my <a href='https://git@git.luke-else.co.uk/luke-else/subnet_calculator'>Subnet Calculator</a>.",
-      "about": "Rust is a remarkable programming language that combines the best of both high-level and low-level programming. It prioritizes safety and efficiency through strict memory management and concurrent programming features, all while maintaining clean and readable code. The active Rust community makes it a valuable choice for building reliable software."
+      "usage": "Rust is a memory-safe language with zero-cost abstractions, making it ideal for embedded systems. I used Rust to build a <a href='https://git.luke-else.co.uk/luke-else/esp32_gps_display'>GPS-based speedometer</a> for my car and a <a href='https://git.luke-else.co.uk/luke-else/subnet_calculator'>Subnet Calculator</a> for university studies.",
+      "about": "Rust combines safety, efficiency, and clean code, making it a powerful choice for reliable software development."
     },
     {
       "skill": "C++",
       "logo": "devicon-cplusplus-plain",
       "link": "https://cplusplus.com/",
-      "usage": "Opposing Rust, C++, has been my primary language since joining Thales in late 2022. I have predominantly been working on a distributed simulation system that relies upon <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inter-process_communication'>IPC</a> through the use of internal tools to orchestrate itself and the platform's sessions. I've had a lot of experience using both <a href='https://www.qt.io'>QT</a>, as well as the lesser known <a href='https://github.com/ocornut/imgui'>ImGui</a>, both of which have given me the platform to build readily deployable apps to customers at Thales UK.",
-      "about": "C++, a versatile and powerful programming language, has stood the test of time as a cornerstone of software development. Its combination of high-level abstractions and low-level control allows developers to tackle a wide range of projects efficiently. With a rich standard library and a massive ecosystem of libraries and frameworks; C++ empowers programmers to create efficient and scalable software solutions."
+      "usage": "Since joining Thales in 2022, I’ve worked on a distributed simulation system using C++, primarily with <a href='https://www.qt.io'>Qt</a> and <a href='https://github.com/ocornut/imgui'>ImGui</a> to develop customer-facing applications.",
+      "about": "C++ offers high-level abstractions with low-level control, making it essential for performance-critical applications."
     },
     {
       "skill": "Git",
       "logo": "devicon-git-plain",
       "link": "https://git-scm.com",
-      "usage": "With git being pretty much the 'Defaqto standard' when it comes to version control systems, I have had a lot of experience with its use, including more advanced features such as <a href='https://www.atlassian.com/git/tutorials/advanced-overview'>'Branching / Merging'</a>, <a href='https://www.atlassian.com/git/tutorials/advanced-overview'>'Hooks'</a>, <a href='https://www.atlassian.com/git/tutorials/advanced-overview'>'Stashing'</a> etc... I've further setup my own <a href='https://git.luke-else.co.uk/luke-else/'>services</a> for hosting remote Git reporitories to allow for complete access and control over my work. Appending to this, I have setup my own form of actions to aid in the actioning of <a href='https://www.redhat.com/en/topics/devops/what-is-ci-cd'>CI/CD</a> on my own projects.",
-      "about": "Git, a fundamental tool in version control, streamlines collaboration and code management. Its simplicity and robustness empower developers to track changes, collaborate seamlessly, and maintain code efficiently. With Git, managing and tracking code changes becomes a breeze, making it an essential tool for software development."
+      "usage": "I have extensive experience with Git, including advanced features like <a href='https://www.atlassian.com/git/tutorials/advanced-overview'>branching, merging and hooks</a>. I've also set up self-hosted <a href='https://git.luke-else.co.uk/luke-else/'>Git services</a> with CI/CD automation.",
+      "about": "Git is an essential tool for version control, enabling efficient collaboration and streamlined code management."
     },
     {
       "skill": "Docker",
       "logo": "devicon-docker-plain",
       "link": "https://docker.com",
-      "usage": "With docker being so versatile when it comes to deploying software to end users, I decided to pick it up as a skill in order to improve the quality of applications and services I can offer to individuals. I use docker alongside its child, 'docker-compose' to control the <a href='https://git.luke-else.co.uk/luke-else/server'>provisioning of containers</a> on my main home-lab server which delivers content like <a href='https://git.luke-else.co.uk/luke-else/luke-else.co.uk'>this website</a> as well as database and <a href='https://git.luke-else.co.uk/luke-else/'>remote git services</a>.",
-      "about": "Docker, a transformative containerization platform, simplifies application deployment and management. It encapsulates applications and their dependencies in lightweight containers, providing consistency across different environments. Docker's user-friendly approach makes it accessible to developers and DevOps professionals, streamlining the software development and deployment process. Its efficiency, scalability, and support for microservices architecture have made it a go-to tool for creating, deploying, and scaling applications. Docker has revolutionized the way we think about software packaging and distribution, making it an essential component of modern software development workflows."
+      "usage": "I use Docker and Docker Compose for containerized deployments, including hosting <a href='https://git.luke-else.co.uk/luke-else/server'>home-lab services</a> such as this <a href='https://git.luke-else.co.uk/luke-else/luke-else.co.uk'>website</a> and remote Git repositories.",
+      "about": "Docker simplifies deployment by packaging applications in lightweight containers, ensuring consistency across environments."
     },
     {
       "skill": "Svelte",
       "logo": "devicon-svelte-plain",
       "link": "https://svelte.dev",
-      "usage": "Svelte is a front and backend web framework that allows for stylised components to be reused in an efficient manor. This <a href='https://git.luke-else.co.uk/luke-else/luke-else.co.uk'>website</a> was made using svelte and has given me a great opportunity to learn about Svelte's power and usage. I further want to expand this in the future by using <a href='https://github.com/tauri-apps/tauri'>Tauri</a> to create rendered web application in containers that can be deployed as desktop apps.",
-      "about": "Svelte is an impressive web framework that stands out in the world of front-end development. It's known for its unique approach, compiling components to highly optimized vanilla JavaScript, resulting in blazing-fast web applications. Svelte's simplicity and declarative syntax make it easy to learn and use, and it encourages efficient, maintainable code. "
+      "usage": "I built <a href='https://git.luke-else.co.uk/luke-else/luke-else.co.uk'>this website</a> using Svelte and plan to explore <a href='https://github.com/tauri-apps/tauri'>Tauri</a> for building desktop apps.",
+      "about": "Svelte compiles to optimized JavaScript, offering a fast, efficient, and maintainable front-end development experience."
     }
   ],
   "about": "Hello! I'm an enthusiastic, dedicated software engineer passionate about backend development, networking, and embedded systems. I am currently employed at <a href='https://www.thalesgroup.com/en'>Thales UK</a> and thrive on architecting robust backend solutions, optimizing data transmission, and crafting efficient embedded software. I love tackling complex challenges, collaborating with fellow professionals, and staying up-to-date with tech trends such as my current venture in learning <a href='https://rust-lang.org'>Rust-Lang</a>.",

static/themes/dark.css

@@ -1,13 +1,13 @@
 :root {
     --bg: #282c34;
-    --bg-secondary: #474d57;
+    --bg-secondary: #3e434b;
     --bg-grad-1: #484e58;
     --bg-grad-2: #4e5560;
     --bg-grad-3: #59616d;
     --bg-grad-4: #606a7b;
     --bg-grad-5: #606978;
-    --input: #4e5560;
-    --fg: #ABB2BF;
+    --input: #2b3136;
+    --fg: #9eaac0;
     --header: #E06C75;
     --link: #98C379;
     --hover: #56B6C2;

static/themes/light.css

@@ -6,7 +6,7 @@
     --bg-grad-3: #858585;
     --bg-grad-4: #616161;
     --bg-grad-5: #484848;
-    --input: #a9a9a9;
+    --input: #cbc9c9;
     --fg: #2f2f2f;
     --header: #514a4a;
     --link: #df0000;