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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Led development of CoHub42, a UAE-focused entrepreneurial networking platform. Key achievements:• Architected scalable Turbo monorepo using T3 Stack (Next.js, tRPC, Tailwind CSS) with React Native (Expo) for cross-platform support.• Developed AI-powered features using LangChain, Hugging Face, and custom NLP: - Co-founder matchmaking algorithm - UAE-specific business tools (free zone comparisons, visa info) - AI-driven startup resource recommendations• Designed robust backend: - tRPC for type-safe APIs - Drizzle ORM for database operations - Pusher for real-time communication - Clerk for multi-provider authentication• Created responsive UI: - Tailwind CSS for styling - Custom React components and Framer Motion animations - Shadcn UI and Radix for accessible components - Server-side rendering and React Server Components• Integrated key services: - Stripe (payments) - Resend (emails) - Sentry (error tracking)• Implemented best practices: - Comprehensive TypeScript usage - Zod for runtime type checking - ESLint, Prettier, and Husky for code quality• Optimized performance and SEO: - Lazy loading and code splitting - Next.js Image component - Server-side rendering and static generation• Developed multi-environment setup (dev, staging, production) with tailored configs and deployment strategies.This project demonstrates my ability to lead complex, full-stack applications using cutting-edge technologies to address real-world startup ecosystem challenges.

Developed a comprehensive employer/company profile management system using Next.js and TypeScript for the frontend, and NestJS with PostgreSQL for the backend. Deployed the entire solution on AWS. Key achievements include:Frontend:• Implemented a robust company profile creation and management interface, allowing employers to showcase their brand effectively.• Designed and built a dynamic company overview page, integrating various components such as company details, employee listings, and job matches.• Created an intuitive benefits management system, enabling companies to highlight their employee perks and advantages.• Developed a sophisticated candidate search functionality with detailed profile cards, enhancing the recruitment process.• Implemented responsive design principles, ensuring optimal user experience across various devices.• Utilized modern React practices including hooks, custom components, and state management.Backend:• Architected and developed a scalable backend using NestJS, leveraging its modular structure for efficient code organization.• Designed and implemented RESTful APIs to support all frontend functionalities.• Utilized PostgreSQL for robust data storage, implementing complex queries and relationships to support advanced search and filtering capabilities.• Implemented authentication and authorization systems to ensure secure access to company and user data.Cloud & DevOps:• Deployed the full-stack application on AWS, utilizing services such as EC2, RDS, and S3 for compute, database, and storage respectively.• Set up CI/CD pipelines using AWS CodePipeline for automated testing and deployment.• Implemented AWS CloudFront for content delivery, improving application performance and reducing latency.• Utilized AWS Lambda for serverless background job processing, enhancing system efficiency.

Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Delivered 6+ successful projects across web, mobile, and e-commerce platforms, all meeting or exceeding client expectations1. Web Development• Spearheaded the development of 5+ high-performance websites using Next.js, resulting in a 40% improvement in load times and SEO rankings.• Implemented advanced features such as server-side rendering and dynamic routing, enhancing user experience and reducing bounce rates by 25% 2. Mobile Application Development (React Native & Expo)• Led the development of 3 cross-platform mobile applications using React Native and Expo, • Implemented push notifications and deep linking, increasing user engagement by 35%• Optimized app performance, achieving a 50% reduction in app size and 20% improvement in startup time3. E-commerce Solutions (Shopify)• Customized and launched 4 Shopify stores, resulting in a collective 150% increase in online sales for clients• Integrated third-party APIs for inventory management and shipping, streamlining operations and reducing manual work by 60%• Implemented advanced analytics and A/B testing, leading to a 25% increase in conversion rates across all stores4. Cloud Deployment & DevOps• Orchestrated seamless deployments using Vercel, achieving 99.9% uptime for all client projects• Implemented CI/CD pipelines, reducing deployment time by 70% and minimizing human errors• Set up monitoring and alerting systems, decreasing average issue resolution time from 3 hours to 45 minutes5. Technical Leadership & Innovation• Introduced TypeScript to the development workflow, reducing bugs in production by 40% and improving code maintainability• Mentored 3 junior developers, accelerating their proficiency in React and Next.js• Pioneered the adoption of GraphQL in API development, resulting in a 30% reduction in data overfetching

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

A video interview platform using React and Nest.js is a web application that allows job applicants to participate in virtual interview sessions with hiring managers. It utilizes React for the front-end and Nest.js for the back-end, leveraging the strengths of both frameworks to deliver a seamless and user-friendly experience.Here are some technical skills that may have been used in the development of such a platform:1. React for building the user interface and handling interactions between the client and server.2.Nest.js for building the back-end RESTful API and server-side logic, including authentication, authorization, and database integration.3. WebRTC for real-time video and audio communication between interviewees and interviewers.4.Redux for state management and to ensure a smooth user experience.5.Git for version control and collaboration.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Led development of a full-stack e-commerce platform using MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js) with AWS cloud infrastructure. Key accomplishments:1. Team Leadership: - Managed 5 developers, coordinating tasks and conducting code reviews - Ensured timely completion of project milestones2. Frontend Development: - Created responsive UI with React and React Bootstrap - Implemented product listings, search functionality, and shopping cart - Developed advanced features: product reviews, ratings, and top-rated products carousel - Utilized Redux for state management3. Backend Development: - Designed RESTful APIs for product management, user operations, and order processing - Implemented robust user authentication with JWT tokens - Integrated MongoDB for efficient data storage and retrieval4. Full-Stack Features: - Developed admin functionalities for user/product management and order processing - Integrated PayPal for secure payments - Implemented pagination for optimized performance with large datasets5. Modern Development Practices: - Utilized async/await, ES6+ features, and modular code organization - Implemented multi-role access control6. AWS Cloud Infrastructure: - Deployed application using EC2, S3, and CloudFront - Implemented CI/CD pipelines with CodePipeline and CodeBuild - Utilized CloudWatch for monitoring and logging - Implemented data backups and disaster recovery using RDS and S3This project demonstrates proficiency in:- Full-stack JavaScript development (MERN stack)- Cloud infrastructure management (AWS)- Team leadership and project management- Modern web development practices and performance optimization- Security implementation (authentication, secure payments)- Third-party API integration- Scalable and maintainable application architecture

Niamey, Niger

At Yayi Make, I played a key role in developing Likita Care, an innovative patient monitoring device designed and manufactured in Niger. This solution significantly advances e-health technology, transforming patient care through reliable and accessible monitoring.Key Responsibilities:- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to design and implement the software architecture for Likita Care, ensuring robust performance and scalability.- Developed user-friendly interfaces using React.js and Next.js, enabling healthcare providers to easily monitor patients’ physiological parameters.- Integrated sensors to measure critical health indicators, including body temperature, oxygen saturation, respiratory rate, heart rate, blood pressure, and ECG readings.- Employed Redux for efficient state management, facilitating seamless data flow and real-time updates.- Utilized Git and GitHub for version control, enhancing collaboration and project management.- Participated in Agile development processes, using Jira for task tracking and organization. Skills Utilized:- Languages: JavaScript, HTML5, Bootstrap- Frameworks: React.js, Next.js, Redux- Database: MongoDB- Mobile App: React Native- Tools: Git, GitHub, Jira- Areas: Front-End Development, Mobile App Development, Web DevelopmentAchievements:- Contributed to the successful launch of Likita Care, recognized for enhancing healthcare delivery in Niger.- Helped establish Yayi Make as a leader in the local tech ecosystem, demonstrating the potential of homegrown solutions to address healthcare challenges.This experience deepened my software development expertise and reinforced my belief in technology's power to create meaningful impacts in healthcare.

Engineer'S Degree, Computer Programming/Programmer, General

Brevet De Technicien Supérieur (Bts), Informatique De Gestion

Bepc, General Studies

Baccalauréat Général, Physical Sciences

Baccalauréat Professionnel, Informatique