Z e s h a n M a h m o o d

Web Developer

About Me

Highly motivated professional with a strong background in technology and customer relations. Skilled in effective communication, relationship building, and target-driven environments. Seeking to leverage my technical knowledge and client-focused approach in a dynamic role that offers opportunities for growth and development.

Technical Skills

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

Node.js

Express JS

React

PHP

MySQL

MongoDB

Git

GraphQL

JEST

Mocha JS

Java

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS Lambda

AWS S3

AWS EBS

AWS Amplify

GCP Functions

GCP Storage

GCP Filestore

Firebase

NGINX

OOP

SOLID

TDD

Professional Experience

SimpleView — Web Developer

January 2023 - Present
  • Developed and maintained full-stack web applications using Express.js for backend and React for frontend, delivering seamless and responsive user experiences.
  • Integrated MySQL and MongoDB databases for robust data management, utilizing GraphQL for efficient data querying.
  • Implemented containerised environments using Docker and Kubernetes for scalable deployment.
  • Led API development and integration efforts, ensuring consistent and secure communication between the client and server.
  • Conducted extensive unit and integration testing using Mocha and Jest, ensuring high code quality and minimizing production bugs.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define and refine technical requirements, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
  • Optimized codebase and refactored legacy components, enhancing performance and maintainability.

Private Contract Projects

September 2019 - Present
  • Completed multiple full-stack projects using Node.js, Express.js, MySQL, and GraphQL.
  • Streamlined API responses with GraphQL, reducing data fetching time by 30%.
  • Designed and implemented scalable RESTful APIs with Express.js for various clients.
  • Integrated MySQL with complex relational databases to ensure data integrity and high performance.
  • Built custom authentication and authorization systems using JWT for secure API access.
  • Created user-friendly front-end interfaces using React.js, ensuring cross-browser compatibility.
  • Developed a real-time chat application using WebSocket for enhanced user engagement.
  • Optimized application performance by refactoring code and implementing efficient caching strategies.
  • Provided ongoing maintenance and updates, including feature enhancements and security patches.

Alternate States — Web Developer

November 2020 - December 2022
  • Conceptualized, designed, and executed the migration from PHP to React.js with Express API integration, hosted on AWS Lambda.
  • Modernized the stack and resolved security vulnerabilities, improving the platform's security posture.
  • Worked extensively with WebRTC to develop real-time communication features for the VR/Browser conferencing system.
  • Developed frameworks for the VR/Browser conferencing system, significantly improving system performance and scalability.
  • Contributed to early track and trace technology for public health initiatives.
  • Orchestrated infrastructure migration to a more reliable framework, enhancing API-client interactions and system reliability.
  • Implemented an innovative NFT image generation mechanism with weighted features, enabling the creation of unique NFTs.
  • Assisted in developing a crypto launchpad platform, facilitating the proliferation of digital currency.
  • Designed and integrated multiple SQL databases, improving data storage and retrieval efficiency.
  • Leveraged AWS tools such as Lambda, EC2, S3, and Amplify for various tasks, enhancing application performance and reliability.
  • Produced and maintained comprehensive project documentation to ensure smooth knowledge transfer and continuity.