PRATEEK KATHAL​ ​(Bachelor Of Technology, Computer Science)

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OBJECTIVE
An experienced full stack developer with predominant skills in back-end web technologies looking to secure a role in
application development in a fast-paced challenging environment to maximise, and utilise my knowledge & skills to
further expand along with the organisation.

PROFILE/SKILLS
Languages:​ PHP, Javascript, Typescript, NodeJS, HTML5, XML, jQuery/AJAX, CSS3, SQL, Java, JSP, Visual Basic, C, C++
Libraries/Frameworks: ​Laravel, CodeIgniter, CakePHP, ExpressJS, NestJS, ReactJS, Angular 2.0, Bootstrap 4, Ionic
Web Softwares:​ Wordpress, phpbb, vBulletin, Magento, Zendesk, Blogger
Softwares:​ MS Office, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Premier Pro, Adobe AfterEffects
Operating Systems:​ Windows, MacOS, Linux/Ubuntu, CentOS
Typing:​ 58 words per minute
Soft Skills: ​Communication, decision making, self-motivation, team skills, adaptability, ability to work under pressure

Additional Information
● Hold a strong interest in graphics & web design.
● Passionate about content writing, blogging, reading fiction, music and console games.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Senior Full Stack Developer, ​Crowdlinker Inc Mar 2018 – Present
● Developed the back-end of a mobile application on Laravel 5.7 & later.
● Created REST API for multiple applications on Express & NestJS (NodeJS frameworks).
● Designed the database structure of multiple applications on technologies like MySQL, MongoDB & PostgresSQL.
● Created responsive websites on front-end frameworks like ReactJS, GatsbyJS on Typescript using libraries such as
Redux, Styled Components & EmotionJS.
● Added localization/internationalization to ReactJS built apps.
● Integrated different databases using libraries like MongooseJS & TypeORM.
● Integrated Stripe payment gateway using Stripe’s REST API.
● Responsible for managing overall code quality & code performance for different projects.
● Integrated Docker containerization using Dockerfile & Docker-compose files on codebases for virtualizing local
development using images of Ubuntu, Nginx, & MySQL.
● Responsible for deploying applications using different deployment services like Netlify, DeployHQ and Kinsta.
● Connected front-end applications with enterprise level CMS applications like ContentfulCMS.
● Documented standards & guidelines for using Laravel, NestJS & other frameworks & programming languages.
● Quality analysis & testing of applications using services like Browserstack.
● Built Wordpress websites & themes from scratch using libraries like Advanced Custom Fields.
● Responsible for server, database & API management for previously built applications.
● Responsible for creating coding standards & guidelines within the company for team building & progression.
● Responsible for setting up servers using AWS (Amazon Web Services) EC2, Cloudwatch, S3, SQS & ELBs and using
GCP (Google Cloud Platform) Compute Engine.

Software Developer, SquareBoat Solutions, India Jan 2016 - Jul 2017

● Led a team of 4 developers working on ​SpectrumApp.io​, ​Cedarwood.co.in​ and ​AmplusSolar.com​.
● Integrated online payment gateways like Paypal and RazorPay.
● Integrated APIs of Google, Facebook with the websites.
● Created OAauth based REST APIs for multiple web apps on Laravel 5.
● Responsible for database creation, management and administration for ​Kyor.com​.
● Adept in code optimization & re-structuring techniques (Service-Repository Model) including security guidelines.
● SEO (Search Engine Optimization) techniques using meta tags, analytic tools, keyword planners and site indexing.
● Reported and tracked bugs and code related issues on Bitbucket, GitHub and Trello.
Web Developer, ​Ruddbuddy.com​, India Feb 2016 - Jun 2016
● Integrated PayUMoney as a payment gateway using NodeJS.
● Improvised site by changing form layouts, icons, sliders, navigation areas and buttons using Bootstrap 3.0, CSS3 &
HTML5.
● Implemented fixes for site search and login/registration using AngularJS 2.0 & JavaScript.

Software Developer, SquareBoat Solutions, India Jan 2014 - June 2014

● Developed Google+ Login and Google Calendar Integration & Synchronization for ​Clippod.com
● Implemented real-time HTML5 notifications and chat application using PusherJS as a service in CodeIgniter.

FREELANCE EXPERIENCE
● ZyadaIncome.com​ - Created a web app on Laravel 5, Bootstrap & jQuery to handle different business models. ​2017
● WoodNVogue.com​ - Designed and developed an e-Commerce website using Wordpress. ​2017
● AIDIndia.co.in​ - Re-built a marketing website for Association of Independent Directors of India on Wordpress. ​2017
● RadhikaKathal.com​ - Created a marketing website using Wordpress for a music & dance artist in India. ​2016
● SukalpGlobal.com​ - Re-built the marketing website using Wordpress for an industrialist in India. ​2015
● DianaWilliamsMusic.com​ - Designed and developed using Wordpress for a countryside singer in the US. ​2014

EDUCATION
Web Design & Development, Lambton College, Canada Aug 2017 - May 2019
● Areas of Interest : PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, XML, JavaScript, jQuery/AJAX.
● Relevant Courses : Database Administration, Web Technologies, Web Programming.
● Class Representative responsible for class administration, encouraging class for workshops and events.

Bachelor of Technology, MD University, India Aug 2012 - May 2016

● Areas of Interest : C, C++, Java, JSP, Visual Basic, .NET Framework.
● Specialized in Computer Science with focus on Software Development.

AWARDS/ACHIEVEMENTS
● Certified ​AWS Business Professional Online​, ​AWS TCO and Cloud Economics Online, ​and ​AWS Technical
Professional Online​.
● Mentored IEEE student members in college to assist students in developing C/C++ programs.
● Graphics Designer in Google Students Club in college for creating posters, invites for events and workshops.
● Technical Head of IEEE student branch responsible for design and development of branch websites.
● Graphics Designer of IEEE Student branch accountable for designing branch magazine (TechBrag) and certificates
for events and workshops held within the college premises.
● Hosted a full-day workshop on PHP in college in 2014.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
● Active contributor to open-source packages like NestJS & DefinitelyTyped on Github.
● Lead a team of content writers for my blog ​SnapTimes.in and actively create content on latest technologies and
gadgets.
● Created a package (​Laravel SimpleCurl​) for Laravel 5 to handle CURL requests and modify results into a collection.
● Developed a plugin for Wordpress (​TinyPNG For Wordpress​) using TinyPNG API.

REFERENCES
References available upon request.