Ardi B.

Ardi B.

Full Stack Developer

Hamburg, Germany
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About Me

Seasoned Full-Stack Developer with 8+ years of experience developing a broad range of web and mobile technologies using various technologies such as React Native, React, Java, Python and more. I thrive when challenged, enjoy supporting creative organizations develop innovative products and do my utmost to keep up with new and emerging technologies in order to adapt to any team's/client's preference. I have hands-on experience supporting the full project life cycle of projects, from inception through completion, while providing an outstanding service.

Work history

UpStack
UpStack
Full-Stack Developer
2017 - Present (7 years)
Remote
  • Create and develop numerous web applications/projects for a broad range of clients.

  • Participate in scrums consisting of cross-functional teams, both software and hardware.

  • Ensure that features are being delivered efficiently and on-time.

Jimdo
Jimdo
Software Engineer
2019 - 2020 (1 year)
Hamburg, Germany
  • Built scalable web-based software using modern stack, currently used by 1 million users of the platform.

  • Maintained data integrity throughout the system, performing back-end development using Node.js.

  • Provided mentorship to new team members and dealt with clients and gathering of requirements.

Kreditech
Kreditech
Software Engineer
2017 - 2019 (2 years)
Hamburg , Germany
  • Developed Fin-Tech software products, applications, microservices, and/or APIs for various purposes using various technologies like: Java (Spring Boot), Go (Golang), Typescript and React.

  • Developed Continuous Integration Solutions to fully automate application builds for all environments and supported production issues. Developed and advocated TDD and cover legacy code and features with tests.

  • Closely collaborated with stakeholders and executives to align and plan on different issues regarding the team and projects' state, objectives, issues, etc.

Propeld.co
Propeld.co
Senior Full Stack Web Developer
2015 - 2017 (2 years)
Tirana, Albania
  • Developed scalable back-ends for the web application of the platform with AWS, Node.js and MongoDB, including static content delivery, RESTful APIs, 3rd party integrations, etc.

  • Contributed and managed creation and maintenance of the platform's 4 native applications using React Native. Implemented solutions and integrations like: Process images, integrate with PayPal, Stripe, Google Places API, Docusign API, Zoho APIs, Pubnub.

  • Developed digital contracts and manage the full cycle from signatures to delivery to parties. Created a central authentication service and a real-time geo-location tracking service.

Ministry of Defense of Albania
Ministry of Defense of Albania
Software Engineer
2012 - 2016 (4 years)
Tirana, Albania
  • Developed a we- based monolithic application based on best practices at the time such as Rest, MVC, ORM, etc.

  • Build a system that generates responsive and printable reports based on categories and filters applied by the user.

  • Built modules that managed infrastructure assets, creating online access to maps and documents to users based on access rights.

Portfolio

Full Stack Developer - Techdev
Full Stack Developer - Techdev

Completed various development projects for Techdev, an Albanian development agency used to find and complete local or global projects through collaboration. Implemented a chat application for internal users. Built a WordPress plugin that utilized the PayPal API to process payments. Developed an online voice recorder and cloud storage for records. Built a video streaming site for a TV network and developed its Android and iOS mobile apps. Developed websites and completed code fixes for different companies, local and international, using third-party work outsourcing providers. Technologies used: Node.js, MongoDB, Rest API, AWS, etc.

Javascript Developer - Propeld
Javascript Developer - Propeld

Propeld is a real estate platform, based in New Jersey USA; a modern application that manages the full life-cycle of apartment renting. Tenants use the platform to rent apartments, submit their documents, pay their rent, and manage their accounts. Landlords use it to list their apartments to the public. Agents can seek out new clients, show apartments, and convince them to apply. Technologies used: Node.js, MongoDB, Express.js, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, REST API, Amazon AWS EC2, etc.

Full-Stack Developer - Ministry of Defense,  Albania
Full-Stack Developer - Ministry of Defense, Albania

Contributed to the development of the logistics and infrastructure management applications for the Ministry of Defense of Albania to manage the daily cycle of logistics and infrastructure of the Albanian Armed Forces. Built a module that manages infrastructure assets, creating online access to maps and documents based on user access rights. Developed a reporting system that generates responsive and printable reports based on categories and filters applied by the user. Technologies used: Node.js, PHP, MySQL, MongoDB, jQuery, jQuery UI, Bootstrap, Business Intelligence and Reporting Tools (BIRT), GIT, AJAX, RESTful API.

Full-Stack Developer - Propeld mobile app
Full-Stack Developer - Propeld mobile app

Served as a full-stack developer on Propeld.co, a mobile app allowing potential renters to locate apartments and real estate agents through the app and complete the housing process from their phone. Built the entire structure of the application making it a full single page application. Built a scalable backend and implemented permission-based roles and access levels based on various parts of the application. Created modules including parsing data from Excel sheets, formatting and storing it to the database, converting content to downloadable PDF files, and automatically cropping and compressing images in the back-end. Implemented numerous additional functions including search, live map, and instant tour. Utilized Google Places API for user addresses and Google Maps API to display apartments across different areas. Created a sub-application that generates contracts that are able to be electronically signed. Technologies used: Node.js, MongoDB, Express.js, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, REST API, Amazon AWS EC2.

Education

Education
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
Polytechnic University of Tirana
2011 - 2015 (4 years)
Education
Master of Science, Information Technology
Polytechnic University of Tirana
2008 - 2011 (3 years)