Gabor K.

About Me

Experienced PHP Developer with expertise in API development and searching/fixing bottlenecks and bad code. I have an extensive background in code readability, concept reviews, and brainstorming the most creative ways to bring ideas to life. As a client-focused developer, I work hard to earn clients' trust and have earned a strong reputation throughout many years working as a freelance developer. I am a well-respected team leader, as well as a team player, who thrives on thinking outside the box, developing creative projects, and delivering innovative solutions that exceed clients' expectations.

Frontend

Backend

Database

Other

Work history

UpStack
UpStack
Senior Software Engineer
2016 - Present (9 years)
Remote
  • Create and develop innovative software solutions for different clients across a broad range of industries.

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

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

ChemAxon
ChemAxon
Web Developer
2018 - 2020 (2 years)
Budapest, Hungary
  • Provided advanced software solutions for a leading cheminformatics company, with headquarters in Budapest, Hungary and offices in the US.

  • Participated in the development process from specification and design through build to testing, integrating back-ends with existing front-ends.

  • Worked on the development of various tools and features for drawing and viewing chemical structures, cluster, screen, fragment or synthesize compounds virtually.

Freelancer, Self Employed
Freelancer, Self Employed
Developer
2010 - 2016 (6 years)
Remote
  • Completed over 20 projects for a wide variety of clients while establishing long term relationships with many lasting one year or longer. Created a printing aid application for a printing company in C#.

  • Conducted various UI improvements for the company's main product. Recognized as a key member of the team and commended for guiding the company through many complex processes.

  • Designed a flexible drag and drop procedure builder that was implemented company-wide. Developed an e-commerce solution and a news portal that effectively established the company's online presence.

Showcase

PHP Developer - XML based system builder
PHP Developer - XML based system builder
  • Developed a flexible, XML-based system builder for non-programmers.

  • Created the back-end code for the project, allowing team members to focus on logic.

  • Successfully adapted the XML format to meet client requirements and improve customer satisfaction.

PHP Developer - Medinilla Shop
PHP Developer - Medinilla Shop
  • Medinilla is an online flower shop built with Laravel 5.

  • The site includes multiple 3rd party payment options (PayPal, SimplePay).

  • Medinilla integrates with Slack for site admin review and real-time event management.

PHP Developer
PHP Developer
  • A geolocation firewall for Laravel 5 to protect against scrapers and bots.

  • The system redirects requests to a re-captcha page after solving the captcha.

  • The firewall supports whitelist of trusted bots (e.g., Google crawler).

PHP Developer - P&T Plasztik Kft.
PHP Developer - P&T Plasztik Kft.
  • Founded in 2006 by 100% Hungarian private individuals.

  • Supplies Polycasa (largest plastic sheet manufacturer in Europe) with high-quality plastic sheets.

  • Security was a significant concern, resulting in a decrease in attack count after a security overhaul.

Education

Education
ISCED 2011 Level 5, Computer Programming, Specific Applications
Computer School, Budapest