Nikola P.

About Me

A highly experienced Web Developer with proven expertise in WordPress development; creating innovative themes and plugins, PHP manipulation for customizations, optimizations and major website changes. I am adept with large scalable systems and in developing APIs and RESTful services. I am a fast learner, client-focused and serve with the highest level of service excellence.

Frontend

Backend

Database

Other

Work history

UpStack
UpStack
Senior Software Engineer
2017 - Present (8 years)
Remote
  • Creating and developing software solutions for different clients across a broad range of industries.

Toptal
Toptal
Web Developer
2015 - 2017 (2 years)
Remote
  • Programmed and developed fully functional web pages using a CSV to HTML generator to convert .CSV files to HTML files.

  • Worked on a variety of projects implementing JavaScript Charts plugins, a PDF generator and designing of a complex database.

  • Ensured consistency of design and functionality by introducing new and innovative features on an existing WordPress theme, implementing frontend commands and maintaining the site.

Eutelnet
Eutelnet
Web Developer
2014 - 2015 (1 year)
Remote
  • Developed creative initiatives for innovative WordPress plugins, PHP and WordPress code bases for use in developing solutions for company projects.

  • Provided technical advice on WordPress frameworks to be use in implementing internal software driven projects.

  • Worked on a variety of API integrations, maintenance improvements and performance optimization for several company projects.

 Code Anvil
Code Anvil
Web Developer
2012 - 2014 (2 years)
Remote
  • Designed, deployed and unit tested numerous WordPress websites, themes and premium plugins for clients.

  • Used the CodeIgniter framework in producing various full-featured projects for clients.

  • Performed regular maintenance and updates on existing websites of clients to improve efficiency and optimize performance.

Showcase

Developer - Spark Business IQ
Developer - Spark Business IQ
  • Developed a presentational website for an American banking company.

  • Implemented theme and plugins development, social sharing and counters APIs.

  • Focused on SEO and Web accessibility development (ADA).

Developer - API for Belgrade Fair Android Application
  • A PHP-based API for the Belgrade Fair Android application data feeds.

  • It's a solution for managing data feeds related to the Belgrade Fair.

  • The API is developed using PHP.

Developer - Class Compete
  • A web-based educational game/quiz website for children.

  • Utilized PHP CodeIgniter, HMVC, and Propel ORM for back-end development.

  • Developed six independent sub-applications and data-feeding APIs.

Developer - Colour & Trends
Developer - Colour & Trends
  • A premium fashion website focused on articles, news, and forecasts.

  • The website includes WordPress theme and plugin development and re-factoring.

  • Paid users have access to premium content and subscriptions.

Developer - YCK Arts
Developer - YCK Arts
  • Developed a gallery website using WordPress.

  • Integrated back-end and front-end development with Ajax and HistoryJS.

  • Implemented a WordPress architecture for the project.

Developer - Pulsar Watches
Developer - Pulsar Watches
  • Develops a WordPress-based presentational website for a Japanese watch manufacturer in the US.

  • Implements a full AJAX search functionality using JavaScript history object to update the URL state without full page refreshes.

  • Creates multiple API endpoints to support various search filter categories and items.

Developer - Fully Customizable WordPress Travel Theme
Developer - Fully Customizable WordPress Travel Theme
  • Develops a fully customizable WordPress travel theme.

  • Features customizable elements: positioning, price list, gallery, URL structures, and Ajax templates.

  • Designed for extensive customization and flexibility.

Developer - Real Estate Plugins for WordPress
  • Developed two real estate plugins for WordPress.

  • Plugins offer a simple and easy-to-use interface for real estate agencies.

  • Plugins integrate Google Maps and provide real estate spot information with search functionality.

Education

Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science
Faculty of computing - Belgrade, Serbia