Full-Stack Engineer (planetecosystem)
Het Desai
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Posted Jan 4, 2025
Developed a React & Node.js full-stack web app with MySQL, Express, Sequelize, Authorize.net, JWT auth, analytics, dashboards, Docker
As a dedicated Full-Stack Engineer, I developed the sophisticated web application that seamlessly integrates frontend aesthetics with robust backend functionality. Utilizing a modern technology stack, I ensured the delivery of a user-centric platform that is both visually appealing and highly efficient.
Role and Responsibilities
UI/UX Enhancement: Revamped the user interface by adding new pages, implementing smooth animations, and resolving bugs to ensure a flawless and engaging user experience.
Payment Integration: Integrated Authorize.net for secure payment processing and developed subscription management features.
Authentication & Security: Designed and implemented secure registration, login, password reset, and onboarding processes.
Analytics & Tracking: Integrated analytics tools to monitor user behavior and application performance.
Dashboard Development: Created intuitive user and admin dashboards for real-time insights and management.
Social Media & Email Integration: Implemented social media login options and developed a reliable emailing system for notifications and subscriptions.
Database Management: Managed database migrations and optimizations using MySQL and Sequelize ORM.
Technical Leadership: Utilized best practices in testing, version control, and deployment to maintain a scalable and maintainable codebase.
Technologies and Tools Used
Frontend:
Frameworks & Libraries: React, React Router DOM, Formik, Yup, Leaflet, Owl Carousel, React Slick, React Social Icons
Styling & Animation: Autoprefixer, PostCSS, Stylelint, WOW.js, SweetAlert2
Testing: @testing-library/react, Jest DOM, User Event
Other Tools: jQuery, dotenv, React Helmet, React GA4
Backend:
Frameworks & Libraries: Node.js, Express, Sequelize, Sequelize CLI
Database: MySQL
Security: bcryptjs, JSON Web Tokens (jsonwebtoken), cookie-session
Payment Processing: Authorize.net
Utilities: Axios, dotenv, Nodemailer, Generate-password
Key Contributions
UI/UX Enhancement: Successfully improved the application's interface, leading to a more intuitive and engaging user experience.
Secure Payment Systems: Integrated reliable payment gateways and developed subscription management, ensuring smooth financial operations.
Robust Authentication: Implemented comprehensive security measures to protect user data and maintain compliance with industry standards.
Advanced Analytics: Enabled detailed tracking and analysis of user interactions to inform strategic decisions.
Efficient Dashboard Solutions: Delivered user-friendly dashboards that provided valuable insights and streamlined administrative tasks.
Seamless Integrations: Enhanced user engagement through social media integrations and effective email communication systems.
Optimized Database Management: Ensured data integrity and performance through meticulous database handling and migration strategies.
Challenges and Solutions
Complex Payment Integration: Navigated the complexities of integrating Authorize.net by developing custom middleware, ensuring secure and efficient transaction processing.
Ensuring Scalability: Addressed potential scalability issues by implementing a modular codebase and optimizing database queries, allowing the application to handle increased user loads seamlessly.
Enhancing User Experience: Overcame UI glitches and performance bottlenecks by conducting thorough testing and iterative improvements, resulting in a smooth and responsive interface.
Achievements and Outcomes
Performance Improvement: Enhanced application load times and responsiveness through effective frontend optimizations and backend enhancements.
User Growth: Contributed to a 40% increase in user registrations and a substantial rise in active user engagement post-implementation.
Client Satisfaction: Delivered the project ahead of schedule, earning commendations from the client for exceeding expectations and providing exceptional technical solutions.
Client Impact
Enhanced User Engagement: Improved UI/UX and integrated social media features led to higher user satisfaction and retention rates.
Streamlined Operations: Efficient payment processing and subscription management simplified financial operations for the client.
Data-Driven Decisions: Advanced analytics provided the client with actionable insights to drive business growth and optimize user interactions.
Robust Security: Implemented strong authentication and authorization measures, safeguarding user data and building trust.