ABOUT ME

Crafting intelligent AI experiences with cutting-edge technology

Abdullah Shahid - Senior Software Engineer

Abdullah Shahid

Senior Software Engineer

I'm a Senior Software Engineer with over 5 years of experience in building intelligent, scalable AI applications. I specialize in GenAI and LLM integration using Javascript/Typescript and Python frameworks like Next.js, React, Node.js, FastAPI, and Flask.

QUICK FACTS

5+
Years Experience
Professional software development
100%
GenAI Focus
AI-powered development approach
20+
Projects Delivered
Successful project completions
25+
Technologies
Languages, frameworks & tools

CORE VALUES

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AI Innovation

Every solution is designed with AI intelligence in mind. I believe in building smart systems, not just applications.

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Continuous Learning

Technology evolves rapidly, especially in GenAI. I stay current with the latest models and AI solutions.

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Quality Craft

Clean, maintainable, and well-tested code isn't just a preference—it's a professional responsibility.

SKILLS

My arsenal of technologies, tools, and expertise built over years of crafting intelligent AI solutions

Frontend Development

TypeScriptExpert

Building type-safe applications with advanced type patterns

React.jsExpert

Creating interactive UIs with modern React features

Next.jsExpert

Full-stack web development with server-side rendering

Tailwind CSSExpert

Rapid UI development with utility-first styling

Vue.jsAdvanced

Progressive web apps with reactive components

ViteExpert

Lightning-fast build tool and development server

TanStack QueryExpert

Powerful data synchronization and caching for React applications

7 skills

Backend Development

Node.js/Express.jsExpert

Building fast REST APIs and microservices

Nest.jsExpert

Enterprise-grade backend applications with TypeScript

FastAPIAdvanced

High-performance Python APIs with automatic documentation

FlaskAdvanced

Lightweight Python web applications and prototypes

GraphQLAdvanced

Flexible APIs with efficient data fetching

RedisAdvanced

In-memory caching and session storage

PrismaExpert

Modern ORM with type-safe database access

7 skills

Databases

PostgreSQLExpert

Relational database design and query optimization

MongoDBExpert

NoSQL data modeling and complex aggregations

PineconeExpert

Vector databases for semantic search and RAG

Neo4jIntermediate

Graph databases for knowledge graphs and AI

DynamoDBAdvanced

AWS NoSQL database for serverless applications

AWS RDSAdvanced

Managed relational databases in the cloud

SupabaseAdvanced

Open-source Firebase alternative with PostgreSQL

7 skills

GenAI

OpenAIExpert

ChatGPT and GPT models for conversational AI

AnthropicExpert

Claude AI for reasoning and content generation

Google GeminiExpert

Multimodal AI for text, image, and code tasks

xAI GrokExpert

Real-time AI with up-to-date information access

LangChain/LangGraphExpert

AI application frameworks and workflow orchestration

Composio.devAdvanced

AI agent tooling and workflow automation platform

VAPIAdvanced

Voice AI platform for conversational voice applications

7 skills

DevOps & Cloud

AWSAdvanced

Cloud infrastructure with EC2, S3, Lambda, and RDS

GCPAdvanced

Google Cloud services and AI/ML platform integration

Digital OceanExpert

Simple cloud hosting and droplet management

VercelExpert

Frontend deployment and serverless functions

Docker/KubernetesAdvanced

Container orchestration and scalable deployments

CI/CDAdvanced

Automated testing and deployment pipelines

TerraformIntermediate

Infrastructure as code and cloud resource management

7 skills

Tools & Platforms

Git/GitHubExpert

Version control with advanced branching strategies

CursorExpert

AI-powered code editor for enhanced productivity

PostmanExpert

API testing and development workflow

FigmaIntermediate

UI/UX design and prototyping collaboration

LinearAdvanced

Modern issue tracking and project management

NotionAdvanced

Documentation and knowledge base management

SlackAdvanced

Team communication and workflow integration

7 skills
25+
Technologies
5+
Years Experience
20+
Projects Completed
10+
GenAI Projects

EXPERIENCE

5+ years of professional experience in software engineering and GenAI development

Full Stack Developer

EverstarCurrent
2025-07 - Present
New York - Remote

Full-stack development role focused on data pipeline optimization for NRC public data. Working on improving document processing workflows and enhancing user interface components for Nuclear Industry and Department of Energy in United States.

Key Achievements

  • â–¸Revamped the DAG pipeline architecture for improved data processing efficiency
  • â–¸Developed cluster-based document organization system for Power Uprate & Subsequent License Renewal applications
  • â–¸Implemented comprehensive stats, filters, and search functionality for cluster-based document types

Technologies Used

JavaScriptTypeScriptPythonReact.jsNext.jsFastAPIRedisVercelAWSGCPDockerKubernetesTerraformApache Airflow

Senior Software Engineer

UpworkCurrent
2022-07 - Present
Remote

As a Top Rated Plus freelancer, I work on multiple web and mobile applications. I lead, architect, and develop full-stack projects from scratch, delivering end-to-end solutions for diverse clients across various industries.

Key Achievements

  • â–¸Led and developed LeparfumAI (https://leparfum.ai) - AI-powered fragrance recommendation platform
  • â–¸Built Serva Chat (https://app.tailorflow.ai) - Advanced conversational AI platform
  • â–¸Developed ProfilePro (https://www.merchynt.com/profilepro) - Professional profile optimization tool

Technologies Used

JavaScriptTypeScriptReact.jsNext.jsVue.jsNode.jsExpress.jsPythonFlaskFastAPIDartFlutterMongoDBPostgreSQLDynamoDBRDSRedisDockerKubernetesAWSVercelDigitalOceanOpenAI ChatGPTAnthropic ClaudeGoogle GeminixAI GrokLangchain SDK

Software Engineer

Pitch Marketing
2023-10 - 2025-05
Edmonton, AB, Canada

Started the end-to-end development of Bigmail, a secure, scalable business email platform. Architected and deployed a comprehensive microservices-based solution with enterprise-grade security and AI-powered features.

Key Achievements

  • â–¸Deployed and configured open-source Stalwart Mail server with private IP and advanced firewall protection
  • â–¸Integrated open-source Keycloak SSO server for centralized, secure authentication across the platform
  • â–¸Deployed and configured secure self-hosted Nextcloud server for file management and collaboration

Technologies Used

Stalwart Mail ServerKeycloakNextcloudOpenAI APIChatGPTMicroservicesJavaScriptTypeScriptNode.jsReact.jsNext.jsVercelDigitalOceanDockerFirewall ConfigurationSSO Authentication

Software Engineer

OriginSmartControls (formerly OriginHQ)
2023-06 - 2025-01
Preston, UK

Started and led the development of OriginSmartControls, an IoT management platform for large facilities. Architected and maintained a multi-tenant, monorepo platform with seamless third-party IoT ecosystem integrations.

Key Achievements

  • â–¸Architected and maintained the OriginSmartControls platform using multi-tenant, monorepo architecture
  • â–¸Integrated with leading third-party IoT ecosystems including Disruptive Technologies and Loxone
  • â–¸Engineered robust real-time communication solutions using Node-RED, MQTT, and LoRaWAN protocols

Technologies Used

Node-REDMQTTLoRaWANIoTJavaScriptTypeScriptNext.jsReact.jsNode.jsMongoDBRedisDockerReal-time SystemsMulti-tenant Architecture

Associate Software Engineer

Devsinc
2022-07 - 2023-06
Lahore, Pakistan

Contributed to the development and maintenance of subscription-based golf training and fitness applications (GOLF FOREVER & FIT FOREVER). Focused on enhancing user experience through optimized video content delivery and improved UI/UX design.

Key Achievements

  • â–¸Developed on-demand video content system based on users' equipment availability
  • â–¸Enhanced the Fit Video Player user interface for improved user experience
  • â–¸Optimized API calls during video playback to accurately calculate watched duration

Technologies Used

RubyRailsDartFlutterJavaScriptTypescriptReact NativeAndroidiOSXcodeAndroid StudioMySQL

CERTIFICATIONS

Professional certifications and continuous learning achievements

Upwork Skill Certification - API Full Stack Development

Upwork

2024-05

The Complete 2023 Web Development Bootcamp

Udemy

2023-01ID: UC-d05c41f6-698b-4a5b-a9ce-82eda2854be0

Fluter & Dart - The Complete Guide [2022 Edition]

Udemy

2022-09ID: UC-22a6d9b7-c671-426c-b1b8-c09dd7f2816f

Project Management Essentials Certified (PMEC)

Management & Strategy Institute

2021-01ID: 70462688
5+
Years Experience
5
Companies
20+
Team Members Led
4
Certifications