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Hi, I'm Kalin

A fullstack developer with over 9 years of experience

About me

With a strong foundation in both frontend and backend development, I have dedicated over 9 years to mastering the full web development stack.

Core Skills

  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • React
  • NextJS
  • Tailwind CSS
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • NodeJS
  • Express
  • GraphQL
  • MongoDB
  • PostgreSQL
  • Docker
  • AWS
  • Heroku
  • GitHub

I thrive in fast-paced environments and have a proven track record of delivering high-quality projects on time. Whether leading a team or collaborating with others, I bring a sense of professionalism, clear communication, and enthusiasm to every project.

Experience

2015 - 2018

Senior Web Developer

2Create.io

  • Started as a Junior Web Developer
  • Used HTML/CSS and JS to create pixel perfect websites
  • Promoted to Team Leader in my second year
  • Mentored new teammates
  • Took responsibility of projects from start to finish
  • Worked closely with my manager on project estimations
2018 - Present

Senior Web Developer

iGaming.com

  • Working as a Team Leader
  • Project owner of the company second biggest project
  • Responsible for coding standards
  • Maintaining and keeping codebase up to date using latest industry standards
  • Working closely with other teams to coordinate execution
  • Creating tools to ease other teams jobs

Freelance Senior Web Developer

  • Developed and deployed fullstack web applications using React and TypeScript on the frontend, and Node.js on the backend.
  • Containerized applications using Docker for development, testing, and deployment.
  • Deployed and managed applications on cloud platforms like Heroku and AWS.
  • Integrated CI/CD pipelines to automate testing, deployment, and monitoring.
  • Designed and implemented RESTful APIs with Express and Node.js.
  • Utilized AWS services such as EC2 and S3 to build and scale cloud‑based solutions.
  • Migrated legacy applications to modern stacks using React and TypeScript.
  • Collaborated with cross‑functional teams and clients, providing technical expertise.
  • Performed code reviews and implemented best practices in TypeScript and Node.js.
  • Optimized application performance by implementing efficient state management in React and leveraging caching strategies on both client and server sides

Testimonials

"Working with Kalin was a game-changer for our project. His expertise in both frontend and backend development ensured our platform was not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly scalable. His dedication, clear communication, and attention to detail made the entire process seamless."

- Tamia Acharya

"Exceptional talent! Kalin delivered a complex web application ahead of schedule, with flawless functionality and a sleek, user-friendly interface. His ability to grasp our requirements quickly and translate them into a working product was truly impressive. Highly recommend!"

- Viktor Petrov, CEO of DCVX

"Kalin is one of the best developers I've had the pleasure of working with. His ability to balance speed and precision is unmatched, and his leadership qualities make him an invaluable team member."

- Kyle Richards, Front End Developer

"I've collaborated with many developers, but Kalin stands out for his incredible work ethic and technical prowess. He not only met our expectations but exceeded them, delivering a web app that's fast, responsive, and bug-free. A true professional!"

- Emma Klein

"If you're looking for a developer who's not only technically skilled but also a pleasure to work with, Kalin is your guy. His ability to lead and collaborate effectively made him a key player in our team. The quality and efficiency of his work are top-notch."

- Raphaël Moreau