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Contributing to the Gadgets platform used by millions of readers. Implemented Schema.org structured data and sitemap/SEO fixes on the Next.js frontend, improved mobile performance and core Web Vitals, and optimized backend APIs and admin panel.

Designed and scaled Django REST APIs for core hiring workflows, supporting high-traffic search and filtering systems. Reduced P99 latency by 20-35% through PostgreSQL query optimization, Redis and Elasticsearch tuning, and shipped performance-critical features like Quick Filters and real-time job updates.

Led a team of developers to build production-ready solutions in a startup environment. Spearheaded development of an Online Python Compiler and DSA Live Contest Platform, designing real-time systems including live coding, P2P contests, screen sharing, and feedback workflows.

Developed RESTful APIs using Django for authentication, user management, and media handling. Implemented JWT-based authentication for secure access control and improved backend performance through query optimization, reducing response times by 25%.

Developed and deployed production websites using WordPress, PHP, and MySQL. Managed deployments on AWS EC2, RDS, S3, and Route53, and assisted with cloud infrastructure setup to improve deployment reliability.

Built a crypto exchange frontend using React, Next.js, Tailwind CSS, Shadcn UI, and Google reCAPTCHA. Developed mobile application UI using React Native and integrated AWS Amplify for authentication.

Activities and societies: Open-source contributions, Hacktoberfest participant

Pursued a Bachelor of Technology in Instrumentation and Control Engineering, with open electives in DSA, Web Technology, DBMS, OS, Computer Networks, and Software Project Management. Contributed to open-source projects and participated in Hacktoberfest.