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Salman Awal
Full Stack Developer.

Hey I'm Salman! I'm a Full Stack Developer with a strong passion for building web applications with great user experiences.

I currently work for Stride as a full stack developer, where I tackle difficult engineering problems every day. I continuously work towards improving my knowledge and skills so I can contribute more to the business.

CreativeFull StackDeveloper

My mission is to continuously advance in web development, using my growing expertise to drive societal progress through technology.

My Expertise

HTMLHTML
CSSCSS
JavaScriptJavaScript
TypeScriptTypeScript
React JSReact JS
ReduxRedux
Next.JSNext.JS
TailwindTailwind
FirebaseFirebase
Development Env.Development Env.
PythonPython
FastAPIFastAPI
FigmaFigma
React NativeReact Native

HTML
Semantic Markup

Beyond markup, HTML is crucial for an inclusive web. I structure content carefully for universal accessibility.

CSS
Animations, Sass, Tailwind

I prioritize pixel perfection, paying close attention to details for visually polished and precisely aligned designs, ensuring a seamless user experience.

JavaScript
Client-side Programming

I bring websites to life with JavaScript, adding interactive features and optimizing performance with clean and efficient code.

TypeScript
Type Safety

TypeScript, a superset of JavaScript that adds static typing abilities to the language.

React JS
JavaScript Library

Using React, I craft scalable user interfaces with components, state management, and virtual DOM manipulation for seamless web applications.

Redux
Context API, Redux Toolkit

Predictable state container for JavaScript apps, often used with React.

Next.JS
React Framework

React framework for building full-stack web applications.React framework for building full-stack web applications.

Tailwind
CSS Framework

A utility-first CSS framework for rapid UI development.

Firebase
Database Management, Authentication

Platform developed by Google for creating mobile and web applications.

Development Env.
Webpack

I use tools like Webpack, Vite, NPM, Yarn to streamline workflows, automating development for efficiency.

Python
Backend Development, Scripting

I use Python for building server-side applications, data processing, automation scripts, and integrating APIs with clean, efficient code.

FastAPI
High-performance Backend Framework

FastAPI enables me to build modern, fast, and secure APIs with automatic validation, async support, and great developer experience.

Figma
UI/UX Design Tool

I design and prototype user interfaces in Figma, translating ideas into interactive wireframes that bridge design and development.

React Native
Cross-platform Mobile Development

Using React Native, I build performant mobile apps for iOS and Android with a shared codebase while maintaining native functionality.

Selected Works

Discover a curated portfolio of projects where each line of code tells a story of problem-solving, creativity, and technical finesse.

Personal Project

Feb 2024

Hollywood AI

Hollywood AI

Created and launched an intuitive platform for AI-driven film summaries using Next.js, TypeScript, and Firebase, resulting in a 95% satisfaction rate for accuracy and readability based on user feedback. Check it out at https://hollywood-ai-azure.vercel.app

Frontend Developer Internship

Jan 2024

Everest NFT Marketplace

Everest NFT Marketplace

Revamped a static single-page application into an engaging interface with interactive animations, transitions, and carousels, utilizing Axios for dynamic data display. Managed version control and team collaboration with Git. Check it out at https://everest-nft-marketplace.vercel.app

Personal Project

Dec 2023

Social Media App

Social Media App

Built a full-stack social media application featuring posts, feeds, likes, modals, and secure authentication, leveraging Firebase for database management. Check it out at https://busy-bee-social-media-app.vercel.app

Experience
History

Full Stack Software Engineer

Stride

June 2025 – Present

  • Drove development of a mobile application for an Australian-Owned electric vehicle startup, providing sustainable transport solutions across Australian Cities.

  • Delivered Figma and wireframes to React Native UI, boosting onboarding completion to 74%—matching industry averages.

  • Architected and developed backend infrastructure and APIs using Python and FastAPI; integrated Stripe payment processing, achieving a 98% transaction success rate.

  • Collaborated in a 10–15 member Agile team, driving quality through code reviews and daily stand-ups.

Frontend Developer Intern

Aurora Web Studio

Jan 2025 – June 2025

  • Built an internal troubleshooting tool (React, Firebase), boosting support team efficiency by 40%.

  • Redesigned checkout and migrated database to Firebase, increasing client conversion by 30%.

  • Developed a custom debounced search hook, cutting RESTful API requests by 66% and improving SaaS platform performance.

Freelance Frontend Developer

Self Employed

July 2024 – Dec 2024

  • Delivered 5 responsive, SEO-optimized websites using React and JavaScript, boosting client traffic by 25%.

  • Enhanced site performance and accessibility by optimizing assets and adopting modern frontend techniques.