Vela Ventures

Sr. PHP Laravel Developer

Vietnamese Team Lead / Client International, Hybrid

Nov 18, 2024 - Present

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs to support various frontend and backend applications.
• Ensure API endpoints are optimized for performance, security, and scalability.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and security guidelines.
• Work closely with frontend developers to ensure seamless API integration and resolve any backend-related issues.
• Communicate with clients to understand requirements, address concerns, and provide technical recommendations.
• Analyze and resolve bugs reported by the QA team, ensuring minimal disruption to users.
• Conduct root cause analysis to prevent recurring issues and implement long-term fixes.
• Perform regression testing to ensure bug fixes do not introduce new issues.
• Develop and enhance the content management system (CMS) or back-office dashboard using Laravel
• Implement user roles and permissions to restrict access based on administrative privileges.

Technologies & Tools Used:

Backend: Laravel, PHP, MySQL, Redis
Architecture: MVC (Model-View-Controller), OOP
Frontend: JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap CSS
API Development: RESTful APIs, PHPUnit
API Integration: Game Providers (Game Tech, Saba Gaming)
Cloud Services: AWS (EC2, S3, RDS)
Monitoring & Logging: Laravel Telescope, Graylog
Version Control: Git (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket)

Project Assistant

Sr. Laravel Backend Developer

US-Based Client, Remote

July 27, 2024 - Nov 07, 2024

• Design, develop, and maintain robust APIs for seamless integration with the FareHarbor booking system.
• Optimize API endpoints for efficiency, security, and scalability to handle high traffic and transactions.
• Implement authentication, rate limiting, and data validation to ensure secure and reliable API interactions.
• Maintain comprehensive API documentation to support frontend developers and third-party integrations.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices, coding standards, and security guidelines.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, security vulnerabilities, and potential bugs.
• Provide constructive feedback to improve code quality and maintainability.
• Maintain OpenAPI documentation to provide a clear reference for API consumers and developers.
• Ensure API updates and changes are well-documented for seamless integration with the FareHarbor system.
• Work closely with frontend developers to ensure smooth API integration and resolve any backend-related challenges.
• Provide regular updates to the project manager and CEO, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical feasibility.

Technologies & Tools Used:

• Backend: Laravel, PHP, MySQL, Redis
• Containerization: Docker & Docker Compose for local development
• Architecture: Laravel Action Pattern, OOP
• API Development: RESTful APIs, PHPUnit, Postman for API documentation
• API Integration: FareHarbor Booking
• Cloud Services: AWS (EC2, S3, RDS)
• Monitoring & Logging: Laravel Telescope
• Version Control: Git (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket)
• Additional Experience: Linux server management, third-party API integrations

Feiwin Online Gaming Company

Sr. PHP Laravel Developer

Chinese Client and Supervisors, Officed-Based

September 11, 2024 - July 25, 2024

• API Development – Designed, developed, and maintained APIs to support gaming platform features and integrations.
• CMS Development – Built and enhanced a Content Management System (CMS) for efficient content handling and updates.
• Web Scraping & Crawling – Developed automated web scraping solutions to collect and process relevant data.
• LUA Configurations – Implemented and optimized LUA scripts for game logic and system automation.
• Site Redirection / Random Site URL
• Deployments – Managed and executed deployments, ensuring system stability and minimal downtime.
• Collaborate effectively with the team and provide client support as needed.

Technologies & Tools Used:

• Backend: Laravel, PHP, MySQL, Redis, Node.js
• Frontend: JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap CSS, Vue.js, Inertia, Tailwindcss
• Development Environment: Laragon (Portable, fast, and lightweight environment)
• Architecture: MVC, OOP
• API Development: RESTful APIs, Postman for API documentation
• API Integration: Game API Integration
• Web Scraping: Data extraction
• Cloud Services: AWS (EC2, S3, RDS)
• Monitoring & Logging: Laravel Telescope
• Version Control: Git (GitHub, GitLab)
• Additional Experience: Linux server management, third-party API integrations

Summit Media

Sr. Software Engineer

Philippine-Based Company, Remote

June 20, 2022 - November 2023

• Maintained legacy websites built with Laravel 4.2, handling bug fixes and feature enhancements.
• In October 2022, transitioned to a new team and successfully converted the legacy Laravel 4.2 website "Yummy.ph" to WordPress.
• Managed the migration of new and updated articles and recipes from Laravel to WordPress.
• Developed scripts to migrate data between the Laravel and WordPress databases.
• Addressed bugs reported by the QA team and ensured a smooth deployment process.

Technologies & Tools Used:

• Backend: Laravel, PHP, MySQL, Redis, WordPress
• Frontend: JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap
• Development Environment: Laragon (Portable, fast, and lightweight environment for local development)
• Architecture: MVC, OOP
• API Development: RESTful APIs, Postman for API documentation
• Cloud Services: AWS (EC2, S3, RDS)
• Monitoring & Logging: Laravel Telescope, WordPress Debug Logs
• Version Control: Git (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket)
• Additional Experience: Linux server management, third-party API integrations

iACADEMY

Backend Developer

Philippine-Based Company, Hybrid

June 11, 2019 - June 17, 2022

• Designed and developed APIs and CMS for various school system modules, including HRIS, Employee Career Mapping, Room Scheduling, Room Reservation, Job Posting, Student Inquiries, Purchasing, Online Entrance Exams, Library Reservations, and Student Clearances.
• Led end-to-end project development, from initial planning to deployment.
• Created comprehensive API documentation to ensure clear guidance for developers and API consumers.
• Collaborated closely with frontend developers, QA teams, managers, and system clients to ensure seamless project execution and integration.
• Integrated third-party services and payment gateways
• Provided ongoing technical support and maintenance
• Project links: Portal Dashboard | Maze iAcademy | DOT iAcademy Tech | iAcademy Official Website

Technologies & Tools Used:

• Backend: Laravel, PHP, MySQL
• Frontend: Vue.js
• Development Environment: macOS built-in PHP with PHP built-in server for local development
• Architecture: MVC, OOP
• API Development: RESTful APIs, Postman for API documentation
• Cloud Services: Dedicated Physical Server
• Monitoring & Logging: Laravel Logs
• Version Control: Git (GitHub)
• Additional Experience: Linux server management, third-party API integrations (Payment Gateway)

Synergy88 Digital (Games and Apps Development)

Backend Developer

Philippine-Based Company, Officed-Based

January 2018 - May 2019

• Developed APIs and CMS for mobile applications, ensuring seamless backend integration.
• Created websites and systems for various local businesses, including Fashion 21, Belo Shop, MBPL, Lamarie, and Brgy 143 Website.
• Designed and implemented reusable code and libraries to improve efficiency in future development projects.
• Published packages on Packagist: Mark Villudo on Packagist
• Built and maintained e-commerce CMS and APIs for Belo Shop: Belo Shop
• Provided ongoing technical support and maintenance.

Technologies & Tools Used:

• Backend: Laravel, PHP, MySQL
• Frontend: Vue.js
• Development Environment: macOS built-in PHP with PHP built-in server for local development
• Architecture: MVC, OOP
• API Development: RESTful APIs, Postman for API documentation
• Cloud Services: AWS (EC2, S3, RDS)
• Monitoring & Logging: Laravel Telescope
• Version Control: Git (GitHub)
• Additional Experience: Linux server management, third-party API integrations (PayPal Payment Gateway)

Contextus Technologies Corporation

Associate Web Developer

Philippine-Based Company, Officed-Based

March 2016 - January 2018

• Developed web applications and systems to automate manual company processes, including Post Deposited Checks (PDC) management and Homeowners Association systems.
• Assisted in the development of the company's booking system—more details available at Camaya Coast.
• Provided ongoing website maintenance, including bug fixes and feature enhancements.
• Mentored and guided two junior web developers, ensuring their technical growth.
• Helped document system updates for each release to maintain clear and organized records.
• Provided ongoing technical support and maintenance.

Technologies & Tools Used:

• Backend: Laravel, PHP, MySQL
• Frontend: JavaScript, jQuery, AngularJS
• Development Environment: macOS built-in PHP with PHP built-in server for local development
• Architecture: MVC, OOP
• API Development: RESTful APIs, Postman for API documentation
• Monitoring & Logging: Laravel Logs
• Version Control: Git (GitHub)
• Additional Experience: Linux server management, third-party API integrations (PayPal Payment Gateway)

Zonelisting Solutions Inc.

Junior Software Engineer

Philippine-Based Company, Officed-Based

July 2015 - February 2016

• Developed APIs to support mobile application development.
• Resolved bugs reported by Testers and QA teams to ensure system stability.
• Designed and implemented new features for company websites based on client feedback and requirements.

Technologies & Tools Used:

• Backend: Codeigniter, Laravel, PHP, MySQL
• Frontend: JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX
• Development Environment: macOS built-in PHP with PHP built-in server for local development
• Architecture: MVC
• API Development: RESTful APIs, Postman for API documentation
• Monitoring & Logging: Laravel Logs
• Version Control: Git (GitHub)

ByteHeads Corporations

Junior Andriod Developer

Philippine-Based Company, Officed-Based

May 2015 - July 2015

• Developed APIs to support mobile application development.
• Assist other android developer in development of Avant apps for school.

Technologies & Tools Used:

• Backend: Laravel, PHP, MySQL, Java (Eclipse)
• API Development: RESTful APIs, Postman for API documentation
• Version Control: Git (GitHub)