Hi, I'm Istiaq
Full-stack Developer | Human-Computer Interaction Researcher
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About

Full-stack developer specializing in React frontends and Node.js backends with expertise in building scalable enterprise applications. Co-founded dev.resolved, delivering 8+ client projects with modern cloud infrastructure and database solutions. Published researcher in HCI and machine learning, bridging technical development with academic innovation in healthcare technology and human-centered design.

Work Experience

Tech Junkies

March 2020 - October 2020
Researcher & Content Writer

Conducted technology research and created technical content for publication

Independent University, Bangladesh

January 2023 - April 2023
Student on Duty

Mentored students in Database Management System course, providing technical guidance on SQL, database design, and query optimization. Assisted with project development.

dev.resolved

July 2024 - August 2025
Co-Founder & Full-stack Developer

Co-founded a web development startup delivering custom full-stack solutions to clients. Led development of 8+ projects generating $7,000 in revenue over 13 months. Specialized in enterprise applications with modern cloud infrastructure.

Education

Manarat Dhaka International College

June 2017
Cambridge O Level

Manarat Dhaka International College

June 2019
Cambridge International AS & A Level

Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB)

December 2024
Bachelor of Science

Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB)

Present
Master of Science

Skills

Frontend Development

ReactNext.jsTypeScriptJavaScriptTailwind CSSshadcn/uiRadix UIReact QueryReduxZustandFramer MotionReact Hook FormHTML5CSS3

Backend Development

Node.jsExpress.jsHonoREST APIPostgreSQLMySQLSupabaseMongoDBDrizzle ORMPrismaJWTOAuth 2.0StripeWebSocket

Programming & Tools

PythonCC++JavaPHPSQLGitGitHubDockerTurborepoVitePostmanFigmaZodWebpackNotionMarkdown

Cloud & DevOps

AWSAzureGoogle CloudVercelNetlifyGitHub ActionsNginxCloudflareCI/CD

Interests

Systems & Infrastructure

Self-hosting SolutionsHomelabServer ManagementContainerizationLinux Systems (Debian & Arch)

DevOps & Automation

CI/CD PipelinesInfrastructure as CodeEdge ComputingMonitoring & Observability

Open Source & Community

Open Source ContributionTechnical WritingKnowledge SharingCommunity Building

Projects

Abrar Importer

Sole developer for full-stack automotive marketplace achieving 10,000+ visitors in 6 months post-launch. Implemented vehicle inventory management, customer inquiry system, appointment scheduling, and image optimization. Built with Next.js 14 and PocketBase backend.

Next.jsTypeScriptPocketBaseTailwind CSSRadix UIFramer Motion+2
Website
Bed For Tonight

Served as frontend developer for full-stack monorepo platform. Built with Next.js 15, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL featuring multi-property management, AI-powered search, Stripe payments, and real-time booking. Utilized Turborepo architecture with separate web, admin, and API applications. Successfully delivered to client.

Next.jsTypeScriptPostgreSQLStripeTurborepoMonorepo+4
Website
InkBlack Media

A modern, conversion-focused marketing website for a content and copywriting agency. Delivered as a high-performance static export with perfect Lighthouse scores and SEO optimization.

Next.jsTypeScriptTailwind CSSshadcn/uiStatic ExportSEO+2
Website

Publications

A Conceptual Design Framework of GorbhoShongi App for Mental Well-Being Among Bangladeshi Pregnant and Postpartum Women

HCI International 2024 – Late Breaking Posters
Communications in Computer and Information Science, vol 2321

GorbhoShongi: a mHealth App for the Mental Well-being of Bangladeshi Pregnant and Postpartum Women

Undergraduate Thesis

Preliminary Design of a Culturally Tailored AI-Integrated mHealth App for Gestational Diabetes and Excessive Weight Management in Bangladesh

2025 IEEE 23rd Student Conference on Research and Development (SCOReD)

Awards

High Achievers' Awards (O Level)

April 2018
The Daily Star

Winner of Database Management System

December 2022
TechFest IUB Project Showcase

Launchpad at United International University

March 2025
University Innovation Hub Program

Secured competitive government pre-seed funding (BDT 20,000) for "GorbhoShongi" mHealth app

Contact

Email: connect@istiaqahmed.dev

Phone: +8801611160290

Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh

Website: istiaqahmed.dev