ABOUT & STACK
The background dossiers, comfort zones, and active browser modules of a developer from Lakshmipur.
[THE DOSSIER]
I am Aref, an almost 21-year-old self-taught web developer based in Lakshmipur, Bangladesh. I started writing code when I realized most business problems in my community could be solved with small, highly-optimized web applications rather than bloated, overpriced agency software.
My core competency lies in the MERN (MongoDB, Express, React, Node) stack, though my daily preference has shifted towards Next.js and Firebase. They allow me to build full-stack interfaces rapidly, manage database states in real-time, and deploy performant websites that load instantly on local mobile networks.
My philosophy is straightforward: **keep it clean, keep it fast, and don't over-engineer**. If a simple local storage sync solves a problem, I don't set up heavy database schemas. If static pages load faster, I keep them static.
[TECHNICAL MATRIX]
| [01 / CATEGORY] | [02 / TECHNOLOGIES] | [03 / FLUENCY] |
|---|---|---|
| FRONTEND | Next.js, React.js, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, Tailwind CSS v4, shadcn/ui | DAILY DRIVER |
| BACKEND | Node.js, Express, REST APIs, Next.js Server Actions | PROFICIENT |
| DATABASE / BaaS | MongoDB, Mongoose | PROFICIENT |
| DEV TOOLS | Git, GitHub, pnpm/npm, ESLint, Prettier | COMFORTABLE |
I study local commerce flows. Most stores in Lakshmipur manage orders over phone calls or WhatsApp. My goal is to build direct digital ordering channels that don't disrupt their habits.
"Boilerplate code is an obstacle. Gradients are fine, but structural alignment and instant tactile responsiveness is what makes users love an application."