Forhad Islam
/ forhadislamse

I'm a Full-Stack Developer with a strong focus on engineering scalable and efficient web applications. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science & Engineering from East West University, I have refined my expertise through rigorous hands-on experience and continuous technical evolution.

I specialize in backend architecture using Node.js, with a primary focus on engineering systems that are not only meticulously structured but also highly deployable, scalable, and resilient within demanding production environments.

My professional scope encompasses backend engineering, strategic system design, and infrastructure planning. I architect robust APIs, secure authentication systems, and sophisticated database-driven applications using modern JavaScript ecosystems—consistently prioritizing performance, reliability, and long-term maintainability.

I believe that high-quality software is rooted in disciplined architectural principles, operational excellence, and forward-thinking strategy. I am committed to advancing my technical craft and contributing to systems that are reliable, scalable, and globally impactful.

Work Experience

SM Technology, Betopia Group

SM Technology, Betopia Group

Backend Developer

AUG 01, 2025-PRESENT

At SM Technology, My responsibility is end-to-end backend engineering—from project analysis and system architecture design to database modeling, secure API development, and project deployment. I collaborate closely with UI/UX and frontend teams and engage in client discussions to ensure seamless integration and successful delivery.

Education

East West University

Bachelor of Science in CSE

East West University

2014 - 2019

Focused on core software engineering principles, including data structures & algorithms, database systems, and system design, through hands-on project experience and continuous learning.

What I Can Do For You

End-to-end delivery across the stack — from polished interfaces to production-ready backends and deployment.

  • Component-driven architecture using React & Next.js (App Router)
  • Global state management using Redux, Context API, or similar tools
  • Responsive, mobile-first UI design for all screen sizes
  • Performance optimization including SSR, SSG, lazy loading & Partial Prerendering
  • Server design using Node.js & Express.js
  • RESTful & GraphQL API development
  • Secure Authentication & Authorization (JWT, OAuth)
  • Real-time communication using WebSockets (Socket.io)
  • Relational & Non-relational databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
  • Database design, optimization, and indexing
  • Type-safe database queries using Prisma ORM
  • High-performance data integrity across applications
  • Production deployment on VPS Hosting
  • Server management & custom domain configuration
  • Version control and team collaboration with Git/GitHub
  • AI-assisted coding workflows and architecture planning

Technologies

Technical Expertise

Backend & API Orchestration

Designing meticulous backend systems and robust APIs that are scalable, resilient, and highly deployable.

Node.jsExpress.jsRESTful APIsAPI DesignInfrastructure Planning

Database & Performance

Architecting sophisticated database-driven applications with a focus on optimization and maintainability.

PostgreSQLMongoDBPrisma ORMPerformance OptimizationStrategic Design

Security & AI Workflows

Implementing secure authentication frameworks and leveraging AI-assisted development for efficiency.

Secure AuthenticationAuthorizationJWTAI-assisted WorkflowsProject Analysis

Structured Learning

Project-driven, rigorous developer curriculums and learning paths completed to master full-stack software engineering.

freeCodeCamp

2019 - 2020

freeCodeCamp free Certifications courses

Completed multiple developer certifications demonstrating hands-on proficiency across core technologies:

JavaScript CertificationFront-End Development LibrariesBack-End Development & APIsRelational Databases
The Odin Project

2020 - 2021

The Odin Project - Full Stack JavaScript

Deep, project-based full-stack JavaScript curriculum covering frontend and backend engineering.

Intermediate HTML & CSSJavaScriptAdvanced HTML & CSSReactNodeJS
EdX

2022

CS50’s Introduction to Programming with Python

Rigorous introduction to computer science and algorithmic problem-solving using Python.

Python 3Functions & VariablesConditionals & LoopsExceptionsUnit TestsFile I/ORegular ExpressionsObject-Oriented Programming
EdX

2022

CS50’s Introduction to Computer Science

Acclaimed foundation course covering algorithmic design, memory management, C, SQL, and web technologies.

C ProgrammingAlgorithmsData StructuresMemory ManagementSQL DatabasesHTML & CSSFlask (Python)
Programming Hero

2023

Complete Web Development Level 1 & 2

Intensive training focusing on modern MERN stack development and real-world project workflows.

HTML5CSS3JavaScriptNext.jsReactReduxNodeJSExpressJSPostgreSQLMongoDBPrismaTailwindCSS