(Jun 2023 - October 2025)
Backend Developer
Fitnet
constcoder={name:'Yara Alkaka',skills:['React', 'NextJS', 'Redux', 'Express', 'NestJS', 'MySql', 'MongoDB', 'Docker', 'AWS'],hardWorker:true,quickLearner:true,problemSolver:true,hireable:function() {return(this.hardWorker&&this.problemSolver&&this.skills.length>=5);};};ABOUT ME
Who I am?
I’m a Backend Laravel Developer with experience building scalable, real-world applications across fitness, e-commerce, event management, and AI-driven platforms. I specialize in clean architecture, secure APIs, payment systems, real-time features, and performance-focused backend solutions. Alongside backend development, I have a strong background in AI and machine learning, which allows me to approach problems with both engineering precision and analytical depth. I’m passionate about creating reliable, maintainable systems that turn complex ideas into polished products.
Experiences
(Nov 2024 - Feb 2025)
Backend Developer
Saudi Eventify 2025
(Sep 2024 - Nov 2024)
Backend Developer
Animal Welfare Association
(May 2024 - Sep 2024)
AI Software Engineer
Damascus University
(Sep 2023 - Nov 2023)
Backend Developer
Ribu
(Sep 2023 - Oct 2023)
Full Stack Developer
PanCode
(May 2023 - Jul 2023)
Backend Developer
One Delivery
(Apr 2023 - May 2023)
Backend Developer
NFC Card Share
Skills
PROJECTS
Fitnet Fitness Platform
constproject={name:'Fitnet Fitness Platform',tools: ['Laravel', 'MySQL', 'Queues', 'Firebase', 'REST APIs', 'React', 'Payment Gateways],myRole:Backend Laravel Developer + Front end Developer (Dashboard + Landing page),Description: I worked as a Backend Laravel Developer on a large-scale fitness platform connecting trainers and trainees. I architected core backend features including authentication, team management, workout plans, session tracking, calorie calculation, subscription payments, and a custom in-app currency system. I also implemented verified coach logic, join request workflows, and improved the React dashboard to enhance user experience.,};Saudi Cup Event Management System (JCSA)
constproject={name:'Saudi Cup Event Management System (JCSA)',tools: ['Laravel', 'MySQL', 'Database Views', 'HTML Emails', 'PDF & Excel Export],myRole:Backend Laravel Developer,Description: I developed the backend system for the Saudi Cup, one of the largest horse racing events. The platform handled comprehensive event management including guest, jockey, owner, and driver management, vehicle logistics, automated scheduling, notifications, and dynamic email systems. I optimized performance using MySQL views and implemented PDF and Excel exports for reporting.,};AWA Backend System
constproject={name:'AWA Backend System',tools: ['Laravel', 'REST APIs', 'WebSockets', 'Laravel Echo', 'Queues', 'Clean Architecture],myRole:Backend Laravel Developer,Description: I rebuilt the entire backend system from scratch for AWA using Laravel. The project focused on clean, modular, and scalable architecture. I designed RESTful APIs, implemented service-based logic and request validation, integrated Laravel Echo and WebSockets for real-time features, and followed best practices in security and scalability.,};Ribu Food Rewards Platform
constproject={name:'Ribu Food Rewards Platform',tools: ['Laravel', 'MySQL', 'Spatie Roles', 'Firebase', 'Multilingual Systems],myRole:Backend Laravel Developer,Description: I developed backend features for Ribu, a food ordering and rewards platform. My work included role and permission management, multilingual support, Firebase notifications, captain and restaurant management systems, reporting tools, and a gamified rewards system to increase user engagement.,};Educations
2019 - 2024
Bachelor Degree
Information Technology Engineering - AI Engineering Specialization - Damascus University
Apr 2023
HTML, CSS, Laravel, PHP Platform Certification
Cutshort
Mar 2023
English Certificate
EF-SET
Blogs
2 years ago
9
ERD & Relations
80 Min Read
Teaching newbies how to disect a project and know the models and their relations
1 years ago
8
Firebase Notification
1 Min Read
Personal Service for notifications shared with my subscribers after a day of trial and error.
1 years ago
36
Clean Architecture + Roles and permission
45 Min Read
Notes from my Telegram post covering clean architecture plus roles and permissions setup.