AFZAL HABIB

Lead Full Stack Engineer & System Architect

+92 323 1103430afzalhaabib786@gmail.comHarbanspura, Lahore, Pakistan

www.linkedin.com/in/afzalhabibdev https://github.com/AfzalHabibi

Lead Full-Stack Engineer & System Architect with 6+ years of experience designing and delivering scalable web and mobile systems. Specialized in Next.js, NestJS, Python, FastAPI, and MERN/PERN stacks with strong expertise in building enterprise-grade ERP/CRM platforms, e-commerce systems, real-time applications, and AI-powered integrations. Focused on system architecture, software Engineering practices, and translating complex business requirements into reliable, scalable software solutions.

Professional Experience

Lead Full Stack Developer

Spell Link Pvt Ltd · New York, USA

Feb 2025 - Present

Leading and shipping TravelTourUp — travel booking for flights, hotels, and rental cars (Next.js, Supabase, Duffel, CarTrawler)
Leading CarHub — Car Rental & Sale marketplace where sellers list vehicles for sale or rent and customers book securely
Leading estimation-company CRM in Laravel with full sales workflow, client portal, and integrated chat

Senior Full Stack Developer

Digi Era Pro · New York, USA

Sep 2024 - Feb 2025

Lead development of enterprise ERP/CRM system with 13+ integrated modules
Implemented real-time communication(whatsapp and slack inspired) using Supabase WebSockets
Managed 9-stage workflow from lead generation to project completion

Full Stack Developer

Devgiant · Lahore

Fab 2023 - Sep 2024

Developed e-commerce and real estate platforms
Built inventory systems with real-time tracking
Created secure APIs with Node.js/Express.js

Frontend Developer

Heapware Technologies · Lahore

Jan 2022 - Jan 2023

Built React web apps and real estate sites with modern UI

MERN Stack Developer

Corelogix · Gulberg, Lahore

Fab 2020 - Dec 2021

Built frontend projects and learned modern dev practices

Education

BS Software Engineering

University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore

2019 - 2023

FSc Pre-Engineering

Faizaia Inter College

2017 - 2019

Certifications

MERN Stack Development

House of Professional · Mar 2019

MERN Stack Development

Ideoversity · Apr 2020

AI Automation & Workflow Engineering

Udemy · Nov 2023

Languages

EnglishProfessional

UrduNative

PunjabiNative

Tools

GitGitLabDockerCI/CD PipelineFigmaVercelGithub CopilotCursorOpenAI API

Core Competencies

Full Stack DevelopmentMERN Stack DevelopmentPython DevelopmentAI IntegrationSystem ArchitectureDatabase DesignReal-time ApplicationsMobile DevelopmentPayment Integration

AFZAL HABIB

Lead Full Stack Engineer & System Architect

afzalhaabib786@gmail.com

+92 323 1103430 |https://afzalhabib.com/

Technical Skills

Frontend Development

Languages & Core

HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript

Expert • 6 years experience

Frameworks & Libraries

React.js, Next.js, Redux Toolkit, Context API

Expert • 5 years experience

Styling Frameworks

Tailwind CSS, Bootstrap, ShadCN UI, Radix UI, Styled Components

Expert • 6 years experience

Animation & Motion

Framer Motion, GSAP, Lenis, CSS Animations

Advanced • 4 years experience

State Management

Redux, Redux Toolkit, Context API

Advanced • 4 years experience

Backend Development

Runtime & Frameworks

Node.js, Express.js, Nest.js, Python, FastAPI, Core PHP, REST APIs

Advanced • 6 years experience

Python & FastAPI

Python, FastAPI, Pydantic, Async APIs, Background Tasks

Advanced • 2 years experience

Authentication & Security

JWT, NextAuth.js, OAuth2, SHA-1 , bcrypt, 2FA

Advanced • 5 years experience

Real-time Communication

Socket.io, WebSockets, Supabase Realtime

Advanced • 4 years experience

API Development

RESTful APIs, Middleware, Validation , Error Handling

Advanced • 5 years experience

Database & Storage

NoSQL Databases

MongoDB, MongoDB Atlas, Aggregation Pipelines

Advanced • 5 years experience

SQL Databases

MySQL, PostgreSQL, Complex Queries, Optimization

Advanced • 5 years experience

ORM & BaaS

Prisma ORM, Supabase, Mongoose ODM

Advanced • 4 years experience

Mobile Development

Cross-Platform Framework

React Native, Expo, EAS Build, OTA Updates

Advanced • 4 years experience

Navigation & Storage

React Navigation, Redux

Advanced • 4 years experience

Native Features

Camera, Push Notifications, Deep Linking

Advanced • 4 years experience

Third-Party Integrations

AI Integration

OpenAI API, LLM Integration, AI Assistants

Advanced • 2 years experience

Payment Gateways

Squareup,Stripe, Webhooks,

Advanced • 5 years experience

Cloud Services

AWS S3, CDN, Google APIs, SendGrid, AWS SES

Advanced • 5 years experience

Shipping & Email

Shippo,SendGrid, AWS SES , Email Templates, Automation

Advanced • 5 years experience

DevOps & Tools

Version Control

Git, GitHub, GitLab, Branching Strategies

Expert • 6 years experience

Deployment & CI/CD

Docker, Vercel, Digital Ocean, GitHub Actions

Advanced • 5 years experience

Design & Documentation

Figma, Postman, Technical Writing , Prompt Engineering

Advanced • 6 years experience

AFZAL HABIB

Lead Full Stack Engineer & System Architect

afzalhaabib786@gmail.com

+92 323 1103430 |https://afzalhabib.com/

Key Projects

Leading full-stack delivery at Spell Link Pvt Ltd — TravelTourUp, CarHub, and estimation CRM.

TravelTourUp (https://www.traveltourup.com)

Travel Booking Platform (Flights, Hotels & Cars)

Founder & Lead Full Stack Developer · Spell Link Pvt Ltd

Oct 2025 - Present

Full-featured travel booking platform where users book flights, hotels, and rental cars from one interface. API-driven architecture focused on performance, reliability, and a smooth end-to-end experience from search to confirmation.

Next.jsSupabase (Auth & Database)ResendDuffel (Flights & Hotels)CarTrawler (Car Rentals)

Designed overall system architecture and led delivery from planning through production deployment
Integrated third-party travel APIs for flights, hotels, and car rentals with resilient error handling
Built frontend and backend features end-to-end, including auth, booking flows, and transactional email
Implemented Supabase-backed authentication, persistence, and secure access patterns across booking journeys
Configured Resend for transactional emails (confirmations, updates) with reliable templating and delivery
Tuned search-to-checkout UX and API usage for responsive results pages and fewer abandoned sessions
Established a consistent API integration layer with retries, timeouts, and structured logging for Duffel and CarTrawler
Normalized itinerary, passenger, and rental-driver data across suppliers before persisting confirmed bookings
Shipped mobile-first, responsive UI with clear itinerary review, pricing breakdowns, and accessible form patterns
Applied environment-based configuration, least-privilege credentials, and strict separation of test vs production keys

CarHub (https://carhub.pk)

Car Sale & Rental Marketplace

Lead Full Stack Developer · Spell Link Pvt Ltd

Aug 2025 - Nov 2025

Car Rental & Sale marketplace where registered users create accounts, list vehicles for sale or rent, and buyers or renters discover listings and complete bookings. Emphasis on trust, clear listing workflows, and a straightforward customer journey.

Next.jsNestJSPostgreSQLTypeScriptJavaScriptREST APIsTailwind CSS

Implemented account onboarding, profiles, and role-aware access for sellers and customers
Built listing management for sale and rental inventory with media, pricing, and availability
Developed booking and enquiry flows so customers can reserve or request vehicles from active listings
Shipped admin and moderation tools to keep listings quality high and disputes low
Delivered discovery with search, filters, and sorting so buyers can narrow by price, location, and vehicle type
Hardened forms, validation, and Next.js security defaults (CSRF, policies, guarded routes) across the marketplace
Designed PostgreSQL schema and indexes for high-traffic marketplace queries (geo, price bands, make/model, availability)
Built seller dashboards for listing performance, enquiries, and booking funnel visibility
Implemented validated media uploads, organized storage, and thumbnail generation for multi-photo vehicle galleries
Added email notifications for new enquiries, booking status changes, and listing approvals or rejections

Estimation Company CRM (Not Public)

CRM with Client Portal & Chat

Lead Full Stack Developer · Spell Link Pvt Ltd

Feb 2025 - Jul 2025

End-to-end Laravel CRM tailored for an estimation business: leads, quotes, jobs, documents, and reporting, plus a dedicated client portal and real-time chat so staff and clients stay aligned without email overload.

LaravelPHPMySQLWebSockets / RealtimeBladeJavaScript

Modeled CRM entities and permissions for estimators, managers, and client-facing users
Delivered client portal for estimates, approvals, file exchange, and status visibility
Integrated in-app chat for fast clarification between teams and clients on active jobs
Built dashboards and exports for pipeline visibility and operational reporting
Implemented lead-to-quote-to-job workflows with stage tracking, assignments, and audit-friendly history
Centralized documents and revision context so estimates, drawings, and approvals stay attached to the right job
Shipped quote versioning with readable change history so everyone aligns on scope, line items, and totals
Added tasks, due dates, and clear ownership handoffs between estimators and coordinators on active opportunities
Implemented role-scoped notifications for portal replies, approvals, and escalations so nothing sits unread in email
Used soft deletes, immutable activity timelines, and consistent audit fields for handovers and dispute review

AFZAL HABIB

Lead Full Stack Engineer & System Architect

afzalhaabib786@gmail.com

+92 323 1103430 |https://afzalhabib.com/

Key Projects

Depllc ERP/CRM System (Not Public)

Lead Full-Stack Developer & System Architect

Sep 2024 - Jan 2025

Enterprise-grade ERP/CRM with 13+ modules including lead management, project tracking, real-time communication, and role-based permissions for complex business workflows.

Next.jsTypeScriptMongoDBSupabaseRedux ToolkitAWS S3Socket.ioPythonFastAPIOpenAI API

Architected complete system with 13+ interconnected modules
Implemented multi-tier authentication with 2FA for admin and employees
Built dynamic role management system with hierarchical permissions
Developed 9-stage workflow process from lead to project completion
Integrated Supabase for real-time communication and notifications
Implemented secure file storage with AWS S3 and document version control
Designed client portal for project visibility and communication
Integrated Python/FastAPI microservices and OpenAI API for AI-assisted workflows

E-Commerce Platform (MERN Stack) (https://pg-shop.cognitivebeam.com/)

Full-Stack Developer

Jun 2024 - Aug 2024

Full-featured e-commerce solution with product catalog, shopping cart, secure checkout, and admin dashboard for inventory management.

ReactNode.jsExpress.jsMongoDBSquareupShippoRedux

Developed complete user authentication system with JWT
Built responsive product listing with search and filtering
Implemented shopping cart with session persistence
Integrated Squareup payment gateway for secure transactions
Created admin dashboard for product and order management
Built order history and tracking system

Inventory Management System (Not Public)

Full-Stack Developer

Feb 2024 - Jun 2024

Comprehensive inventory tracking with supplier management, automated alerts, and role-based access control.

MERNMySQLPrisma ORMBootstrapSocket.ioJWT

Designed and implemented complete database schema
Built inventory tracking system with real-time updates
Developed automated low-stock alert system
Implemented comprehensive reporting with export functionality
Built role-based access control for different user levels
Created audit logging for inventory transactions

Point of Sale (POS) System (Not Public)

Full-Stack Developer

Jan 2024

Professional POS for retail with fast checkout, barcode support, invoice generation, and sales analytics.

Core PHPMySQLJavaScriptBootstrapTCPDF

Developed fast and responsive sales processing interface
Implemented product management with product recipies
Built automated invoice generation with PDF export
Implemented sales analytics and reporting dashboard

AFZAL HABIB

Lead Full Stack Engineer & System Architect

afzalhaabib786@gmail.com

+92 323 1103430 |https://afzalhabib.com/

Additional Projects

E-Commerce Mobile App (Not Public)

Mobile Developer

Sep 2023 - Dec 2023

Cross-platform shopping app with product catalog, cart, and secure payment processing.

React NativeExpoRedux

Developed cross-platform app for iOS and Android
Implemented smooth navigation with React Navigation
Built product catalog with infinite scroll
Created shopping cart with persistent storage
Integrated secure payment processing
Implemented push notifications for order updates
Optimized performance for smooth user experience
Built user profile and order history features
Developed search and filtering functionality
Created wishlist and favorites feature

Inventory Mobile App (Not Public)

Mobile Developer

May - Aug 2023

Mobile inventory management with barcode scanning and offline-first architecture.

React NativeExpoRedux

Developed cross-platform mobile app with React Native
Implemented barcode scanning with Expo Camera
Built offline-first architecture with SQLite
Created real-time stock tracking system
Developed supplier management module
Implemented automated low-stock alerts
Built comprehensive reporting with export functionality
Created data synchronization mechanism
Implemented user authentication and role-based access control
Built user profile and order history features

Real Estate Website (Not Public)

Frontend Developer

2023

Modern property showcase with advanced filtering, image galleries, Google Maps integration, and SEO optimization.

HTML5CSS3JavaScriptBootstrapFigma

Designed and developed fully responsive layout
Implemented advanced property filtering system
Created interactive image galleries with lightbox
Integrated Google Maps for property locations
Built contact forms with validation
Optimized images and performance for fast loading
Implemented SEO best practices
Collaborated with designers using Figma

AFZAL HABIB

Lead Full Stack Engineer & System Architect

afzalhaabib786@gmail.com

+92 323 1103430 |https://afzalhabib.com/

More Projects

CE Prop Real Estate Website (https://www.ceprop.co.za)

Frontend Developer & Backend Integration

2022

Comprehensive real estate platform with property listings, agent management, and enquiry forms

BootstrapEJSJavaScriptCSS3HTML5Font AwesomeNode.jsExpress.js

Developed complete frontend using Bootstrap from scratch
Implemented responsive navigation with dropdown menus
Created dynamic property grid pages with filtering
Built agent listing and profile pages
Integrated enquiry forms for property sales/rentals
Ensured cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness

Pentz Properties Real Estate Website (https://www.pentzproperties.com/)

Frontend Developer & Backend Integration

2022

Professional real estate platform with property search, sold listings, and comprehensive tools

BootstrapEJSJavaScriptCSS3HTML5Font AwesomeNode.jsExpress.js

Developed complete frontend using Bootstrap from scratch
Implemented property search with sale and rental categories
Created sold properties tracking page
Built tools section with calculators and property listing forms
Developed news section with email newsletter integration

To Be Real Estate Website (https://www.toberealestate.com/)

Frontend Developer & Backend Integration

2022

Advanced real estate platform with comprehensive property categories and interactive features

BootstrapEJSJavaScriptCSS3HTML5Font AwesomeNode.jsExpress.js

Developed complete frontend using Bootstrap from scratch
Implemented complex multi-level navigation with sub-menus
Created property category pages (Buy, Sell, Rent, Commercial, Off-Plan)
Built interactive sub-menu with images and contact links
Developed team section with agent grid and studio information
Created responsive design with custom styling and Font Awesome icons

Buildwise Estimators Website (https://buildwise-estimators.com/)

Frontend Developer

2021

Professional construction estimating website with service listings, project portfolios, and contact forms

HTML5CSS3JavaScriptGSAPFont AwesomeTawk.to

Developed complete frontend using HTML5 and CSS3 from scratch
Integrating Tawk.to live chat functionality
Implemented responsive navigation with mobile hamburger menu
Developed about, testimonials, and footer sections
Implemented GSAP animations for smooth user experience
Ensured cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness

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