Virender Singh

Professional Summary:

I am a dedicated and detail-oriented PHP developer with over five years of hands-on experience in web application development and backend programming. Since beginning my career in 2019, I have gained comprehensive expertise in building, maintaining, and optimizing dynamic web applications using modern PHP frameworks. My core strength lies in creating efficient, scalable, and secure applications while ensuring clean, maintainable code that aligns with best industry practices.

Over the years, I have developed and maintained a variety of projects across different domains, enabling me to build a solid understanding of both frontend and backend development processes, database design, and RESTful API integration.

Technical Experience:

PHP Development:
Proficient in PHP with strong command over object-oriented programming (OOP), MVC architecture, and core PHP functions. I consistently apply secure coding practices and performance optimization techniques in every project I work on.
Frameworks:
Laravel (Versions 11 & 12): Extensive experience in developing full-stack web applications, integrating third-party packages, queue management, job scheduling, and Laravel Sanctum for API authentication.
CodeIgniter 4: Skilled in rapid application development using CodeIgniter 4, including route handling, model-view-controller design, and custom libraries/helpers.
CakePHP 5: Good working knowledge of CakePHP 5, especially in areas like ORM, baking, scaffolding, and migration handling.
Database Management:
Strong experience in MySQL, including complex query building, stored procedures, indexing for performance, database normalization, and relational schema design.
Familiar with database backup strategies, optimization, and version control using tools like phpMyAdmin, Sequel Pro, and CLI.
Frontend & Scripting:
Proficient in jQuery for DOM manipulation, AJAX calls, form validation, and enhancing user interactivity.
Working knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, and integrating with Bootstrap or similar UI frameworks for responsive design.
Version Control & Tools:
Experienced with Git for source control, Composer for dependency management, and development environments like XAMPP, Laragon, and Docker.
Professional Traits:
Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.
Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams including designers, QA engineers, and project managers.
Effective communicator with the ability to clearly translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Self-motivated, quick learner, and passionate about writing clean, maintainable code that meets both user and business requirements.
Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing: In addition to my development work, I enjoy sharing my knowledge and helping others grow. I have a natural ability to explain complex technical concepts in simple terms, and I’m always open to teaching teammates or junior developers to strengthen the overall skill set of the team.