Building ThingsPeople Love
About Me
Student, developer & problem solver
I'm Shazad Arshad — a Computer Science student and freelance web developer based in Colombo, Sri Lanka. With 3+ years of hands-on experience I build fast, scalable web applications using React, Next.js and TypeScript — from pixel-perfect front-end interfaces to robust back-end APIs. I deliver end-to-end digital products that clients across the globe love to use.
Web Development
React, Next.js, TypeScript — fast, scalable, and built to last.
UI / UX Design
Intuitive, beautiful interfaces that users actually enjoy.
Backend & APIs
REST APIs and cloud-ready infrastructure that scales.
Responsive Design
Pixel-perfect on every screen — phone to widescreen.
Tech Stack
My Arsenal
Work
Selected Work
Task Management App
Kanban-style task boards with drag-and-drop, real-time updates via WebSocket, and team collaboration.
Weather Dashboard
Location-based weather app with 7-day forecast, animated condition icons, and OpenWeather API integration.
Finance Dashboard
Personal finance tracker with expense categorisation, budget alerts, and investment portfolio visualisations.
Design System
Reusable UI component library with design tokens, Storybook documentation, and accessibility-first approach.
Experience
My Journey
2022 — Present
Freelance Web Developer
Self-Employed · Remote
- Built custom websites for small to medium businesses across multiple industries.
- Implemented e-commerce solutions with payment integration via Stripe and PayPal.
- Ongoing maintenance and support for client websites, ensuring 99.9% uptime.
- Achieved 100% client satisfaction rate across all delivered projects.
Education
Academic Background
2020 — Present
Bachelor of ScienceComputer Science
University of Technology · Colombo, Sri Lanka
- GPA: 3.8 / 4.0
- Focus areas: Software Engineering, Web Technologies, Data Structures.
- Active member of the university tech society and coding club.
Certifications
Credentials & Courses
Contact
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