Software Engineer & Entrepreneur
Johor Bahru, Malaysia

I'm a 21 y/o third-year Software Engineering student at UTM with a passion for creating innovative solutions that solve real-world problems. I blend technical skills with entrepreneurial thinking to build products people love.
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Personalized recommendation platform built with MERN stack
Building a recommendation system that leverages user behavior and preferences to suggest personalized content. The application uses MongoDB for flexible data storage, Express and Node.js for a robust backend API, and React for a responsive frontend interface. Supabase Authentication is used for secure user authentication, and Python-based machine learning models are implemented to enhance recommendation accuracy. Local movie datasets are created and maintained for personalized suggestions.
PHP-based tool for effortless resume creation
Developed a web-based tool to create personalized condolence cards using Next.js and Tailwind CSS.Inspired by the loss of a best friend's parent, this tool was created to support grieving individuals by offering a heartfelt and meaningful way to express sympathy. Incorporated existing APIs such as Remove.bg to enhance functionality and streamline the user experience. Aimed at providing emotional support and fostering connections during times of grief, helping users express their condolences more thoughtfully.


Laravel-based system for streamlining school activity management
Developed a Laravel-based web application to streamline and optimize school co-curricular activity management, addressing inefficiencies in administrative workflows. Collaborated with a team of 3 developers, applying MVC architecture and Eloquent ORM for robust data handling and scalable design. Incorporated Factory Method, Observer, and Composite design patterns to enhance maintainability and modularity, ensuring a clean and extensible codebase. Streamlined administrative processes, saving over 6 hours weekly for school staff.

Web app for storing and categorizing academic resources
Developed 'StudySync,' a web app for storing and categorizing academic links shared by teachers or the academic office. The system allows students to access resources directly using their matriculation number, with links organized by semester and topic (e.g., timetable, registration). Built a responsive user interface using Vue.js and developed backend APIs with Perl for seamless functionality. Leveraged RESTful API principles, with testing conducted using cURL and Postman. Automated manual link-sharing workflows, enhancing accessibility and saving significant time for both students and staff.

PHP-based tool for effortless resume creation
Developed this project using pure PHP, where I explored its fundamentals during my first year before transitioning to frameworks. This tool enables users to effortlessly create professional resumes by automating PDF generation and ensuring structured formatting. Built with a dynamic interface using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, it reduces manual effort by 50%, showcasing practical skills and problem-solving.
University of Technology Malaysia
Bachelor of Computer Science (Software Engineering)
Matriculation Kelantan
Physical Science
SMK Bukit Bunga
Pure Science
A&W Food Services
Cashier and Customer Service
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