Architecting Modern Web Experiences with React & PHP/Laravel

Senior Web Developer focused on building high-performance applications with React and Laravel. With 13+ years of experience, I specialize in bridging the gap between complex backend logic and intuitive, state-driven user interfaces.

React & Front-End

Building high-performance, component-based UIs with React, Redux, and modern hooks for seamless user interactions.

PHP & Laravel

Architecting robust, secure servers and RESTful APIs using Laravel's ecosystem for scalable business solutions.

AI & Automation

Integrating LLMs and prompt engineering to automate complex workflows and enhance application intelligence.

QA & Optimization

Ensuring system reliability through rigorous testing and performance fine-tuning for high-load environments.

Based in Latvia, I help companies turn ambitious concepts into production-ready software. Whether it's custom React development, Laravel backend scaling, or technical consulting—I deliver results that drive growth.

Status: Fully committed to current role

Experience

February 2011 — Present

I've been working on the web for over 14 years, and I still ♥ it.

  • Using PHP Frameworks - Laravel
  • JavaScript Frameworks - React, Vue.js, Alpine.js and libraries - jQuery
  • HTML/CSS libraries - Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS
  • High Load project developing
  • Can code without frameworks / can understand and fix old or bad written code.
  • Web Server setup and management - Apache, Nginx, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Cron Jobs, Backups
  • Server, website and database optimization and security
  • CI/CD pipelines & Workers
  • iOS and Android app creating with Flutter, Arduino coding etc.

Skills

Programming Languages & Tools
  • HTML 5
  • CSS3
  • PHP
  • React
  • Flutter
  • Laravel
  • Bootstrap
  • JavaScript
  • Vue.js
  • PostgreSQL
  • Redis
  • Tailwind
Front-End
  • High-class HTML/CSS markup (Bootstrap/Tailwind)
  • LESS/SCSS
  • Convert PSD/Figma/Zeplin to high quality HTML
  • Mobile-First, Responsive Design
  • Javascript (React, Vue, Alpine JS) for interfaces and single-page applications
  • Performance analysis
  • SEO, Cross Browser compatibility testing, QA & Debugging
  • On-going support, maintenance and enhancements
Back-End
  • Laravel, CakePHP or other frameworks
  • Flutter with Dart for mobile app development
  • NW.js
  • MySQL, MariaDB database administration, optimization
  • REST APIs, AI Development (LLMs, Prompt Engineering)
  • Memcached & Redis for caching
  • Using GitHub/GitLab for version control
  • High availability
  • Automated Backups
  • On-going maintenance and enhancements, errors detecting and fix

Professional Interests

Beyond engineering, I believe in a holistic approach to productivity and technical excellence.

Active Performance

Regular biking and running to maintain the focus and endurance required for long-term project success.

Continuous Growth

Dedicated time for exploring early-stage technologies and staying ahead of the web development curve.

Global Perspectives

Travel and remote collaboration to understand diverse user needs and international market trends.

Let's build something exceptional together

Looking for a technical partner or senior developer to scale your project? Let's discuss how my experience can drive your success.

webstarty@gmail.com