Full-Stack Developer

Modern web apps.Built end to end.

Syed Zain QalandarHi, I’m Syed Zain Qalandar.

I develop responsive web applications, SaaS dashboards, and secure APIs with React, Next.js, and Node.js. Three years of experience connecting polished interfaces with reliable backend systems.

  • React.js
  • Next.js
  • TypeScript
  • Node.js
  • MongoDB

Open to opportunities/Sheikhupura, Pakistan

React / Next.js / MERNWeb applications · APIs · DashboardsExplore projects
3Years of Development Experience
50+Projects Contributed To
114Surahs on Read Al Quran

01 / Portfolio

Selected projects.

Independent products and contributions to SaaS platforms, with a focus on usable interfaces and reliable application workflows.

More on GitHub

6 projects

LeadFlow Mini CRM project preview
MERN

LeadFlow Mini CRM

A lead management system connecting WordPress enquiry forms with a Node.js and MongoDB backend, a React CRM dashboard, and Angular insights. Includes JWT authentication, automatic lead scoring, duplicate prevention, pipeline tracking, search and status filters, and CSV export.

  • React
  • Angular
  • Node.js
  • Express.js
  • MongoDB
  • TypeScript
  • WordPress
  • PHP
  • REST API
  • JWT
ERPfy project preview
Next.js

Team contribution · Restaurant operations

ERPfy

Contributed to a large-scale platform managing restaurant sales, orders, reservations, inventory, transactions, and staff operations. Built KPI dashboards, reports, analytics, and location/date filters with server-side data fetching.

  • Next.js
  • TypeScript
  • Redux Toolkit
  • Server-side Data
  • Dynamic Imports
Propteq project preview
Next.js

Team contribution · Real estate CRM

Propteq

Contributed to a real estate platform spanning listings, leads, enquiries, sales, marketing, contacts, and agency management. Built reusable listings, advanced search, filters, pagination, assignments, and API-integrated workflows.

  • Next.js
  • TypeScript
  • SSR
  • Caching
  • REST APIs
  • Dynamic Imports
NeighborLend project preview
Next.js

Independent product · Community marketplace

NeighborLend

A full-stack community lending marketplace where neighbors can list useful items, discover nearby listings, and manage every stage of a borrowing request.

  • Next.js 16
  • React 19
  • Express
  • MongoDB
  • TypeScript
  • Gemini AI

Key features & contributions

  • JWT authentication with protected item management and owner workflows
  • Search, category filters, pagination, and a full request lifecycle from pending to returned
  • Gemini-powered item description enhancement for clearer listings
ProofFolio project preview
Next.js

Independent product · Social proof platform

ProofFolio

A full-stack platform that helps freelancers turn completed work into case studies, collect client testimonials, and publish a credible public profile.

  • Next.js 16
  • React 19
  • Express
  • MongoDB
  • Cloudinary
  • Gemini AI

Key features & contributions

  • Case study management with screenshot uploads and Cloudinary image storage
  • Shareable client links with testimonial approval and moderation workflows
  • AI-assisted project stories and concise testimonial highlights for public profiles
Syed Zain Qalandar
Syed Zain QalandarZQ / 01

React · Next.js · MERN

02 / About me

Full-stack development, from UI to API.

I’m Syed Zain Qalandar, a full-stack developer based in Sheikhupura, Pakistan. I build web products that bring together responsive interfaces, secure backend services, and practical business workflows.

My work includes restaurant analytics, real estate CRM workflows, and Read Al Quran, an independent platform with a secure admin dashboard. Across these projects, I focus on reusable components, reliable data flows, and application performance.

  • Advanced Next.js rendering with SSR, SSG, and ISR.
  • Reusable React architecture and REST API integration.
  • JWT authentication and role-based authorization.
  • Performance, technical SEO, and responsive UX.
EducationBS Information TechnologyPunjab University · 2021–2025
LocationSheikhupura, PakistanExperience with remote teams
Experience3 years50+ project contributions
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03 / Expertise

Web development expertise.

From frontend implementation to backend integration, I build the systems that support a complete web product.

01

Full-Stack Development

Web applications built with React, Next.js, Node.js, and MongoDB, connecting reusable interfaces with database-driven functionality.

02

Frontend Engineering

Responsive interfaces translated from Figma into reusable components, with consistent styling and cross-browser support.

03

APIs & Authentication

REST APIs with JWT authentication, role-based permissions, input validation, and structured error handling.

04

Performance Optimization

Next.js rendering, code splitting, lazy loading, and image optimization for faster pages and stronger technical SEO.

Technology stack

Technical skills.

The technologies I use to build interfaces, backend services, and complete web applications.

Frontend

  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • React.js
  • Next.js
  • ES6+
  • SSR / SSG / ISR

Backend & Databases

  • Node.js
  • Express.js
  • MongoDB
  • Mongoose
  • PostgreSQL
  • REST APIs
  • JWT authentication
  • Role-based access

UI & Styling

  • Tailwind CSS
  • Chakra UI
  • Material UI
  • Framer Motion
  • Rizz UI
  • Figma
  • Figma to code
  • Responsive interfaces

State & Data

  • Redux Toolkit
  • Context API
  • Axios
  • Zod
  • Forms
  • API integration
  • Form validation

Tools & Deployment

  • Git
  • GitHub
  • Docker
  • Postman
  • Vercel
  • Render

Code Quality & AI Tools

  • ESLint
  • Prettier
  • Stylelint
  • Cursor
  • OpenAI Codex

04 / Career

Professional experience.

Jan 2026 — PresentRemote

Independent MERN Development

Independent Projects
  • Building full-stack applications that connect React and Next.js interfaces with Node.js, Express, and MongoDB services.
  • Implementing secure REST APIs with JWT authentication, role-based access, validation, and structured error handling.
  • React.js
  • Next.js
  • Node.js
  • Express.js
  • MongoDB
  • JWT
Jun 2025 — May 2026South Australia · Remote

MERN Stack Developer

  • Developed full-stack SaaS and business applications, including reusable dashboards, analytics, reports, and filtering workflows.
  • Built and integrated REST APIs for authentication, authorization, CRUD operations, and MongoDB data management with Mongoose.
  • Improved performance and SEO with Next.js rendering, dynamic imports, image optimization, and efficient state management.
  • Next.js
  • React.js
  • Node.js
  • Express.js
  • MongoDB
  • Mongoose
Mar 2022 — Feb 2024Sheikhupura, Pakistan · On-site

Frontend Engineer

  • Built responsive business websites and dashboard interfaces with React, Tailwind CSS, and Material UI, translating Figma designs into reusable components.
  • Connected interfaces to REST APIs and managed application state, dynamic data, and cross-browser behavior.
  • React.js
  • Tailwind CSS
  • Material UI
  • Figma to Code
  • REST APIs

05 / Working together

Frequently asked questions.

Find answers to common questions about my services, process, and expertise.

Get In Touch
01What is your typical project timeline?

Project timelines vary depending on complexity and scope. A simple landing page might take 1-2 weeks, while a full-featured web application can take 2-3 months. I provide realistic estimates after understanding your requirements.

02Do you offer maintenance and support?

Yes! I offer post-launch support and maintenance packages. This includes bug fixes, updates, performance optimization, and feature enhancements to keep your application running smoothly.

03What technologies do you specialize in?

I specialize in the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js) and modern tools like Next.js, Tailwind CSS, and Framer Motion. I'm always learning new technologies to provide the best solutions.

04Can you work with existing codebases?

Absolutely! I can integrate with existing projects, refactor code, improve performance, or add new features to existing applications. I'm comfortable working with legacy code and modernizing it.

05Do you sign NDAs?

Yes, I'm happy to sign NDAs and confidentiality agreements to protect your project information and intellectual property.

06What's your communication style?

I believe in clear and transparent communication. I provide regular updates, welcome feedback, and am available for meetings via video call, email, or messaging platforms as needed.

06 / Contact

Let’s discuss your project.Let’s work together.

Available for full-stack roles, web development projects, and product collaborations.

Open to opportunities

LocationSheikhupura, Pakistan

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