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based in Reggio Emilia, Italy.

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Im Francesco Meli, a Full Stack Engineer

Passionate Web Developer with over a decade of experience in frontend and backend development, skilled in React, Django, PostgreSQL, and Docker. I excel in delivering scalable web applications, from developing IoT data loggers to leading frontend development. As a Senior Fullstack Engineer, I created innovative solutions for a popular app, ensuring efficient deployment with React, TypeScript, CI/CD pipelines, and Docker. Additionally, I developed a seamless frontend for an insurance purchase section, collaborating on intuitive API design.

I am now seeking freelance projects where I can leverage my diverse skills and passion for web development. With a strong foundation in both frontend and backend development and a commitment to continuous learning, I am excited to bring my expertise to new and challenging opportunities.

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16+

Years Experiance

29+

Technologies Used

9+

Projects Done

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What I Do?

Frontend Development

Developed and maintained web applications using ReactJS, Angular, and TypeScript. Ensured cross-browser compatibility and applied best practices in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Full Stack Development

Designed and developed applications with React Native, Ionic, Node.js, and Express. Implemented CI/CD pipelines for streamlined development and high-quality releases.

UI/UX Design

Created user-centric designs, conducted usability testing, and developed wireframes and user flows to enhance the overall user experience.

Application Architecture

Architected scalable web applications with Django and Node.js. Developed RESTful APIs and leveraged Docker for efficient deployment.

DevOps & CI/CD

Automated deployment processes using GitHub Actions and Gitlab Pipelines. Dockerized applications to ensure consistency across environments.

Database Management

Managed and optimized PostgreSQL, InfluxDB, and Redis databases. Designed data models for efficient storage and retrieval.

API Development & Integration

Developed and maintained RESTful APIs, ensuring secure integration with third-party services and enhancing application functionality.

Summary

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My Experience

2021-04 current

Senior Fullstack Lead Engineer

Growens S.p.A

Leading frontend development for BeeFree, a drag-and-drop email builder serving 230K+ users, while mentoring a team of 3 frontend engineers.
Architected and implemented critical infrastructure improvements including complete store migration to Zustand, React Router 6 upgrade, and BeeFree SDK integration rewrite.
Developed internal MCP agent to automate email building workflows and created Slack automation to streamline PR review process.
Applying ShapeUp product development methodology to deliver high-impact features with predictable 6-week cycles.

2023-10 2023-12

Senior Frontend Engineer

The Connected Pet Company, LLC

Developed the comprehensive frontend pet insurance purchase section, ensuring a seamless user experience and effective communication of policy details and options.
Actively collaborated with backend developers to devise an intuitive API set, fostering ease of use and efficient integration.

2022-05 2023-09

Senior Frontend Engineer

Fees

Spearheaded the migration of feesCAN codebase from JavaScript to Python.
Dockerized all web applications and established comprehensive CI automation, leveraging GitHub Actions integrated with Portainer for streamlined building and deployment.
Provided ongoing support for bug fixes and seamlessly implemented minor features.

My Education

2011-09 2013-07

Bachelor of Science: Computer Engineering

Università Degli Studi Di Parma

Parma, Italy

Thesis: "Design and implementation of an automated camera Dolly cart" - Designed and built a specialized filmmaking equipment for smooth camera movement. Supervised by Prof. Aurelio Piazzi and Prof. Luca Consoli.

2009-09 2011-09

Associate of Science: Computer Engineering

San Diego City College

San Diego

Core computer science fundamentals including programming, mathematics, and computer architecture.

2009-09 2011-09

TOEFL: English

Kaplan Aspect

San Diego

Intensive English language proficiency program.

Expertise

My Skills

Docker 90%

Python 85%

React 85%

CI/CD 80%

Django 75%

PostgreSQL 75%

TypeScript 60%

Restful API 60%

AWS 60%

Temporal 50%

Cypress 50%

PHP 45%

Redis 30%

InfluxDB 30%

Angular 30%

Ionic 30%

Express 20%

jQuery 20%

mySQL 20%

C# 15%

MSSQL 15%

Subversion 15%

Laravel 10%

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Testimonial

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Rick Faucher Chief Partnerships Officer

“Francesco was exceptional in tackling a big project in a small amount of time for us. He was efficient and very knowledgeable in connecting a new website front-end through middleware to the backend API engine. His troubleshooting and QA skills were put to task and he rose to the challenge with ease. I wouldn't hesitate to add him to another project or a dev team in the future.”

Ian Baker Fullstack Software Engineer

“I can enthusiastically recommend Francesco as a Software Engineer! I had the pleasure of collaborating with him at The Connected Pet Company, where his expertise with front end technologies like React proved invaluable, allowing us to iterate quickly and meet a tight deadline. Francesco consistently delivers high-quality solutions and demonstrates a strong ability to juggle business, product, and technological challenges. His professionalism and dedication make him a valuable asset to any team.”

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Reggio Emilia,
Italy

+39 340 238 0765

iamfrancescomeli@gmail.com

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