Alaa K.

Full-Stack & AI Developer | Laravel, React, Next.js | API Integration

I build business websites, SaaS applications, custom APIs, and practical AI integrations using Laravel, PHP, React, Next.js, Node.js, and Python. From a new website to an existing application that needs integrations or performance improvements, I help turn business requirements into maintainable software. I am a Senior Full-Stack Engineer and Tech Lead with 10+ years of experience working with startups and enterprises. My work covers frontend and backend development, payment integrations, admin dashboards, mobile applications, and cloud deployment. WHAT I CAN HELP YOU BUILD • Business websites: company and professional services websites, responsive interfaces, clear navigation, and content-driven pages. • Custom web applications and SaaS: subscriptions, billing, user management, admin dashboards, and internal business tools. • Backend and API development: Laravel/PHP systems, REST and GraphQL APIs, third-party integrations, queues, background jobs, and caching. • eCommerce and payments: checkout flows and integrations with Stripe, PayPal, HyperPay, ZainCash, and MEPS. • React and Next.js development: frontend implementation, application interfaces, and performance improvements. • React Native mobile apps with the backend services that support them. • Deployment and maintenance: AWS, DigitalOcean, Docker, CI/CD, troubleshooting, and application optimization. AI SOLUTIONS FOR BUSINESS • AI API integration: connect language-model capabilities to your website, SaaS product, or internal tools. • AI knowledge search: help teams search business documents and records with source references and appropriate access controls. • Document processing: extract, organize, and summarize information for review and downstream workflows. • Workflow automation: connect AI-assisted search, content processing, and reporting with existing business systems. I start with a focused use case and agree how to evaluate answer quality, data access, cost, and the steps that require human review. SELECTED WORK My portfolio includes the Taazur Group corporate website and the MindzLabs software services website. My completed Upwork projects include company website development and Sonata Project extensions/API programming, both with 5-star client feedback. TECHNOLOGIES Laravel, PHP, React, Next.js, Node.js, Python, React Native, Tailwind CSS, shadcn/ui, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, AWS, DigitalOcean, Docker, Nginx, and Apache. HOW I WORK I start by clarifying the business goal, scope, and acceptance criteria. You receive practical technical recommendations, progress updates, and documented handover. I can take ownership of an agreed project or contribute to your existing development team. I am a Zend Certified Engineer and communicate in English and Arabic. Send me a message on Upwork with what you want to build or improve, your current stack, and your target timeline.