Allen Christopher Aduan
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Backend and Full-Stack Developer with 5+ years of experience building scalable web applications and RESTful APIs using PHP, Laravel, and CodeIgniter. Strong focus on database performance optimization, clean architecture, and delivering secure, maintainable systems for high-traffic environments serving thousands of users. Currently expanding expertise in modern JavaScript technologies, including React.js, Express.js, and NoSQL databases, to contribute across the full stack.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Web Developer
42 International DMCC
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
10.2022 - 01.2026
- Develop and maintain high-performance web applications using PHP and CodeIgniter with focus on clean architecture, security, and scalability for thousands of users.
- Build and integrate RESTful APIs and third-party services to enhance system interoperability and support new business features.
- Implemented version control with Git, enabling efficient collaboration and streamlined development workflows.
- Optimized database queries using Eloquent ORM, indexing, and caching to improve application performance and reduce page load times.
- Maintain and secure legacy CodeIgniter applications by applying regular updates, refactoring critical modules, and implementing performance and security improvements.
- Debug and modernize existing projects by introducing contemporary coding standards and best practices, reducing production issues and improving maintainability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (product, operations, and non-technical teams) to translate requirements into technical solutions and deliver features on time.
Software Developer
H2 Software Consulting Services Inc.
Pasig, Philippines
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Delivered full-stack web applications using Laravel, CodeIgniter, PHP, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, ensuring seamless integration between front-end and back-end components.
- Developed responsive, user-friendly interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Tailwind CSS, jQuery, and AJAX to improve usability and accessibility for end users.
- Utilized debugging tools and structured testing to identify and resolve issues before deployment, improving application stability and user experience.
- Led development of custom Employee Record System (ERS), including architecture, implementation, and deployment, supporting thousands of employee records and internal workflows.
- Optimized database queries and server-side logic to improve performance and handle increased user traffic, contributing to faster response times and better reliability.
- Collaborated directly with clients to gather requirements, prepare technical specifications, and deliver tailored solutions aligned with business needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Rizal System
Rizal, Philippines 06.2015 - 04.2019
Skills
- PHP (Laravel and CodeIgniter)
- JavaScript and jQuery
- HTML5 and CSS3
- Git version control
- RESTful API development
- MySQL and MongoDB
- Expressjs (foundational)
- Reactjs (foundational)
- Tailwind CSS, jQuery, AJAX, responsive UI development
- Postman for API testing
- Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
Accomplishments
- Certificate of Recognition Dean's Lister (04/2019)
- Certificate of Completion Flutter and Dart 2020 (Udemy)
LANGUAGES
English - Full Professional Proficiency
Upper intermediate
B2
Filipino - Native or Bilingual Proficiency
Master or proficient
C2
INTERESTS
Music, Cooking, Coding
Timeline
Web Developer
42 International DMCC
10.2022 - 01.2026
Software Developer
H2 Software Consulting Services Inc.
03.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Rizal System
06.2015 - 04.2019