Aziz J. Kamara
About Me
I’m a self-driven, full-stack developer with a unique mix of technical fluency, sales experience, and creative leadership. After nearly a decade in financial services, hospitality, and design, I pivoted into software development, dedicating thousands of hours to mastering full-stack engineering. Since then, I’ve shipped features for production-level applications, mentored junior developers, and built projects of my own from the ground up.
What sets me apart is the ability to translate between worlds: I can break down complex technical problems for non-technical stakeholders, or frame business objectives into clear, actionable solutions for engineering teams. In past roles I’ve built systems that reduced errors and boosted customer satisfaction, developed client relationships in regulated industries, and launched tools that streamlined internal operations. Whether coding, leading, or selling, I focus on results that serve people first.
Grounded in values of grit, adaptability, and community, I thrive where innovation meets impact. I’m eager to collaborate with people and teams who value growth and meaningful outcomes — whether that means winning clients, shipping code, or building solutions that last.
Technical Expertise
Languages, Libraries, Frameworks, & Database Management
My frontend expertise focuses on creating responsive, user-centric web applications that adapt seamlessly across all devices. Using modern frameworks like Angular, React, and Next.js, combined with TypeScript for type safety, I build scalable applications with component-based architectures. My styling approach leverages Tailwind CSS and Material-UI for rapid development, alongside custom CSS3 for pixel-perfect designs, ensuring optimal performance and accessibility across desktop, tablet, and mobile platforms.
Angular
React
Next.js
TypeScript
JavaScript
HTML5
CSS3
Tailwind
Material-UI
BootstrapI leverage modern, high-performance backend technologies to build robust and scalable server-side applications. Python with Django provides rapid development and built-in security features, while FastAPI offers cutting-edge async capabilities for high-throughput APIs. My NodeJS expertise enables full-stack JavaScript development, allowing for seamless integration between frontend and backend. Each framework choice is driven by project requirements, emphasizing maintainability, performance, and developer experience.
Python
Django
FastAPI
NodeJSMy database expertise spans both SQL and NoSQL paradigms, making me highly versatile in data architecture decisions. With PostgreSQL, I design normalized relational schemas for complex data relationships and ACID compliance. Using Firestore, I architect flexible, schema-less NoSQL documents for real-time applications and rapid scaling. This dual proficiency allows me to select the optimal database strategy based on specific application needs, from structured enterprise data to dynamic, evolving content.
Firestore
PostgreSQLI utilize modern development tools with expansive potential to streamline workflows and enhance productivity. Firebase provides comprehensive cloud infrastructure for rapid deployment and real-time features. Zustand enables lightweight, flexible state management for React applications. Stripe integration powers secure payment processing and e-commerce functionality. Docker ensures consistent environments across development, testing, and production. GitHub facilitates collaborative development with advanced CI/CD pipelines. My toolchain choices prioritize automation, scalability, and team collaboration, enabling efficient delivery of high-quality software solutions.
Firebase
Zustand
Stripe
Docker
GitHub
VSCode
InsomniaDrawing from my graphic design background, I bridge the gap between technical implementation and user experience. Figma enables collaborative design systems and prototyping, while Photoshop provides advanced image manipulation and asset creation capabilities. This design foundation allows me to not only implement designs accurately but also contribute meaningfully to UX/UI decisions, ensuring that technical solutions align with user needs and aesthetic principles.
Figma
PhotoshopProfessional History
Professional journey and key achievements
Founded and operate a freelance software development consultancy specializing in full-stack web applications for small businesses. Architect and deliver production-ready e-commerce platforms, content management systems, and payment processing integrations serving local markets, specialty retailers, and service-based businesses.
Achievements:
- Engineered production-ready e-commerce platform with 209 TypeScript files across 56 pages, implementing complete order management, multi-vendor marketplace, and automated fulfillment workflows with real-time tracking and capacity management.
- Architected scalable Firebase backend with Firestore for NoSQL data persistence, implementing 313 lines of granular security rules, role-based access control (6 user roles with granular permissions), and Firebase Admin SDK for privileged server-side operations.
- Integrated Stripe payment processing with webhook automation, achieving seamless payment intent flow, automated stock deduction, and transactional email notifications via Resend API across 5 custom HTML templates.
- Developed comprehensive CMS with rich text editing (React Quill), dynamic content categorization, product linking capabilities, and bookmark system, enabling clients to manage blog posts, recipes, and educational content with SEO optimization.
- Built responsive, mobile-first UI using Next.js 15 App Router, React 19, Tailwind CSS v4, and Material-UI v7, delivering 52+ reusable components with type-safe development practices and performance monitoring via Web Vitals.
- Designed service-oriented architecture with 23 distinct service modules, implementing separation of concerns, repository pattern for data access, and React Context + Zustand for lightweight state management.
- Implemented third-party API integrations including Google Maps (geocoding, delivery radius validation), Google Analytics 4, Microsoft Clarity, and Stripe for complete business intelligence and payment processing.
- Delivered advanced e-commerce features including scheduled sales with auto-activation, time-slot reservation system with capacity management, product review/rating system with verified purchases, wishlist with restock notifications, and multi-image product management.
- Created multi-vendor marketplace with individual vendor profiles, location management, certification tracking, and vendor-specific product filtering, enabling clients to support local producers and artisans.
- Deployed to Vercel with Next.js App Router leveraging React Server Components for optimized bundle sizes, automatic CI/CD from Git, and environment-based configuration management.
Technologies Used:
Core Competencies:
Achievements:
- Formulated new features and maintained core functionality for a high-traffic Angular application serving 4,000+ users, utilizing NgRx for state management and RxJS for reactive programming patterns
- Orchestrated development of responsive UI components with Tailwind CSS and Firebase services within a lean team environment, contributing to a 95% user satisfaction rate
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- Provided technical mentorship to junior developers in a high-intensity coding bootcamp, delivering personalized instruction, resolving coding challenges, and conducting code reviews to enhance proficiency in Python, JavaScript, and full-stack development.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain features for Django and FastAPI-based applications, supporting 400+ users daily and contributing to curriculum enhancements, internal tools, and scalable learning platforms to improve program operations and student outcomes
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- Implemented innovative marketing and design strategies, significantly enhancing customer engagement and driving notable sales growth at a boutique coffee shop.
- Created a comprehensive bar program, elevating the beverage offerings and contributing to a distinct and memorable customer experience.
Core Competencies:
Achievements:
- Managed large party reservations for multiple locations, ensuring seamless coordination and exceptional customer experiences for events of 150+ attendees.
- Developed a CRM and invoicing model, streamlining the reservation process and enhancing communication and efficiency across the restaurant and brewery locations.
Technologies Used:
Core Competencies:
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- Oversaw scheduling, payroll, labor management, and alcohol ordering/pricing for a venue with a seating capacity of 180.
- Implemented tools and mechanisms to improve staff communication and operational efficiency during a transitional period post-Covid.
- Managed floor operations 4 days a week and coordinated events, ensuring smooth execution and excellent customer service.
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Achievements:
- Specialized in wealth accumulation, wealth management, and insurance products including life insurance, long-term care, and disability income insurance.
- Developed customized retirement and wealth management strategies utilizing a diverse range of products from multiple brokers.
- Licensed with FINRA Series 6, Series 63, and SIE, ensuring compliance and proficiency in financial regulations and product offerings.
Core Competencies:
Achievements:
- Authorized to sell COUNTRY Financial insurance products in Wisconsin, North Dakota, and Minnesota, driving growth through effective marketing, networking, and business development strategies.
- Managed hiring and training of office staff to maintain high client service standards and support business growth.
- Provided comprehensive retirement and insurance solutions, including auto, home, long-term care, and life insurance.
- Experienced in various life insurance concepts, such as cash value accumulation, policy loan provisions, term conversions, universal life, term life, and whole life.
Core Competencies:
Education
Academic background and certifications
19-week immersive coding program
Portfolio
Showcasing my latest projects and technical achievements
Contact Me
Ready to start your next project? Let's work together!
aziz@magkam.com
Phone
+1 (651) 529-5765
Location
Minneapolis, MN
Response Time
Within 24 hours