Martin Couso

Martin Couso Senior Laravel Developer | Senior PHP Engineer |Senior Laravel Solutions Engineer CONTACT PROFILE --4196 STERLING POINTE DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135 DR SKILLS PHP and Laravel Framework Expertise: PHP Development Laravel Framework MVC Architecture Blade Templating Engine Dependency Injection Middleware Task Scheduling Development and Integration: RESTful APIs GraphQL API Development and Integration Events and Listeners Queue Management Localization and Internationalization Package Development Frontend and DevOps Skills: Frontend Development (JavaScript, jQuery, Vue.js) Version Control (Git) Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) Docker and Containerization DevOps and Deployment Real-time Application Development (WebSocket, Pusher) Security and Optimization: Web Security Standards (OWASP) Security Practices Performance Optimization Troubleshooting and Debugging Testing, Agile, and Documentation: Testing (PHPUnit, Laravel Dusk) Agile Development Methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) Documentation and Communication With over a decade of experience in backend web development, I specialize in PHP and the Laravel framework. My expertise encompasses MVC architecture, Blade templating, dependency injection, middleware, task scheduling, and RESTful API design. I have strong frontend integration skills with JavaScript, jQuery, and Vue.js, ensuring seamless interaction between frontend and backend systems. My DevOps proficiency includes CI/CD pipelines, Docker containerization, and version control with Git. I also have experience with realtime application development using WebSocket and Pusher.Security is a key focus, with adherence to OWASP standards and robust practices to protect sensitive data. I also excel in performance optimization, troubleshooting, and debugging. My Agile experience, particularly with Scrum and Kanban, fosters a culture of continuous improvement. Testing expertise with PHPUnit and Laravel Dusk ensures application reliability, while my communication and documentation skills promote effective knowledge transfer and project transparency. This comprehensive skill set allows me to contribute to all stages of web application development, from integration to deployment and ongoing optimization. WORK EXPERIENCE Senior PHP Laravel Developer Emblem Technologies Aug2022-Present PHP and Laravel Development: Over a decade of experience building and maintaining small to medium-sized web applications using PHP and Laravel. Database Management: Extensive experience with MySQL, ensuring efficient data management and optimal performance. Frontend Technologies: Proficient in JavaScript, jQuery, and Ajax for creating interactive user interfaces and enhancing user experience. RESTful APIs: Collaborated with developers to design and implement RESTful APIs, ensuring seamless communication between application components. Comprehensive Testing: Conducted rigorous testing with PHPUnit and Laravel Dusk to ensure application stability and reliability. Version Control (Git): Strong grasp of Git for version control, enabling effective team collaboration and project management. DevOps and CI/CD: Well-versed in DevOps practices, including Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, Docker, and containerization. Troubleshooting and Debugging: Skilled at resolving complex issues quickly, ensuring smooth application operation. Security Practices: Knowledgeable in web security standards (OWASP), implementing robust security measures to protect sensitive data. Agile Methodologies: Hands-on experience with Agile frameworks, particularly Scrum and Kanban, promoting effective team collaboration and iterative development. Real-time Technologies: Experience with GraphQL, WebSocket, and Pusher, enabling the development of real-time applications. Communication and Documentation: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, providing clear documentation throughout development. Continuous Improvement: Contributed to all stages of web application development and deployment, focusing on continuous improvement through planning, design, implementation, testing, and iterative enhancements. Senior Backend Developer (Laravel) EDUCATION CureMD University of West Gorgia Feb 2018 – Aug 2022 Backend Development Leadership: Spearheaded backend projects using the Laravel framework to develop scalable and efficient web applications. Database Management: Managed database systems to ensure optimal performance and data integrity, utilizing advanced querying and indexing techniques. RESTful API Design: Designed and implemented RESTful APIs for seamless communication between frontend and backend systems. Frontend Collaboration: Worked closely with frontend developers to integrate backend functionality, ensuring a cohesive user experience. Rigorous Testing: Conducted thorough testing with PHPUnit and Laravel Dusk to ensure application reliability and quickly resolve issues. Security Practices: Enforced stringent security measures to safeguard sensitive data and protect against potential security threats. Performance Optimization: Analyzed and implemented performance tuning techniques to optimize application performance. DevOps Methodologies: Utilized DevOps strategies to streamline deployment processes, including CI/CD pipelines and Docker containerization. Bachelor of Science Computer Science 2010 - 2014 PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Junior Laravel Developer Brown tech int 02/2015 – 08/2016 Interenship Laravel Development Brown Technologies 08/2014 - 01/2015 Laravel Developer Afiniti Aug 2016 – Jan 2018 Backend Development: Spearheaded backend development initiatives at Afiniti, using Laravel to create scalable and highperformance web applications. Database Management: Ensured optimal database performance by implementing advanced querying and indexing techniques to maintain speed and data integrity. RESTful API Design: Designed and executed RESTful APIs to seamlessly bridge frontend and backend, enhancing user experience through smooth data exchange. Frontend Integration: Collaborated closely with frontend developers at Afiniti, ensuring seamless integration of backend functionality for a cohesive user interface. Version Control: Employed Git for version control, enabling efficient collaboration and effective code management across the development team. Rigorous Testing: Conducted comprehensive testing with PHPUnit and Laravel Dusk, ensuring application reliability and swiftly resolving any issues. Security Measures: Enforced stringent security practices at Afiniti to safeguard sensitive data and mitigate potential security threats. Performance Optimization: Prioritized application performance, using detailed analysis to implement performance tuning strategies tailored to specific needs. DevOps Practices: Embraced DevOps methodologies at Afiniti, integrating CI/CD pipelines and Docker containerization to streamline deployment processes and enhance development efficiency. Documentation and Knowledge Transfer: Contributed to comprehensive documentation to ensure knowledge transfer and project transparency, fostering a collaborative and informed team environment.