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ClaudioLins
Frontend and Mobile Developer

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+351 910 344 904
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claudio.lins@me.com
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Estrada de Mem Martins, 168A

Sintra

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Lisboa

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2725-381

Portugal

Education

Photography

Centro Universitário FMU | FIAM-FAAM
Jan 2015|Nov 20172 anos, 10 meses

Skills

About

I've always been passionate about technology, studying and creating projects daily to become an excellent Software Engineer. Currently, my focus is on Front-end Development, where I delight in crafting visually stunning and highly functional user interfaces.

Technical Expertise

I specialize in Front-end and Mobile Development, building projects with:

  • Frameworks & Libraries: React, React Native, Next.js, Expo, TypeScript
  • APIs: REST APIs,
  • Styling: Tailwind CSS, Styled Components

While my primary focus is on front-end development, I am also proficient in backend development, working with:

  • Technologies: Node.js, Prisma
  • CMS Platforms: Hygraph, Strapi
  • Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB

This ensures seamless integration and the delivery of end-to-end solutions.

Unique Skills & Background

Thanks to my background as a photographer and designer, I bring a unique combination of technical and creative skills to my work. This enables me to seamlessly transform graphic layouts from tools like Figma, Illustrator, and Photoshop into responsive and visually stunning web applications.

Language Proficiency

I have advanced English skills, developed during:

  • 3 years living in the United States (2000)
  • Studies at the University of Georgia
  • 8 months in Dublin, Ireland (2024)

Skills Overview

🔹 Soft Skills

✅ Passion for Learning
✅ Attention to Detail
✅ Organization
✅ Teamwork
✅ Creativity
✅ Adaptability
✅ Persistence

🔹 Hard Skills

Front-end & Mobile
🔹 React.js, Next.js, React Native, Expo, TypeScript, JavaScript
🔹 Tailwind CSS, Styled Components, HTML, CSS
🔹 Storybook, Zustand, Zod, React Hook Form, I18N

Backend & DevOps
🔹 Node.js, Strapi, Hygraph, Docker, Prisma, Supabase
🔹 REST API

Databases
🔹 PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB

UI & Design Tools
🎨 Figma, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator

This combination of technical expertise, creativity, and adaptability allows me to build high-quality software solutions with a strong user experience. 🚀

Work Experience

Full Stack Developer

Vera Cruz Group
May 2024|Jan 2025|8 meses
Lisbon

Project Contributions

I developed intuitive and responsive user interfaces using Next.js and React, alongside a mobile application utilizing React Native and Expo, to deliver a seamless navigation experience for customers.

🔹 Backend Development

On the backend, I:

  • Engineered and managed authentication processes with Node.js, Prisma, and MySQL, ensuring robust protection of user data and efficient login and registration operations.
  • Integrated authentication and authorization APIs, strictly adhering to best security practices.

🔹 State Management & Forms

  • Utilized Zustand for efficient global state management.
  • Designed and implemented forms with React Hook Form.
  • Incorporated validations using Zod.
  • Used Resend for email submissions.

🌍 Internationalization

To cater to a diverse user base, I developed multi-language functionality (Internationalization) using i18n.

This combination of modern technologies and best practices ensures a secure, scalable, and user-friendly experience across web and mobile platforms. 🚀

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Full Stack Developer

Rádio Sintoniza-T
May 2022|2 anos, 10 meses|Current
Sintra - Portugal

🎵 Sintoniza-T Radio Website Development

Responsible for the entire development of the Sintoniza-T Radio website, including:

  • User Interface: Built with Next.js and React for a seamless and engaging experience.
  • Backend: Implemented using Strapi (CMS) and MySQL, allowing clients full autonomy to modify all site content.

🔹 Evolution & Technology Updates

Over time, the site has undergone several versions and technology upgrades, incorporating:

  • React & Next.js for enhanced performance.
  • Strapi & Prisma for a robust CMS.
  • Database migrations from MySQL to PostgreSQL and MongoDB.

This project highlights my ability to build, maintain, and evolve a fully scalable and dynamic web application, ensuring clients have complete control over their content. 🚀

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Frontend and Mobile Developer

Chefz Mate
Jul 2024|Jan 2025|6 meses
New Zeland

🍽️ Chefz Mate – Discount & Promotions App

I have been working on Chefz Mate, a discount and promotions app for restaurants in New Zealand, available for iOS and Android.

🔹 My Responsibilities

  • Payment System: Implemented RevenueCat for subscription management and in-app purchases.
  • Authentication: Set up Clerk for a seamless and secure login experience.
  • Favorites Feature: Developed using React Optimistic Updates, providing instant UI feedback while waiting for the server response.
  • App Deployment: Built and published the app using Expo, ensuring compliance with Apple Store requirements.
  • Feature Enhancements & Bug Fixes:
    • Improved forms (new fields & validations).
    • Enhanced favorites, filters, maps, and layout (CSS) for better functionality.
    • Refactored critical areas to improve maintainability.
  • Dependency Management: Updated all project dependencies, resolving conflicts to ensure stability.
  • Landing Page: Developed and maintained a Next.js landing page for the app.

🚀 Technologies Used

  • Mobile: React Native, Expo, Apollo GraphQL, Yup, Styled Components, Tailwind CSS, React Navigation, Async Storage, and more.
  • Web: Next.js, TypeScript, React, Axios, Tailwind CSS.

This project highlights my expertise in React Native development, performance optimization, and seamless user experience design. 📲✨