Syed Afzal

• Seasoned professional with over a decade of expertise in IT, specializing as a Lead Full Stack .NET Developer, proficient in navigating all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). • Skilled in crafting robust Windows and web applications using the Microsoft .NET framework, encompassing a spectrum of technologies such as C#, ASP.NET, MVC, SQL Server, and more. • Demonstrated proficiency in architecting and implementing .NET framework solutions, spanning from C# .NET to ASP.NET Core, along with adeptness in utilizing tools like Visual Studio and IIS. • Expertise in object-oriented programming (OOP) and design principles, coupled with a deep understanding of design patterns to ensure scalable and maintainable software solutions. • Proven track record in implementing secure and scalable architectures, including 3-tier structures, and integrating cutting-edge security practices such as Kubernetes security and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC). • Proficient in developing and maintaining RESTful APIs using Django Rest Framework in Python, along with GraphQL schema management for enhanced performance and data integrity. • Ability to troubleshoot and debug OAuth and OpenID Connect authentication issues using tools like Fiddler or Postman. • Spearheaded projects involving GStreamer, showcasing an advanced comprehension of video streaming fundamentals and technologies. • Extensive experience in data access and management using Entity Framework, coupled with integration expertise in Elasticsearch, Amazon Kinesis, and Apache Kafka for distributed systems. • Skilled in modern front-end development technologies like HTML5, React JS, Angular JS, and responsive design frameworks such as Bootstrap, ensuring intuitive and visually appealing user experiences. • Capable of containerizing applications using Docker for streamlined deployment and leveraging CockroachDB for distributed SQL database management to ensure scalability and reliability. • Passionate about learning and staying updated with the latest trends in software development, including advancements in architectural patterns like CQRS and the Mediator pattern. • Proficient in Unix/Linux environments, adept at incorporating Large Language Models (LLMs) for natural language processing, and utilizing project management tools like Jira in Agile methodologies. • Well-versed in PHP's object-oriented programming (OOP) principles, proficient in creating web applications implementing Web API and WCF Restful architecture. • Expertise in implementing security measures to safeguard ERP data and processes. • Experience working with AWS CloudWatch for monitoring and logging applications, including setting up alarms, dashboards, and metric filters. • Demonstrated ability to integrate Redux with .NET frameworks such as ASP.NET Core for robust web applications. • Applied expertise in media packaging and encoding technologies such as MP4, FMP4, CMAF, DASH, HLS, WebRTC, RTMP, and MPEG-TS to deliver robust streaming solutions. • Proficient in developing and implementing GRPC (gRPC) services and clients for efficient communication between distributed systems • Experienced in database design, optimization, and management using SQL Server, Oracle, ADO.NET, and ASP.NET, ensuring efficient data access and manipulation. • Skilled in developing and consuming OData APIs, implementing headless CMS solutions, and configuring WCF endpoints for seamless integration within the ecosystem. • Proficient in unit testing methodologies and version control systems like Git, ensuring code quality and collaboration within distributed teams. • Implemented best practices for Xamarin development, including code sharing strategies, MVVM architecture, and unit testing frameworks. • Familiarity with Git commands and best practices for working with CodeCommit, including branching, merging, rebasing, and resolving conflicts. • Possess excellent interpersonal skills, a quick learner, adept at multitasking, and a problem-solving mindset, fostering effective teamwork and collaboration within projects.