Raghawa Pokhrel
Backend Developer
Building reliable backend systems, APIs, and full-stack applications.
SYSTEM SPECS & SNAPSHOT
Technical Profile at a Glance
01 / ABOUT
About Me
I am a backend-focused software developer with a strong foundation in Java and Spring Boot, with hands-on experience building APIs, working with databases, and contributing to real-world applications.
I specialize in backend engineering, API development, database design, authentication, and writing clean, organized code. While my core expertise is in backend technologies, I am actively expanding into full-stack development using Next.js, React, Node.js, and integrating modern services like Supabase and LLMs. I am continuously looking for opportunities to improve my skills and grow as a developer, aiming to deliver robust and scalable solutions from the database to the cloud.
Quick Facts
- Focus
- Backend Engineering
- Languages
- Java, Python, JavaScript
- Frameworks
- Spring Boot, Next.js, Flask
- Databases
- PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL
- Based in
- Kathmandu, Nepal
02 / EXPERIENCE
Professional Experience
Graduate Teaching Assistant
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, I help lecturers and tutors during classes and lab sessions, mainly for Java programming modules.
- Answering student questions and explaining programming concepts
- Helping students understand Java using practical examples
- Helping with coding exercises and supporting lab sessions
- Working with module leaders to prepare and improve course materials
- Improving overall learning resources
Software Developer, Part Time
Contributed to the NepCircle project and worked on different parts of the application. Leveraged a strong foundation in Java to learn Next.js quickly and contribute effectively.
- Developed an email notification system for users and administrators using Nodemailer
- Built backend APIs for the admin dashboard
- Implemented social login using Supabase
- Added inappropriate content filtering using Node.js libraries and an LLM-based approach
Software Engineering Intern
Worked on improving a Spring Boot codebase, enhancing deployment, containerization, and message handling concepts.
- Removed repeated code and improved code organization
- Made the codebase cleaner and improved maintainability
- Converted formulas from Excel into efficient SQL queries
- Automated report generation
Software Engineering Trainee
Worked extensively with Python and cloud services to develop a more efficient and well-rounded software development skill set.
- Designing, building, and deploying applications
- Focused on backend development and cloud deployment
- Engaged in practical problem solving
03 / STACK
Technical Skills
Backend
APIs
Databases
Frontend
Cloud & Infrastructure
Messaging
Authentication & Services
AI
Development Tools
04 / PROJECTS
Featured Work
// Community Platform GET /api/users/nearby POST /api/listings POST /api/auth/social
NepCircle
A community platform mainly for Nepali people living in the USA, aimed at helping users find apartments, buy/sell items, discover events, and communicate with each other.
- Supabase social login
- Email notification system with reusable templates
- Backend APIs for admin dashboard features
- Inappropriate content filtering using Node.js and LLMs
// E-Learning Platform GET /api/courses POST /api/enroll WS /chat/:roomId
Shikshyalaya
A full-stack e-learning web application allowing tutors to create/manage courses and upload learning resources, while students can browse, search, enroll, and watch lessons.
- Course management and responsive video player
- Search by subject and level
- Real-time communication (chat and discussion boards)
- Progress tracking, secure payments, and course reviews
// Book Store GET /api/books?genre=&lang= POST /api/cart/checkout DISCOUNT 5+ books → 5% off
Pustak Pasal
A responsive, user-friendly platform (also known as Pustak Ghar) designed to improve bookstore operations and customer satisfaction.
- Browse, search, and filter books by genre/author/language
- Cart management and ordering with emailed claim codes for in-store collection
- Smart discounts (5% for 5+ books, 10% loyalty discount)
- Admin features for inventory, discounts, and announcements
// E-Commerce @Controller Servlet: ProductServlet JDBC → MySQL
Smart Home Care
A functional e-commerce platform for purchasing home appliances like vacuum cleaners, refrigerators, and heaters.
- E-commerce product browsing
- Purchase processing for home appliances
05 / EDUCATION
Academic Background
BSc (Hons) Computing
Islington College
These studies provided a strong foundation in computer science and software engineering, helping build confidence as a developer.
Academic Focus
+2 Science
New Horizon College
Academic Focus
CERTIFICATIONS
Continuous Learning
SQL Training
Covered SQL queries, database concepts, and data normalization.
AWS Cloud Foundations
Covered basic cloud concepts including EC2 instances, hosting static websites, and basic AWS cloud concepts.
06 / CONTACT
Let's Build Something
I'm always open to discussing new projects, creative ideas, or opportunities to collaborate.
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