Hi. I'm Ivan.
Software Engineer turned Entrepreneur.
I love building things, seeking thrills and helping people learn.
At 17, I landed my first freelance project: building an e-commerce platform for a streetwear brand, even though I only knew HTML and CSS. I quickly learned .NET and delivered an e-shop that ran successfully for five years. This project ignited my passion for building things and led me to dive deep into REACT as a full-stack developer for a startup.
Later, I revisited that original e-shop, re-architecting it into a new platform that now generates over $200k in annual revenue.
Work Experience
React Native developer
Projects
Cat® Central is a mobile application designed to be a comprehensive resource for maintaining and supporting Cat assets. It offers a convenient, on-the-go experience to simplify the operation and maintenance of your Cat equipment.
Key functionalities of the app include:
- Finding and Purchasing Parts: Users can search for, locate, and buy genuine Cat parts specifically for their assets. The app provides smart and intuitive navigation, quick visibility into local pricing, and in-stock availability. You can also order directly from and contact your local Cat dealer.
- Getting Support: The app offers 24/7 support from a parts specialist. Users can input Cat serial numbers to access specific asset parts and easily connect with a local Cat dealer. A "Verified Fit" indicator helps ensure you find the correct part for your assets.
- Accessing Resources: Cat® Central provides public access to asset-specific resources and parts. It helps plan future maintenance with customized recommendations and allows seamless onboarding to other Cat apps. Users can also access warranty information, rewards programs, Cat Financial details, and more.
The app aims to make managing Cat assets easier by consolidating essential information and services into a single digital platform.
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Full Stack Developer
Projects
EzTenda is an innovative B2B SaaS platform that revolutionizes beverage tendering and procurement. It digitally connects brands and venues, fostering transparency, efficiency, and growth within the beverage industry.
Initially launched in England, the platform has successfully expanded its market reach to include New Zealand and Australia.
To elaborate further, EzTenda empowers both brands and venues with specific functionalities:
- For Brands: It allows them to discover various venues and their specific tender requirements, streamlining the process of finding new opportunities.
- For Venues: It provides tools to create tenders, inviting competitive bids from a wide array of top brands, ensuring they secure the best deals.
As a full stack developer I contributed to this project from the beginning and helped shape their vision to real product.
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Beyond the Code
When I'm not conjuring up digital wonders, you'll usually find me chasing thrills and fresh air. Think of it this way: the same drive that pushes me to build new software solutions also propels me to new heights on mountain bike jumps or helps me find new challenges in climbing.
Whether I'm clinging to a tricky rock face or launching off a jump on my bike, I'm all about pushing limits and figuring things out on the fly. It's basically extreme problem-solving, just with more dirt and, let's be honest, sometimes a few more scrapes than debugging an elusive bug. Though, sometimes I'd even prefer debugging over a trip to the emergency room! These adventures aren't just for kicks; they're my secret sauce for staying sharp, resilient, and always ready to tackle a new challenge.
Freelance
I've worked on a variety of projects, from simple websites to complex web applications. Here are a few of my favorites.
Technical Co-Founder / Full Stack Developer
Zadaj Dopytis an online platform that revolutionizes the process of sourcing and providing services for construction, renovation, repair, maintenance, and property furnishing. It serves as an independent marketplace connecting clients (private individuals, companies, apartment building administrators) with a wide range of qualified service providers. As the developer of this solution, I was responsible for delivering the entire technical infrastructure.
Core Functionality (Demand & Offer Management)
- Demand Submission: Users can easily submit detailed requests for various construction and related services. The platform supports a comprehensive list of categories, including general construction, engineering networks, specialized installations, various repair and renovation works, interior design, garden design, and even rental of machinery and equipment.
- Automated Matching: The system efficiently connects demand with suitable suppliers, enabling clients to receive multiple independent price offers quickly and without extensive manual searching.
- Direct Offers: Suppliers can proactively create and publish 'direct offers' for services and products at competitive prices. This feature allows customers to place non-binding orders directly, bypassing the traditional demand creation process.
- Bid Comparison & Management: The platform provides a centralized location for clients to compare offers based on price, delivery time, supplier ratings, and other criteria. It facilitates direct communication with suppliers to clarify details and monitor project progress, ensuring full control over the process.
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Technical Lead / Full Stack Developer
Wolfpack Clothing is a unique tattoo streetwear brand specializing in fashion inspired by tattoos, nature, metal, and art, offering products like hoodies, tees, hats, and socks with distinct tattoo-style designs.
Last year we hit $ 200k in revenue, and shipped all over the world. Including the US, Canada, Australia, and even countries like Eswatini or Thailand.
I tackled the task of architecting and building the comprehensive backoffice system from the ground up. It was a awesome learning experience that turned into production ready solution that increased the efficiency of the brand logistic and helped them scale the business.
Core features include:
- E-commerce Backoffice Development: Tracking of finances, order statistics and other insights how customers behave.
- Storage Management: Implemented robust systems for inventory and storage management.
- Promotions and Discounts: Developed and integrated a flexible promotions engine to manage various discount campaigns.
- Shopping Cart and Order Management: Designed and built the server shopping cart functionality, including notifications and a full order management system.
- Online Payment Integration: Integrated secure online payment gateways to facilitate transactions. Including STRIPE and PAY PAL
- Customer Management: Implemented a comprehensive customer management system to track customer interactions and preferences.
- Shipping Provider Integration: Seamlessly integrated with key shipping providers, specifically Packeta and Slovak Post, to streamline fulfillment and delivery. This has highly improved shipping times and made it easier for team to fulfill orders.
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