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Hi, I'm Kristina

Innovative full-stack web developer

crafting unique user experience

About

Who am I?

I'm a passionate full-stack developer with extensive experience in building both Web2 and Web3 applications. My journey in technology is driven by curiosity and a constant desire to create meaningful digital experiences.

Master's degree in Computer Science

My expertise spans the entire development lifecycle—from concept to deployment—allowing me to manage complex projects seamlessly

I have a passion for leadership and mentorship, having guided two internships that significantly enhanced my soft skills and leadership abilities

I thrive on new challenges and opportunities for growth and innovation

Workplace Setup
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Frontend Developer

Creating intuitive and responsive user interfaces with modern frameworks

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Backend Developer

Building robust server-side applications and APIs with scalable architecture

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Web3 Developer

Developing decentralized applications and smart contracts for the blockchain ecosystem

Experience

Education And Work Experience

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Bachelor of Computer Science

Sep 2017 - Sep 2020

FESB (Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture)

Practical and theoretical knowledge of relational databases, focusing on PostgreSQL
Gained a strong understanding of foundational computer science concepts such as data structures and algorithmic problem-solving
Developed an Android application for fitness training using Android Studio as part of final thesis
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DEPT Internship

Feb 2022 - Apr 2022

DEPT

Developed an internal full-stack application for submitting vacation, PTO, and sick leave requests with authentication
Worked in a team using Agile methodologies and collaborated with developers via GitHub
Implementing responsive design and ensuring cross-browser compatibility
Utilized Koa.js, React.js, PostgreSQL, and Docker for development and deployment
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Master of Computer Science

Sep 2020 - Sep 2022

FESB

Gained in-depth knowledge of encryption methods, secure communication protocols, and data protection techniques
Learned principles of user experience design and applied them to create a responsive web application for a music band using Gatsby
Explored 3D modeling, rendering, and game design, culminating in the development of a Street Fight-style game in Unity
Master's Thesis: Designed and implemented a web application for wine sales, functioning as a complete e-commerce solution
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Software Engineer

May 2022 - Present

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Built and deployed full-stack Web3 applications from scratch, using React, Next.js, NestJS, and Prisma across projects
Designed and implemented custom Subsquid indexers to track blockchain events in real time
Integrated role-based access control and advanced analytics features, improving usability and scalability of investment and NFT platforms
Refactored legacy backend systems by introducing Prisma ORM, reducing SQL complexity and improving maintainability
Mentored interns and junior developers, reviewed pull requests, and led technical decisions in cross-functional teams
Gained hands-on experience with Docker, Heroku, and job scheduling, automating PDF billing and NFT minting flows across platforms
Skills

My expertise

Technical skills I've acquired through years of experience in web development and software engineering. Click on any skill to see detailed examples of how I've applied these technologies.

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JavaScript

Core language for web development with modern ES6+ features

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Typescript

Strongly typed superset of JavaScript

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HTML

Semantic markup language for structuring web content

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CSS

Styling web applications with modern CSS techniques

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SCSS

CSS preprocessor for more maintainable and organized styles

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React

Creating interactive UIs with component-based architecture

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Redux

State management library for predictable application state

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Next.js

React framework for production with server-side rendering

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GatsbyJS

React-based framework for building fast static websites

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#javascript#react#nextjs#nestjs#node#tailwind#postgres#mongodb#docker#git#redis#jest#subgraph
Work

My work

Personal projects I worked on outside of my professional role

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Andrijić House

A rental website for Andrijić House apartments, located just steps from the sea. It showcases interior and exterior photos, lists all available amenities, and includes a contact form for direct communication with the owner. The site is bilingual (Croatian/English), SEO-optimized, fully responsive across all devices, and built using Next.js and SCSS.

#nextjs

#sendgrid

#scss

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Wines ecommerce

An online platform for buying and selling wines, providing sellers with the opportunity to list their wines and buyers with an easy way to browse, add products to their cart, and pay via PayPal. The platform is moderated by an admin who ensures wine quality and relevance by approving or terminating seller partnerships.

#react

#koajs

#postgresql

#docker

#sequelizeORM

#heroku

#css

#sendgrid

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Homeignite

A website that guides users through home renovation steps, covering interior and exterior design, cost estimates based on different plans, and the option to schedule consultations with experts. It offers inspiration, expert advice, and a seamless user experience to help homeowners transform their spaces with confidence.

#nextjs

#tailwind

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Looking for a developer?

I'm currently available for freelance work and full-time positions.

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Let's create something extraordinary together!

Have a project in mind or looking for a dedicated developer to join your team? I'm always excited to collaborate on innovative ideas and challenging projects.