Nirav Gajera

Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Hello! I'm a dedicated and experienced PHP | Laravel Developer specializing in building modern, scalable, and efficient web applications. Over the years, I’ve worked on diverse projects ranging from large-scale e-commerce platforms to AI-powered SaaS solutions.

My expertise spans across Laravel, Vue.js, Inertia.js, React, and CodeIgniter, with a strong focus on clean architecture and optimized performance. I’m also proficient in developing intuitive admin dashboards using Laravel Nova and Bootstrap, integrating secure payment gateways like Stripe, and implementing advanced user authentication systems.

Passionate about creating impactful digital solutions, I take pride in delivering clean, maintainable code and seamless user experiences. I enjoy transforming ideas into fully functional applications that help businesses and users achieve more.

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Education

Silveroak University (Ahmedabad,Gujarat)

Master of Computer Applications(MCA)

· CGPA: 9.15/10

· Developed Project on Online photographer booking with guidance of GlobalIt Web as final year project

July 2021 - October 2023


Shree Umiya BCA Collage (Ahmedabad,Gujarat)

(Gujarat University)

Bachelor of Computer Applications(BCA)

· Second Class

· Team Lead in Final Year Project- Shoeholic: E-commerce Website

July 2017 - September 2020

Experience

Full Time (3 Years+)

ArsenalTech Pvt. Ltd.

Jr. Software Developer

  • I played a pivotal role in the redesign and development of Erin Condren, a popular US based e-commerce site. This project involved revamping the front-end for a better user experience and creating a Laravel, Vue.js with admin panel for efficient site management. I also gained valuable experience in project management, using tools like Jira and GitHub to coordinate tasks and ensure timely project delivery.
  • Deepening my expertise, I've been pivotal in advancing the Erin Condren project. My focus includes shaping a sophisticated admin panel using Laravel Nova 4, providing seamless site management and empowering administrators with intuitive tools for efficient content control and optimization.
  • I contributed to the development of Event Kaboodles, an event management and booking system built with Laravel Blade. The platform allows users to browse, book, and manage events effortlessly, integrating a responsive Bootstrap-based admin panel for efficient event and user management. Key features include Stripe payment integration, guest checkout, and registered user checkout functionalities, ensuring a seamless and secure user experience.
  • I also designed and developed Skill Sync AI, a full-fledged AI-powered platform built from scratch using React, Inertia.js, and Laravel Breeze. This application analyzes resumes against job descriptions to provide insightful analytics and includes advanced features like resume scanning, AI-generated cover letter creation, and downloadable reports—offering a comprehensive toolset for career enhancement.

Sept 2023 - Present

Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Php Laravel Codeigniter Vue.js React.JS AI integration Laravel-Nova Github Jira Project Management Team work SDLC

Internships

ArsenalTech Pvt. Ltd.

Web Developer Intern

  • Php : Learn OOPs Concepts and the MVC structure. Understand and implement various design patterns to create efficient and maintainable website . Apply knowledge by developing a range of small projects in core PHP, including e-commerce systems, booking systems, login-registration modules, and blogs.
  • Laravel: Build a dynamic blog site using Laravel, including an intuitive admin panel. Enhance user engagement through captivating visuals. Develop CRUD projects to refine your Laravel skills, gaining hands-on experience in dynamic web app creation and mastering CRUD operations.
  • Codeigniter: Upgrade Company Employee Management System (EMS) with advanced features: performance tracking, goal assignment, and monthly behavior reports. Enhancements offer comprehensive insights for a more productive work environment.

Feb 2023 - Sept 2023

Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Php Laravel Codeigniter Vue.js

Global It Web

PHP Intern (Hybrid)

  • Php: Learn all the fundamental aspects of PHP along with MySQL and create a comprehensive online photographer booking project with complete functionality. This project will encompass various features designed to facilitate seamless photographer bookings, enhancing the overall user experience with certificate.

Feb 2023 - May 2023

Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Html Css JavaScript Php

Projects

A collection of my projects that I've undertaken over the course of my education.

Shoeholic- E-commerce site

  • Shoeholic is an online and user friendly website for online footwear products shopping.
  • The project is entirely built using php and MySQL, this site provides stylish, comfortable and causal footwear for different categorie wise products.
HTMl CSS JavaScript Bootstrap Php MySQL   Code

Movie Ticket Booking System

  • Create a movie ticket seat reservation project using js, jquery & php-oops. also manage theater and movie using Admin panel
  • This project is a part of my internship, and I've had the opportunity to learn numerous basic and advanced concepts during this period. Undoubtedly, this project holds a special place as one of my favorites due to its challenging nature."
Php MySQL JavaScript jquery MVC struct. oops   Code

Laravel Blog

  • Laravel blog with Login,register ,posts with add image and also comments and reply implimantation,CRUD operation for posts(only authenticate user)
  • This marks my inaugural Laravel project, coinciding with the initiation of my journey into learning the framework. As I embarked on my Laravel learning path, this project held a pivotal role, serving as the foundation upon which I built my skills and understanding of the framework.
Php MySQL JavaScript Laravel Blade   Code

Employee Management System-(EMS)

  • Integrate employee performance reporting into the company's Employee Management System (EMS) to evaluate monthly staff performance. This comprehensive feature encompasses various functionalities, including the provision for both employee and manager feedback, goal assignment, and performance ratings. This holistic solution ensures a meticulous assessment of employee performance while fostering effective communication and goal-oriented collaboration between employees and managers.
  • Devise a comprehensive functionality to assess the monthly behavior of employees within the office premises, utilizing diverse criteria for evaluation. The gathered data will be compiled into detailed reports accessible to both administrators and managers. This feature not only encourages a productive work environment but also provides valuable insights that contribute to informed decision-making
Codeigniter JavaScript MVC Git

Skill Sync AI

  • Built from scratch: SkillSync AI is an AI-powered resume and job-description matcher & cover-letter creator, developed with Laravel 12, React, and Inertia.js.
  • Enables job seekers and hiring teams to instantly assess resume relevance, identify skill gaps, and enhance hiring efficiency.
  • Uses Gemini 2.5 Flash for AI-powered resume-job matching, generating match percentages, semantic scores, keyword gap analysis, and ATS scoring.
  • Supports multiple file formats — PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, JSON, and XML — with secure parsing and validation.
  • Generates personalized AI-based cover letters that can be edited and downloaded as PDFs.
  • Includes an authenticated user dashboard (Laravel Breeze) with upload history, file management, and analytics overview.
  • Backend powered by PHP 8.2 and MySQL, with Tailwind CSS for styling and libraries like PhpWord, Spatie PdfToText, and LibreOffice CLI for document parsing.
  • Provides downloadable AI scan reports containing detailed insights on resume-job matching and ATS optimization.
Php Laravel MySQL React.js + Inertia.js Laravel Breeze Tailwind CSS Gemini-2.5-flash (Google AI)   Code Live Demo Images

Skills

Technical Skills


I have hands-on experience and proven expertise in the following areas:

  • Full-Stack Web Application Development
  • Backend Development using Laravel, CodeIgniter, and RESTful APIs
  • Frontend Development with Vue.js, React.js, and Inertia.js
  • AI-Powered Web Applications & OpenAI API Integration
  • Payment Gateway Integration (Stripe)
  • Database Design, Query Optimization, and Caching (MySQL, Redis)
  • Object-Oriented Programming & Design Patterns (SOLID Principles)
  • Code Optimization & Performance Tuning
  • Version Control and CI/CD using Git, Docker, Aws, and Railway
  • Admin Panel Development using Laravel Nova and Bootstrap
  • Project Management & Agile Workflow (Jira, GitHub)
  • Problem Solving, Team Collaboration & Technical Documentation

Here are a few technologies I've worked with or implemented in my projects. I’m continuously exploring new tools and frameworks to expand my technical skill set!

Programming Languages

PHP JavaScript TypeScript C++

Libraries & Frameworks

Laravel CodeIgniter Laravel Nova Inertia.js Laravel Breeze

Database Technologies

MySQL phpMyAdmin SQLite SQLyog Redis

Web Development

Vue.js React.js Bootstrap 4/5 HTML5 CSS3 Tailwind CSS Stripe Integration

AI & Cloud-Based Technologies

ChatGPT / OpenAI API Gemini AI (Google Cloud) Docker Git AWS Railway Supabase Jira

Operating Systems

Windows Ubuntu Linux macOS

Device

HP Laptop 15-bs0xx

  • 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
  • OS: Microsoft Windows 10
  • Installed RAM: 8 GB
  • Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-6006U CPU @ 2.00GHz
  • Storage: 1TB-HDD, 128GB-SSD

Blogs

Personal blog

Create blog using mailchimp that include blogs.

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Wordpress blog

Blog about Health, Fashion, Food, Shopping, Events, Fiction, Travel, Education.

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Linkedin Profile

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