Patrick Gjika

Launched the backend and MongoDB database for a location-based micro-adventure service. Integrated Google Maps and OpenTripMap APIs to surface geolocated activity suggestions and routing data. Implemented JWT-based authentication middleware to secure sessions and API endpoints. Diagnosed and fixed React frontend and Node/Express server issues to improve usability. Instrumented end-to-end flows between server, database, and third-party APIs to ensure reliable recommendations.

Designed an adaptive workout engine that personalizes plans based on user fitness level, equipment availability, and progressive overload principles. Implemented RESTful APIs with Node.js and developed a responsive React/React Native UI featuring one-tap workout logging and scheduling. Built secure data handling and authentication flows with privacy-minded storage and access patterns. Integrated client-server flows and analytics to track progress and inform plan adjustments. Delivered the project solo from end-to-end system design, implementation, testing, and deployment.

Launched the backend and MongoDB database for a location-based micro-adventurer recommendations service. Integrated Google Maps and OpenTripMap APIs to surface geolocated activity suggestions and routing data. Implemented JWT cookie-based authentication middleware to secure sessions and API endpoints. Diagnosed and fixed React frontend and Node/Express server issues to improve stability and user experience. Instrumented end-to-end flows between server, database, and third-party APIs to ensure reliable recommendations.