Hi, I'm Goodnews IgbeDe, an experienced Backend Developer with over 4 years in building scalable web applications using Laravel and ASP.NET Core Web API. I love creating clean, secure, and maintainable code and enjoy automating tasks to improve efficiency. Alongside development, I have hands-on experience in server administration, network security, and infrastructure management. I'm passionate about collaborating in teams and always eager to learn and adapt to new technologies to deliver high-quality solutions.

Goodnews IgbeDe

Hi, I'm Goodnews IgbeDe, an experienced Backend Developer with over 4 years in building scalable web applications using Laravel and ASP.NET Core Web API. I love creating clean, secure, and maintainable code and enjoy automating tasks to improve efficiency. Alongside development, I have hands-on experience in server administration, network security, and infrastructure management. I'm passionate about collaborating in teams and always eager to learn and adapt to new technologies to deliver high-quality solutions.

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Hi, I’m Goodnews IgbeDe, an experienced Backend Developer with over 4 years in building scalable web applications using Laravel and ASP.NET Core Web API. I love creating clean, secure, and maintainable code and enjoy automating tasks to improve efficiency.

Alongside development, I have hands-on experience in server administration, network security, and infrastructure management. I’m passionate about collaborating in teams and always eager to learn and adapt to new technologies to deliver high-quality solutions.

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Work Experience

Software Developer at MG Technologies (Freelance)
November 1, 2020 - Present
Developed and maintained Laravel and ASP.NET Core web applications. Built secure RESTful APIs using Laravel Sanctum and ASP.NET JWT. Designed relational databases and optimized SQL queries. Integrated external APIs for payments, notifications, and crypto price feeds. Managed server deployments, DNS configurations, and SSL installations. Created responsive interfaces using Blade, Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, and AlpineJS. Automated backups and scheduled tasks via Cron Jobs. Implemented role-based access without DB tables using Laravel enums. Used Git for source control and collaborated on distributed projects.
Infrastructure Engineer at SecureID Ltd
May 31, 2025 - July 9, 2025
Administered and maintained Windows Server and Linux infrastructure across production and test environments. Configured and monitored Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP, and DNS. Managed network security, firewall policies, and VPN access for secure remote connections. Monitored system performance and ensured high availability of critical applications. Led patch management, backup scheduling, and disaster recovery planning. Provided Tier 2–3 support for network, server, and infrastructure incidents. Collaborated with software and security teams to enforce infrastructure compliance and optimize deployments.
Software Developer at MG Technologies (Freelance)
November 1, 2020 - Present
Developed and maintained Laravel and ASP.NET Core web applications. Built secure RESTful APIs using Laravel Sanctum and ASP.NET JWT. Designed relational databases and optimized SQL queries. Integrated external APIs for payments, notifications, and crypto price feeds. Managed server deployments, DNS configurations, and SSL installations. Created responsive interfaces using Blade, Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, and AlpineJS. Automated backups and scheduled tasks via Cron Jobs. Implemented role-based access without DB tables using Laravel enums. Used Git for source control and collaborated on distributed projects.
Infrastructure Engineer at SecureID Ltd
May 31, 2025 - July 9, 2025
Administered and maintained Windows Server and Linux infrastructure across production and test environments. Configured and monitored Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP, and DNS. Managed network security, firewall policies, and VPN access for secure remote connections. Monitored system performance and ensured high availability of critical applications. Led patch management, backup scheduling, and disaster recovery planning. Provided Tier 2–3 support for network, server, and infrastructure incidents. Collaborated with software and security teams to enforce infrastructure compliance and optimize deployments.
Software Developer at MG Technologies (Freelance)
November 1, 2020 - Present
Developed and maintained Laravel and ASP.NET Core web applications. Built secure RESTful APIs using Laravel Sanctum and ASP.NET JWT. Designed relational databases and optimized SQL queries. Integrated external APIs for payments, notifications, and crypto price feeds. Managed server deployments, DNS configurations, and SSL installations. Created responsive interfaces using Blade, Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, and AlpineJS. Automated backups and scheduled tasks via Cron Jobs. Implemented role-based access without DB tables using Laravel enums. Used Git for source control and collaborated on distributed projects.
Infrastructure Engineer at SecureID Ltd
May 31, 2025 - July 9, 2025
Administered and maintained Windows Server and Linux infrastructure across production and test environments. Configured and monitored Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP, and DNS. Managed network security, firewall policies, and VPN access for secure remote connections. Monitored system performance and ensured high availability of critical applications. Led patch management, backup scheduling, and disaster recovery planning. Provided Tier 2–3 support for network, server, and infrastructure incidents. Collaborated with software and security teams to enforce infrastructure compliance and optimize deployments.

Education

HND at Delta State Polytechnic, Otefe-Oghara
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
HND at Delta State Polytechnic, Otefe-Oghara
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
HND at Delta State Polytechnic, Otefe-Oghara
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018

Qualifications

Windows Server 2019
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
Office 365 Administration
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
Networking Essentials
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
Introduction to Cybersecurity
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
Advanced PHP
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
SQL Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
Windows Server 2019
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
Office 365 Administration
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
Networking Essentials
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
Introduction to Cybersecurity
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
Advanced PHP
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
SQL Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
Windows Server 2019
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
Office 365 Administration
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
Networking Essentials
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
Introduction to Cybersecurity
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
Advanced PHP
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025
SQL Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Financial Services, Telecommunications, Computers & Electronics, Other

Experience Level

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