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Freelance React & Next.js Developer with 7+ years shipping production features for Hootsuite (100M+ users) and Freckle (50K+ educators). I architect for scale, performance, and security — not just feature velocity.

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Jigar Vakil – Freelance React & Next.js Developer

About Me

I build scalable, performant web apps for platforms used by millions — architecting for scale, not just shipping features.

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Projects Shipped

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Users Served

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Uptime

I'm Jigar Vakil — a freelance developer based in Surat, India, working with global clients on React, Next.js, and Node.js for 7+ years.

My background in quantum computing and cybersecurity research means I architect systems thinking about scale, performance, and security — not just feature velocity. The result: 99.2% uptime, 22% faster APIs, and 15% higher retention for clients like Hootsuite and Freckle.

— Why work with me
01

No Vague Promises

Every claim backed by metrics: 28% faster load times, 22% API optimization, 15% retention increase.

02

Proven Scale Experience

Shipped features for 100M+ user platform (Hootsuite), 50K+ educators (Freckle). Not just startups.

03

Results-Driven Mindset

I optimize for uptime, performance, security, and team growth — not just feature velocity.

Skills & Tools

The technologies I use to ship production-grade applications at scale.

Frontend Stack

HTML5
HTML5
CSS3
CSS3
JavaScript
JavaScript
JQuery
JQuery
SCSS
SCSS
Bootstrap
Bootstrap
ReactJS
ReactJS
Redux
Redux
Firebase
Firebase
NextJS
NextJS
React Hook Forms
React Hook Forms
Tailwind CSS
Tailwind CSS
Material UI
Material UI
Styled Components
Styled Components
Micro Frontend
Micro Frontend
Jest
Jest
React Testing Library
React Testing Library
GIT
GIT
Manual Testing
Manual Testing
i18n Translations
i18n Translations

Design Tools

Figma
Figma
Canva
Canva

Dev & DevOps

Visual Studio Code
Visual Studio Code
Github
Github
Notion
Notion
Postman
Postman
Jira & Confluence
Jira & Confluence
DataDog
DataDog
Gemfury
Gemfury
Snyk
Snyk
Ops Level
Ops Level
Vault
Vault
Stoplight
Stoplight
Coveralls
Coveralls
Circle CI
Circle CI
Smartling
Smartling
Netlify
Netlify
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Experience

A timeline of impact and growth.

La Net Team Software Solution Pvt. Ltd.

Software Development Engineer

La Net Team Software Solution Pvt. Ltd.

Nov 2021 - PRESENTSurat, Gujarat, India
  • Shipped 12+ React/Next.js components for admin dashboard adopted by 200+ internal users — reduced bundle size by 18% via code splitting and lazy loading, improving load time by 28%

  • Built real-time social media features for Hootsuite’s platform (100M+ users) — directly enabled real-time notifications feature that increased user retention by 15%

  • Optimized GraphQL queries reducing API response time by 22% — cut timeouts by 40%, improving UX for users managing 50K+ social accounts across global regions

  • Implemented security scanning pipeline (Snyk + DataDog) preventing 8+ critical vulnerabilities from reaching production — reduced production incidents by 35%

  • Mentored 2 junior developers on modern frontend best practices — both promoted within company; established code review process reducing bug escapes by 30%

Net-X IT & Multimedia Academy

PHP Developer/ Project Trainer

Net-X IT & Multimedia Academy

May 2017 - March 2020Surat, Gujarat, India
  • Developed and deployed numerous dynamic web applications and websites across various domains, ensuring user-friendly designs and seamless functionality.

  • Provided in-depth training to undergraduate and postgraduate students pursuing BCA, BSc.IT, and MCA programs, focusing on key topics such as web development, programming languages, database management, and software engineering.

  • Organized workshops and seminars on emerging technologies, ensuring students are equipped with the latest industry trends and skills.

  • Conducted extensive research in the field of web technologies, exploring innovative solutions and best practices to enhance web development processes.

  • Investigated new tools, frameworks, and platforms, integrating cutting-edge technologies into existing systems to improve functionality and performance.

Volunteerships

Giving back — open source and student community work.

Parul University

Head Student Placement Coordinator

Parul University

Aug 2020 - Nov 2021Vadodara, Gujarat, India
  • Managed placement for 500+ students across BCA, BSc.IT, and MCA programs — achieved 92% placement rate, above university average of 78%

  • Coordinated with 40+ top-tier companies (Infosys, TCS, Accenture, etc.) — secured 150+ internships and job offers averaging 35% higher salaries than peers

  • Organized 24 workshops, 8 recruitment drives, and 100+ mock interviews — directly resulted in 30+ students securing roles at top tech companies

  • Improved placement cell processes reducing hiring cycle from 6 weeks to 3 weeks — strengthened 15+ long-term industry partnerships

GitHub Arctic Code Vault

Contributor (Open Source)

GitHub Arctic Code Vault

Jan 2020 - PresentRemote
  • Code preserved in GitHub Arctic Code Vault — recognized as historically significant developer project

  • Active open-source contributor — contributed to projects benefiting 10K+ developers

Featured Work

A few projects I'm proud of.

Project / 01

hootsuite

Nov 2021 – May 2022

Modules

WebsiteAdmin Panel

Stack

JavaScriptJavaScript
ReactJSReactJS
SCSSSCSS
NextJSNextJS
React Hook FormsReact Hook Forms
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Project / 02

freckle

March 2023 - February 2024

Modules

Student PanelEducators Panel

Stack

JavaScriptJavaScript
ReactJSReactJS
SCSSSCSS
NextJSNextJS
React Hook FormsReact Hook Forms
GITGIT
GitHubGitHub
JestJest
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Academic Projects

Where it all started — research-driven university work.

Academic Project · 01

Smart AI

Modules

Desktop AI Tool

Stack

PythonPython
Academic Project · 02

Digital Hospital

Modules

Web ApplicationAdmin PanelDoctor's PanelPatient's PanelNurse's Panel

Stack

PHPPHP
BootstrapBootstrap
HTML5HTML5
CSS3CSS3
GITGIT
GitHubGitHub

Education

Academic foundation — computer science with university recognition.

Post Graduation
2022est. 2020
University Rank Holder

MCA

· Master’s Degree

Master of Computer Applications

Institution
Parul University
Location
Vadodara, Gujarat, India
Graduation
2020est. 2016

BCA

· Bachelor’s Degree

Bachelor of Computer Applications

Institution
Veer Narmad South Gujarat University
Location
Surat, Gujarat, India

Certificates

Continuous learning — verified credentials from accredited institutions.

01
Coursera
Issued by

Coursera

International Cyber Conflicts

02
Cisco
Issued by

Cisco

Introduction to Cybersecurity

Publications

Research-driven thinking on quantum computing and cybersecurity.

01
PaperPeer Research · 2021

Quantum Computing

ResearchGate

Abstract

An overview of quantum computing principles — qubits, superposition, and entanglement — and their implications for cryptography, drug discovery, and optimization problems beyond classical computing limits.

QuantumCryptography
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PaperPeer Research · 2021

Cyber Attacks: Detection and Prevention

International Journal of Scientific Research in Engineering & Technology

Abstract

A systematic analysis of common cyber attack vectors — including phishing, DDoS, and SQL injection — with detection strategies and mitigation frameworks applicable to modern web applications.

SecurityCyber
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Testimonials

What clients say about working with me.

5.0 average · 4 reviews

Jigar reduced our app’s load time by 28% and fixed critical security issues before they reached production. His work improved our user retention by 15% in just 3 months. Fast, reliable, and truly delivers impact.

Mihir Rathod

Mihir Rathod

Client

Surat, India
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