MNKChat — Real-Time Messaging & Audio Huddles
Updated: 11/24/2025Real-time chat platform built with Django, React, and Django Channels — powered by Redis for pub/sub and Twilio STUN/TURN for low-latency audio. Suppo…
# About Me
Software developer based in Toronto, Ontario with expertise in Python, Django, React, and modern web technologies. I build efficient, scalable solutions and contribute to open source projects.
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OS: NaveedOS 28.x LTS (Toronto build)
Kernel: python 3 / typescript 5
Uptime: 3+ Years in production
Packages: 20+ Tech Stack
Processes: 12 Projects shipped
Clients: 5 Clients
Shell: django · fastapi · react · sveltekit
Locale: en_CA · es · fr
# Skills & Technologies
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# Featured Projects
Real-time chat platform built with Django, React, and Django Channels — powered by Redis for pub/sub and Twilio STUN/TURN for low-latency audio. Suppo…
Open-source Django + React boilerplate for streaming and storing market data with Alpaca. Features WebSocket tick ingestion, watchlists, automatic his…
SpyInAI is an interactive spy-themed storytelling platform powered by large language models. Players embark on dynamically generated espionage mission…
# Professional Experience
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Date: 2026 - Present · Vretta
Software Developer at Vretta.
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Date: 2025 - 2025 · Kitchener, ON (ezSec) / California, US (Cypienta)
In my current role at ezSec, I develop and maintain the core web application and the SaaS application for Cypienta, an AI-powered cybersecurity platform. I am responsible for integrating advanced machine learning models into the applications and ensuring a seamless user experience. My work includes designing scalable architecture, implementing efficient features, and maintaining system reliability to deliver cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions.
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Date: 2024 - 2025 · Toronto, ON
At RiskTec Systems, I was responsible for designing and developing the beta version of a sophisticated application. Leveraging Django Rest Framework for the backend and Next.js for the frontend, I ensured seamless integration, user-friendly interfaces, and optimal performance. I collaborated with cross-functional teams to refine features and address technical challenges, contributing to a successful product launch.
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Date: 2023 - 2024 · Western University
I pursued a Master's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a specialization in Software Engineering. During this time, I enhanced my expertise in advanced software development methodologies, system design, and engineering principles, graduated in 2024.
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Date: 2022 - 2023 · Pune, MH
As a Backend Engineer, I developed scalable backend solutions using Django Rest Framework, Celery, Redis, and MySQL. I optimized performance, enhanced security protocols, and implemented robust APIs to improve user interaction and system reliability.
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Date: 2017 - 2021 · University of Kashmir
I graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, acquiring a solid foundation in programming, algorithms, and software development.
# Get In Touch
$ env | grep naveed
LOCATION="Toronto, ON, Canada"
RESPONSE_TIME="< 24 hours"
OPEN_TO_WORK=true