Full-Stack Developer & DevOps Lead

15+ years building full-stack, API-driven, and infrastructure-ready web systems.

I’m Chit Ko Ko, a Yangon-based full-stack engineer with 15+ years of experience delivering enterprise-grade PHP applications, custom APIs (Google, PayPal, Shopee, Facebook, Kayako, Proxmox), and local payment integrations (2C2P, CB Bank, Dinger). I specialize in modern frameworks (Laravel, CI, Slim), CI/CD pipelines (GitHub, GitLab), caching with Redis, and production-ready server management across AWS, DigitalOcean, and leading CDN platforms (Cloudflare, AlibabaCloud, FunCDN, GoEdge). I bring deep experience in database systems (MySQL, MSSQL, MongoDB) and building scalable eCommerce, CMS, and client-server applications with a strong focus on performance and reliability.

15+

Years Delivering

90+

Platforms Launched

120+

Custom APIs

30+

Enterprise Clients

Tech Stack

Languages & tools I trust

AWS AWS
Azure Azure
DigitalOcean DigitalOcean
Bootstrap Bootstrap
Chart.js Chart.js
CodeIgniter CodeIgniter
Laravel Laravel
JavaScript JavaScript
TypeScript TypeScript
AngularJS AngularJS
Vue.js Vue.js
Node.js Node.js
MySQL MySQL
MS SQL Server MS SQL
MongoDB MongoDB
Redis Redis
Git Git
GitLab GitLab
Bitbucket Bitbucket
PHP PHP
CSS3 CSS3
HTML5 HTML5
Figma Figma
Linux Linux

Experience

Full-stack delivery with a DevOps backbone

Senior Backend Developer & DevOps · DevelopX (Myanmar)

Sep 2023 - Jul 2025

Modernized a Mac CMS-based movie streaming service by layering Laravel APIs, AWS infrastructure, and streamlined CI/CD on top of the legacy platform.

  • Designed custom API modules (Laravel, MySQL, Redis) that power web and mobile streaming clients.
  • Owned AWS environments (EC2, S3, IAM, CloudFront) plus GitHub/GitLab pipelines, Ansible, and CDN hardening.

Senior Backend Developer · Zabai Ltd. (Norway)

Sep 2022 - Aug 2023

Led Moodle LMS upgrades for a global eLearning provider, replacing brittle modules with scalable services.

  • Developed custom Moodle plugins and APIs to support new course, payment, and reporting flows.
  • Migrated workloads to AWS (EC2, RDS, S3) and DigitalOcean while wiring Bitbucket and AWS CodePipeline automation.

Full Stack Developer · ICONZ-Webvisions Pte Ltd. (Singapore)

Jul 2020 - Jul 2022

Delivered bespoke business cloud portals using CI, Slim, and Laravel frameworks with heavy API integrations.

  • Integrated Kayako, Proxmon, Google, and 2C2P payment APIs to automate CRM and billing operations.
  • Upgraded legacy PHP systems into modular services with Bootstrap UI refreshes and CI/CD on Bitbucket.

Full Stack Developer · Flexible Pass Co., Ltd.

May 2019 - May 2020

Owned the Laravel-based FlexiFast booking service, enabling sub-domain onboarding and omnichannel payments.

  • Implemented 2C2P gateways, SSL automation, and AWS Route 53 automation for franchise partners.
  • Produced QA artifacts (test plans, unit/system tests) and documentation for customer success teams.

Senior Web App Developer · TechCode Solutions Pte Ltd. (Singapore)

Jul 2016 - Apr 2019

Shipped grocery and retail commerce platforms spanning OpenCart, CakePHP, and Laravel microservices.

  • Added marketplace workflows (custom modules, multi-region variants) and mobile-ready APIs.
  • Automated deployments across AWS (EC2, RDS, S3) with Bitbucket pipelines and exhaustive documentation.

Senior Web App Developer · Funovate Technologies Co., Ltd.

Jun 2015 - Jun 2016

Built vertical SaaS for transportation, currency-exchange, and booking operators using CI, Bootstrap, and AngularJS.

  • Developed Android-friendly APIs for school bus tracking and currency-exchange dashboards.
  • Produced SSADM-style specs, training, and user manuals to streamline client onboarding.

Senior Web Developer · New Worth Co., Ltd. (Japan)

Jul 2014 - Jun 2015

Delivered location and auction portals (Yangon Places, Car Auction) with CI, MySQL, and AWS EC2 hosting.

  • Architected content workflows so editors could manage listings, media, and reporting without dev support.
  • Handled AWS provisioning, backups, and SSL while mentoring local engineers on CI best practices.

Web Developer · F5 Intelligence Technologies Co., Ltd.

Jan 2010 - Jul 2014

Developed ISP, travel, and booking systems using CI/Laravel, custom payment flows, and API integrations.

  • Implemented Kayako, Proxmon, Facebook, and Google APIs plus 2C2P payment services across product lines.
  • Managed Git-based CI/CD, server automation (cPanel, aaPanel), and comprehensive technical documentation.

Education

Academic foundation

International Advanced Diploma in Computer Studies

National Computing Center (UK) · Yangon

Mar 2009 - Jan 2010

Focused on software engineering, database design, and systems analysis with NCC curriculum.

International Diploma in Computer Studies

National Computing Center (UK) · Yangon

Nov 2007 - Oct 2008

Coursework across programming fundamentals, networking, and system administration.

B.A (English)

University of East Yangon

2005 - 2008

Strengthened communication, documentation, and stakeholder facilitation skills.

Certifications & Training

Continuous learning

Java Programming · KMD + NCC (UK)

Nov 2007 - Mar 2008

Covered OOP, collections, GUI, and exception handling - my foundation for API engineering.

Visual Basic .NET Programming · KMD + NCC (UK)

Jun 2008 - Oct 2008

Focused on WinForms, VB.NET language fundamentals, and data handling for enterprise apps.

PHP & MySQL Training · F5 Intelligence

Jan 2010 - May 2010

Deep dive into secure CRUD patterns, XML/JSON APIs, and UI prototyping with Adobe CS3.

A+ / User Support Course · Royal Computer Group

Jan 2010 - Feb 2010

Hardware diagnostics, OS deployment (MS-DOS/Windows), and helpdesk processes for MSPs.

Featured Projects

Shipping resilient products, faster

Hotel management system

Hotel Management System

Multi-property PMS covering reservations, staff rosters, and 2C2P POS flows with Laravel + Vue dashboards.

Laravel · Bootstrap · MySQL · AWS EC2/RDS

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Clinic POS

Clinic POS

Offline-friendly POS used by Yangon clinics to manage visits, inventory, and billing synced via Redis queues.

Laravel · Dashboard · MS SQL · QR Pay

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Job portal

Job Portal

Custom job marketplace powering CV submissions, recruiter pipelines, and SMS/email nudges.

Laravel · Bootstrap · MySQL · Twilio APIs

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Online shopping

eCommerce (Hybrid with Shopify)

Shopify storefront + Laravel middleware so merchants sync catalog, orders, and multi-warehouse fulfillment.

Shopify APIs · Laravel · Redis · Bitbucket Pipelines

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Learning platform

Online LMS

Moodle-based platform with custom modules for subscription learning, SSO, and analytics dashboards.

Moodle · PHP · AWS S3 · GitLab CI

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Movie streaming platform

Movie Streaming Platform

Mac CMS + Laravel APIs delivering OTT streaming with CDN hardening, search, and subscription billing.

Laravel · MySQL · Redis · AWS

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Retail pos dashboards

POS

Unified POS engine that syncs store terminals, payment gateways, and inventory to HQ via Redis pub/sub.

Laravel · Redis · MySQL · GitLab CI

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Ecommerce hybrid

eCommerce

Headless storefront with Shopify ingestion, localized checkout, and automated fulfillment dashboards.

APIs · Dashboard · Laravel · Bootstrap

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Restaurant management

Restaurant Management System

Kitchen display, table management, and delivery aggregator integrations for multi-brand restaurants.

Laravel · Bootstrap · MySQL · Docker

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