Scalable Backend Systems
I’m Misbahul Alam
A Backend Engineer
I design and build scalable backend systems using Golang and Node.js, focusing on microservices, performance, and reliability. I enjoy transforming complex problems into efficient APIs and high-performance platforms.
About Me
A brief introduction about my background and technical expertise.
I’m a Backend Engineer focused on building scalable APIs and microservices using Golang and Node.js. I enjoy turning complex product requirements into reliable backend systems with clean architecture and strong performance.
My work centers on designing efficient backend services, optimizing database performance, and building event-driven systems using technologies like PostgreSQL, Redis, and RabbitMQ. I prioritize simplicity, reliability, and maintainable code.
I enjoy working on system design challenges and building backend foundations that allow applications to grow smoothly as traffic and complexity increase. My approach focuses on practical architecture, clear abstractions, and predictable system behavior.
Beyond coding, I’m interested in improving system reliability through testing, automation, and well-structured deployment pipelines using Docker, CI/CD, and cloud infrastructure. I’m constantly exploring better ways to design scalable systems and optimize backend performance for real-world workloads.
Skills
Technologies and tools I use to build backend systems and modern applications.
TypeScript
JavaScript
Golang
Python
Gin
Node.js
Nest.js
Fastify
Express
Next.js
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
Redis
GraphQL
RabbitMQ
Socket.io
Docker
AWS
GitHub Actions
Linux
Expertise
Key areas where I specialize in building scalable and reliable backend systems.
Backend Engineering
Building reliable backend services with Go and Node.js, focusing on performance, clean architecture, and scalable API design.
API Development
Designing and building REST and GraphQL APIs that are well-structured, maintainable, and easy for frontend systems to consume.
Microservices Architecture
Designing scalable microservices architectures that allow systems to grow efficiently while keeping services loosely coupled and maintainable.
System Design
Designing scalable backend systems and service interactions that transform complex product requirements into reliable and maintainable platforms.
Database Design
Designing efficient data models and optimizing queries using PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Redis for reliable and scalable data access.
DevOps & Cloud
Containerizing applications with Docker and managing deployments through CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure on AWS.
Testing & Reliability
Improving backend stability with automated testing, including unit tests, integration tests, and API validation.
Frontend Integration
Integrating frontend applications with backend services through well-structured APIs while maintaining performance and scalability.
Projects
A selection of projects showcasing my skills and experience in web development.
Blog Platform API
A scalable and robust RESTful API for a blog platform built with NestJS, Drizzle ORM, and PostgreSQL.
Shopping-Bag - E-commerce Platform
A modern full-stack e-commerce application built with Next.js and NestJS, offering a seamless shopping experience with a clean, minimalist design philosophy.
Golang E-commerce API
A production-ready, Dockerized RESTful API for an e-commerce platform built with Go (Golang), Gin, and PostgreSQL.
Real-time Chat Application
Real-time chat application built with Next.js, NestJS, TypeORM, PostgreSQL, and Socket.IO, enabling seamless communication and message persistence.
Contact
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