Stephen Akugbe

Backend Developer / Fullstack Engineer

I architect and build end-to-end applications—from robust backend APIs to seamless frontend integrations—powering platforms used by thousands across e-commerce, fintech, logistics, agritech, and SaaS.

Specializing in full-stack development with Laravel, Node.js, React, Next.js, TypeScript, AWS, and PostgreSQL.

About Me

I'm a software developer who turns product ideas into scalable platforms. Whether designing core architectures, building APIs, integrating payment systems, or setting up cloud infrastructure, I make digital systems reliable, secure, and ready to scale.

Technical Skills

Backend

Node.js
Laravel
NestJS
PHP
Python

Frontend

React
Next.js
TypeScript
Tailwind

Databases

PostgreSQL
MySQL
MongoDB
Redis

DevOps & Cloud

Docker
AWS
CI/CD
Kubernetes
Microservices

Featured Projects

A collection of applications I've built, from e-commerce platforms to fintech solutions

BestdealNaija
Live

BestdealNaija

Multi-vendor e-commerce platform. Built admin dashboard, user landing, and core modules like product, vendor, category management.

React
Flask
Docker
E-commerce
AFJ Farms
Live

AFJ Farms

Agro-commerce platform. Designed dashboard, core logic, and integrated Flutterwave payments.

Laravel
Tailwind
PHP
AgriTech
GUO Transport
Live

GUO Transport

Contributed to core architecture of Nigeria's top transport logistics website.

Laravel
TypeScript
Logistics
Comdoity
Live

Comdoity

Social platform for NGOs. Revamped homepage, redesigned admin dashboard, and integrated Stripe for donations.

React
Laravel
Social Platform
FarmPropa
Mobile App

FarmPropa

Smart advisory platform for farmers in Nigeria. Built full backend, user flows, and an intelligent recommendation engine. Now with 1,000+ downloads on Google Play Store and featured in BusinessDay.

Node.js
TypeScript
Sequelize
+1
AgriTech
MLD
Live

MLD

Built a clean landing page tailored to brand guidelines.

React
Tailwind
Corporate
Simacombet
Live

Simacombet

Betting platform. Redesigned homepage, implemented registration system, and integrated payments.

PHP
Bootstrap
Redis
+1
Gaming
Earlybean
Mobile App

Earlybean

Financial literacy app for kids. Built a complete course management backend, parental monitoring features, and enrollment logic.

Laravel
PostgreSQL
Heroku
EdTech
MyJobPadi
Live

MyJobPadi

AI-powered job matching platform. Built a waitlist page and am working on the full MVP.

Next.js
NestJS
PostgreSQL
AI Platform
Etuition App
Offline

Etuition App

Learning platform for Nigerian secondary school students. Built and deployed backend v1 & v2.

Node.js
MySQL
Redis
+1
EdTech
Zonely
Offline

Zonely

Team productivity tool for scheduling across time zones. Developed all backend APIs with Google Calendar integration.

Node.js
MySQL
AWS
Productivity
Shiptonaija
Offline

Shiptonaija

Shipping logistics tool for delivering from US/China/UK to Nigeria. Architected and built entire backend.

Node.js
TypeScript
PostgreSQL
+1
Logistics
Export to Wealth
Offline

Export to Wealth

Shipping app for exporting from Nigeria. Built backend APIs.

Node.js
TypeScript
PostgreSQL
Logistics
DensOps
Live

DensOps

AI-powered local business lead generation and B2B prospecting platform. Finds, enriches, and exports business lists in seconds — including social handles, contact info, and verified business data. Built the frontend in Next.js, APIs in NestJS, and the AI/enrichment service in Python.

Next.js
NestJS
Python
SaaS

Let's Build Something

Ready to turn your ideas into reality? Let's discuss your next project.