Sameer Ahmad
Software Developer
Summary
Software Developer focused on backend systems, automation tooling, full-stack applications, and application security. Shipped production applications using TypeScript, Next.js, Node.js, and Supabase/PostgreSQL, including a centralized platform for the AMU Department of Computer Science. Possesses hands-on experience in vulnerability assessment, web security standards, and developer automation. Pursuing Master of Computer Applications (MCA) at Aligarh Muslim University (2026 to 2028).
Technical Skills
Languages
TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, C++, Java
Web & Backend
Next.js (App Router), Node.js, React.js, REST APIs, Server Actions, OAuth 2.0, Tailwind CSS
Databases & Cloud / Tools
PostgreSQL, Supabase, Git, Linux, Vercel, MySQL, Apache
Core Concepts
Data Structures & Algorithms (DSA), OOP, DBMS, Operating Systems, Computer Networks, Web Security, Automation
Experience
- Serving as Cybersecurity Lead at the Computer Science Society (CSS), Department of Computer Science, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) for the 2026-27 academic session.
- Contribute to planning and coordinating cybersecurity-focused activities, technical sessions, awareness initiatives, and hands-on learning opportunities for students.
- Collaborate with the wider CSS team across multiple technical domains of computer science.
- Conducted hands-on security assessments across web applications and network configurations on Linux using Burp Suite, Nmap, and Wireshark.
- Analyzed application attack surfaces for vulnerabilities including SQL injection, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), and authentication flaws.
- Authored technical findings and remediation reports mapping identified vulnerabilities to actionable mitigations following standard procedures.
Projects
- Architected and deployed a full-stack platform utilizing Next.js App Router, React, and Supabase PostgreSQL to centralize timetables, attendance tracking, notices, and exam schedules.
- Developed secure REST API routes and Server Actions handling data mutations, session validation, and structured database queries.
- Engineered an administrative panel for APK version management, activity logging, force-update controls, and download routing via Supabase CDN.
- Built a CLI automation utility with watch mode that monitors local code directories and automatically synchronizes solutions to GitHub.
- Implemented automated directory scaffolding, language-based file categorization, and programmatic README Markdown generation for statistics.
- Published as an open-source repository with modular configuration and detailed setup documentation for independent developer use.
- Built a self-hosted cloud storage interface integrating Google Drive REST APIs for file operations, upload/download handling, and directory browsing.
- Implemented OAuth 2.0 authentication flow and secure token lifecycle management to provide direct user-controlled storage access.
Education
Aligarh Muslim University
Shri Varshney College, Aligarh
Licenses & Certifications
CyberOps Associate
Cisco Networking Academy • Issued Jul 2024
Skills: Threat Analysis, Endpoint Threat Analysis
CCNAv7: Introduction to Networks
Cisco Networking Academy • Issued Jul 2024
Skills: Security Fundamentals, Network Fundamentals
OPSWAT Cybersecurity Fundamentals Associate
OPSWAT Academy • Issued Apr 2024 • ID: vN52BULYYQ
Skills: Security Awareness
Introduction to CIP
OPSWAT Academy • Issued Jun 2024 (Validity to May 2025) • ID: EuHtQTqDFQ
Skills: Computer Networking, Security Awareness
Cybersecurity Essentials
Cisco Networking Academy • Issued May 2024
Skills: Network Security, Analytical Skills
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Cisco Networking Academy • Issued May 2024
Skills: Threat Detection, Cyber Best Practices
Mastercard - Cybersecurity Job Simulation
Forage • Issued Apr 2024 • ID: 9isj3CwTChyMHPcHo
Skills: Cybersecurity, Problem Solving
Ethical Hacking
HCL GUVI • Issued Mar 2024 • ID: 1Q87yq51682Fp07D13
Skills: Cybersecurity, Analytical Skills