- Built a custom booking system with date, time, and capacity validation.
- Implemented dynamic user forms for pet and owner information with automated data handling.
- Improved site structure, plugin logic, and front-end usability for both clients and admins.
Varvara
Software Developer
Summary
Software Developer with hands-on experience in React, Next.js, Supabase, and WordPress. Focused on delivering measurable results through clean code and responsive and accessible design. Proven ability to create solutions that are both technically solid and intuitive for users. Skilled communicator who translates client needs into clear technical requirements and collaborates effectively in diverse teams.
Technical Skills
Frontend
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Next.js, Tailwind CSS
Backend & Databases
Node.js, Supabase, PostgreSQL, SQL, PHP
CMS & Tools
WordPress, WooCommerce, Git/GitHub, VS Code, Figma, Vercel
Project Management
Jira, Trello, Agile/Scrum basics, Notion, Monday.com, Odoo.com
Testing
Jest, QA & debugging
Other
API integration (Telegram bots, payments, external APIs), UI design basics, AI prompting
Professional Experience
NaisTaxi App – Mobile Application
Frontend Developer
React Native, TypeScript, Expo
- Developed core UI components and screens using a reusable design system.
- Implemented navigation structure, layouts, icons, and user interaction elements.
- Improved app usability by refining component logic, styling, and responsive behaviour.
- Built e-commerce store, booking system, and wishlist features.
- Integrated Telegram bots for booking notifications and Revolut for payments.
- Implemented admin panel with Supabase for product and content management.
- Deployed on Vercel and actively used by clients.
Additional Projects
Opiskele suomea
A Russian-language website for my online Finnish lessons.
- Task: create an online presence for my Finnish teaching business, including lesson information, practice and booking.
- What I did: built the React.js website and UI, integrated Calendly, created a shared visual style and social media page, and planned a visibility strategy.
- Result: a 16-word A1 to B2 vocabulary exercise with flashcards and a quiz, a Calendly booking calendar and Telegram contact. The site is in use for student bookings.
Karelian Word Club
Interactive Karelian language and culture games in English and Russian.
- Task: create interactive content for my Instagram blog about Karelian culture, @varvararinne, serving a real channel and audience.
- What I did: used AI-assisted development to build games and interactive creatives in React.js for the existing blog.
- Result: vocabulary flashcards, a Finnish-or-Karelian game and a “Which Karelian are you?” quiz.
Education
Business College Helsinki – Full Stack Web Developer Program
October 2025
Focus: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, PHP, SQL, WordPress, UI/UX, React Native
University of Helsinki – Bachelor’s Degree
October 2021
Major: Russian Language and Literature · Minor: Finnish Language and Culture
Languages: English (Proficient), Finnish (Proficient), Russian (Native)
Additional Background
- Strong results in sales (+40% annual increase), consistently exceeding targets and building lasting client relationships (60% returning customers).
- Background in coaching (2 years of experience), supporting problem-solving, empathy, and effective teamwork.
- Experienced in requirement gathering, bridging technical and business perspectives.
- Skilled in communication, negotiation, and presenting solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- 2 years of management experience across Beauty & Brand, as well as Maintenance and Construction sectors. expanded business by 30%, improved client acquisition, and built a strong team using Scrum and Agile methods.