Full Stack PHP Developer with AI Integrations

NANTHINI S

Full Stack Developer PHP · Laravel · CodeIgniter

************@*****.*** +91-938**-***** Chennai, India

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Adaptable Full Stack Developer with 4+ years of experience building and deploying scalable web applications using Core PHP, Laravel, CodeIgniter, Slim, Node.js, Express.js, Angular, MySQL and MongoDB. Proven track record of delivering AI-powered platforms, e-commerce systems and government applications end-to-end — from REST API design and third-party integrations to production deployment. Skilled at translating client requirements into reliable, high-quality solutions.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Backend Core PHP, Laravel, CodeIgniter, Slim, Node.js, Express.js, REST / Web APIs, OOP, Python, JS Frontend Angular, React, Responsive UI Development Databases MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Drizzle ORM

DevOps & Hosting AWS, VPS, GoDaddy, Hostinger, Bluehost, cPanel, FileZilla, PuTTY, DNS & SSL configuration AI & Integrations Gemini API, WhatsApp Chatbot / API, PayPal, third-party verification APIs, webhooks Soft Skills Communication, Team Leadership, Problem-Solving, Adaptability, Self-Learning PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PHP Developer Oct 2024 – Present

TRST Score Chennai, India

AI-Powered Background Verification Platform

Built an AI-driven background verification platform using Gemini API for automated candidate screening and document analysis.

Automated identity/document checks and conversational follow-ups via a WhatsApp chatbot, significantly reducing manual verification time and improving throughput and candidate response rates. Background Verification System (Slim PHP)

Implemented end-to-end verification workflows and third-party vendor integrations with robust webhook handling and retry logic, reducing verification errors.

Tech: Slim (PHP), WhatsApp API, third-party verification APIs WhatsApp Chatbot Integration

Developed a WhatsApp chatbot using the WhatsApp Business API to collect candidate details and required documents for the background verification process. Integrated the Gemini API to validate candidate information and perform instant background verification through third-party verification services.

Implemented real-time webhook processing, automated verification status updates, and retry mechanisms, reducing manual effort and improving verification turnaround time for TRST Score. Third-Party Integrations

Integrated SmartRecruiters, LTFS and Zwayam platforms for automated candidate sourcing and verification data sync.

Software Developer Dec 2022 – Sep 2024

Dextra Technologies Chennai, India

DeliverSG — Food Delivery Application

Developed a food delivery platform with restaurant browsing, cart, authentication and real-time order tracking. Tech: Angular, Express.js, MongoDB

US Cricket Store — E-commerce Application

Built an e-commerce platform for cricket merchandise with responsive UI, REST APIs and PayPal payment integration.

Tech: Angular, Laravel, MySQL

Auditor Tracker — Government Project

Developed and maintained core modules and REST APIs for seamless data exchange between government systems.

Resolved performance bottlenecks, optimized database queries and improved response times and application stability.

Tech: CodeIgniter, PHP, MySQL, REST APIs

PHP Developer May 2022 – Nov 2022

Zeoner India Pvt Ltd Coimbatore, India

OpenEMR — Healthcare Management System

Developed and enhanced modules for the OpenEMR healthcare platform: feature implementation, bug fixing and database operations supporting healthcare workflows. Tech: PHP, MySQL

DEPLOYMENT & SERVER MANAGEMENT

Deployed and maintained web applications on AWS, GoDaddy, Hostinger, Bluehost, Goviral and VPS hosting environments.

Managed production deployments using FileZilla and PuTTY for secure file transfer and remote server administration.

Configured and managed domains, DNS records, SSL certificates and hosting environments. Created and managed databases, database users and server configurations in production environments. Performed server monitoring, troubleshooting and routine maintenance to ensure high availability and performance.

Coordinated production releases while ensuring minimal downtime and smooth deployment processes. EDUCATION

Bachelor of Technology — Information Technology Jun 2018 – May 2022 Marthandam College of Engineering and Technology, Nagercoil Nagercoil, India KEY STRENGTHS

End-to-end ownership: requirement analysis, API design, development, deployment and production support. Hands-on experience integrating AI (Gemini API) and chatbot automation into business workflows. Quick learner comfortable across multiple frameworks, hosting platforms and client environments. DECLARATION

I hereby declare that the information provided above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. Place: Chennai NANTHINI S

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