Gabor Detari

Took charge of the iOS development for a health monitoring app tailored to the elderly at Safety+, a startup in partnership with Motorola.

ROLE, ACHIEVEMENTS, AND TECH INSIGHTS

• Collaborated with a global team of five to develop the app's core features.
• Leveraged Swift, SwiftUI, Firebase, and intricate Bluetooth communication.
• Implemented highly accurate fall incident monitoring, relaying data from the watch to the back end through Bluetooth and API calls.
• Developed a manual emergency alert system, allowing users to manually notify caretakers during emergencies.
• Implemented a feature to share vital statistics with families and caregivers.

As a result of my involvement, the app, which previously struggled with a 2.5-star rating and missed emergency incidents, underwent a significant transformation. It is now a reliable solution with a 4.8-star rating, ensuring zero unnoticed events and reflecting the trust and satisfaction of its users.

Pioneered the development of an inclusive identification card verification framework specifically designed for the visually impaired at Onfido, a prominent firm with 650 members serving over 1,000 enterprises, including Revolut, Gotrade, bunq, Barclays, and Bitstamp.

ROLE, ACHIEVEMENTS, AND TECH INSIGHTS

• Collaborated with a team of 10 people to successfully deploy the solution using Swift.
• Used neural engine, image processing, and accessibility frameworks to assist users in accurately positioning IDs like passports and licenses, ensuring optimal data capture.
• Initially conceived with accessibility in mind, the success of my solution led to its integration into the standard user flow, enhancing the experience for millions of users.

The solution enabled tens of thousands of visually impaired users to integrate and use the product. This achievement earned the solution praise, certifications for accessibility, and special praise from Barclays, reflecting the solution's impact and importance in the industry.

Spearheaded the implementation of significant enhancements for a white-label banking app at Backbase, a global leader boasting 2000+ employees and 150+ enterprise clients, trusted by industry giants such as ABN AMRO, Barclays, Credit Suisse, and Deutsche Bank. This app caters to millions of users on a daily basis.

ROLE, ACHIEVEMENTS, AND TECH INSIGHTS

• Migrated app sections from Objective-C to Swift using SwiftUI and UIKit.
• Revamped the core iOS framework, resulting in an impressive 80% reduction in issue rates.
• Created a remote configuration service similar to the capabilities offered by Firebase.
• Introduced advanced development practices while serving as the sole iOS expert in an 8-member team.
• Implemented CI/CD processes that led to significant time savings of tens of hours for developers each month.

By significantly improving the app's adaptability and reliability, I raised its fintech standard to new heights.

Led a handpicked team selected by Apple to develop a standout game for Apple Arcade, a platform with 100 million subscribers. We were among the exclusive 100 developers worldwide chosen for this endeavor.

ROLE, ACHIEVEMENTS, AND TECH INSIGHTS

• Implemented innovative controls that provided an engaging gameplay experience by leveraging the phone's gyroscope.
• Created the game using Unity and C#, with high-fidelity graphics that ran seamlessly at 60 fps, even on older devices, demonstrating our exceptional optimization skills.
• Drawing upon my deep understanding of iOS UX, we ensured that players found our game visually appealing and intuitive to navigate.
• As the technical lead of a 7-member team, I regularly presented our progress to Apple representatives throughout an intense eight-month period.

Our game received praise for its graphics and performance, demonstrating our ability to meet and exceed the high standards set by industry leaders like Apple.

Directed the development of the iGO Navigation at NNG, overseeing its growth from a startup of 50 to a 1000-employee enterprise. The app set new standards for car navigation and left a lasting impact on iOS.

ROLE, ACHIEVEMENTS, AND TECH INSIGHTS

• Led a core team of six senior developers and effectively coordinated larger projects involving over 40 team members.
• Introduced global navigation to iOS, establishing a new standard for mobile devices in the industry.
• Our version of iGO Navigation, designed for embedded automotive hardware and PNAs, outperformed competitors by calculating routes 3x faster and utilizing 5x less storage.
• Developed in C++ and ported to iOS with Objective-C, our software had quick route generation, route customization, real-time traffic insights, and speed cam alerts and was optimized for automotive hardware.

Our software consistently earned the prestigious title of Best Navigation Software. The recognition extended beyond accolades, as renowned automotive leaders such as Toyota, GM, and Ford embraced our navigation solution, underlining its quality and effectiveness. Through our collective efforts and innovative approach, we successfully set industry standards for navigation tools across platforms.

Steered Cubby, a file sync solution that rivaled Dropbox, at LogMeIn, a giant with over 3,500 employees. Serving more than 100 companies and 10,000 users, Cubby introduced a distinctive feature: the ability to sync any folder across devices, including Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, and the web. Its competitive advantage was its unlimited P2P syncing capability, free from cloud storage constraints.

ROLE, ACHIEVEMENTS, AND TECH INSIGHTS

• Took charge of a stagnant project, swiftly assembled a team of eight diverse experts, and, in six months, presented a beta version ready for user testing.
• Worked closely with back-end, web, and database teams for a unified development approach.
• Employed platform-specific tools, ensuring a tailored user experience across devices.
• Researched and developed a unique P2P syncing algorithm to facilitate limitless data transfers.
• Collaborated with web and database teams, integrating APIs for seamless data exchange.

The result was a highly acclaimed product recognized by tech critics for its innovative P2P sync functionality and intuitive design. This project exemplified my ability to deliver swift turnarounds, technical expertise, and unwavering dedication to a superior user experience.

Founded Tribe, a cross-platform app available on Android and iOS that allows board gamers to find, create, and join local events.

ROLE, ACHIEVEMENTS, AND TECH INSIGHTS

• Managed Tribe's end-to-end development process, overseeing iOS and Android development, marketing, and UX in collaboration with a team of six professionals.
• Empowered users to easily set up their own gaming events or join other users' meetups.
• Integrated a shop within the app, enabling users to conveniently purchase board games.
• Garnered interest from major publishers at a prominent board game convention in Essen, with potential funding opportunities.
• Leveraged Firebase for the app's back-end infrastructure, initially utilizing Objective-C and later transitioning to Swift.
• Crafted the user experience to align with the specific needs of our target users.

During its 1.5-year beta run, Tribe secured a strong 4.8+ star rating and fostered an active community of users. Tribe's impact in the board gaming space is a reflection of our team's effort and vision.

Developed an app tailored for lawyers in Africa that provides easy access to a wide range of court judgments. Recognizing the challenges posed by unreliable internet connectivity, a standout feature of the app is its robust offline search functionality, capable of rapidly scanning through gigabytes of legal texts.

ROLE, ACHIEVEMENTS, AND TECH INSIGHTS

• Took charge of the entire application lifecycle while serving as the sole developer on this project.
• Successfully implemented a lightning-fast offline search feature, crucial for navigating vast legal documents efficiently.
• Employed Couchbase NoSQL for optimal search efficiency and leveraged diverse technologies to maximize the app's effectiveness and enhance the overall user experience.

The app has been widely acclaimed by lawyers, with thousands of downloads and an impressive review score of 4.9.

Created an iOS app designed to enhance medical students' skills throughout their clinical residency. It utilizes flashcards and advanced algorithms to guide focused learning based on individual performance.

ROLE, ACHIEVEMENTS, AND TECH INSIGHTS

• Acted as the project's main developer, building the application from scratch.
Successfully attracted thousands of medical students due to the app's adaptability.
• Established a solid revenue stream for the client's growth.
• Used Firebase for the back end, ensuring real-time updates and seamless user experiences.

This study app has already attracted thousands of medical students, contributing to the advancement of clinical medical education.

Led the development of a new dating app tailored for the Australian audience.

ROLE, ACHIEVEMENTS, AND TECH INSIGHTS

• Played a pivotal role in overseeing the entire development process.
• Managed a three-member team, ensuring the project stayed on track.
• Created the app's front end using Objective-C and UiKit and the back end with Node.js.
• Employed Firebase for smooth back-end processes and improved user interactions

By incorporating engaging quizzes, the app matched individuals based on their answers, resulting in an impressive 474,000 matches in the first few months after its launch. Consequently, the app has a solid 4.8-star rating on the App Store.

Developed an iOS app that allowed users to nominate their selfies, join competitions, and vote for winners, creating a lively social platform.

ROLE, ACHIEVEMENTS, AND TECH INSIGHTS

• Built the iOS app from scratch, translating client-provided designs into a fully functional application.
• Led a team of six, providing technical direction for iOS development and establishing guidelines for Android, web, and back-end development.
• Used Firebase for back-end tasks, ensuring smooth user interactions and voting processes.

The app quickly attracted thousands of users, eager to dive into the selfie contests.