Nenad Tičarić, Developer in Zagreb, Croatia
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Nenad Tičarić

Verified Expert  in Engineering

Full-stack Developer

Zagreb, Croatia

Toptal member since January 25, 2014

Bio

With 15 years in tech, Nenad transitioned from full-stack development to artificial intelligence (AI) expertise. Skilled in front-end, back-end, and open-source technologies, he excels in complex challenges. His deep experience in information retrieval complements his proficiency in artificial intelligence and machine learning, leading to innovative, efficient solutions.

Portfolio

TNT Studio
Laravel, PHP, Architecture, Large Language Models (LLMs), Full-stack...
Magnet Co.
MySQL, Laravel, PHP

Experience

  • Full-stack - 15 years
  • PHP - 15 years
  • Agile Software Development - 14 years
  • MySQL - 12 years
  • Architecture - 10 years
  • Laravel - 9 years
  • Large Language Models (LLMs) - 1 year
  • Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT) - 1 year

Availability

Part-time

Preferred Environment

Visual Studio Code (VS Code), Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT), Architecture

The most amazing...

...creations I've built include a dynamic schedule generator, an AI chatbot for law interaction, and a sophisticated email flow builder.

Work Experience

CEO

2013 - PRESENT
TNT Studio
  • Spearheaded the development and deployment of comprehensive CRM solutions, enhancing client business operations.
  • Designed and integrated AI-powered chatbots, leading to a 30% reduction in average customer query resolution time and a 15% increase in customer satisfaction for our clients.
  • Successfully developed and optimized numerous business websites, achieving an average 25% increase in user engagement and a 35% improvement in load times, utilizing Laravel and modern full-stack development practices.
  • Managed and directed multiple full-stack development projects from concept to launch, ensuring seamless integration of front-end and back-end technologies.
Technologies: Laravel, PHP, Architecture, Large Language Models (LLMs), Full-stack, Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT)

Senior Web Developer (LAMP)

2014 - 2015
TubeStart Inc (via Toptal)
  • Created a fully featured crowdfunding platform.
  • Handled Paypal Adaptive payment integration.
  • Designed a REST API.
  • Handled testing with PHPUnit.
  • Handled site optimization for mobile.
Technologies: PHP, Laravel

Senior Web Developer

2012 - 2014
Magnet Co.
  • Built various eCommerce systems with WordPress.
  • Built custom applications with Laravel.
  • Handled PSD to HTML conversions.
  • Developed WordPress themes.
  • Used Twitter Bootstrap for developing user interfaces.
Technologies: MySQL, Laravel, PHP

Web Developer

2011 - 2013
Juicy Results
  • Handled PSD to HTML conversions.
  • Built WordPress themes.
Technologies: PHP

Web Developer

2010 - 2012
CARNet - Croatian Academic and Research Network
  • Developed a custom CMS system that is used by thousands of schools in Croatia.
  • Developed custom in-house applications.
  • Resolved security incidents.
  • Worked with WordPress Multisite.
  • Handled PSD to HTML conversions.
Technologies: PHP

Experience

vonHolzhausen.com

http://vonholzhausen.com/
An eCommerce site powered by WordPress from a PSD.

CARNet

http://www.carnet.hr/
I developed and maintained this custom CMS system that was converted from PSD to HTML.

Portal za škole

http://skole.hr/
I handled development and maintenance of this custom CMS system that was converted from PSD to HTML. I also created a mobile version of the website.

e-Knjižnica

A custom CMS system (PSD to HTML).

edu.hr portal

A custom CMS system (PSD to HTML).

FindMyCoaching

A custom Laravel application that I developed for managing coaching institutes and students.

Primeros

A customer relationship management system CRM that I built.

FromHR

http://from.hr/
A WordPress Multisite system that I created. It automates the user registration process and domain management.

Drzavna matura

http://drzavnamatura.skole.hr/
I created a mobile version for this website.

Education

2012 - 2014

Master's Degree in Information Technology

Tehničko veleučilište u Zagrebu - Zagreb, Croatia

2007 - 2010

Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Engineering

Tehničko veleučilište u Zagrebu - Zagreb, Croatia

Skills

Languages

JavaScript, PHP

Frameworks

Laravel

Platforms

Visual Studio Code (VS Code)

Paradigms

Agile Software Development, Test-driven Development (TDD), Continuous Integration (CI), Object-oriented Programming (OOP)

Storage

MySQL

Other

Architecture, Large Language Models (LLMs), Full-stack, Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT), Natural Language Processing (NLP), Single-page Applications (SPAs)

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