Hooda
AbdulShakoor
Market Researcher @ Hub47 | Frontend Developer | UI/UX Designer | BSc IT (First Class) | React.js | TypeScript | Python
About Me
Hi, I’m Hooda AbdulShakoor, a passionate developer and recent BSc IT graduate with First-Class Honors from Middlesex University Dubai. I specialize in building functional and user-friendly solutions, with hands-on experience in frontend development, full-stack programming, and user-centered design. My journey has been fueled by a desire to combine technology and creativity to solve real-world problems. Over the past year, I’ve contributed as a Frontend Developer and Full-Stack Contributor across various projects. At RelphaCare, I developed and implemented an AI-driven healthcare platform using Next.js and TypeScript, ensuring seamless performance and a clean user experience. During my internship at Motus One, I focused on managing and streamlining critical client data, ensuring operational efficiency with tools like Mondays.com and Excel. My time at KT Gamez allowed me to dive into game development, collaborating to build interactive experiences using Unity and Construct 3. In addition to my work experiences, I’ve led impactful projects like WayWeGo, a sustainable carpooling app showcased at GITEX Expand North Star, and other applications such as EduSync and TabibSouq. My expertise spans Next.js, React.js, MongoDB, TypeScript, and Python, with a keen interest in writing clean code and delivering responsive designs that prioritize user needs. Moving forward, I aim to grow as a developer while integrating my skills in UI/UX design to build innovative solutions that truly make a difference. I’m always eager to learn, collaborate, and tackle new challenges that push me toward becoming a better tech professional. Let’s connect and explore how we can create something impactful together!
Experience
AIESEC in the United Arab Emirates
Core Committee (CC) Member – Sales & Partnerships | Youth Speak Forum 2025
As a Core Committee (CC) Member for Sales & Partnerships at Youth Speak Forum 2025, I contribute to securing sponsorships, managing partnerships, and supporting fundraising efforts to ensure the event’s success. This role provides hands-on experience in networking, negotiations, and sponsorship management, enhancing my skills in relationship-building and strategic communication.
HUB47
Market Researcher
As a Market Researcher at Hub47, I support entrepreneurs in understanding their market, guiding them through the research process to make informed business decisions. I help startups analyze trends, identify opportunities, and navigate challenges, ensuring they have the right insights to grow and succeed. My role is to lead them throughout their journey.
RelphaCareTechnologies · Internship
User Interface Designer & Front-end Developer
As a UX/UI Designer and Frontend Developer at RelphaCare Technologies, I designed user-friendly interfaces using Figma, focusing on animations and aesthetics. Collaborating with a talented team, we created and refined UI frames that connect with users. In the frontend development phase, I helped transition these designs into functional code using Next.js, Tailwind CSS, and React.js. This internship provided hands-on experience in both design and development, allowing me to enhance my skills and work effectively within a team. The guidance from Nikitha Abigail, CEO and Founder, was invaluable throughout this journey.
Middlesex University Dubai
Student Volunteer
As a student at Middlesex, I volunteered for various events over three years by contacting the events coordinator whenever I wanted to participate.
MOTUS | ONE · Internship
Client Services
As a Client Service Intern at Motus One, I helped manage and update important information using Mondays.com. My duties included keeping accurate records of events, client details, projects, staffing times, and event dates. By paying close attention to detail, I ensured the company’s information was reliable and operations ran smoothly.
Giro Gamez · Internship
Game Developer
As a Game Developer at KT Gamez, I played a key role in creating engaging gaming experiences. Using skills in Unity and Construct 3, I helped develop notable releases, including a Mario game, an endless runner, and a multiplayer game. In addition to coding, I actively participated in the creative process, offering valuable feedback on wireframes and contributing to video editing projects. My diverse role involved working closely with a team of Giro Gamez designers, artists, and programmers, supporting the company's mission to deliver captivating and innovative games.
Education
Middlesex University Dubai
BSc, Information Technology
Skills: User-centered Design · Git · Communication · Mobile Applications · Usability Testing · Microsoft PowerPoint · Mobile Games · Information Architecture · Game Development · Team Management · Public Speaking · Programming · Responsive Web Design · Full-Stack Development · Team Coordination · Mockups · Microsoft Office · Leadership · Web Development
GEMS Education
High School Diploma
Skills: Project Management · Microsoft PowerPoint · Problem Solving · Microsoft Excel · Team Management · Public Speaking · Team Coordination · MySQL · Python (Programming Language) · Microsoft Office · Microsoft Word · Leadership · Web Development · Pandas (Software)