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Illya Sokolov | Portfolio
Fullstack Developer

Software Developer & Creative Enthusiast. A developer experienced in
building backend solutions, game mechanics, and working with AI algorithms.
Beyond coding, I am an active UI design and video editing enthusiast, which
helps me create cohesive and engaging digital products.

Contact Information

● Location: Lviv, Ukraine
● GitHub: https://github.com/GoodIllyaX
● LinkedIn: [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section)
● Email: [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section)
● Telegram: @GGIllyaX
● Behance: https://www.behance.net/14bc601e

Technical Skills

● Backend: Node.js, NestJS, Express.js, REST APIs.
● Languages: TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, Java, C++, React native
● Databases & Cloud: MongoDB, Azure Blob Storage, supabase
● Tools: JWT, Jira, Git, Docker, Draw.io
● Designer tools: Figma, Affinity, CapCut

Creative Skills

UI/UX Design: Advanced study of interface and service design.
Video Editing: Proficient in CapCut and DaVinci Resolv

Education
IT STEP University - Bachelor of Computer Science and Technology
(Expected 2026).
 Certifications & Achievements (Credly)

I hold official digital badges verifying my competencies in IT and networking
technologies:

● Cisco Networking Academy: Verified knowledge in networking and
systems administration.
● Networking Academy Learn-A-Thon: Successful completion of intensive
training programs.

Professional Experience

Backend Developer | IT STEP University (Project Work) (October 2024 –
June 2025)
● Developed a NestJS and TypeScript backend, implementing centralized
error handling and data validation via DTOs.
● Configured secure user registration and access control.
● Project: NestProjectEnglishNextStep – Collaborative development of
the server-side architecture.

Backend Developer | WellSy Project (Meest) (October 2023 – July 2024)
● Built a scalable API using Express.js with JWT-based authentication.
● Integrated Azure Blob Storage for reliable image and file management.

Key Projects (GitHub)

1. Aether-app: A React Native thesis project featuring a mobile app with a
Node.js backend.
2. NestProjectEnglishNextStep: Lead backend contributor for a team
project. Focused on server-side logic and application architecture using
TypeScript and NestJS.
3. PyGameTopShooter: A Python-based shooter where I implemented
real-time game logic and event handling.
4. OSHI_Lab: Research into AI fundamentals using Jupyter Notebooks.
5. Java_smallApp: Practical application of Object-Oriented Programming
(OOP) in Java
 Key Projects (GitHub)
1. X-WARD — Privacy-First AI Parking Ecosystem

Experience & Activity

Active Development: 60+ contributions over the past year.

Versatility: Experienced in both high-stakes team environments (NestJS) and
individual research into algorithms and game dev.