Praveen Pal

I'm Praveen Pal a Senior Frontend Engineer from India who builds, and ships, fast and accessible web products.

With 7+ years of experience, I specialize in React, Next.js, and TypeScript, with full-stack depth across Node.js, GraphQL, and PostgreSQL: from clean, accessible UIs to the APIs and infrastructure behind them. What I care about most is impact: web experiences that are fast, inclusive, and actually move the numbers that matter.

I've led frontend work across e-commerce, SaaS, healthcare, and funded startups. As founding engineer at Folkflair, I rebuilt the product and checkout flows to grow conversion 35% and lift Core Web Vitals, and tripled organic traffic in four months. Earlier, I founded a Frontend Architecture Center of Excellence that set performance, SEO, accessibility, and security standards for a team of 10+ engineers, and built the frontend for a rewards platform serving 65M+ users.

Most recently, I shipped Daily Execute , a calm, focused habit-tracking app for busy professionals, now live on Google Play . I built it solo, end-to-end: React Native and Expo on the front, Supabase on the back, and a Next.js marketing site. It's the clearest example of how I like to work — from an idea to a shipped, real product people can use.

Beyond code, I write and speak about frontend architecture, performance, and system design, and I stay active in the web community. I believe the web should be inclusive, accessible, and built with purpose — and I'm happiest working on products that make life a little better for the people who use them. If you're building something like that, I'd love to help make it faster and more accessible for more people.

Some trivia about me:

  • I recharge at tech meetups and design jams — community energy is my fuel.
  • I live for music, poetry, and deep conversations.
  • I value simplicity and minimalism in both code and life.
  • I bring long-term vision, a calm mindset, and a good sense of humor to every team I join.
"The frontend isn't just about visuals — it's where the entire user experience succeeds or fails. And the backend? That's where the experience comes to life."

Soft Skills

Certain skills I've picked up along the way that deserve mentioning:

Open-source/Collaboration

As a passionate full-stack web developer, I strongly believe in the open-source ethos. Open-source projects embody the spirit of collaboration and innovation. They bring together diverse talents to create solutions that benefit the global community. I actively contribute to open-source initiatives, constantly learning and growing while sharing my expertise with others. Collaboration is not just a concept but a way of life in my development journey.

Few open source repositories I heavily contribute to:

  • almanac.httparchive.org : HTTP Archive's annual "State of the Web" report made by the web community
  • awesome-wpo : A curated list of Web Performance Optimization. Everyone can contribute here!
  • Google-Gifts : Google Gifts is a list of some interesting website of Google.
  • web.dev : Guidance to build modern web experiences that work on any browser.

Community Building

In the world of technology, community building is essential. It's about fostering connections, sharing knowledge, and inspiring one another. I'm not just a developer; I'm a community builder. I engage with like-minded individuals, organize events, and initiate discussions to create a supportive and vibrant ecosystem. Together, we shape the future of web development.

A few communities I am active in:

  • ALittleWeb.org : A nonprofit community dedicated to shaping the future of the Web

Ability to work with little supervision

One of my core strengths is the ability to work independently, with a drive to excel in every project I undertake. Whether I'm crafting responsive web designs or creating interactive user interfaces, I bring a self-starter attitude. My extensive experience has honed my skills, enabling me to work efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision. This trait ensures that I deliver results consistently, making me a reliable and self-reliant full-stack web developer.

Setup

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My Setup
My Setup

Usage

Tools, technologies and gadgets I use on a daily basis but not limited to.

Technologies

Tools

Hardware

Usage

Tools, technologies and gadgets I use on a daily basis but not limited to.

Technologies

  • reactReact.js → UI library for building interactive user interfaces
  • nextjsNext.js → React framework for server-side rendering, static sites & APIs
  • nodejsNode.js → Backend runtime for scalable APIs and microservices
  • graphqlGraphQL → Flexible query language for APIs
  • tailwindcssTailwind CSS → Utility-first CSS framework for building modern UIs
  • typescriptlangTypeScript → Typed superset of JavaScript for reliable applications
  • sass-langSass (SCSS) → CSS preprocessor for structured, maintainable stylesheets
  • wordpressWordPress → Open-source CMS for websites and content management
  • sanitySanity → Headless CMS for structured content and APIs
  • vitejsVite → Modern frontend build tool for blazing fast development

Tools

  • Visual Studio Code → Text editor of choice for development
  • figmaFigma → Collaborative interface design tool
  • vercelVercel → Deployment platform optimized for Next.js and frontend apps
  • githubGit & GitHub → Version control and code collaboration
  • postmanPostman → API development and testing tool
  • notionNotion → Notes, documentation, and task/project management
  • atlassianJira / trelloTrello → Agile project and issue tracking
  • slackSlack → Communication and collaboration for remote teams
  • googleGoogle Chrome / mozillaFirefox → Browsers for development and debugging
  • spotifySpotify → Music streaming to power productivity 🎧

Communities and Conferences

Explore my journey through various tech communities and conferences where innovation, learning, and collaboration thrive. From speaking engagements to interactive workshops, these moments capture the spirit of shared knowledge and growth. Dive into the gallery to witness the energy of these events and join me in celebrating the tech community!

Praveen Pal on stage
Praveen Pal on stage
Praveen Pal on stage
Praveen Pal on stage
Praveen Pal on stage
Praveen Pal on stage

Heroes

Inspired by Rafael Conde's heroes list, here's my own curated lineup of code conjurers and digital dynamos that I'm absolutely stoked to meet someday. "In no particular order"