Hi, Im Salma 👋
I'm a Fullstack Software Engineer who enjoys building digital products. I work across the stack, from React and Next.js on the frontend to APIs and databases on the backend. I also spend time working with Linux and DevOps.
I write about software engineering, productivity, and the small lessons life teaches along the way. I care about good software and thoughtful engineering. As AI changes how we build software, I believe our greatest leverage comes from taste: recognizing what makes software simple, reliable, and timeless.
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The Pragmatic Programmer Summary: Mindset and Attitude.The mindsets and attitudes that changed how I see what a good programmer actually looks like. Not the coding techniques—but the habits, the ownership, the way of thinking that separates those who write code from those who truly craft software.
Summary of Start with WhyI first came across Simon Sinek’s Start with Why video on YouTube, and it completely opened my eyes to the universal power of asking “why.” This book helped me understand the source of the fire I once carried in my youth—and how it gradually faded as I grew older.
The Mysterious Affair at Styles Novel ReviewArthur Hastings and his close friend Hercule Poirot must investigate a case that occurred in a noble family who lived in Styles Castle. The owner of the house, Mrs. Inglethorp was found dying in a locked room, in pain that made his body bend upwards, resting on his head and toes, and then died.
A Midsummer's Equation Novel ReviewInitially, local police thought the case was a suicide due to a collision on the victim's head with a stone. However, after the autopsy, something odd was discovered. It turned out that Tsukahara had already died before falling on the cliff. The identified cause of death was carbon monoxide poisoning.Projects
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Senior Frontend Engineer
Salla E-Commerce · Sep 2024 - Mar 2026
Contributed to building and enhancing features across three product teams: Vendors, Marketing, and Shipping, within one of Saudi Arabia's leading e-commerce platforms. My work spanned complex UI implementations, microfrontend integrations, and cross-team collaboration to deliver merchant-facing features at scale.
Fullstack Engineer
Akal · May 2024 - Jul 2024
During this part-time engagement, I focused on enhancing Akal's digital presence and developing new service offerings. Working across both frontend and backend technologies, I contributed to their platform expansion and user experience improvements.
Senior Frontend Engineer
Flip.id · Aug 2020 - May 2024
In my senior role at Flip.id, one of Indonesia's leading fintech companies, I took on technical leadership responsibilities that spanned multiple applications and teams. My focus was on creating reusable solutions, establishing development standards, and optimizing performance across the platform while mentoring developers.