👋 Hi, I'm Rafsun Chowdhury (@rafsuntaskin)
I’m a Software Engineer and programmer who loves solving problems and building scalable, high-impact solutions.
With a strong Computer Science & Engineering background, I adapt quickly to any tech stack and thrive in challenging, fast-paced environments — from backend architecture to frontend experiences.
- 💡 Mindset: Programmer first — I enjoy breaking down complex problems into clean, efficient, and maintainable solutions.
- 🔧 Core Strengths: Software architecture, debugging, backend systems, API design, and performance optimization.
- 🚀 Experience: 10+ years in software engineering, leading teams and shipping large-scale applications used by millions.
- 💬 Approach: Blend of analytical problem-solving, creative engineering, and hands-on technical leadership.
- 🧩 Recent Work: Core contributor to The Events Calendar ecosystem until November 2025, building event, ticketing, and seat-management systems.
- 🌱 Exploring: TypeScript frameworks, hybrid WordPress × Next.js architectures, and SaaS-style automation tools.
Languages: PHP · JavaScript · TypeScript · Python · C · C++
Frameworks: React · Next.js · Vue.js · Node.js · Express · Laravel
Databases: MySQL · Firestore · SQLite
Dev Tools: Git · Docker · Lando · Jest · Xdebug · Firebase
Other: REST APIs · CI/CD · Plugin Frameworks · Performance Profiling
| Project | Description | Tech Stack | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Events Calendar | #1 Calendar Plugin for WordPress (800K+ active installs). Built and maintained multiple core features and extensions, focusing on stability, performance, and compatibility. Contributed to REST API architecture, caching improvements, and UI enhancements. | PHP · JS · React · REST API | 🚀 Used by 800K+ websites |
| Event Tickets & Registration | Designed and implemented RSVP and paid ticket systems with PayPal and Stripe integration. Enhanced checkout UX, reliability, and real-time ticket validation. Over 3,300+ commits, ranked #1 contributor in the project. | PHP · TypeScript · React · WordPress REST API | 🎟️ 90K+ active installs |
| Seating Chart System | Developed a hybrid Next.js + WordPress integration for seat selection and pricing management. Implemented interactive seat mapping, real-time seat syncing, and iframe communication between React and WordPress. | Next.js · TypeScript · React · WordPress REST API | 💺 Modern interactive seating UX |
| Dokan Multivendor for WooCommerce | Contributed to marketplace architecture supporting thousands of stores. Built vendor dashboard, order management, and WooCommerce compatibility layers. Focused on performance, extensibility, and developer experience. | PHP · Vue.js · WooCommerce · REST API | 🛍️ 50K+ active installs |
| WP ERP | Led the development and UI overhaul of ERP modules (Accounting, CRM, HR). Introduced improved navigation and collaboration features, significantly boosting usability and engagement. | PHP · Vue.js · WordPress · JS | 🧾 Enhanced daily user workflow |
| WP User Frontend | Directed feature expansion and UI/UX redesign. Managed 15+ feature modules using Vue.js, WordPress, and ACF. Doubled active installations from 10K → 20K and achieved record 5-star reviews. | Vue.js · PHP · WooCommerce · ACF | 🌟 10K → 20K installs, top user rating |
- 🧩 1.7K+ contributions last year
- 🏆 GitHub Achievements: Pull Shark, Pair Extraordinaire, Arctic Code Vault Contributor
- 🧑💻 Passionate about open-source, developer tooling, and building reliable systems at scale
💬 “Great code solves problems — not just tickets.”
Thanks for visiting! Always open to interesting collaborations, tech chats, and new challenges.