Software Engineering Intern at Gudwork Inc.

Time frame: May – August 2024

Team: Engineering (Remote, Startup Environment)

Project(s): Backend infrastructure and API development

Tech Stack

Python

SQL

PHP

What I Delivered

Designed and managed relational database schemas to ensure fast, reliable data access across the application.

Built scalable backend services in PHP, contributing across multiple repositories in a production codebase.

Developed RESTful API endpoints to enable consistent frontend-backend communication and structured error handling.

Improved system modularity and maintainability, working directly under the CTO in a fast-paced startup environment.

Impact and What I Learned

Working at a early-stage startup meant wearing multiple hats, moving fast, and making architectural decisions with real consequences. This experience shaped how I think about backend systems and engineering in resource-constrained environments.

Startup Engineering

Contributing directly to a production codebase under the CTO taught me how to write clean, maintainable code under real business pressure.

Backend Fundamentals

Designing schemas and building RESTful APIs deepened my understanding of data modeling, system reliability, and API contract design.

Remote Collaboration

Working remotely in a fast-paced environment reinforced the importance of clear communication, documentation, and async workflows.

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