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Hi, I am Florian Fackler

Skills

JavaScript/Node.js
JavaScript/Node.js

10 years of experience building full-stack applications, APIs, and microservices with modern JavaScript and Node.js ecosystem.
Vue.js & Nuxt
Vue.js & Nuxt

5 years developing reactive web applications and server-side rendered sites using Vue.js and Nuxt framework.
React
React

3 years building component-based user interfaces and single-page applications with React ecosystem.
TypeScript
TypeScript

3 years writing type-safe JavaScript applications with enhanced IDE support and maintainability.
PHP
PHP

25 years of extensive backend development experience, from legacy systems to modern PHP applications.
PHP Frameworks
PHP Frameworks

15 years working with major PHP frameworks including Zend, Symfony, Yii, and Laravel for enterprise applications.
Frontend Technologies
Frontend Technologies

20 years mastering HTML, CSS3, and preprocessors like Stylus, Less, and Sass for responsive web design.
PostgreSQL
PostgreSQL

2 years working with PostgreSQL databases, both locally and via Supabase for modern web applications.
MySQL
MySQL

20 years of database design, optimization, and administration for high-traffic web applications.
MongoDB
MongoDB

10 years developing NoSQL database solutions for flexible, document-based data storage.
Redis
Redis

5 years implementing caching strategies and real-time data solutions using Redis.
Git
Git

15 years of version control expertise with Git, GitLab, GitHub, and Gitea for collaborative development.
Docker
Docker

10 years containerizing applications and orchestrating development and production environments.
AWS
AWS

5 years deploying and managing cloud infrastructure on Amazon Web Services.
NGINX & Web Servers
NGINX & Web Servers

Up to 10 years configuring and optimizing web servers including NGINX, Apache, and Caddy.
Scrum & Agile
Scrum & Agile

12 years practicing Scrum methodology as Certified Scrum Master and Product Owner, leading agile teams.
E-Commerce Platforms
E-Commerce Platforms

Experience with Shopware, Akeneo PIM, Shopify, WooCommerce, and other e-commerce systems.
Remote Work & Leadership
Remote Work & Leadership

15 years remote work experience and 5 years leading development teams and departments (2 years in the office, 3 years remote).
Yii PHP Framework
Yii PHP Framework

20 years working with Yii PHP Framework for most of my projects. Frontend, Backend and API endpoints.
AI & LLM Integration
AI & LLM Integration

Advanced experience with AI agents, LLMs, and self-hosted AI solutions. Building AI-powered tools and integrations using Node.js and TypeScript.
Cursor AI & Vibe Coding
Cursor AI & Vibe Coding

Expert in AI-assisted development using Cursor AI and vibe-coding techniques for rapid prototyping and development with TypeScript.
Supabase & Modern Backend
Supabase & Modern Backend

2 years building modern full-stack applications with Supabase (PostgreSQL backend-as-a-service) and cloud-native architectures.
Linux
Linux

20 years working with Linux for most of my projects. I’m a Linux user and I’m comfortable with the command line.
Mac OS
Mac OS

30 years working with Mac OS first to compose music, later to develop software. Now, I can’t live without it.

Experiences

1
Digitalna Reka LLC

March 2022 - Present

USA (Remote)

Independent consulting practice delivering custom software solutions and SaaS products for SMEs with focus on digital transformation and AI integration.

Founder & Principal Consultant

March 2022 - Present

Responsibilities:
  • Cloud architecture and infrastructure design (AWS, Docker, modern DevOps)
  • SaaS platform development and scaling with TypeScript, Vue.js, React
  • Digital transformation strategy for traditional businesses transitioning to cloud
  • AI integration and automation solutions for existing workflows
  • Technical leadership and CTO advisory services
Shirtinator AG

December 2019 - Present

Munich, Germany (Remote)

E-commerce platform for custom apparel printing and merchandise.

CTO (Chief Technology Officer)

December 2019 - Present

Responsibilities:
  • Led complete migration of custom-built webshop to Shopware 5 with zero downtime
  • Managed cross-functional team of 3 (frontend, backend, server administration)
  • Established modern DevOps workflows with CI/CD, automated testing, and Docker deployments
  • Optimized performance resulting in faster page loads and improved conversion rates
  • Built scalable infrastructure to handle growing traffic and product catalog
2
3
Mayflower GmbH

November 2010 - December 2019

Munich, Germany

IT consulting and software development company specializing in enterprise solutions.

Senior Software Architect & Technical Lead

November 2010 - December 2019

Responsibilities:
  • Led architecture and development for enterprise clients: Ergo Insurance, Sixt, Stadtwerke München, Jochen Schweizer, Schönklinik
  • Built high-traffic platforms with React, TypeScript, PHP (Symfony, Laravel)
  • Developed e-commerce platforms, booking systems, price comparison engines, and utility applications
  • Provided technical consulting and team coordination for complex projects
  • Architected medical appointment scheduling for multi-location hospital network
mintao GmbH & Co. KG

2009 - 2016

Munich, Germany

IT consulting firm specialized in custom software development for SMEs and digital agencies.

Founder & Lead Consultant

2009 - 2016

Responsibilities:
  • Founded and operated independent IT consulting firm (2009-2016)
  • Managed complete project lifecycle from requirements to deployment
  • Custom web application development and e-commerce implementations
  • Database architecture, optimization, and system integration
  • Served mid-sized businesses, marketing agencies, retail, and service providers
4
5
RTL2 Fernsehen GmbH & Co. KG

2006 - 2008

Munich, Germany

Major German television broadcaster and media company.

Senior Web Developer

2006 - 2008

Responsibilities:
  • Complete redesign and technical relaunch of RTL2’s corporate web presence
  • Managed complex internal database migrations with zero downtime
  • Integrated with existing broadcast and content management systems
  • Full-stack development ensuring data integrity during legacy system modernization
karanga GmbH (posterxxl.de)

2004 - 2006

Munich, Germany

Online printing service for custom photo posters and prints.

Web Developer

2004 - 2006

Responsibilities:
  • Developed web-based poster printing platform with automated image processing
  • Built automated image cropping and quality validation systems
  • Created real-time print quality assessment with customer feedback
  • Integrated web platform directly with print production systems
  • Optimized high-volume file upload handling and processing workflows
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7
Time Life AG

2002 - 2003

Munich, Germany

Entertainment and media company with e-commerce operations.

Junior Web Developer

2002 - 2003

Responsibilities:
  • Maintained and enhanced Time Life’s e-commerce webshop in production environment
  • Implemented new features and product catalog extensions
  • Frontend development and UI improvements (HTML/CSS templates)
  • Backend programming in Perl for shopping cart and order processing
  • Database maintenance and query optimization (Oracle DB)
  • Gained foundational experience in full-stack development and e-commerce workflows

Recent Posts

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Roast My CV: A Brutally Honest CV Review Service Built with N8N, React, and Claude Opus 4.5

Job hunting is tough. You polish your CV, send it to dozens of companies, and hear nothing back. The problem? Your CV might be holding you back, and nobody’s telling you the truth about it. Friends are too polite, automated tools are too generic, and professional reviewers charge hundreds of dollars. That’s why I built Roast My CV – a micro-SaaS that delivers brutally honest, AI-powered CV reviews for just $8.99.

Friday, December 26, 2025 Read
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Asana to Gitea: Migrating Project Management to Self-Hosted Freedom

There comes a point in every team’s journey where you start questioning whether you really need another SaaS subscription. For project management, Asana is excellent – but what if you want full control over your data, integration with your self-hosted tools, and the ability to customize everything? That’s why I built asana-to-gitea – a production-ready migration tool that transfers your Asana projects into self-hosted Gitea repositories. Why Migrate from Asana to Gitea? Before diving into the technical details, let’s talk about why you’d want to do this:

Monday, November 3, 2025 Read
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Trilium Notes MCP Server: Bringing AI to Your Personal Knowledge Base

I’ve been using Trilium Notes for a while now as my personal knowledge management system. It’s powerful, self-hosted, and has a great hierarchical note structure. But there was always one thing missing: seamless AI integration. With the rise of AI assistants like Claude and the introduction of the Model Context Protocol (MCP), I saw an opportunity to bridge that gap. So I built trilium-mcp – a production-ready MCP server that lets AI assistants interact directly with your Trilium notes.

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 Read
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DeepAgent by Abacus.AI - Autonomous AI Agent Platform

Link: https://deepagent.abacus.ai/ What is DeepAgent? DeepAgent by Abacus.AI is a powerful autonomous AI agent platform designed to handle complex, multi-step tasks across various professional and creative domains. Unlike simple chatbots or code completion tools, DeepAgent acts as a general-purpose agent capable of executing sophisticated workflows end-to-end. Key Capabilities Development & Engineering Build multi-page websites with integrated payment systems (Stripe) Create full-stack applications with databases Develop custom features and raise GitHub pull requests Generate complete software projects autonomously Content Creation Generate PowerPoint presentations with professional layouts Create marketing videos featuring AI presenters Produce short-form content (TikTok reels, social media posts) Write blogs, articles, and marketing copy Research & Analysis Conduct interdisciplinary research with proper citations Perform market intelligence and competitive analysis Generate detailed financial analysis reports Synthesize information from multiple sources Specialized Automation Build chatbots with custom personas Create sales automation workflows Develop customer support AI agents Build domain-specific tools (job search assistants, travel planners) Why This Interests Me DeepAgent represents the evolution from AI assistants to autonomous AI agents – systems that can take a high-level goal and break it down into executable steps without constant human guidance. The ability to handle everything from code to content to research in one platform could significantly streamline workflows for developers, entrepreneurs, and content creators.

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 Read
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Vibe Coding with DeepSeek: Building Websites with Open Source AI Models

The landscape of web development is experiencing a paradigm shift. What if you could describe what you want and watch an AI build it in real-time? Welcome to vibe coding – a revolutionary approach to software development powered by open source AI models. At the forefront of this movement is DeepSite, a platform that leverages DeepSeek’s powerful models hosted on Hugging Face to transform natural language descriptions into fully functional websites.

Friday, September 26, 2025 Read
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CrowdStrike npm Supply Chain Attack

If you thought 2025 was going to be a quiet year for supply chain security, September had other plans. Between September 14-18, the npm ecosystem experienced what security researchers are calling the most sophisticated supply chain attack to date – and yes, it even caught packages maintained by CrowdStrike in its net. Let me walk you through what happened, why it matters, and what you need to check right now.

Monday, September 22, 2025 Read