BettyBlocks
Built and optimized high-performance GraphQL API serving thousands of businesses with millions of monthly requests. Led development of innovative rate limiting solution and contributed to microservices architecture.
Architected GraphQL API handling millions of monthly requests with sub-100ms response times while implementing a rate limiting system preventing 10K+ DDoS attempts monthly
CORE TECHNOLOGIES
Average API response time achieved
Suspicious requests blocked monthly
Maintained through robust architecture
Handled with optimal performance
In API infrastructure costs
Project Highlights
API Rate Limiter
Sophisticated rate limiting system protecting GraphQL API from abuse while ensuring optimal performance for legitimate users
Core GraphQL API
High-performance GraphQL API serving as the backbone for BettyBlocks' no-code platform, handling millions of requests with sub-100ms response times
Notable Achievements
GraphQL Architecture
Designed and implemented high-performance GraphQL API handling 5M+ monthly requests
Achieved consistent sub-100ms response times through sophisticated optimization
Reduced API infrastructure costs by 40% through efficient resource utilization
Implemented federated GraphQL architecture enabling microservices adoption
Query Optimization
Solved N+1 query problems through efficient dataloader implementation
Reduced average query resolution time from 300ms to sub-100ms
Implemented multi-level caching strategy improving response times by 60%
Developed query analysis tools reducing inefficient queries by 75%
Developer Experience
Created comprehensive API documentation reducing integration time by 50%
Built interactive query playground improving developer productivity
Implemented automated schema validation reducing API-related issues by 30%
Developed efficient testing framework achieving 90% test coverage
Rate Limiting System
Designed intelligent rate limiting preventing 10K+ monthly DDoS attempts
Achieved zero false positives for legitimate high-volume traffic
Implemented distributed rate limiting across API nodes
Created comprehensive threat monitoring and analytics
System Monitoring
Implemented detailed performance monitoring with Prometheus and Grafana
Created real-time alerting system for performance anomalies
Developed comprehensive metrics dashboard for system health
Reduced incident response time by 65% through improved monitoring
Infrastructure Optimization
Reduced server resource utilization by 40% through optimization
Implemented efficient connection pooling reducing database load
Optimized Redis operations improving cache performance by 50%
Achieved 99.9% system uptime through robust architecture
Team Contribution
Led development of company's first Elixir-based microservice
Mentored team members in GraphQL and Elixir best practices
Contributed to internal development standards and practices
Represented team in company's DevOps guild
Knowledge Sharing
Created comprehensive documentation for API development practices
Led technical workshops on GraphQL optimization techniques
Developed onboarding materials for new team members
Published internal blog posts on technical solutions
Process Improvement
Implemented automated deployment pipeline reducing deploy time by 70%
Created standardized code review process improving code quality
Developed performance benchmarking tools for continuous monitoring
Established API development guidelines adopted company-wide
Architecture Innovation
Pioneered adoption of federated GraphQL architecture
Developed novel approach to distributed rate limiting
Created efficient query optimization techniques
Implemented innovative caching strategies
Performance Solutions
Developed custom query analysis tools
Created efficient batch processing system
Implemented innovative monitoring solutions
Designed scalable API architecture
Cross-functional Partnerships
Platform Engineering
Collaborated on API rate limiting system design
Developed performance monitoring solutions
Implemented distributed caching strategies
Created automated scaling mechanisms
Security
Partnered with security team on threat prevention
Implemented comprehensive security measures
Developed automated security testing
Created security documentation and guidelines
Client Services
Worked with client team on platform integration
Provided technical support for enterprise clients
Developed client-specific solutions
Created integration documentation
Skills Development
Rate Limiting
Developed API rate limiting systems
Implemented intelligent throttling mechanisms
Created advanced request tracking systems
Built comprehensive monitoring solutions
Performance
Mastered API performance optimization techniques
Implemented efficient caching strategies
Developed request batching systems
Created response optimization frameworks
Threat Prevention
Developed advanced threat detection systems
Implemented security measures
Created automated security testing frameworks
Built comprehensive monitoring solutions
Access Control
Implemented robust authentication systems
Developed fine-grained authorization controls
Created secure token management
Built audit logging systems
Colleague Testimonials
Kaka's expertise in building scalable systems significantly improved our API infrastructure. His implementation of rate limiting and security measures protected our platform from DDoS attacks while maintaining optimal performance. His contributions to our DevOps practices elevated the entire team's capabilities.
Sub-100ms API response times10K+ threats blocked monthly40% infrastructure cost reduction
Working alongside Kaka on the GraphQL API was an incredible learning experience. His deep understanding of performance optimization and ability to solve complex technical challenges while maintaining code quality set new standards for our team. The documentation and development practices he established continue to benefit the entire engineering organization.
50% faster API integration90% test coverage achieved30% reduction in API issues
The monitoring and observability improvements Kaka implemented transformed how we track and maintain our API infrastructure. His work on performance optimization and resource utilization significantly reduced our operational costs while improving system reliability.
65% faster incident response99.9% system uptime40% resource optimization
Kaka's technical expertise and ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value was exceptional. His work on the GraphQL API enabled us to deliver new features faster and more reliably, directly impacting our platform's growth and customer satisfaction.
2x platform growth supported50% faster feature delivery95% customer satisfaction