Good morning!

I'm Omar, a creative software engineer.

About

Here's a quick intro about me and what I love to do

My programming origins

When Apple unveiled the first iPad with its beautiful 1024x768 display, I knew I had to create for it. I taught myself mobile development while freelancing, and soon I was shipping iOS and Android apps. One of my games even climbed above Angry Birds in the charts for a while—which still makes me smile when I think about it.

Finding My Way to Web

Despite my love for mobile development, the web kept calling my name. With my eye for design, frontend felt like the perfect playground. I dove into HTML, CSS, and JavaScript—with React in 2016 becoming my game-changer. A few months later and I had landed my first full-time web dev role and never looked back.

Life Beyond Code

There’s more to life than solving bugs and shipping features. This space is about the things that shape me beyond the keyboard — discipline, health, stillness, curiosity, and the pursuit of meaning. It’s where I explore who I am without a screen in front of me.

From daily routines to mindsets, from adventure trips to quiet journaling — this is about designing a life that feels intentional, not automated. Because what’s the point of building efficient systems if the operator is burnt out, distracted, or disconnected?

These Days

I’m deep in the zone building automation systems that think for themselves — blending AI, no-code tools, and clever design to help people do more with less. On the side, I’m experimenting with 3D printing, training AI models for creative content, and figuring out how to turn ideas into working prototypes faster.

When I'm not working, you'll find me on creative coding side projects, writing for my blog, failing spectacularly at games with friends, or—best of all—hanging out with my family, usually with coffee nearby.

Experience

My work history and achievements timeline.

Confidential

2022 - Present

Tactical Systems Integration Engineer

I work on the strategy, planning, deployment, integration, and testing of complex tactical systems across homeland security, defense, and military environments.

I support Electronic Warfare and defense system deployments involving C2 systems, Counter-UAV systems, border security systems, intercept systems, tactical communication networks, EO/IR systems, and field-based sensor platforms.

I manage installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and validation of tactical systems across land, marine, and mobile covert setups, ensuring reliable performance in demanding operational environments.

I design and support mission-critical communication networks using WiFi/Mesh, microwave, fiber, cellular, and SATCOM solutions for field deployments and testing activities.

I lead test planning, FAT/SAT execution, vendor performance testing, defect tracking, and client demonstrations at military and defense testing facilities.

I conduct Counter-UAV red team exercises using industrial quadcopters and fixed-wing UAVs to assess sensor detection, tracking, and mitigation effectiveness in real-world scenarios.

neunek

2021 - 2022

Software Engineer

I worked as part of a digital transformation team, building software solutions aligned with client business goals and product strategies.

I analyzed user needs, translated requirements into prototypes, and collaborated with clients, management, and engineering teams to deliver successful projects.

I designed and developed a sports facility management web application for EXPO 2020, supporting operational workflows and user-facing functionality.

I built a fitness application with training and diet planning features, focusing on usability, product structure, and responsive interface design.

I also designed and developed multiple company portfolio websites to showcase business capabilities and improve digital presence.

Brandie

2020 - 2021

Software Engineer

I developed features for Brandie’s iOS product, helping brands scale word-of-mouth marketing through creator-driven social media campaigns.

I built and maintained iOS application features using Swift and Xcode, including authentication, user profiles, dashboards, photo sharing, rewards, and store functionality.

I integrated Meta APIs for Facebook and Instagram, enabling social media workflows and platform connectivity within the product.

I worked with REST APIs and mobile product flows to support a smooth creator and brand experience across the application.

LotusDew Wealth and Investment Advisors

2020

Web Developer Intern

I developed a client-facing investment dashboard for a wealth-tech platform, allowing users to view suggestions, save or execute actions, and track investment-related insights.

I built structured data tables and visual charts to help users understand financial recommendations, performance, and profit-and-loss trends more clearly.

I rapidly developed an internal web tool for manually labeling images for the company’s AI engine, improving operational efficiency by 95%.

I optimized the web application for mobile responsiveness, improving usability across different screen sizes and devices.