HEYTOB

    About

    A bit about me and what I do.

    Who I Am

    I'm a backend developer who finds joy in building systems that work reliably and scale gracefully. Beyond code, I love exploring new technologies, writing about what I learn, and sharing thoughts on both tech and life.

    What I Believe

    Build to last

    I favor proven patterns and solid fundamentals over chasing the latest hype. Good software should outlive the trends that inspired it.

    Keep it simple

    Complexity is easy; simplicity takes effort. I strive for systems that are understandable, maintainable, and a joy to work with.

    Never stop exploring

    The best ideas come from curiosity. I experiment, prototype, and learn constantly — whether it's a new database, a side project, or a random rabbit hole.

    What I Do

    Backend Development

    Core Focus

    Building scalable APIs, microservices, and data pipelines with Node.js, Python, and Go.

    AI & Exploration

    Side Quests

    Experimenting with AI orchestration, semantic search, vector databases, and intelligent automation.

    Experience

    Antikode

    Full-time · Tangerang Selatan, Indonesia · Hybrid

    Senior Backend Developer

    Jul 2024 — Present

    Architecting and maintaining scalable backend systems for gamification and loyalty platforms. Developing internal CMS, building custom CMS platforms, designing databases with performance and integrity in mind, and creating well-structured API systems for seamless integration.

    LaravelNode.jsREST APIDatabase DesignCMS

    Backend Developer

    Mar 2022 — Jun 2024

    Developed and maintained backend services for gamification and loyalty platforms. Built CMS solutions, REST APIs, and contributed to database design and system architecture.

    SAGA Digital Studio

    Full-time · Jakarta, Indonesia

    Backend Developer

    Feb 2019 — Feb 2022

    Developed CMS and REST APIs, designed databases from UI/UX requirements, managed Linux servers, and worked directly with project management and stakeholders. Brought and implemented new technologies to the company.

    PHPCMSREST APILinuxMySQL

    Integravity Indonesia

    Full-time · Semarang, Indonesia

    Backend Developer

    Feb 2016 — Jan 2019

    Built CMS platforms, integration layers, and REST APIs. Designed databases from UI/UX specs, managed Linux servers, and worked with PHP, CodeIgniter, Laravel, MySQL, and Git.

    PHPCodeIgniterLaravelMySQLGit

    Contact

    Want to chat, collaborate, or just say hi?

    tobidsn@gmail.com