Hello, I'm

Pahasara
Fernando

I build |

Software Engineer passionate about crafting reliable, user-focused systems that solve real problems. I build clean, maintainable code with strong emphasis on security, performance, and thoughtful design. Comfortable across the full development lifecycle — from architecture and backend APIs to frontend interfaces, testing, and deployment. Always eager to learn and deliver impactful software.

Pahasara Fernando
aka shinzo
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Projects

PureNote

PureNote

Secure, full-stack encrypted diary and note-taking platform with JWT auth, PostgreSQL-backed .NET API, and React + TypeScript frontend.

ASP.NET CoreReact PostgreSQLJWTScalar
Code
NextStep

NextStep

Backend developer for an ICT career pathway platform. Built auth system, database schema, and RESTful APIs for a team project.

ASP.NET CoreSQLiteJWTSwagger
Code
HyprDots

HyprDots

Comprehensive Arch Linux + Hyprland config with automation scripts, custom themes, network hardening, and full documentation.

Arch LinuxHyprlandBashsystemd
Code

Skills

Backend

  • ASP.NET Core / .NET
  • Entity Framework Core
  • REST API Design
  • JWT Authentication
  • Minimal APIs
  • xUnit Testing

Frontend

  • React & TypeScript
  • JavaScript
  • Tailwind CSS
  • HTML / CSS
  • Avalonia UI

Languages

  • C#
  • TypeScript / JavaScript
  • Python
  • Java
  • Lua

Databases

  • PostgreSQL
  • MySQL / SQL Server
  • SQLite
  • MongoDB

Tools & Systems

  • Git & GitHub
  • Docker
  • Linux (Arch)
  • Shell Scripting
  • systemd

Soft Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Team Collaboration
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Time Management
  • Adaptability

Education

2023 – Present

Bachelor of ICT (BICT)

University of Sri Jayewardenepura

4th Year, First Semester — Focused on software engineering, operating systems, and database systems. Coursework covers SE, OOP, OS, Computer Security, DSA, DBMS, Web Development, and System Administration.

Certifications
  • freeCodeCamp — Foundational C# Certification
  • Microsoft Learn — ASP.NET Core Web API Development
  • Microsoft Learn — ASP.NET Core Web Application Development
  • HackTheBox — Linux Fundamentals

About Me

Software Engineering undergraduate at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, building full-stack systems with a strong foundation in backend development, API design, and secure application architecture. I work across the entire stack — from .NET backends and PostgreSQL databases to React frontends and Docker deployments.

I enjoy working close to the system layer, experimenting with Linux environments, and understanding how tools work under the hood. Whether it's designing a clean REST API, building a responsive UI, writing shell scripts, or containerising a service — I'm comfortable taking ownership of the whole picture.

My approach: understand systems deeply, write clean code, build end-to-end solutions.

Get In Touch

I'm currently seeking Software Engineering internship opportunities — backend, full-stack, or QA roles. Open to learning, contributing, and growing in real-world engineering environments.