👋 Hi, I'm Marios Sofokleous

Frontend developer building with React, Next.js & TypeScript

I build high-performance, scalable web applications with React, Next.js, and TypeScript. My focus is on crafting interactive SPAs and product-driven solutions that deliver exceptional user experiences.

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ABOUT ME

Creating modern, product-focused web applications and SPAs with React and Next.js.

I'm a frontend developer with over eight years of professional experience, now dedicated to building with modern JavaScript. My background spans agency, in-house, and freelance roles, but my true passion is building impactful web products and user experiences. I thrive on developing SPAs and interactive UIs with React and Next.js, leveraging TypeScript for robust, maintainable code, and integrating APIs and backend services such as Supabase. Performance, accessibility, and scalability are always at the core of my approach.

Recently, I've deepened my expertise by building and launching LeadBridge, a Proptech micro SaaS for real estate, using Supabase and Next.js, as well as developing my own template, Next.js, Strapi Portfolio Starter. These projects have strengthened my product thinking, full development lifecycle skills, and understanding of modern deployment workflows. I am excited to bring my hands-on product experience and frontend engineering skills to a collaborative team focused on building innovative web applications.

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TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

Technical skills & core competencies

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Where I've applied my technical skills

Frontend developer (React, Next.js, TypeScript)
Freelance
September 2024 - Present
Paphos, Cyprus
Key achievements:

Designed and launched LeadBridge, a Proptech micro SaaS, using Next.js, TypeScript, Supabase, and Shadcn UI.

Created and maintain Next.js, Strapi Portfolio Starter, an open-source template for modern developer portfolios.

Leveraged Next.js's static and server-side rendering for high performance and scalability.

Integrated APIs, automated CI/CD pipelines, and managed cloud deployments with Docker and Coolify.

Strengthened expertise in product thinking, full development lifecycle, and modern frontend architecture.

Toolset

React, Next.js, TypeScript, Supabase, Strapi CMS, Tailwind CSS, React Hook Form, Zod, REST API, Git/GitHub, Coolify, Apache ECharts, Cloudflare, OpenAI API
Frontend developer (React, WordPress)
IronFX
January 2022 - August 2024
Limassol, Cyprus
Key achievements:

Developed custom React SPAs and WordPress plugins for multiple brands.

Introduced modular and scalable plugin architecture, improving maintainability.

Optimized development workflows using Docker and modern JavaScript tools.

Created reusable components, boosting team productivity.

Led cross-department collaboration and authored comprehensive documentation.

Toolset:

React, WordPress, React Hook Form, Zod, WordPress REST API, SendGrid API, YouTube Data API, Postman, Recoil, Sass, @wordpress/scripts, @wordpress/env
Sole October CMS developer
Webmors
August 2019 - December 2021
Remote
Key achievements:

Established core development workflows and best practices for a new agency.

Delivered 20+ custom October CMS websites for real estate, e-commerce, and other sectors.

Developed themes and plugins; guided designers in Figma and web design principles.

Provided ongoing technical support and training for seamless project delivery.
Sole WordPress developer
Enigma Global
June 2018 - July 2019
Paphos, Cyprus
Key achievements:

Managed the full lifecycle of WordPress projects, from requirements to deployment and maintenance.

Developed custom themes and provided tailored web solutions for clients.

Collaborated with designers and clients to deliver high-quality, performant websites.

Delivered training, documentation, and ongoing technical support.

DEVELOPMENT PORTFOLIO

Selected technical projects

JobLister plugin

React-powered WordPress plugin delivering fast job listings with search, filters, and secure application forms.

Next.js, Strapi Portfolio Starter

A modern portfolio starter with Next.js, Strapi, Tailwind CSS, and automated SEO metadata.

SharedLens SPA

Event photo-sharing platform with seamless uploads, custom captions, and responsive gallery layout.

Yet Another Todo List SPA

React/Firebase app featuring authentication, real-time updates, and customizable theme options.

Sentiero Luxury Villas

Property page featuring interactive masterplan, amenity map, and custom consent management system.

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PROFESSIONAL ENDORSEMENTS

Trusted by teams and clients to deliver results

A great professional, very hardworking and able to tackle any challenge on time. It was a great pleasure working with Marios. He is an amazing person, with top notch technical skills and experience in building beautiful highly responsive web applications. I wish we have the chance to work together in the nearest future Marios. I am sure you will thrive even more in the tech industry. Nowadays, is not so common to find professionals like you. All the best!

— Christophoros Demetriou, Product manager, IronFX

Having worked with Marios for almost a year as a fellow WordPress developer, I must say he instills positive energy in the team and is a true professional. What makes him stand out is his willingness to help others. I am impressed by his work ethic, communication skills and the fact that he easily adjusts to any given situation and can perform under pressure. I am glad to have worked with him!

— Pavlina Kyriacou, WordPress developer, IronFX

Marios is one of the most hardworking persons I had the pleasure of working with, always willing to go above and beyond to complete a project assigned to him.

— Marios Polyviou, PHP developer & online marketing manager, Enigma Global

An expert in front-end web development with great attention to detail. We have worked together during several projects, and Marios has delivered beautiful and fully responsive UIs every time.

— Marios Kleanthous, CEO, Webmors

We hired Marios to design and build our new website from scratch. He has been exceptionally collaborative, reliable, professional, and persistent in delivering a top-notch web product.

— Andreas Constantinou Marmara, Manager, PPC Pool Services

Marios has been professional, collaborative, efficient, and honest. With strong technical knowledge and natural creativity, he helped us communicate our vision through a streamlined and attractive website.

— George Kalaitzides, Founder & principal architect, GK Architects

LATEST POSTS

Sharing knowledge & technical insights

Posted on:: 11/04/2025

How to self-host Supabase with Coolify and migrate your project from the official Supabase platform

Discover how to self-host Supabase with Coolify, gain full control of your infrastructure, and seamlessly migrate your project from the official platform!

Posted on:: 20/03/2025

Building an interactive masterplan for Sentiero Luxury Villas

Discover how I created an interactive masterplan for Sentiero Luxury Villas, blending architectural visualization with web interactivity to redefine real estate exploration.

Posted on:: 04/03/2025

Implementing a custom GDPR-compliant consent system on Sentiero Luxury Villas website

Discover how I crafted a GDPR-compliant consent system for Sentiero Luxury Villas, balancing user privacy, transparency, and luxury website aesthetics.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Common questions about my work & approach

What is your experience with modern frontend technologies?

I have experience with React, Next.js, and TypeScript, developing scalable single-page applications and product-based solutions using modern frontend architecture, best practices, and type-safe development workflows.

Do you have experience working with backend technologies?

Yes! I have worked with Supabase for backend integration, REST APIs for data handling, and Coolify for containerized deployments.

How do you ensure accessibility in your projects?

I adhere to WCAG guidelines and use semantic HTML with ARIA roles to create accessible web applications. Tools like Lighthouse help me validate accessibility standards.

What is your experience with performance optimization?

I optimize websites by compressing images, implementing lazy loading, using critical CSS extraction, reducing JavaScript bundle sizes with Webpack/Vite, and leveraging CDNs to reduce load times.

Do you have experience with SEO optimization?

Yes! I implement SEO best practices such as structured data (JSON-LD), meta tags, XML sitemaps, OpenGraph metadata, and responsive designs to improve search engine rankings.

Are you open to remote roles?

Yes, I am open to remote opportunities worldwide, as well as roles based locally in Cyprus.

Do you have experience working with APIs?

Yes! I've integrated REST APIs into various projects using fetch/axios methods while ensuring secure data handling through validation techniques like Zod.

What is your experience with DevOps tools like Docker or Netlify?

I use Coolify, which deploys all applications as Docker containers, to self-host apps with automated builds and deployments triggered by GitHub commits.

How do you stay updated with industry trends?

I regularly watch YouTube, experiment with new tools/frameworks in personal projects, and share insights through my own blog posts.

What is your approach to responsive design?

I prioritize mobile-first development using CSS frameworks like Tailwind CSS or Bootstrap and optimize layouts for all screen sizes.

How do you approach testing in your projects?

I use tools like Chrome DevTools and Lighthouse for performance testing and accessibility checks. For functionality, I implement manual testing.