I'm Michael Siddiqi. I live in Oslo, Norway, where I build products for the web.
My passion lies at the intersection of health and technology.
I started my professional journey in the health field with a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition Science. While working in that space, I began building websites in 2014 — an experience that sparked a deeper interest in SEO, website performance, and user-centric design.
At the onset of the COVID pandemic, I decided to fully transition into software development. I committed to deep self-study through books, online courses, and building personal projects. Over time, I supplemented my learning with 100+ hours of private tutoring and continued growing through hands-on work, mentorship, and team collaboration.
Since then, I’ve had the opportunity to contribute to impactful, large-scale projects, including:
- Flytoget – Norway’s airport express train service
- Salita – A language services platform
- iBønn & iFaste – Islamic utility apps used by 10,000+ daily users
I thrive in fast-paced environments, stay endlessly curious, and continuously strive to grow both as a developer and as a person.
What I'm Currently Working On
- Deepening my knowledge of React Native to build seamless, high-quality mobile apps
- Expanding my backend expertise with Node.js, Express, and MongoDB
- Implementing WebSocket-based real-time features (e.g. live updates, ticketing systems)
- Exploring how real-time tech can enhance UX in high-engagement or time-sensitive apps
Languages & Technologies I Use
Frontend
HTML5, CSS3, SASS, Tailwind CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Next.js, React Router, Vue.js, Bootstrap, Material UI, Formik
Mobile
React Native, Swift
Backend & APIs
Node.js, MongoDB, MySQL, Sequelize, JSON
Real-Time Tech
WebSockets, Webhooks
Testing & Dev Tools
Jest, React Testing Library, Storybook, Git, GitHub, GitHub Actions, Lerna
Architecture
Monorepo (Lerna, Nx)
Analytics & Monitoring
Datadog, Amplitude, Google Analytics, Google Search Console
Design & CMS
Figma, Canva, Sanity
Hosting & Deployment
Vercel, Netlify, Heroku, Azure
Productivity & PM Tools
Jira, Notion
What I Believe In
- Code should be simple, scalable, and human-readable
- Great products are built by curious minds and tight feedback loops
- Continuous learning and collaboration are at the heart of great software
- Tech should be used to improve lives — especially in health, education, and community
Thanks for stopping by. Feel free to reach out or check out my latest work.
