Bhakti Bhalekar

A Kotlin-based stopwatch application built with the MVVM architecture. Uses lifecycle-aware components and coroutines to handle background processing for stopwatch operations. Includes an implementation in a GitHub repository and demonstrates modern Android app structure.

Developed and maintained Android apps using Java and custom UI components, focusing on stable and smooth user experiences. Integrated Firebase services including Firestore, Realtime Database, and Storage with secure rules. Built and supported an in-app subscription flow, improved performance, and reduced crash rates. Delivered features in a remote setup using Git and Agile planning tools.

Delivered Android features using Java and Kotlin with REST API integration through Retrofit. Improved app responsiveness and stability by applying multithreading and performance fixes to reduce ANRs and crashes. Refreshed the UI using Material Design to improve usability and loading times. Collaborated with stakeholders and product teams using Agile sprints with Git and JIRA.

Served as the sole Android developer, handling end-to-end planning, implementation, and release of the KidzByte app. Built features with Kotlin using MVVM, Room, and coroutines, including background processing and offline capabilities. Integrated Firebase for real-time functionality, Google Analytics for tracking, and AWS services for secure video uploads via S3. Implemented in-app purchases, push notifications, and a Material Design UI while coordinating directly with stakeholders.

Developed Android applications with user-friendly interfaces using Material Design and RecyclerView-based layouts. Implemented offline data storage and fast retrieval using SQLite. Tested on multiple device models and Android versions to ensure compatibility and reduce regressions. Focused on maintaining consistent UI behavior across different screen sizes and OS versions.