I’m Alessio, a software developer in Palermo. After about seven years working mainly on frontend applications, I’ve stepped back from professional work to focus on my studies and build a deeper understanding of backend development and AI.
I started working in software in 2018. Over about seven years, I built web applications, worked with Angular and React, supported other developers and took on team leadership responsibilities. Frontend has been my main focus throughout.
I’m completing my bachelor’s degree in Computer Science at the University of Catania. Making time for university lets me connect practical experience with the theory behind it, while developing my knowledge of backend systems and AI.
My experience on LinkedInMy roles have included frontend and full-stack development, mentoring and team coordination. Here are the main steps in that career.
Full-time · Remote
Freelance
Full-time · Catania
I worked on frontend applications, mentored colleagues and coordinated the team’s development work.
Full-time · Catania
I worked on complex frontend applications, mainly with React and Angular.
Part-time · Catania
I worked with Angular and Laravel, gaining hands-on experience with both the frontend and backend of web applications.
Catania
My first frontend role followed a 300-hour Angular course run by Etna HiTech.
In January 2026, I stepped back from professional work to focus on Computer Science. I’m completing my bachelor’s degree and studying topics from Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, with more time for lectures, exercises and personal projects.
Work taught me how to build applications. University gives me time to examine the ideas behind them: algorithms, data, logic and mathematics. I want to bring that understanding back to the software I build.
I work in short, focused sessions. I attempt exercises before looking at hints, compare my answers and revisit the parts I got wrong. Being able to explain something in my own words and use it in a new problem tells me I’m making progress.
Studying physics taught me to question steps that seem obvious. Before using a formula, I want to understand what it describes, where it comes from and when it applies.
That habit carries over into software. Once a solution works, I want to understand why it works and where its limits are.
I want to be comfortable designing an application as a whole, from its interface and server logic to its data and AI features. I’m building that knowledge through backend study, AI coursework and small practical projects.
AI is part of my study routine too. I use it to discuss a line of reasoning, create practice exercises and organise lecture materials, then check the answers and return to the sources when needed.
Frontend is where I have the most experience. I build web interfaces and applications with attention to readable code, clear interactions and the small details that make a product easier to use.
I work on layout, typography and responsive behaviour, including keyboard navigation and accessibility. People should be able to use an interface in the way that works for them.
I’ve used RxJS to handle data streams and interactions, and PHP with Laravel to work on server-side features.
I’m studying Java, relational databases and data persistence. Exercises and small projects help me understand how the parts of a service fit together.
Alongside university, I’ve taken courses to deepen my understanding of the tools I use and explore new areas. This is a selection of that training.
Mimo
Master.dev / Frontend Masters
Master.dev / Frontend Masters
Master.dev / Frontend Masters
Master.dev / Frontend Masters
Master.dev / Frontend Masters
Master.dev / Frontend Masters
Master.dev / Frontend Masters
Udemy
Udemy
Udemy
Udemy
AccademiaDev
EF SET
Udemy
EHT / Etna HiTech