- Role: Full-Stack Developer (Solo)
- Technologies: Next.js, MongoDB, Vercel, Vue.js, Twilio, Zapier API
- Team Size: Solo Developer (except design)
- Industry: Insurance Technology
- User Base: Insurance Agents, Customers, Insurance Professionals
Overview
Led full-stack development for an innovative insurance platform streamlining the insurance buying process by connecting agents and customers with automated workflows and CRM capabilities.
Key Responsibilities & Achievements
- Reduced insurance buying process from hours to minutes
- Built comprehensive lead management and CRM solution
- Integrated Zapier connectivity with 8000+ applications
- Developed automated appointment scheduling system
- Created dual-platform architecture (Next.js + Vue.js dashboards)
Technical Implementation
The frontend application leverages Next.js framework for server-side rendering, static site generation, and optimal performance characteristics essential for a customer-facing insurance platform. The application architecture supports both customer lead generation workflows and agent management interfaces while maintaining responsive design across all device types. Twilio integration provides automated communication capabilities including SMS notifications, appointment reminders, and lead qualification workflows. The implementation ensures seamless communication between platform users while maintaining compliance with insurance industry communication standards. The platform connects with MongoDB for persistent data storage, handling customer leads, agent profiles, appointment scheduling, and CRM data management. Vue.js powers the internal dashboard providing agents and administrators with comprehensive management tools separate from the customer-facing Next.js application. Vercel deployment infrastructure ensures reliable hosting with automatic scaling, continuous deployment, and global CDN distribution for optimal performance across geographic regions. The deployment strategy supports both production and staging environments for safe feature releases. Zapier integration architecture was designed and implemented from scratch, enabling connectivity with over 8,000 third-party applications including Google Workspace, Amazon Alexa, CRM systems, and marketing automation tools. The custom Zapier app includes triggers for 'New Appointment' and 'New Lead' events, plus actions for 'Create Appointment,' 'Create Lead,' and 'Lead Update,' providing extensive workflow automation capabilities for insurance professionals.
Impact & Results
- Streamlined insurance buying process reducing customer journey from hours to minutes through intuitive web interface
- Enhanced lead management efficiency for insurance agents through automated lead capture and qualification workflows
- Improved customer experience with responsive, mobile-optimized interface for insurance discovery and agent connection
- Enabled extensive automation through Twilio integration for communication workflows and appointment management
- Supported scalable growth with Vercel deployment handling increased user load and geographic distribution
- Facilitated business integrations through Zapier connectivity enabling workflow automation with existing business tools
- Reduced operational overhead for insurance professionals through automated lead distribution and management features
- Enhanced platform reliability through Next.js performance optimizations and server-side rendering capabilities
Key Features Delivered
- Next.js web application - High-performance customer-facing insurance marketplace portal
- Lead capture and management - Automated workflows connecting customers with insurance professionals
- Appointment scheduling system - Integrated booking and calendar management for agent consultations
- Twilio automation integration - SMS notifications, reminders, and communication workflows
- Responsive design implementation - Mobile-optimized interface for all user types
- MongoDB data integration - Real-time synchronization with backend database systems
- Custom Zapier integration - Built from scratch with triggers and actions for 8,000+ third-party applications
- User authentication system - Secure login and session management for customers and agents
- Performance optimization - Next.js SSR and static generation for fast loading times
- Vercel deployment pipeline - Automated CI/CD with global CDN distribution
- Vue.js internal dashboard - Administrative and agent management interfaces
- Real-time data synchronization - Live updates across customer and agent interfaces
- Insurance industry compliance - Communication and data handling meeting industry standards
- Cross-platform compatibility - Consistent experience across desktop and mobile devices
- API integration architecture - Support for external platform connectivity and automation
Key Metrics
- Process Time Reduction: Hours to Minutes - Streamlined insurance buying workflow
- App Integrations: 8000+ - Zapier connectivity options
- Platform Architecture: Dual Dashboard - Customer-facing + Internal admin systems
