Laurent Gaches
About Me.

Hello, I'm Laurent 👋

I'm a software developer with 25+ years of experience crafting elegant solutions for complex problems. I specialize in backend systems and mobile applications, with a passion for performance, reliability, and clean code.

My Journey 🚀

My career spans over two decades in software development, including roles as a Staff Software Developer, Senior Developer Consultant for international clients, and Software Architect at major companies. I've contributed to high-profile projects across multiple industries and countries including Canada, Norway, Germany, Spain, and France.

Some notable achievements include:

  • Leading the development of mobile applications that significantly boosted business revenue
  • Architecting and implementing backend micro-services using Go and Python
  • Creating applications across the Apple ecosystem, including iOS, watchOS, and tvOS platforms
  • Designing scalable architectures for enterprise systems

My approach combines deep technical knowledge with practical business understanding to develop software that addresses real organizational needs and creates measurable impact.

What Drives Me 💫

  • Technical Excellence: Crafting high-performance applications that stand the test of time
  • User Experience: Creating intuitive interfaces that users genuinely enjoy using
  • Continuous Learning: Staying at the forefront of technology through constant exploration
  • Knowledge Sharing: Contributing to the developer community and mentoring others
  • Impact-Focused Development: Building solutions that solve real problems effectively

Technical Expertise 🛠️

Mobile Development

  • iOS: Swift, Objective-C, SwiftUI, UIKit, Core Data, Push Notifications
  • Android: Kotlin, Java
  • Cross-Platform: React Native
  • Mobile Architecture: MVVM, Clean Architecture, reactive patterns

Backend Development

  • Languages: Go, Rust, TypeScript, Python, Java, Ruby
  • API Design: RESTful services, GraphQL, real-time communication
  • Microservices: Architecture design, implementation, and scaling
  • Performance Optimization: High-throughput systems and application tuning

DevOps & Infrastructure

  • Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes
  • CI/CD: GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Xcode Server, Bamboo
  • Databases: PostgreSQL, Redis, MongoDB
  • Cloud Platforms: AWS, GCP, serverless architectures
  • Message Brokers: RabbitMQ

Let's Connect 📫

I'm always open to interesting conversations and opportunities:

Whether you're looking for technical guidance, collaboration on a project, or just want to exchange ideas about software development, I'd be delighted to connect.

"The best code is not just correct and efficient—it's clear, maintainable, and solves real problems for real people."