Software Developer & Product Builder

Building practical software, polished websites, and useful digital products.

Portrait of Laith Qudah
Illustrated personal brand graphic for Laith Qudah

Hi, I'm Laith - I build useful software with strong product thinking

I'm a Computer Science student at the University of Exeter, a self-taught designer, and a hands-on software builder. My work spans coursework systems, data apps, Java and Python projects, WordPress websites, and client-facing digital products. I care about making software that is clear, usable, and honest about what it can do.

Skills & Experience

Designer

My design journey started with creating visuals for social platforms and has grown into building full UI/UX systems for mobile and web. With a strong visual instinct and technical fluency, I focus on clean, purposeful design that connects with users.

Core Strengths:

UI/UX Design, Brand Identity, Web & Mobile Interfaces

Design Tools:

  • Figma
  • Adobe XD
  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator
  • Sketch
  • Pen & Paper

Developer

As a Computer Science student at the University of Exeter and an independent learner, I’ve built dynamic front-end websites, experimented with back-end systems, and created end-to-end solutions using both custom code and platforms like WordPress.

Languages & Frameworks:

HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, PHP, MySQL

Developer Tools:

  • Bootstrap
  • GitHub
  • VS Code
  • XAMPP
  • WordPress

Leadership & Technical Experience

Beyond academics, I’ve taken on leadership roles in tech, community, and robotics. I currently serve as the President of the Jordanian Society (JoSoc) at the University of Exeter, where I lead a multicultural team in organizing events, building partnerships, and strengthening cultural identity.

Previously, I was the team leader in the FIRST LEGO League Robotics Competition, coordinating a cross-functional team to develop innovative robotic solutions under pressure. My broader experience spans video production, mobile development, and technical project management.

Other Key Skills:

Team Leadership, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Android Development, Project Coordination

Additional Tools:

  • Premiere Pro
  • Android Studio
  • VS Code
  • Notion
  • Google Workspace

Projects & Case Studies

Real builds across web platforms, dashboards, coursework systems, data tools, and client websites.

Coaching portal

Client website and backend

Omar Smadi Coaching Platform

Fitness coaching website with booking forms, SQLite-backed requests, admin dashboard, Supabase client portal, Netlify frontend setup, and Render backend deployment path.

PythonSQLiteNetlifySupabase
View GitHub
Noise analytics

University team project

Noise Pollution Analytics App

COM2020 coursework project using Python and Flask to explore noise pollution data, structure a backend/frontend app, and produce technical documentation as part of a team build.

PythonFlaskDataTeamwork
View GitHub
MUN website

Community website

AAMUN Website

Model United Nations website built with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, and GitHub Pages to publish event content and support school community activity.

HTMLCSSBootstrapGitHub Pages
View GitHub
Battleships AI

University programming coursework

Python Battleships Game

Python implementation of Battleships with command-line gameplay, Flask web interface, configurable board setup, ship placement logic, testing, and AI difficulty levels.

PythonFlaskTestingGame AI
Race portal

Object-oriented programming

Java Cycling Portal

Pair coursework implementing a cycling race management portal with races, stages, teams, riders, validation, exceptions, IDs, and classification-style data handling.

JavaOOPData modelsExceptions
Memory game

Web development coursework

Pairs Memory Game Website

Dynamic PHP and JavaScript website with registration, session handling, custom emoji avatars, difficulty levels, scoring, timers, and a JSON-backed leaderboard.

PHPJavaScriptSessionsJSON
System model

Engineering simulation

Engineering Systems Simulation

Python notebook coursework simulating a double mass-spring-damper system using numerical methods such as Euler and Heun to compare model behaviour.

PythonSimulationNumerical methodsJupyter
Data analysis

Machine learning coursework

Machine Learning & Data Analysis

Coursework notebook covering exploratory data analysis, data visualisation, pandas workflows, and machine-learning-focused analysis tasks.

PythonPandasVisualisationML basics
Noise map UI

Group frontend prototype

Noise Trends Flask Frontend

Flask frontend prototype for a noise-trends product, including explore, report, moderation, hotspot, planning, and community quest views.

FlaskBootstrapUXProduct UI
Alumni network

Mobile concept

AA Connect

Alumni and student communication concept focused on community, mentorship, and accessible navigation.

React NativeUXCommunity
Calculator UI

Web utilities

Calculator

Simple and fast browser calculator built with JavaScript to practise DOM interaction, layout, and basic application logic.

JavaScriptDOMUI design
Business website

Business website

AWGroups Website

Consultancy-style website focused on brand presentation, services, and clear navigation for a business audience.

WordPressBrandingBusiness site
Opinion polarity

Analysis utility

Polarity

Opinion-analysis style web app exploring user input, text interpretation, and clear result presentation.

JavaScriptAnalysisUX

Certifications & Achievements

JavaScript Basics

Completed foundational JavaScript training covering syntax, logic, and browser-based development.

Coding with Mosh

Ultimate Java –
Part 1: Fundamentals

Completed Java fundamentals training covering types, control flow, methods, and object-oriented basics.

Coding with Mosh

FIRST LEGO League –
Robotics Team Leader

Led a robotics team with a focus on leadership, design thinking, and technical execution.

FLL Jordan

University of Exeter
BSc Computer Science

Relevant study includes programming, object-oriented development, data structures, algorithms, computational mathematics, discrete mathematics, and machine learning fundamentals.

University of Exeter

Jordanian Society
President

Lead society planning, event delivery, committee coordination, partnerships, and student community engagement at the University of Exeter.

University of Exeter Students' Guild

Strategic Management
Certificate

Completed strategic management learning focused on business positioning, competition, and practical decision-making.

Copenhagen Business School

Real Estate Development
Certificate

Completed real estate development study covering how projects create value for communities and stakeholders.

University of Michigan

My Journey in Code & Creativity

🧠

2021

Kickstarted my tech journey by self-learning HTML & CSS — laying the foundation for everything that followed.

💻

2022

Built my first full-stack website with PHP & MySQL, and explored GitHub, JavaScript, and basic APIs.

🎓

2023

Assumed leadership as President of JoSoc — organizing cultural events, boosting engagement, and running digital operations.

🚀

2024

Launched the AWGroups platform — a consultancy site designed and developed from scratch using WordPress and custom visuals.

🌐

2025

Published laithqudah.com — a full creative portfolio, reflecting my growth in design, development, and digital identity.

Services

Web Development

Crafting fast, responsive, and elegant websites using React, Bootstrap, WordPress, Netlify, and deployment-ready workflows.

AI Prototypes

Building practical AI experiments and internal tools with clear scope, human review, and measurable user workflows.

Product & UI Design

Designing clean interfaces, dashboards, and user journeys that make technical products easier to understand and use.

Let’s Get in Touch

Have a project, collaboration, or opportunity in mind? Send me a message and I'll get back to you!

FAQ Frequently Asked Questions

I specialize in web development, UI/UX design, and digital strategy. Whether it’s a landing page or a full-stack app, I’ve got you covered.

Absolutely! I’m always open to collaborations that align with my values and skillset. Feel free to reach out.

I work with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, WordPress, PHP, and MySQL, among others. I’m also expanding my expertise in backend frameworks and automation tools.