Available for work · Pokhara, Nepal

Building the backends that power great products.

I'm Monika Shrestha — a Developer specializing in Python, Django, and modern web technologies. I build scalable applications, robust APIs, efficient databases, and secure systems that teams rely on.

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Monika Shrestha
Monika Shrestha
Python & Django Developer
Python Django REST APIs MySQL JavaScript PHP Postgres Docker Redis Celery
📍 Pokhara, Nepal
What I work with

Technical Skills

08 technologies
Python
Python
Primary language for backend logic
Django
Django
Full-featured web framework
REST API
REST APIs
Django REST Framework
MySQL
MySQL
Relational database design
HTML5 CSS3
HTML / CSS
Semantic markup & styling
PostgreSQL
Advanced SQL databases
JavaScript
JavaScript
Frontend interactivity
Redis
Caching & message broker
Celery
Celery
Distributed task processing & background jobs
Career history

Experience

04 roles
Django Developer
Jyaba
Currently working as a Developer at Jyaba, contributing to backend development, building and maintaining scalable web applications, designing REST APIs, and optimizing database performance. Collaborating with the team to deliver production-ready features.
Python Django REST API Postgres Redis Celery Docker
Junior Developer
Selly Nepal
Contributing to various aspects of web application development, supporting team projects and building new features across the full stack.
DjangoPythonREST APIMySQL
XTEN PVT. LTD
Backend Developer
XTen Pvt. Ltd
Developed a comprehensive School Content Management System from the ground up — full backend architecture, database schema design, user interface, and role-based access control. Also designed templates, added backend functionality, and performed testing for the Best Event Venue project.
DjangoMySQLBootstrapJavaScript
AUG – NOV
Lecturer
ITSA Computer Center
Taught foundational computer courses to students covering Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Nepali-English typing, graphic design fundamentals, and core theoretical computer concepts.
TeachingMS OfficeGraphic Design
INTERNSHIP
Django Intern
Bluefox Pvt. Ltd
Built features for a Smart Parking real-time management system, focusing on API integration, database handling, and live parking slot availability tracking.
DjangoREST APIReal-time Systems
Things I've built

Featured Projects

04 projects
School Management System
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🎥 Demo
School Management System
Scalable school CMS for Peace Zone School with secure authentication, role-based access, real-time notifications, and appointment scheduling.
Django Python MySQL JavaScript Bootstrap
Google Clone ✦ Static
Google Clone
Pixel-accurate front-end clone of Google's search interface, replicating their visual design and embedding live search functionality.
HTML CSS JavaScript
YouTube Clone
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🎥 Demo
YouTube Clone
Static front-end clone of YouTube, replicating their visual design system with working video embedding functionality.
HTML CSS JavaScript
Bloomering Flower
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🎥 Demo
Bloomering Flower
E-commerce platform for real and handmade flower bouquets with customisable options for occasions, full REST API backend, and order management.
Django Python MySQL REST API Bootstrap
A bit about me

Background

Who I Am

I'm Monika Shrestha, a Django Developer based in Pokhara, Nepal. I specialize in backend development using Python and Django, focusing on building scalable, secure, and production-ready web applications.

My experience includes designing and developing REST APIs, working with relational databases like MySQL, and building asynchronous systems using Celery and Redis. I enjoy turning complex business requirements into clean, maintainable backend solutions.

I have worked on real-world systems such as CMS platforms, e-commerce applications, and operational tools where performance, scalability, and reliability are important.

I am currently looking for opportunities as a Backend / Python Django Developer where I can contribute, grow, and work on impactful production systems.

What I Bring

Strong backend fundamentals, experience with Django REST Framework, database design, API development, and background task processing. I focus on writing clean code, building scalable systems, and continuously improving system performance and architecture.

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Application
Tribhuvan University, Nepal
BCA

Languages

Nepali
Native
English
Professional working proficiency
Let's talk

Get In Touch

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Location
Pokhara, Nepal
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Availability
Open to opportunities

Ready to build something great together?

I'm open to freelance projects, full-time roles, and collaborations. Let's talk.

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