Welcome! I’m Fakhruddin Abdi
I’m a full-stack developer and entrepreneur with over a decade of experience building innovative software solutions. As both a hands-on developer and strategic leader, I’ve worn many hats—from CTO to CEO—while maintaining my passion for creating technology that makes a meaningful impact.
My Journey
🌱 2000: The Digital Spark
My journey began in 2000 when I first encountered computers. What started as gaming and experimenting with photo and video editing tools gradually evolved into a deep fascination with technology’s potential to solve real-world problems.
🎓 2008: University & Foundation Building
Entering university as a software engineering student opened three key areas of exploration:
Programming Mastery: I dove deep into C, C++, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP, becoming particularly fascinated by Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and how it brought code to life through structured, reusable patterns.
Innovation in Compression: I developed a compression algorithm remarkably similar to Pied Piper from the Silicon Valley series. This lossless compression system employed the Huffman algorithm at the byte level. I even presented it publicly and built a working C++ application.
Network Architecture: I developed expertise in network science, mastering tools like Cisco Packet Tracer and Wireshark. My final project focused on network packet monitoring, deepening my understanding of protocol interactions.
Artificial Intelligence: I built a MATLAB application that trained models for flower recognition—an early glimpse into what would become today’s machine learning revolution.
Web Development Transition: During my final two years, I shifted focus to web development, even teaching courses to newer students. I evolved from HTML/jQuery/Bootstrap to modern HTML5, JavaScript, and CSS/SCSS, while exploring backend development with PHP frameworks including Symfony, Cake, and ultimately Laravel for its elegant MVC architecture.
💼 2012: Professional Beginnings
My first role at a construction company in Sanandaj introduced me to C# and WPF with MVVM architecture. While Microsoft technologies felt restrictive, this experience broadened my technical foundation.
I then discovered my passion for frontend development, diving into Angular (starting with version 1) and later ReactJS. The shift to functional programming in 2014 was transformative—the elegance of pure functions and simplified architecture resonated deeply with my development philosophy.
🚀 2013: Zeyton - Building at Scale
As developer-turned-CTO at Zeyton, I led technical strategy for a venture that secured significant investment.
We relocated to Erbil, where we started from ground zero.
I took the reins of building a technical team and charted out the strategies from tech stack selection to release schedules and plans.
In the beginning, our team was a compact unit.
However, it didn't take long for us to expand and welcome more members into our growing team.
I had the privilege of working with numerous remarkable companies as a third-party, including Blazegraph, who assisted us in loading freebase data onto their graph database. Undoubtedly, it was an enriching experience.
We successfully built the first version and showcased it to our stakeholders.
Though the project was ultimately discontinued due to management changes, the experience provided invaluable lessons in scaling technology teams and products.
🏢 2016: Softcode - Entrepreneurial Independence
Following Zeyton, Dr. Layik and I co-founded Softcode, giving us the freedom to pursue our own innovative projects.
Fotomantic: Our first venture was a social platform emphasizing topics over traditional friendship networks—essentially Instagram with a twist. We built an MVP using Firebase and graph database technology, validating the concept before pivoting due to financial sustainability challenges.
Hotorder: We then developed Hotorder, a multi-shop, white-label food delivery platform targeting the UK market. Using Meteor and ReactJS, we delivered the first version within two months and successfully onboarded several restaurants before financial constraints led us to focus on client projects.
⭐ 2017: Harzaan - Market Leadership
I didn't give up with startups, I ventured into a new project - Harzaan .
Harzaan is a platform for classified ads for Iraq market.
I assembled a team in Iran and launched Harzaan as a classified ads service for the users in Iraq.
We built and released the first version in 2017. The response was overwhelming, with numerous people posting their ads on Harzaan. In the first month alone, we saw over 5K downloads. This rapid growth persisted, and we hit 50K downloads in the next six months. Daily ad postings reached about 200 per day.
Our application to the Science and Technology Park Of Kurdistan was accepted and they supported us with office space and mentorship.
At this stage, I started seeking investors to finance our advertising efforts and expand our full-time team.
After negotiations with several potential partners, we reached an agreement with Box Advertisement.
For the initial two years, I worked out of our Iran office, managing the teams. Later, I relocated to Erbil to gain a deeper understanding of the market.
Then came the COVID-19 pandemic…
I had to return to Iran, but six months later, I moved back to Sulaymaniyah, where I continued serving as the CEO/CTO of Harzaan, focusing on establishing Harzaan as a market leader in Iraq.
🛠️ Box Development - Innovation Through Collaboration
Within Box Advertising, I established Box Development—a dedicated software development division focused on creating enterprise solutions.
This initiative became an innovation hub where we mastered diverse technologies from Drupal and WordPress to custom solutions and comprehensive Odoo ERP implementations.
Our Enterprise Solutions Portfolio:
🏙️ Box City - Comprehensive city management system streamlining apartment sales with flexible payment plans, installment management, and complete accounting integration.
🏥 Box Clinic - End-to-end healthcare management solution covering patient registration, visit scheduling, medical records, and operational workflows.
📦 Box Post - International shipment system managing the complete logistics chain for packages between Kurdistan and Europe, including tracking, delivery, and customer communication.
🏢 Box Company - Our flagship enterprise solution providing integrated business management across HR, CRM, Marketing, Accounting, and Operations—designed to drive digital transformation for modern businesses.
These solutions represent our commitment to solving complex business challenges through innovative technology, serving clients across diverse sectors and establishing new standards for operational efficiency.
🇬🇧 2023: UK Startup Visa - A New Chapter
A significant milestone began in 2023 when, after five months of rigorous preparation (January to May), I successfully obtained the UK Startup Visa. This achievement marked a pivotal moment in my career, opening doors to new opportunities and markets.
This visa recognition validated my entrepreneurial journey and provided the foundation for expanding my technical expertise into new territories. The process itself as transformative, requiring me to articulate my vision and demonstrate the potential impact of my innovations on a global scale.
💼 2022-2024: Softcode Revival - Fintech Innovation
Right after securing the UK visa, I reunited with Dr. Layik at Softcode Solution, this time focusing on a fintech solution for the Iraq market. This collaboration represented a full-circle moment—returning to work with a trusted partner while applying years of accumulated expertise to solve financial technology challenges.
We successfully developed NDB project which is a complete ecosystem including mobile applications, administrative interfaces, and robust backend architecture.
🏥 2024-2025: Huma Therapeutics - Healthcare Innovation
In April 2024, I joined Huma Therapeutics in Central London as Lead Web Engineer, diving into the exciting intersection of technology and healthcare. At Huma, I led a transformative shift in architecture, introduced an AI agent that simplifies health solution creation, and integrated AI with system controllers to enhance automation.
🚀 2025: agga.ai - The Next Frontier
As 2025 begins, my full focus is on AGGA.ai—a no-code AI web builder that reimagines how software is created. AGGA empowers users to build fully functional, scalable websites and internal tools simply by describing what they want. It decouples logic from implementation using a unique schema-driven compiler, making development faster, more modular, and accessible to non-technical users.
Let’s Connect
I’m always interested in discussing innovative projects, sharing experiences with fellow entrepreneurs, or exploring collaboration opportunities. Whether you’re building the next big platform, exploring AI applications, or solving complex business challenges, I’d love to hear about your journey.
Currently based in London, I’m particularly interested in connecting with fellow technologists working at the intersection of AI, healthcare, and scalable software architectures.
Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fakhruddinabdi/
This journey continues to evolve, and I’m grateful for every challenge that has shaped both my technical skills and entrepreneurial perspective.