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Full-Stack Engineer

Fun Dating App

Pioneered the next generation of dating apps at FunFunFun Inc. by creating a TikTok-integrated platform that revolutionized how people connect through video-first experiences and authentic interactions.

FunFunFun Inc.
Archive.org (2022)CEO: @farbood
2020-2022

Platform Metrics

Transforming dating through video-first interactions

50K+
Active Users
1M+
Video Profiles
100K+
Daily Matches
4.8★
App Store Rating

Key Achievements

Revolutionary features that redefined online dating

🎥

Video-First Matching

Revolutionary approach to dating through TikTok-style video profiles and interactions

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Native iOS App

Built beautiful SwiftUI application with smooth animations and intuitive UX

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Full-Stack Leadership

Led both frontend and backend teams through rapid development cycles

Real-Time Features

Implemented live messaging, video calls, and instant match notifications

App Experience

Explore the intuitive interface and engaging features of the Fun Dating App

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Technical Architecture

Full-stack platform with cutting-edge technology

Backend API

Scalable Django backend with GraphQL API, handling real-time messaging, video processing, and complex matching algorithms.

• Django + GraphQL
• Real-time WebSockets
• Video processing pipeline
• Matching algorithms

iOS App

Native SwiftUI application with smooth video playback, intuitive swiping mechanics, and seamless social integration.

• SwiftUI interface
• Video recording & playback
• Real-time messaging
• Push notifications

Social Integration

Seamless TikTok API integration enabling users to import content, sync profiles, and leverage existing social connections.

• TikTok API integration
• Profile synchronization
• Content importing
• Social graph analysis

Platform Features

TikTok API Integration
Video Profile Creation
Smart Matching Algorithm
Real-time Messaging
Video Calling
Live Notifications
Social Media Sync
Advanced Privacy Controls

Launch Party & Celebrity Endorsement

Celebrating our app launch with the team and industry influencers

Fun Dating App team at launch party

The Fun Team

Our amazing team celebrating at the launch party

Paris Hilton endorsing Fun Dating App

Celebrity Endorsement

Paris Hilton endorsed our revolutionary dating app, bringing massive visibility to the platform

Fun logo display at launch party

Launch Party Branding

Bold branding and visual identity showcased throughout our launch event

Fun logo installation at event

Event Installation

Creative installations and immersive brand experiences at the launch

Solomon sporting the Fun logo

Family Support

My son Solomon sporting the Fun logo - the next generation supporting innovation in social technology!

“Fun fact: I brought home a huge cardboard cutout of the Fun logo from the launch party on the plane - it's still in my garage as a memento of this incredible journey!”

Technical Leadership

Frontend Team Leadership

Led the mobile development team in creating a SwiftUI application that prioritized user experience and performance. Implemented complex video processing workflows and real-time communication features.

• SwiftUI architecture & best practices
• Video recording & playback optimization
• Real-time messaging implementation
• CI/CD pipeline setup

Backend Team Leadership

Architected and scaled the Django backend to handle thousands of concurrent users, video processing, and complex matching algorithms while maintaining sub-second response times.

• Django + GraphQL API design
• Video processing pipeline
• WebSocket real-time features
• Database optimization

Innovation in Dating Technology

At FunFunFun Inc., I pioneered the integration of social media authenticity with dating applications, creating a platform that emphasized genuine connections through video-first interactions. The technical challenges of real-time video processing, complex matching algorithms, and seamless social integration required innovative solutions across the entire technology stack.

Video-First Innovation
Full-Stack Leadership
Social Integration Pioneer