Shipping Zero JavaScript Websites with Astro and Contentful
A practical guide to building fast, lightweight websites that prioritize your visitors' experience using Astro and Contentful.
Read moreAbout me - Hi, I'm Ayham
I'm a software engineer based in Berlin who's been building things on the web since 2015. I genuinely enjoy the craft— there's something satisfying about turning ideas into working software.
I got into tech in high school by assembling PCs for friends and family, then moved on to flashing custom ROMs on Android phones — often on the bus on the way to school. That curiosity turned into a habit of constant self-teaching.
Since then, I've spent years working across startups, agencies, and open-source organizations — building everything from internal tools and mobile apps to security platforms and humanitarian aid software. Along the way, I've collaborated with teams at places like Neighbourhoodie and contributed to projects for organizations like the Sovereign Tech Fund and Apache CouchDB.
I don't care much about job titles or buzzwords — I like solving problems, building useful things, and making sense of messy challenges. My toolkit spans JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Vue, Node.js, and mobile development with React Native, but I'm always picking up new things.
Outside of software, I spend time on DIY electronics and side projects, and I also produce hip-hop beats at home. Whether it's with code, hardware, or music, I enjoy staying hands-on and creative.
My approach - Building with quality and care.
I believe in writing clean, maintainable code and delivering value to every project I work on.
- Quality first. I take pride in writing well-tested, documented code that stands the test of time and is easy to maintain.
- Clear communication. I keep clients informed at every step, ensuring transparency and alignment throughout the project.
- Continuous learning. Technology evolves rapidly, and I stay current with the latest tools and best practices to deliver modern solutions.
From the blog
Occasionally I write about web development, things I've learned, and ideas I'm exploring.