Gergely Gaál

Senior Laravel & Shopify developer helping devs and teams bridge backend logic with real-world commerce. I mentor on Laravel architecture, Shopify APIs, and hybrid CMS integrations that actually scale.

I’m a Senior Laravel & Shopify Developer with over 15 years of experience building and mentoring around scalable web systems, e-commerce platforms, and custom backend logic. My work lives at the intersection of technical precision and business clarity — where code isn’t just elegant, but sustainable.

On Codementor, I focus on two things:
• Helping developers understand why Laravel architecture decisions matter — from service containers to modular design.
• Guiding Shopify engineers and merchants through API debugging, app development, and backend integrations that keep stores running fast and compliant.

Over the years I’ve built and scaled platforms for both startups and enterprise environments. Some highlights:
– Led backend development for Hungary’s national sports funding program platform (Laravel).
– Built and maintained the Digiloop Pickup & Delivery Shopify app used by merchants to automate logistics.
– Migrated and optimized multiple e-commerce stores (Magento, Spree, custom PHP) to Shopify, improving conversion and maintainability.
– Designed Laravel-based microservices and headless CMS integrations that let Shopify stores manage content flexibly without sacrificing performance.

What I love about mentoring is the aha moment — when a dev suddenly sees how a piece fits into the larger system. My approach is structured but conversational: I’ll explain patterns, walk through examples, and share practical debugging habits that save hours.

If you’re:
– stuck on a Laravel architectural issue (service layers, queues, APIs),
– debugging a tricky Shopify API or webhook integration,
– planning a Laravel-Shopify hybrid setup (CMS, automation, or local payment flows),
– or simply leveling up your backend thinking —
then you’ll find I teach through doing, not lecturing.

My toolkit:
• Laravel, PHP, REST APIs
• Shopify (Liquid, CLI, API, App Development)
• Vue.js, React, JS/HTML/CSS
• MySQL, PostgreSQL
• Redis, Docker, Ubuntu Server
• Payment gateways (Barion, PayPal, Stripe)

I’ve worked across Hungary and the UK, collaborating with diverse teams and mentoring developers who’ve since gone on to lead their own projects. I also have a background in teaching — I spent several years lecturing in computer science and even earned awards for educational platforms I built. That teaching DNA still shapes how I explain complex systems: clear, grounded, and tailored to your pace.

Outside of code, I stay curious about how AI reshapes development workflows — prompt engineering has become another corner of my craft — and when I’m not deep in logic trees, you’ll probably find me hiking or dancing salsa.

If you’re looking for someone who’s seen both sides — the builder and the mentor — and who can meet you exactly where you’re stuck, let’s connect. Whether it’s a quick debugging session or a longer architectural deep dive, you’ll leave with clarity, not just code.