Shamsher Alam

About Shamsher Alam

Innovative Drupal Architect | Acquia Certified | Open-Source Contributor With over 13 years of experience in Drupal and PHP development, I specialize in crafting scalable, secure, and high-performance web solutions that merge traditional CMS excellence with AI-driven automation and intelligent workflows. My expertise spans architecture, development, and performance optimization across diverse industries including enterprise, media, and financial domains.I’m passionate about exploring how AI and Prompt Engineering can revolutionize the Drupal ecosystem — from content automation to context-aware personalization. By integrating Python, SQL, and cloud services, I deliver smarter, data-driven digital experiences that enhance both usability and efficiency. Certified Expertise & Community ImpactI’m an Acquia Certified Developer and an active open-source contributor, constantly sharing insights and empowering others through blogging and mentorship. Gold Badge Member on Drupal Stack Exchange Contributor to 20+ GitHub open-source projects Technical Blogger & Mentor, simplifying complex Drupal concepts for the global developer community Core Skills & Strengths- Drupal (6–12) – Architecture, backend, and theming expertise- AI Integration & Prompt Engineering – Intelligent automation in Drupal workflows- Python & SQL – Scripting, data transformation, and performance tuning- Web Stack: PHP, HTML, CSS, JS (ES6+), jQuery- Tools: Drush, Git, Linux, Apache, Docker, CI/CD- Other Platforms: WordPress, Headless CMS- Focus: Web performance, scalability Professional ApproachAs a Senior Solutions Specialist – Drupal @ Nasdaq, I blend technical depth with strategic insight, designing modular, reusable, and future-ready solutions. I prioritize clean architecture, optimized code, and maintainability. Leadership to me means mentoring developers, promoting knowledge sharing, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. AI-Driven InnovationI actively experiment with AI Agents, OpenAI APIs, and Python-based automation, integrating them into Drupal to enable intelligent editorial tools, smart metadata generation, and data enrichment. My vision is to make Drupal evolve into an AI-augmented digital experience platform. Continuous Learning & CollaborationDriven by curiosity and a growth mindset, I love collaborating on Drupal modernization, AI adoption, and open-source innovation. Whether it’s a new technical challenge or mentoring aspiring developers Let’s ConnectDrupal:

Experience

1. Senior Solutions Specialist - Drupal

   Nasdaq

   Jun 2021 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   At Nasdaq, my role involves overseeing implementation strategies, assessing security feasibility, and evaluating performance impact. I manage proof of concepts (POCs), monitor user traffic, Google bot requests, and address any unauthorized access to ensure project security.I ensure that all business and functional requirements are implemented according to Drupal standards and provide the team with guidance on these implementations. My aim is to address complex needs and remove technical obstacles for the team.

Education

• H.B.S.E

  12th, Computer Science

  2005 — 2007

• H.B.S.E

  10th; Diploma;, Haryana Board; Tally

  2003 — 2005

• Maharshi Dayanand University

  Bachelor of Computer Science & Application.(BCA), Computer Science

  2007 — 2010

• Kurukshetra University

  Master of Computer Applications (MCA), Computer Science

  2010 — 2013

Skills

• Apis
• Wordpress
• Behat
• Xml
• Joomla
• Ubot Studio
• Web Development
• Css
• C and Java
• Php
• Cascading Style Sheets (Css)
• Html
• Vegetarian Cooking
• Android Development
• Mysql
• Javascript
• Drupal Site Factory
• Jquery
• Web Applications
• Java
• Git
• Drupal