Question 1

Who is Syed Mohamad Arif?

Accepted Answer

Syed Mohamad Arif is a Frontend and Mobile Developer based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with 5 years of experience building cross-platform applications with React Native, React, and TypeScript. He currently works as a Mobile App Developer at Paywatch Malaysia and is the creator of the Hikayat Daily Global app on Google Play.

Question 2

Who created Hikayat Daily Global?

Accepted Answer

Hikayat Daily Global was created by Syed Mohamad Arif, a Malaysian React Native developer. The Android app is published on the Google Play Store at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hikayatdailyglobal.

Question 3

What is LokalGig?

Accepted Answer

LokalGig is a Malaysian local services marketplace connecting freelancers with clients for everyday gigs and side projects. It was built end-to-end by Syed Mohamad Arif with React, TypeScript, Tailwind, Supabase, and Vercel, and is live at https://lokalgig.my/.

Question 4

What technologies does Syed Mohamad Arif specialize in?

Accepted Answer

Syed Mohamad Arif specializes in React Native and Expo for cross-platform mobile apps, and React, Next.js, and TypeScript for web. His regular toolkit also includes Tailwind CSS, Redux, React Query, Firebase, Supabase, PostgreSQL, and CI/CD pipelines through Azure DevOps, Expo EAS, and Codemagic.

Question 5

Is Syed Mohamad Arif available for freelance or contract work?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Syed Mohamad Arif offers freelance website and mobile app development services to clients in Malaysia and remotely worldwide. Engagements typically cover design in Figma, development in React or React Native, and full deployment to Vercel and the App Store / Play Store. Reach him at syedarifjr@gmail.com or +60 14-529 7072.

Question 6

Where is Syed Mohamad Arif based?

Accepted Answer

Syed Mohamad Arif is based in Sentul, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and is open to remote work worldwide.

Question 7

How can I contact Syed Mohamad Arif?

Accepted Answer

Email: syedarifjr@gmail.com. Phone / WhatsApp: +60 14-529 7072. LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/syedmhdarif. GitHub: https://github.com/syedmhdarif.

Question 8

How do I hire a mobile app developer in Malaysia?

Accepted Answer

You can hire Syed Mohamad Arif directly as a freelance mobile app developer based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. He builds cross-platform iOS and Android apps with React Native and Expo, handles design in Figma, development in TypeScript, and full submission to the App Store and Play Store. Email syedarifjr@gmail.com or WhatsApp +60 14-529 7072 to start a conversation.

Question 9

Where can I find a freelance React Native developer in Kuala Lumpur?

Accepted Answer

Syed Mohamad Arif is a freelance React Native developer based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with 5 years of professional experience and live apps on the Google Play Store (Hikayat Daily Global, Hikayat Diri). He works with clients across Malaysia — including Petaling Jaya, Shah Alam, and Selangor — and remotely worldwide. Visit https://syedmohamadarif.site for projects and contact details.

Question 10

How much does it cost to build a mobile app in Malaysia?

Accepted Answer

Cost depends on scope, integrations, and timeline. A basic single-platform MVP typically starts in the low five figures MYR; a full cross-platform iOS and Android app with auth, payments, push notifications, and store submission usually lands in the mid-to-high five figures MYR. Syed Mohamad Arif provides clear, fixed-scope quotes after a free discovery call. Reach out at syedarifjr@gmail.com for a tailored estimate.

Question 11

Do you build both iOS and Android apps?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Syed Mohamad Arif builds cross-platform iOS and Android apps from a single React Native + Expo codebase, with native modules where needed. Full release pipelines run through Expo EAS or Codemagic, including Apple App Store and Google Play Store submission.

Question 12

Do you offer both UI/UX design and development?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Syed Mohamad Arif works across the full product lifecycle — UI/UX design and prototyping in Figma, development in TypeScript with React or React Native, testing, CI/CD, and deployment. This bridges the gap between design and engineering and avoids handoff friction.

Question 13

Do you work with Malaysian SMEs and startups?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Syed Mohamad Arif works with Malaysian SMEs, startups, and international clients on websites, web apps, and cross-platform mobile apps. Engagements run remotely across Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Penang, Johor) and worldwide. Invoicing supported in MYR or USD.

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