Allan Kiplagat

Software dev

Nairobi

Summary

About Allan Experienced Software Developer adept in bringing forth expertise in design, installation, testing and maintenance of software systems. Equipped with a diverse and promising skill-set. Proficient in various platforms, languages, and embedded systems. Experienced with the latest cutting edge development tools and procedures. Able to effectively self-manage during independent projects, as well as collaborate as part of a productive team.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Web Developer Intern

Smartguard

05.2023 - Current

Collaborated with a team of talented developers to implement robust RESTful APIs in Node.js and
Express, enabling the creation of highly scalable full-stack web applications
Spearheaded the development of a comprehensive unit testing infrastructure for a client application, resulting in a significant reduction in reported bugs and enhanced software quality
Played a key role in architecting and designing efficient and elegant solutions, ensuring optimal performance and user experience
Received recognition for consistently delivering high-quality code within tight deadlines, contributing to the overall success of projects.

Open Source Contributer

01.2022 - 03.2023

Engaged in a challenging three-month endeavor to contribute to an open source project focused on data visualization
Demonstrated exceptional skills in data visualization and meticulous attention to detail
Collaborated with the project community to enhance and optimize data visualization capabilities, leveraging open source tools and frameworks
Contributed to the development of advanced data scraping functionalities within the project, utilizing open source web scraping libraries like Scrapy and Beautiful Soup
Applied social media sentiment analysis techniques to extract valuable insights, facilitating actionable recommendations for users to enhance their online presence and engagement
Received recognition for effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless integration of open source data visualization solutions into the project's user interface.

Upwork & Fiverr

01.2020 - Current

Established a thriving freelance career, delivering exceptional results across diverse projects and industries
Demonstrated adaptability and a rapid learning ability by quickly grasping complex concepts and efficiently executing tasks
Garnered a stellar reputation for consistently exceeding client expectations and delivering high-quality work within specified timelines
Secured a large client base through positive reviews and referrals, establishing a strong professional network and reputation as a reliable and skilled freelancer.

Education

BSc - Mathematics and computer science, computer science

Multimedia University of Kenya

April 2024

a dedicated mathematics and computer science student, I have cultivated a robust learning experience characterized by a strong foundation in both disciplines. Through rigorous coursework and practical projects, I have honed my analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and programming skills. By immersing myself in various mathematical concepts and computational techniques, I have gained a deep understanding of algorithms, data structures, and their applications. My continuous pursuit of knowledge, coupled with a passion for innovation, has driven me to stay updated with the latest advancements in, . Microverse, Remote full stack development program

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December 2022

Spent 1000+ hours mastering algorithms, data structures, and full- stack development while simultaneously developing projects with Node js , JavaScript, React, and Redux. Developed skills in remote pair-programming using GitHub, industry standard git- flow, and daily standups to communicate and collaborate with international remote developers.

Skills

Front-End: JavaScript, React, Redux, HTML5, CSS3
Back-End: Node js , Python, MySQL ,MongoDB
Tools & Methods: Git, GitHub , Responsive Development ,Netlify
Professional: Remote Pair-Programming, Teamwork
Programming Languages
End-User Support

Site Layout
Web Practices
User Experience
Web Applications
Managing Digital Media

Timeline

Web Developer Intern - Smartguard

05.2023 - Current

- Open Source Contributer

01.2022 - 03.2023

- Upwork & Fiverr

01.2020 - Current

Multimedia University of Kenya - BSc, Mathematics and computer science, computer science

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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

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