Brian Ndung'u Githinji

Motivated Computing and ICT graduate with practical expertise in software development, digital literacy, and classroom teaching. Delivered structured Computer Studies lessons as a peer teacher post-KCSE, complemented by a high-impact final year biometric attendance project. Strong communicator with extracurricular experience in journalism and advanced musical skills as a highly skilled guitarist. Committed to discipline, integrity, mentorship, and excellence.

• Biometric Attendance Management System - Final Year Project, Technical University of Mombasa, 2025-01-01
• Successfully designed, developed, and prototyped a secure web-based biometric attendance system primarily utilizing facial recognition (face biometrics) to automate tracking, enhance efficiency, and minimize manual errors in university/educational environments.
• Incorporated fingerprint biometrics as a secondary authentication method for added flexibility, reliability, and multi-modal verification.
• Implemented core features: real-time face detection and recognition, biometric authentication (face + fingerprint), MySQL database integration, attendance reporting dashboards, admin controls, and security protocols.
• Utilised PHP/MySQL (backend), HTML/CSS/JavaScript (frontend), facedetection/processing .e.g, biometric SDKs for accurate verification.
• Presented prototype to faculty panel, receiving positive feedback for usability, accuracy, contactless facial design (hygiene advantages), robustness via dual biometrics, and strong educational applicability.

Valid Kenyan Driving License, B, C1.

• Peer Teacher (Computer Studies, Mathematics, Geography), Mugecha Secondary School, 2021-05-01, 2021-09-01, Taught structured lessons primarily in Computer Studies, with additional coverage in Mathematics and Geography to secondary students., Prepared lesson plans, delivered clear explanations of technical concepts, conducted practical sessions, and supported student progress interactively., Mentored learners, maintained classroom discipline, and fostered a positive learning environment., Gained foundational experience in pedagogy, classroom management, and student engagement prior to university.
• Industrial Attachment (ICT), Amani Salem Limited - Software Development Company, 2024-05-01, 2024-08-01, Assisted in software development, system support, hardware/software troubleshooting., Applied ICT knowledge to real-world challenges in a professional team., Demonstrated responsibility, teamwork, and adaptability., Assessment Grade: A

• Programming & Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, biometric SDK/integration.
• Databases & Systems: MySQL, data management, real-time reporting/attendance systems.
• Fundamentals: Hardware/software troubleshooting, networking basics.
• Tools: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); online research & presentations.

• Christian Union Member, Technical University of Mombasa, 2021-01-01, Mentorship programs, leadership roles, gospel music participation.
• Church Involvement, 2017-01-01, Worship leading, youth mentorship, community outreach.
• Journalism Club Member, Mugecha Secondary School, Actively contributed to school media: newsletters, reporting, content creation., Earned certificate of participation/achievement., Built communication, research, and digital content skills, transferable to teaching digital literacy, web technologies, and online safety in Computing.
• Music Participation, Highly skilled guitarist (ongoing personal development and church/community involvement)., Proficient in guitar performance, chord progressions, and accompaniment for worship/gospel music., Demonstrates discipline, creativity, and ability to engage/inspire others through music.

• Nationality: Kenyan
• Driving License: Valid Kenyan Driving License: Class B and C1

• Computing and technology education
• Personal and professional development
• Music performance (highly skilled guitarist - gospel, contemporary styles)
• Student mentorship and guidance