NORBERT WEDE OTIENO

Self-motivated developer and technical writer with over two years of experience in creating and delivering scalable, secure systems. Proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, NodeJS, Express, MongoDB, Android, SQL, and AWS. Strong team player excelling in collaboration and communication. Enthusiastic about generating innovative solutions and addressing challenges. Keen eagerness to learn new technologies to stay current in the industry. Committed to producing exceptional work and continuously refining skills.

• Openflix Platform: Developed and maintained Openflix, a site for curated top-rated IMDb movies across multiple genres. Led the integration of real-time booking and live location features, which enhanced user engagement and experience. This project gave me expertise in full-stack programming, MVC architecture, and code organization for improved performance and future scalability.
• Home Services Platform: Created and launched a platform connecting consumers with local service providers, similar to Uber, integrating real-time booking and location tracking for enhanced service efficiency. My work in full-stack development, using JavaScript, Node.js, ReactJS, and MySQL, provided insight into building user-friendly, scalable platforms while aligning technical solutions with business objectives.
• IoT Mesh Cloud Product: Contributed to the development of an IoT mesh Cloud product for industrial monitoring and control. Worked with PCB designers and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of cloud technologies and embedded systems, using Agile methodologies to accelerate product development. This enhanced my proficiency in cloud integration, IoT applications, and collaborative product development for industrial settings.
• NEMA IT Internship: Worked at the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), improving system efficiency by creating an online library management system for better content organization and retrieval. Developed automation technologies to streamline user interactions and closely monitored server performance to ensure operational continuity and early problem detection, significantly improving NEMA’s environmental data management.
• Software Testing & Content Strategy: Collaborated with reviewers and editors to produce SEO-optimized, technical software testing blogs, increasing the company's online visibility and authority. My contributions in cloud integration, IoT, and software testing helped align technical solutions with market needs, boosting engagement and establishing the company as a leader in software testing knowledge.

• GitHub – Contributor and Developer of open-source projects such as Openflix and Home Services Platform.
• National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)
• Professional Networks – Active member of various professional networks in data science, IoT, and software engineering, with a strong focus on collaborative research and technology development.

• Achieved enhanced service efficiency and user satisfaction by completing the development of a local service provider platform with real-time booking and live location tracking using JavaScript, Node.js, MySQL, ReactJS, and Material-UI.Collaborated with a team of 5 developers to create a seamless, user-friendly platform, which allowed consumers to easily connect with local service providers and manage reservations.
  
• Achieved a streamlined workflow and improved system efficiency by developing a new online library management system at NEMA, enhancing content organization and retrieval processes.Worked closely with a team of 3 IT professionals, completing the project on time and improving the library’s operational capabilities.
  
• Resolved multiple technical issues by documenting and troubleshooting server-related problems during an internship at NEMA, which led to a more stable and efficient IT infrastructure.Proactively monitored server activities, logged errors, and detected system issues early, ensuring uninterrupted service and minimizing downtime.
  
• Achieved improved client satisfaction and increased engagement by introducing real-time booking features for the local service provider platform.Integrated live location tracking, enhancing user experience and providing clients with greater control over their reservations.
  
• Achieved substantial visibility and thought leadership in the software development community by publishing 6 technical articles on platforms like Dev.to and MagicPod, covering key topics such as Go Modules, Performance Testing, QA Engineering, and Test Automation.Collaborated with content teams to research and write comprehensive, SEO-optimized articles that helped readers improve their software development practices.
  
• Achieved significant time savings by introducing automation software for internal testing tasks at MagicPod, improving overall team efficiency and reducing manual workload by 30%.Worked with cross-functional teams to integrate the tool into the existing workflow, speeding up testing cycles and allowing developers to focus on feature development.
  
• Achieved an increase in product reliability by successfully resolving a critical software bug through detailed consumer testing and troubleshooting, which contributed to higher product satisfaction and reduced complaint rates.Led testing initiatives, identified issues early, and worked with the development team to implement fixes before product release.
  
• Achieved better resource management and project tracking by using Microsoft Excel to create and maintain inventory tracking spreadsheets, helping the team stay on top of supplies and avoid shortages.Designed efficient spreadsheet templates, allowing staff to quickly input, retrieve, and analyze inventory data.
  
• Supervised a team of 4 staff members during my internship at NEMA, ensuring smooth execution of IT projects and providing guidance on technical troubleshooting and system maintenance.Fostered a collaborative team environment, enhancing overall project delivery and ensuring that all IT systems ran efficiently and without error.