- James Nganga Portfolio

About

James Nganga aka Tha Great Fikshun

As an Applied Computer Science graduate from United States International University-Africa, I bring a dynamic blend of technical expertise and a passion for innovation to the field of UI/UX engineering. With a strong foundation in development skills and a knack for effective communication, I am committed to driving positive change through technology. Proficient in a diverse array of programming languages and tools, including Flutter, Django, Kotlin, Python, PHP, HTML, CSS, C#, and .NET framework, I possess a versatile skill set that enables me to tackle complex challenges with ease. Additionally, my experience extends to Microsoft Excel data analysis, SQL Server, IT support, and various system analysis and design methodologies.

In my current role as a UI/UX Engineer, I have demonstrated my ability to collaborate seamlessly with DevOps teams, fostering intuitive interfaces that elevate user experience and engagement. I excel in designing wireframes that effectively communicate design concepts, facilitating a streamlined development process. By closely coordinating with backend developers, I ensure the seamless integration of UI/UX elements and functionalities, thereby optimizing user workflows and productivity within the DevOps pipeline.
Furthermore, my commitment to continuous improvement drives me to assess and enhance the usability and accessibility of software applications, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of users effectively. With a relentless focus on delivering impactful solutions, I am poised to contribute significantly to any project or initiative aimed at driving innovation in UI/UX engineering.

  • Birthday: 09 February 1995
  • Phone: +254 797 552 442
  • City: Nairobi, Kenya
  • Email: softwaredevjames@outlook.com

Interests

Software Development

Machine Learning

Computer Vision

Natural Language Processing

Software Engineering

Visualization

Algorithms

Image Processing

Education

USIU- AFRICA University

MSc in Information Systems & Technology

January 2021 - Present
Relevant Coursework
  • Distributed Database Systems
  • Cloud Computing
  • Foundation Of Algorithms

Bsc degree in Computer Science

Sept 2016 - May 2020
Relevant Coursework
  • Data Structures & Algorithms
  • Database Management Systems
  • Operating Systems
  • Algorithms & Optimization for Big Data
  • Machine Learning

Experience

Quench!e Gruppo

December 2023 - Current

Mobile and Software Professional

  • Provide strategic leadership to the organization.
  • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Oversee budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities and partnerships.
  • Drive innovation and the adoption of emerging technologies.
  • Provide inspirational leadership and foster a positive work culture.
  • Oversee the development and enhancement of IT products and services.
  • Identify and mitigate potential risks to the organization.
  • Represent the company to the public, investors, and media.
  • Prioritize customer satisfaction and champion customer-centric initiatives.
  • Form strategic alliances with other firms in the IT sector.
  • Navigate and lead the organization through crisis situations.

Viscar Capacity

September 2023 - Current

ICT Officer | UI/UX Engineer

  • Collaborate with cross-functional DevOps teams to create intuitive and user-friendly interfaces.
  • Contribute to the design and development of wireframes for efficient communication of design concepts.
  • Work closely with backend developers to draft seamless UI/UX integration into the system.
  • Optimize user workflows and experiences within the DevOps pipeline.
  • Continuously assess and enhance the usability and accessibility of software applications.

Villasezi Company

January 2023 - June 2023

Web Developer

  • Implemented UI/UX design for Villasezi portfolio Website
  • Did Wireframes for the company
  • Drafted a backend design approach for the system

Intelligentso Company

January 2022 - November 2022

Software Engineer

  • Tested, designed, and developed backend APIs of WebRTC enabled multi‑party video conferencing web application and delivered the project 15 days
  • ahead of schedule by efficiently designing the flow of the project..
  • Configured, troubleshot, and administered server‑side web applications for the statistics department.
  • Handled Linux server administration and Apache configuration; automated tasks like user account creation, managing student database, and system maintenance using Shell and automation scripts, reducing manual work by 200%.

Kenyans In Egypt.

August 2020 - November 2020

Web Developer

  • Documented and coded server‑less web application for the community website industry and designed using HTML5, CSS3 & JS, as well as bootstrapping.
  • Redeveloped an existing system to support customer account management, scheduling, and time tracking; enabled dynamic API calls with the help of Amazon API Gateway, AWS Lambda, and DynamoDB.

Kenyans In Egypt Limited.

July 2019 - Dec 2019

Software Developer

  • Tested, designed, and developed backend APIs of WebRTC enabled multi‑party video conferencing web application and delivered the project 15 days ahead of schedule by efficiently designing the flow of the project.
  • Implemented UI/UX design for Kenyans In Egypt Limited Website
  • Did Wireframes for the company
  • Drafted a backend design approach for the system

Stev Apps - Campus BE!.

May 2018 - June 2018

Mobile Backend Dev

  • Optimized image processing algorithm of pill detection by creating customized MASKRCNN algorithm, increasing accuracy by 15%; trained classification algorithm with the help of triplet loss to learn the image embedding of pill, reducing the hassle of collecting data of new pills.
  • Devised a pipeline of the project to incorporate it into the product of the company. Implemented Restful APIs in Django that enabled our quality Analyst team to increase reporting speed by 46%.
  • Built a web app to onboard data from the company’s product using Flask, Postgres, and AWS S3, enabling interactive charts in real-time.
  • Mentored 2 interns to optimize the pill detection algorithm and to include the multiprocessing pipeline, increasing overall speed by 75%.

Stev Apps - Venda App

Jan 2018 - May 2018

Mobile UI/UX DEV

  • Implemented noise reduction algorithm on the satellite image and prepared architecture for detecting objects in high‑resolution satellite images, achieving 80% accuracy.
  • Increased accessibility of satellite image data by redesigning database and application for showcasing graphical data.

Projects

  • All
  • Web-App
  • Mobile-App

Venda App

Flexy App

KIEA Web-App

Villasezi Web-App

MaxRivers Properties Web-App

Campus BE!

Skills

Languages and Databases

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Frameworks

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Tools

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Contact

Address

Nairobi, Kenya

Social Profiles

Email

softwaredevjames@outlook.com

Contact

+254 797 552 442