Passion Fuels Purpose 

Biography

Hi, I'm Mong'are, a web developer and UI/UX designer with a passion for creating beautiful, functional, and user-centered digital experiences. With 4 years of experience in the field. I am always looking for new and innovative ways to bring my clients' visions to life.

I believe that design is about more than just making things look pretty – it's about solving problems and creating intuitive, enjoyable experiences for users.

Whether I'm working on a website, mobile app, or other digital product, I bring my commitment to design excellence and user-centered thinking to every project I work on. I look forward to the opportunity to bring my skills and passion to your next project.

Samwel Mongare
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Satisfied clients

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Projects Completed

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Years of Experience

Skills

Web
HTML
CSS
JavaScript
React
NextJS
TailwindCSS
Figma
Web Design
Django
Ruby on Rails
NodeJS
TypeScript

Experience

  • Product Manager / Quality Assurance / Tester @SparePap Limited

    June 2024 - Present | Nairobi, Kenya

    I led cross-functional collaboration between developers and other departments, reducing feature implementation time by 30% through streamlined communication and task breakdown. I conducted over 100 whitebox and blackbox tests, ensuring that 95% of new features were deployed without critical bugs. I managed and prioritized a backlog of more than 50 features and bug fixes, improving development efficiency and reducing turnaround time by 40%. By implementing structured task assignments, I optimized the development process, reducing miscommunications and rework by 25%. I spearheaded problem-solving sessions with developers, resolving 90% of blockers before development began, and assisted in prioritizing features based on market research and user feedback, which led to a 20% increase in user retention through high-impact feature releases. Through rigorous testing and QA processes, I ensured high product quality, reducing post-release bug reports by 35%.

  • Full Stack Web Developer (Contract) @Cognipal

    Mar 2023 - Present | Nairobi, Kenya

    I spearheaded front-end development for a US-based startup, focusing on creating user-friendly interfaces and seamless user experiences. I participated in developing a real estate AI agent solution that could be easily integrated into websites, enhancing user engagement and support. I also designed and implemented a user dashboard that allowed clients to manage their accounts, generate API tokens, and access personalized features. Leveraging technologies such as Puppeteer for web scraping, AWS Lambda functions, and EC2 instances, I optimized performance and scalability while minimizing costs. I utilized Azure Blob Storage for scraped data, ensuring efficient data management and retrieval. Throughout the project, I collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve goals, following Agile methodologies, documented technical processes, and provided training to team members. My contributions delivered high-quality, accessible web solutions that supported the company’s growth. Do you like this personality? Ask ChatGPT

  • Software Engineer @BellFeeds

    Mar 2023 - Present | Nairobi, Kenya

    Developed and implemented a modern, user-friendly front end for the official company website using React, Material-UI, CSS, and Framer Motion. Increased website loading speed by 40% by optimizing code and implementing performance-enhancing techniques using server-side rendering privileges of Next.js. Implemented API calls from the headless CMS eCommerce to link the website's front and back end, resulting in a seamless user experience and improved functionality. Wrote and implemented clean, scalable code based on specifications while complying with WCAG 2.1 accessibility requirements. Troubleshooting and debugging code to ensure functionality and accessibility. Verified and deployed software systems. Maintained software code and security systems. Created technical documents and trained staff.

  • Code Reviewer @Microverse

    Jan 2022 - Mar 2023 | California, United States

    Provided detailed feedback and suggestions during code reviews, leading to a 50% improvement in coding skills for team members and junior developers. Mentored junior developers on best practices for writing clean, efficient code, resulting in a 15% increase in code quality scores. Collaborated with the development team on collaborative projects to establish coding standards and guidelines, leading to a 20% improvement in overall code readability.

  • IT Support Technician @Chebut Tea Factory

    June 2019-August 2019 | Kapsabet, Kenya

    Conducted troubleshooting of LAN/WAN networks, resolving connectivity issues for 50+ employees and reducing downtime by 30%. Performed data entry using the Chai-Pro System with 100% accuracy, ensuring seamless record-keeping and minimizing errors. Identified and implemented new software and hardware solutions to improve system performance, resulting in a 20% increase in overall efficiency. Identified and implemented software upgrades to improve system performance, resulting in a 20% increase in overall efficiency. Conducted extensive testing of new hardware components, leading to the selection and installation of equipment that reduced system downtime by 15%.

Education

  • Full Stack Web Development

    Oct 2021-Sep 2022 | Microverse

    Implemented remote pair programming methodologies using GitHub and industry-standard git-flow to effectively collaborate with international remote developers on a daily basis while ensuring seamless code integration. Utilized Ruby, Rails, JavaScript, React, and Redux to develop multiple projects showcasing proficiency in full-stack web development. Mastered algorithms, data structures, and full-stack development through 1300+ hours of dedicated study, resulting in a deep understanding of key programming concepts and techniques.

  • Bachelor in Business Information Technology (Second Class Upper)

    2015-2019 | Multimedia University of Kenya

    Utilized my blend of technical knowledge and business acumen to successfully complete projects that required a strong understanding of both fields, resulting in improved efficiency and effectiveness. Acquired technical proficiency in networking units, digital logic, and programming languages such as C++ and Java during my studies in Business Information Technology. Developed a comprehensive understanding of business operations and management through coursework in accounting, marketing, and business management, enabling me to effectively analyze and address organizational challenges.

  • Online Coursework

    2019-Present | Coursera And Udemy

    Completed coursework in web development, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React, resulting in a strong foundation in front-end development. Completed coursework in AWS, including EC2, S3, and RDS, resulting in a strong foundation in cloud computing.