Leon K.

Leon K.

Senior PHP Developer/Android Developer

Kwekwe, Zimbabwe
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About Me

Leon is a self-taught developer focusing on developing Android applications, native web applications, and web-based systems. An expert in building full lifecycle IT solutions in a diverse set of industry verticals, he uses proven modern methods and technologies specifically chosen to fit each project's needs. In Leon, you will find an innovative and creative developer eager to fulfill his clients' wishes.

Work history

UpStack
UpStack
Senior PHP Developer/Android Developer
2022 - Present (2 years)
Remote
  • Create and develop innovative software solutions for different clients across a broad range of industries.

  • Participate in scrums consisting of cross-functional teams, both software and hardware.

  • Ensure that features are being delivered efficiently and on-time.

Hanellin International Zimbabwe
Hanellin International Zimbabwe
Senior Full Stack Developer
2021 - 2021
Zimbabwe
  • Worked on developing a custom-made customer relations software solution using PHP.

  • Included features that support membership registration, online payments of members, statistics of members, and more.

  • Integrated bulk e-mail sending functions which manually or automatically send emails with attachment to all or selected registered members.

Munandy Bakery
Munandy Bakery
Software Developer
2019 - Present (5 years)
Zimbabwe
  • Worked on the development of a client Android application, admin Android application, and web-based administration portal for a Zimbabwean bakery company.

  • Ensured the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of the application.

  • Managed minor changes and added new improvements such as sending emails to management every day of sales per branch and so on.

Spiritual Movement Zimbabwe
Spiritual Movement Zimbabwe
Senior Full Stack/Android Developer
2019 - 2021 (2 years)
Zimbabwe
  • Worked on the development of a dynamic website and Android application.

  • Developed a web admin portal which is used to manage both website and app content e.g. sermons, pastors, daily verses, push notifications, quiz game, events, and more.

  • Updated the website to contain information of all the church members and automatically send push notifications and SMS when there is an upcoming event.

National Gallery of Zimbabwe
National Gallery of Zimbabwe
Android Developer
2017 - 2017
Zimbabwe
  • Worked on creating an informative native android application for the National Gallery of Zimbabwe.

  • Developed features to show Artwork of the week, about gallery, contact details, as well as an in-app browser which displays their website.

  • Integrated an online payment system which allowed their clients to donate using the application.

Freelancer
Freelancer
PHP Developer/Full-Stack Developer
2015 - Present (9 years)
Remote
  • Worked on multiple client projects, writing efficient code using state-of-the-art software development practices. Developed the Eagle Learning Website (Eagle Learning Trust NGO) PHP website and web-based Admin Portal.

  • Created an SNV Android Mobile App (SNV NGO) and worked on a Church Management Software Android Application, crusades website, and church website.

  • Developed an Android application for Commonground (Africamp Network). Created a PHP website and web-based Admin Portal for South Africa Government Project eFarming.

Portfolio

Full-Stack Engineer - Webtrade Zimbabwe
Full-Stack Engineer - Webtrade Zimbabwe

Webtrade is an online mobile app that allows sellers to create online shops to market their products and services online. Customers are able to make inquiries and shop online and get up-to-date information as they are able to compare prices and get value for money. This application supports online payments and is linked to a paynow payment gateway that supports all Zimbabwean payment methods. The project has a web-based shop admin portal that is used by sellers to manage their listings. It also has an admin portal that is used by system administrators to manage the overall system. Technologies used: Android, Bootstrap, CSS, HTML, Java, JavaScript, jQuery, JSON, MySQL, PHP.

Full-Stack Engineer - CRM Software
Full-Stack Engineer - CRM Software

The system is a customer relationship management tool that allows users to submit their membership forms online and attach required documents. The system will then forward the details to the admin which will be accessed using the admin portal. It also supports online membership payments and has a payment tracking system, as well as a newsletter feature and more. Developed the system using native PHP.

Software Developer - Point of Sale
Software Developer - Point of Sale

Acted as the sole developer for this project, developing the client Android application, admin Android application, and web-based administration portal. The project is still in development, doing minor changes and adding new improvements e.g. sending emails to management every day of sales per branch and so on. Technologies used: Android, Java, PHP, JSON, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, jQuery, Bootstrap.

Education

National certification in Information Technology
National certification in Information Technology
Kwekwe Polytechnic Institute
2014 - 2015 (1 year)
CISCO Networking CCENT
CISCO Networking CCENT
Funtech Zimbabwe