Education
- Software Engineering Program – ALX Africa
- BSc, Mathematics & Computer Science
Certifications:
Harvard CS50x(CS), CS50P, CS50SQL,
ALX Backend Specialization
PolycarpKanyugo
Language(s)
FRENCH
ENGLISH
Skills
- Languages: Python, SQL, C, JavaScript, Bash - Frontend: HTML5, CSS3, React, Bootstrap - Backend & APIs: Django, Flask, Node.js, REST, GraphQL-ready, SQLAlchemy, ORMs - Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite (schema design, optimization), MongoDB - Version Control & Collaboration: Git, GitHub, Agile workflows, Slack, Discord, Trello - Security: Role-based access control, authentication/authorization - DevOps & Cloud: Docker, Kubernetes, Minikube, Nginx, GitHub Actions, CI/CD pipelines - Testing & QA: Unit testing, integration testing, pytest, Apache Bench, Postman
Work Experience
Jun 2023 – Jul 2024: Software Engineer Trainee – ALX Africa (Remote)
- Designed and deployed full-stack applications with Django/Flask and MySQL/SQLite databases, ensuring scalable and maintainable architecture.
- Implemented and debugged low-level C projects, strengthening system-level performance skills.
- Collaborated in distributed teams using Git & Agile workflows to deliver production-ready features.
Jan 2023 – Apr 2023: Software Engineering Intern – BTN (Nairobi, Kenya)
- Revamped recruitment portal frontend (HTML/CSS/JS), improving onboarding speed and efficiency.
- Prototyped an internal record management system; contributed Flask + SQL backend components.
Jul 2022 – Oct 2022: ICT Intern – National Transport and Safety Authority (Nakuru, Kenya)
- Optimized logbook clearance system, cutting backlog from weeks to 2 days.
- Trained staff and interns on system support and troubleshooting, reducing downtime by 40%+.