Wesley Sinde Software Developer & Computer Scientist · Founder @ PrideTech · Nairobi, Kenya 🇰🇪

const wesleySinde = {
  name:        "Wesley Sinde",
  title:       "Software Developer & Computer Scientist",
  company:     "Founder & Lead Developer @ PrideTech",
  location:    "Nairobi (Embakasi), Kenya 🇰🇪",
  education:   "BSc Computer Science — Graduated with Honors (2014–2018)",
  experience:  "5+ years (freelancing since 2017)",

  stats: {
    projectsCompleted: "50+",
    happyClients:      "40+",
    satisfactionRate:  "98%",
    yearsExperience:   "5+",
  },

  expertise: {
    frontend:  ["React.js (90%)", "Vue.js (85%)", "TypeScript (92%)", "HTML5/CSS3 (95%)", "Tailwind CSS (88%)"],
    backend:   ["PHP/Laravel (93%)", "Python/Django (87%)", "Node.js/Express (85%)", "Java/Spring Boot (80%)", "REST APIs (90%)"],
    mobile:    ["React Native (85%)", "Flutter (82%)", "Android/Kotlin (78%)", "iOS/Swift (75%)"],
    databases: ["MySQL/PostgreSQL (90%)", "MongoDB (85%)", "Redis", "Firebase"],
    cloud:     ["AWS Services (82%)", "Google Cloud", "Docker (80%)", "GitHub Actions", "Nginx"],
    design:    ["Figma", "UI/UX Design (85%)", "Graphic Design"],
    practices: ["Git/GitHub (92%)", "Agile/Scrum (88%)", "DevOps (80%)", "Security", "AI/ML Integration"],
  },

  certifications: [
    "🏅 AWS Certified Solutions Architect — Amazon Web Services (2023)",
    "🏅 Full Stack Web Development (2022)",
    "🏅 Mobile App Development — Udacity/Coursera (2021)",
    "🏅 Agile & Scrum Master — Scrum Alliance (2020)",
  ],

  currentFocus:  "Enterprise Laravel microservices + React Native mobile development",
  philosophy:    "Code is poetry written in logic 🚀",
  hobbies:       ["🏐 Volleyball", "🌍 Tech Meetups", "📖 Open Source Contribution"],
  openTo:        ["Freelance Projects", "Collaborations", "Mentorship", "Technical Consulting"],

  contact: {
    email:          "[email protected]",
    phone:          "+254-711-971-251",
    availableHours: "Mon–Fri, 8am–6pm EAT",
    responseTime:   "Within 24 hours",
    remote:         true,
  },
};

🎯 At a glance:

🏅 Certifications:

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect — Amazon Web Services (2023)
• Full Stack Web Development (2022)
• Mobile App Development — Udacity / Coursera (2021)
• Agile & Scrum Master — Scrum Alliance (2020)

PrideTech is a dynamic software development company I founded in January 2024, headquartered in Embakasi, Nairobi, Kenya. Built on years of industry experience, PrideTech combines startup agility with seasoned professional expertise — delivering solutions that are both technically sound and strategically aligned with client goals.

Key Achievements since founding (Jan 2024):

• ✅ Successfully delivered 50+ production projects across enterprise, ISP, e-commerce, mobile, and healthcare domains
• ✅ Grew a satisfied client base of 40+ clients across Kenya and East Africa
• ✅ Niche expertise in ISP billing systems, e-commerce platforms, and enterprise ERP/HRM solutions
• ✅ Maintained an outstanding 98% client satisfaction rate
• ✅ Established PrideTech as a trusted, go-to technology partner in the region
• ✅ Implemented Agile/Scrum methodologies ensuring efficient, on-time project delivery

📍 Nairobi, Kenya  |  Full-time  |  January 2024 – Present

Founded and lead a software development company delivering innovative technology solutions to businesses across East Africa.

• 🏗️ Architected and delivered 50+ production applications spanning enterprise, e-commerce, mobile, ISP, healthcare, and education domains
• 🤝 Built and maintained a satisfied client base of 40+ clients across Kenya and East Africa
• 📊 Achieved and sustained a 98% client satisfaction rate through quality delivery and responsive support
• 📦 Developed niche specialization in ISP billing systems with M-Pesa integration, e-commerce platforms, and enterprise ERP/HRM solutions
• ⚡ Implemented Agile/Scrum methodologies enabling efficient, iterative, on-time project delivery
• 🌍 Established PrideTech as a recognized and trusted technology brand in the East African region

📍 Nairobi, Kenya  |  Full-time  |  August 2023 – June 2024

Comprehensive technical support and IT infrastructure management for a leading optical retail organization.

• 🔧 Delivered timely, professional technical support to end-users resolving hardware, software, and network issues
• 📡 Deployed and maintained IT systems including workstations, servers, and networking equipment in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• 🛡️ Managed user accounts, permissions, data security, and cybersecurity measures across the organization
• 🔍 Conducted advanced system diagnostics to identify root causes and minimize operational downtime
• 📚 Created comprehensive documentation and knowledge base articles for efficient issue resolution
• 🔄 Participated actively in disaster recovery and business continuity planning initiatives
• 📊 Monitored system performance and proactively recommended improvements
• 🎓 Conducted end-user training workshops to promote technology literacy across departments

📍 Nairobi, Kenya  |  Full-time  |  August 2022 – August 2023

Led the ICT department and oversaw all technology initiatives for the institution.

• 📋 Developed and implemented comprehensive ICT strategies aligned with institutional goals
• 👥 Managed and mentored a team of IT professionals, providing technical guidance and career development
• 🖥️ Oversaw full IT infrastructure management: network systems, servers, and software applications
• 💻 Independently designed and developed a Student Portal using Laravel, JavaScript, and CSS — featuring user authentication, academic records, and interactive dashboards
• 📜 Developed and enforced IT policies and procedures ensuring compliance with industry standards
• 🎓 Collaborated with faculty to integrate digital tools into teaching and instructional practices
• 🛡️ Evaluated and implemented emerging technologies for enhanced institutional security and efficiency
• 📈 Improved digital literacy and technology integration across all college departments

📍 Thika, Kenya  |  Full-time  |  July 2021 – October 2022

Created diverse digital assets and maintained visual identity across all organizational platforms.

• 🖼️ Created logos, banners, social media graphics, infographics, and promotional materials
• 🎯 Maintained cohesive and consistent visual identity across all digital and print channels
• 🤝 Collaborated closely with marketing, content creation, and web development teams
• ✅ Actively sought stakeholder feedback and iterated designs to exceed expectations
• 🏆 Delivered innovative, high-impact visual solutions that resonated strongly with target audiences
• 🛠️ Utilized industry-standard design software to transform conceptual ideas into compelling designs

📍 Eldoret, Kenya  |  Full-time  |  April 2020 – January 2021

Technical support ensuring smooth IT operations in a critical healthcare environment.

• 👨‍⚕️ Provided comprehensive technical support to doctors, nurses, and administrative personnel
• 📋 Documented and tracked support requests within defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
• 🔐 Contributed to implementation of IT security policies, procedures, and protocols
• 🚀 Assisted in deployment of new software and hardware systems across hospital departments
• 📊 Maintained accurate records of issues and solutions for institutional knowledge management

🌍 Remote  |  Freelance  |  2017 – Present

Comprehensive software development services to clients worldwide, specializing in web and mobile application development.

• 🛠️ Built and maintained WorkWave (2017–2022) — a comprehensive inventory, accounting, and HRM software platform serving wholesale and retail businesses
• 💼 Created JobMart — a sophisticated job portal connecting job seekers with employers across East Africa, featuring AI-powered job matching and ATS
• 🌐 Built custom web applications using React, Vue.js, Laravel, Django, and Node.js for international clients
• 📱 Developed mobile applications for iOS and Android using React Native and Flutter
• 🔌 Implemented RESTful APIs and microservices architectures for scalable systems
• ⭐ Maintained a consistent 98% client satisfaction rate with positive reviews across all engagements

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (2014 – 2018)

• 🏆 Graduated with Honors
• 🔬 Specialization: Software Engineering & Systems Development
• 📋 Capstone Project: Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System
• 🏅 Active member of the Computer Science Society
• 🏆 Participated in multiple hackathons and coding competitions

Comprehensive inventory, accounting, and HRM software designed for wholesale & retail businesses. Built and maintained from 2017–2022.

Stack: PHP Laravel MySQL Vue.js Tailwind CSS

Comprehensive school management platform handling admissions, attendance, grades, parent communication, and administration.

Stack: Python Django PostgreSQL React Material-UI

Full patient management system with EMR, appointment scheduling, billing, and HIPAA compliance.

Stack: Java Spring Boot MySQL Angular Docker

Complete billing and customer management solution for Internet Service Providers with M-Pesa integration.

Stack: PHP MySQL Bootstrap Chart.js MPESA API

Sophisticated job portal connecting job seekers with employers across East Africa with AI-powered matching.

Stack: React Node.js Express MongoDB Socket.io

• 🔍 Advanced job search with smart filters (location, salary, experience, industry)
• 📋 Full-featured Applicant Tracking System (ATS) for employers
• 📄 Resume builder with professional templates
• 🤖 AI-powered job matching algorithm
• 💬 Real-time employer-candidate messaging via Socket.io

Scalable, high-performance online retail solution with full payment gateway integration and analytics.

Stack: Next.js PostgreSQL Stripe AWS Redis

• 🛍️ Dynamic product catalog with advanced filtering and search
• 💳 Stripe payment gateway with support for cards and mobile money
• 📦 Order management with real-time shipment tracking
• 📊 Customer analytics and sales dashboard
• ⚡ Redis-powered caching for high-performance at scale

Property listing and management platform with virtual tours, agent management, and payment processing.

Stack: Vue.js Node.js MongoDB AWS S3 Stripe

• 🏡 Rich property listings with photo galleries and virtual tours
• 🔍 Advanced geo-filtered property search
• 👨‍💼 Agent management and commission tracking dashboard
• 💳 Secure integrated payment processing

Real-time delivery tracking with route optimization, digital signatures, and automated notifications.

Stack: React Native Firebase Google Maps API Redux

• 📍 Real-time GPS tracking for deliveries and drivers
• 🗺️ Intelligent route optimization reducing delivery time
• ✍️ Digital signature capture on delivery confirmation
• 🔔 Automated push notification system for customers

Full point-of-sale for restaurants featuring table management, kitchen display, and inventory control.

Stack: Laravel MySQL Vue.js Electron Thermal Printer API

• 🪑 Interactive table management and floor plan
• 📋 Real-time order processing and modification
• 👨‍🍳 Kitchen Display System (KDS) for order fulfillment
• 🗂️ Inventory and ingredient-level stock tracking
• 📈 Sales reporting and shift summaries

• 🚀 Founded PrideTech (2024) — Established a successful software development company serving clients across East Africa
• 📦 50+ Projects Delivered — Diverse portfolio spanning enterprise ERP, mobile apps, ISP systems, healthcare, e-commerce, and education software
• 📡 ISP Billing Specialist — Developed specialized automated billing solutions for Internet Service Providers across Kenya
• 🏢 Enterprise Solutions Expert — Built comprehensive ERP and business management systems for multiple industries
• ☁️ AWS Certified Architect — Recognized expertise in scalable cloud infrastructure design and implementation
• ⭐ 98% Satisfaction Rate — Maintained exceptional client satisfaction across all engagements

2014 ────── BSc Computer Science begins
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2017 ────── Starts freelancing | Begins building WorkWave (ships 2017–2022)
              │
2018 ────── Graduates with Honors (BSc Computer Science)
              │
2020 ────── Mediheal Group of Hospitals — Tech Support (Eldoret)
            Agile & Scrum Master Certification ✅
              │
2021 ────── deepAfrica — Graphic Designer (Thika)
            Mobile App Dev Certification ✅ (Udacity/Coursera)
              │
2022 ────── Head of ICT @ Topmax Training College
            Full Stack Web Dev Certification ✅
            Builds Student Portal with Laravel
              │
2023 ────── Senior IT Support @ Optica (Nairobi)
            AWS Certified Solutions Architect ✅
              │
2024 ────── 🚀 FOUNDS PRIDETECH
            50+ projects | 40+ clients | 98% satisfaction
              │
Present ─── Building East Africa's tech future 🌍

┌──────────────┐    ┌──────────────┐    ┌──────────────┐    ┌──────────────┐
│  1. DISCOVER  │───▶│  2. DESIGN   │───▶│  3. DEVELOP  │───▶│  4. DELIVER  │
│              │    │              │    │              │    │              │
│ Requirements │    │ Wireframes   │    │ Agile Sprints│    │ QA Testing   │
│ Stakeholder  │    │ Prototypes   │    │ Code Reviews │    │ Deployment   │
│ Interviews   │    │ Architecture │    │ CI/CD        │    │ Monitoring   │
│ Goal Mapping │    │ UI/UX Design │    │ Unit Testing │    │ Support      │
└──────────────┘    └──────────────┘    └──────────────┘    └──────────────┘

"Code is poetry written in logic — write it to be read, understood, and maintained."

• 🧹 Clean Code First — Readable, maintainable, and self-documenting code is non-negotiable
• ⚡ Performance by Design — Optimize intentionally, measure everything, never guess
• 👤 User-Centric Always — Every feature must solve a real user problem
• 🔐 Security by Default — Built into the architecture, never patched on top
• 🔄 Continuous Improvement — Yesterday's best code is tomorrow's refactoring opportunity
• 🤝 Collaboration over Heroism — Great software is a team sport

🐍 Watch my contributions get eaten by the snake!

Let's Build Something Extraordinary Together 🚀

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