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About

I’m a self-taught software developer with over two years of hands-on experience in full-stack development. I specialize in translating ideas into intuitive, functional, and visually appealing digital products. From designing user interfaces and prototyping layouts to developing scalable solutions, I handle every stage of the development process with creativity and precision. I’m passionate about building meaningful web experiences that solve real problems and deliver results.

Welcome to my World.

A passionate Software Engineer from Nairobi, Kenya!

Name: Samantha Gakii
Phone: +254 796 980 988
Location: Nairobi, KENYA

Age: 20
EMAIL: samanthagakii254@gmail.com
Freelance: Available

My journey in tech has been shaped by creativity, dedication, and relentless curiosity. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with cross-functional teams to turn complex problems into elegant digital solutions. Whether it’s building responsive websites or developing scalable systems, I approach every task with focus, flexibility, and a strong work ethic. I value clean code, clear communication, and continuous improvement. I’m not only committed to delivering high-quality work, but also to learning and growing every day. I actively seek new technologies and challenges that stretch my skills and help me evolve as a developer. I take pride in being both a team player and an independent thinker — someone who loves what they do and brings purpose to every project.

Facts

Every feature I ship is tested, refined, and user-focused. My goal is always function with elegance.

Happy Clients

Projects

Skills

I specialize in creating responsive and user-friendly websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks.
I’m skilled in WordPress development, including custom themes, plugins, and full site setups for clients.
I have hands-on experience with backend development using PHP, Python, and Django to build functional and secure web applications.
I design clean and modern user interfaces using Figma and bring them to life through code.
I’m comfortable working with databases like MySQL and integrating APIs such as payment gateways and external services.
Version control using Git and GitHub is part of my daily workflow, ensuring clean and collaborative code management.

FRONTEND DEVELOPMENT 98%

BACKEND DEVELOPMENT 90%

MYSQL 80%

Unit Testing 90%

WordPress/CMS 90%

WEB DESIGN 95%

Resume

I take responsibility for every stage of a project — from design and prototyping to full-stack development and deployment. I’m passionate about solving problems with clean, scalable code and collaborating with teams to bring ideas to life.

Sumary

Samantha Gakii

Innovative and deadline-driven Software Engineer with 2+ years of experience designing and developing user-centered websites and apps from initial concept to final, polished deliverable.

KENYA, NAIROBI
254 796 980 988
samanthagakii254@gmail.com

Education

BSc in Supply Chain Management

2023 - 2027(Expected)

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)

I’m currently pursuing my undergraduate studies while building real-world software projects that support businesses and clients. I balance academic learning with practical coding and development work.

INDEPENDENT STUDY IN SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

FREECODECAMP, COURSERA

FULL-STACK WEB DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATION, JAVASCRIPT ALGORITHMS AND DATA STRUCTURES

Professional Experience

Junior Software Engineer

SACHAPAY technologies

FULL-STACK development
Collaborated with the team to maintain code quality and consistency across the Sachapay website.
Improved responsiveness and visual layout to ensure cross-device compatibility for new users and investors.
Oversee the efficient use of production project.

Website Designer & Developer

2023 – Present

Freelance / Remote

Designed and developed responsive, user-friendly websites that improved client engagement and usability.
Built custom WordPress themes and Shopify stores, enhancing brand identity and boosting sales.
Optimized website speed and performance, reducing average load time by 2 seconds.
Collaborated with clients and UX/UI designers to deliver visually stunning and user-focused web experiences.
Developed and maintained interactive web applications using React.js, Node.js, and Laravel.
Integrated third-party APIs and payment gateways (e.g., M-PESA, PesaPal) for seamless user transactions.
Conducted A/B testing and implemented analytics tracking to drive data-informed design improvements.

Portfolio

Here are some of the projects I've worked on, showcasing my experience in web design, development, and delivering real solutions to clients. Each project reflects my commitment to clean code, responsive design, and user-centered experiences.