Givenson Thobani Mwandla
Software Developer/Data Analyst
Stellenbosch
Summary
Certified Data Analyst/Python Developer offering 3+ years of extensive experience and exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills. Passion in solving real world problems using Data. Delivers a proactive approach, great work ethic, and the ability to function well in a fast paced/dead-line driven team environments. Well-versed in numerous programming languages including Python, SQL, JavaScript, C#, HTML5, CSS. Strong background in project management and customer relations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Full Stack Software Developer
E-Tech Solutions
Cape Town
02.2025 - Current
- Integrated third-party APIs to enhance overall application functionality and improve user experience.
- Automated the retrieval of Excel datasets from an SFTP folder, cleaned the data, and performed statistical analysis to build a new data-frame report.
- Automated the upload of processed data to the database, ensuring seamless integration with Yellowfin whenever the script runs.
- Creating reports and dashboards using Yellowfin to analyze client revenue and loss, leveraging their financial year datasets to deliver actionable insights and support strategic decision-making.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities by quickly identifying and resolving defects, leading to increased application stability and user satisfaction.
- Conducted thorough code reviews to maintain high standards of quality and consistency throughout the project lifecycle.
Data Analyst
Business Connexion Group (BCX)
Bellvile
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Collected, cleaned, and exported data from sources like QlikView and Addm API to the database.
- Developed a Python script to automate daily morning reports auditing the accuracy and completeness of data collected into the database.
- Integrated a Telegram bot to deliver the reports seamlessly to my manager, ensuring timely updates and improving data validation efficiency.
- Built REST API to deploy new servers using Flask python web-framework.
- Created SQL queries and views to analyze data from database, then build month-end report for logged calls and server's compliance report.
- Designed and maintained dashboards in Metabase to monitor and visualize server compliance, ensuring effective tracking and reporting of key metrics.
Software Python Developer
Ringier South Africa
Cape Town
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Extracted public advertisement data from websites across Africa, Switzerland, and Romania, ensuring comprehensive coverage and reliable collection.
- Processed and standardized collected data to align with database requirements, ensuring consistency and usability
- Worked in small, agile team that implement Scrum methodology through JIRA
- Deployed and tested production code with Supervision
- Reviewed pull requests to ensure code quality and functionality.
Systems Support Trainee
Adcock Ingrams
Johannesburg
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Setup and configure desktop PC's to network
- Troubleshoot hardware and software errors
- Install application programs requested by user.
- Remote support, 3G support, Backups, Samsung Tablet-phone support, Huawei phone, Cisco Desk Phone support.
- Active Directory -Reset and unlock users password.
- Attend users, help phone Pickup's log and assign call, escalate calls to seniors
Education
Matric - Science Stream
Ndlongolwane High School
Eshowe, South Africa 01.2005 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science And Physics
University of Zululand
Empangeni, South Africa 01.2014 - 12.2016
NQF 5 - Data Science
EXPLORE Data Science Academy
Cape Town, South Africa 01.2021 - 12.2021
Skills
Python
SQL
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerBI
Django
undefinedCertification
Highest achiever student in mathematics (Advanced Calculus), 05/12/2014
Accomplishments
- Earned a Top Student Recognition Certificate in Mathematics at university, showcasing academic excellence and strong analytical skills.
- Led a team in the Explore Data Science project to predict apple prices, demonstrating leadership, collaboration, and expertise in data-driven problem-solving.
Additional Information
Apple Prices Predictor Model
As part of ExploreAI Academy, contributed to a team project focused on building a regression model to predict apple prices. Leveraged Pandas for data analysis and Plotly for data visualization, gaining hands-on experience in tackling real-world challenges.
Project Details:
The project addressed key issues in the Fresh Produce Industry, such as stock management and pricing strategies for Golden Delicious Apples. By developing a regression algorithm, the team predicted apple prices based on parameters like seasonal yields, stock levels, and market demand. Visualizations created using Jupyter Notebook revealed the relationships between these factors, providing actionable insights into optimal stock levels, competitive pricing strategies, and reducing food waste while maximizing revenue.
Key Accomplishment:
Presented the dataset findings, showcasing clear and impactful insights to drive industry-relevant strategies.
Tech Exploration
Actively exploring emerging technologies through coding projects that address real-world challenges. Focused on working with data to extract meaningful insights and staying updated on industry trends to drive innovation and adapt to advancements.
Timeline
Certification in Dashboards creation using Yellowfin, 20/03/2025
03-2025
Full Stack Software Developer
E-Tech Solutions
02.2025 - Current
Data Analyst
Business Connexion Group (BCX)
01.2022 - 01.2025
Certification in Data Science, 11/12/2021
12-2021
NQF 5 - Data Science
EXPLORE Data Science Academy
01.2021 - 12.2021
Software Python Developer
Ringier South Africa
06.2019 - 12.2020
Systems Support Trainee
Adcock Ingrams
06.2018 - 12.2018
Highest achiever student in mathematics (Advanced Calculus), 05/12/2014
12-2014
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science And Physics
University of Zululand
01.2014 - 12.2016
Matric - Science Stream
Ndlongolwane High School
01.2005 - 12.2009
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