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Simphiwe Mbatha

Simphiwe Mbatha

Sandton,South Africa

Summary

I'm an ambitious and highly skilled professional, holding a BSc degree in Computer Science and Information Technology from the University of KwaZulu-Natal. With a profound passion for technology, I dedicated my career to mastering areas such as IoT, software development, business analysis, and machine learning. My commitment to continuous learning and skill advancement is evident in my role as a junior developer at CapabilityBPO, where I excel in technologies including HTML, SQLite, Vue.js, Bootstrap, and CSS.

My expertise lies in building and maintaining robust web applications, ensuring their security, performance, and user experience. My background as an IT Technical Support Intern has provided me with a strong foundation in troubleshooting, software updates, and network system maintenance, further enhancing my technical acumen.

As an honors graduand at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, my academic pursuits focus on leveraging information systems and technologies to enhance human life. His education has armed him with critical skills in data analysis, database design, IT support, programming, and strategic planning.

My practical approach to learning is demonstrated through my involvement in significant projects such as the development of a UKZN Appointment Centre system and a Weather web app, where I honed my backend development skills and deepened my understanding of various programming languages and platforms.

Driven by a desire to contribute to a world where equal opportunity, social mobility, and justice are paramount, I'm eager to bring my diverse skill set, innovative software development capabilities, and unwavering dedication to any forward-thinking team. My meticulous and conscientious work ethic, coupled with an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, positions me as a valuable asset ready to tackle complex challenges and contribute to the technological advancements of our era.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

CapabilityBPO

Junior Developer
07.2023 - Current

As a Junior Developer specializing in technologies like HTML, SQLite, Vue.js, Bootstrap, and CSS typically focuses on building and maintaining web applications or websites.

Web Development: Creating and maintaining web applications with responsive interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Database Management: Working with databases (e.g., SQLite), writing SQL queries, and ensuring data integrity.

Front-End Development: Structuring web pages, implementing dynamic features with Vue.js, and ensuring cross-browser compatibility.

Vue.js Development: Building interactive user interfaces, managing data with Vue.js.

Bootstrap Integration: Enhancing web page design using Bootstrap's CSS framework and customization.

UX Design: Collaborating with designers for user-friendly interfaces and seamless experiences.

Version Control: Using Git for code management and collaboration.

Testing and Debugging: Ensuring application quality by identifying and fixing bugs.

Performance Optimization: Optimizing web apps for speed and user experience.

Documentation: Documenting code and processes for future reference.

Collaboration: Working with teams, participating in code reviews, and meeting project deadlines.

Security: Implementing security practices to protect against vulnerabilities.

Deployment: Preparing apps for production servers.

As a Junior Developer I've contributed to visually appealing and functional web solutions, supporting project growth and success through continuous learning and skill improvement.

IT Technical Support Intern

Trade-link Retail Systems
Sandton
02.2023 - Current
  • The major daily duties are to maintain the hardware, software and network systems (troubleshooting issues relating to computers, servers and printers) and running software updates and backup request and coming up with the solutions to unusual bugs especially to the issues that the company encounters.

Honours Graduand

University of KwaZulu, Natal
Durban, South African
02.2022 - 12.2023
  • It is focused on improving human life through Information Systems and Technologies.
  • My course bridged Information systems, science, and engineering in creating new technologies to solve problems in various fields.
  • My honors degree offered the following topics: Software Engineering, Big Data Management and Analytics, Mobile & Personal Information Systems, Computer Mediated Communication, Security for Information Systems and Research Methodology in Information Systems and Technology.
  • Even though I've been reluctant many times to follow this combination of courses, i have pushed through the whole year (last year) of schoolwork and I have made it possible thanks to my passion, I only left with the research paper which I hope to be done with it by June 2023.
  • Decision-Making algorithms (Java was used for development)

Undergraduate Student

University of kwaZulu, Natal
02.2017 - 11.2021
  • Throughout my course of study, I gained experience in many aspects of computer science and information technology.
  • I was also introduced to agile and waterfall methodologies in system development, data structures and algorithms, Artificial
  • Intelligence, and Advanced Systems analysis and design
  • For my final year project, I created a UKZN Appointment Centre system for the UKZN community using C# for backend, and HTML/CSS on the frontend,
  • It was a group project, and my main responsibility was the backend development.
  • The other projects I have worked on includes creating Weather web-app using android studio.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Information Systems and Technology

University of KwaZulu
Durban, KZN
2023

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science and Information Technology

University of KwaZulu
Durban, KZN
2022

Senior Certificate - Science

UBongumenzi Secondary School
Nqutu, KZN
2016

Skills

  • Technology can then be adapted to match local service needs which involves designing, developing and testing prototypes to come up with solutions for business problems
  • The MakerSpace
  • Skills in Data analysis, Database Design and Management, IT Support Troubleshooting, Programming, Project management, Tutoring, Web
  • Design, Strategic Planning, Cloud Network
  • Attention to Detail, Decision Making, Meeting Leadership, Proactivity & Self-Motivation, Problem Solving
  • Java, Python , Visual Basic & NET (C#) , HTML, PHP, SQL, CSS, OOP, Microsoft office, C, Linux
  • Maintaining Hardware and Software

Accomplishments

  • Demonstrator in Computing for Natural Scientists, Assisting first and second year students during practical session.
  • Department of Health Developers that will create a Health Information System for KZN Department of Health that will be used in all hospitals in the KZN province and possibly, throughout South Africa.

Languages

English
Advanced

Timeline

CapabilityBPO

Junior Developer
07.2023 - Current

IT Technical Support Intern

Trade-link Retail Systems
02.2023 - Current

Honours Graduand

University of KwaZulu, Natal
02.2022 - 12.2023

Undergraduate Student

University of kwaZulu, Natal
02.2017 - 11.2021

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Information Systems and Technology

University of KwaZulu

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science and Information Technology

University of KwaZulu

Senior Certificate - Science

UBongumenzi Secondary School
Simphiwe Mbatha