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Tech Engineer Based in Johannesburg, South Africa

An Engineer in Data with a blend of tech and analytical skills, focused in designing and implementing efficient data solutions. Proficient in Python, SQL, React, Tailwind and various cloud technologies. I bring a unique perspective to data science and engineering challenges, this includes my long going design though on web platforms.

Web Development Services

  • • Custom Website Development
  • • E-commerce Solutions
  • • Same-Day Website Delivery
  • • Responsive Design
  • • SEO Optimization

Data Engineering Services

  • • ETL Pipeline Development
  • • Data Warehousing
  • • Real-time Data Processing
  • • Cloud Migration
  • • Data Quality Assurance

These are selected public projects. Many more private or client projects are not shown here.

Featured Data Projects

Real-time Electricity Consumption Data Pipeline

Real-time Electricity Consumption Data Pipeline

Built a real-time data pipeline that processes and analyzes electricity consumption data from multiple sources. The system includes data ingestion, transformation, and visualization components, enabling real-time monitoring and analysis of power usage patterns.

Data EngineeringReal-time ProcessingData Pipeline
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Automated ETL Pipeline

Automated ETL Pipeline

Migrated stock market data processing from on-premise to AWS cloud with automated data pipeline. Implemented data quality checks, monitoring, and alerting systems. Used Airflow for orchestration and AWS services for scalable processing.

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Apache Spark Data Processing

Apache Spark Data Processing

Focused on ingesting historical stock market data with comprehensive data quality analysis. Built scalable data processing pipelines using Apache Spark and implemented data validation using Deequ. Optimized performance for large-scale data processing.

Apache SparkDeequData Quality
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Data Extraction & Analysis

Data Extraction & Analysis

Conducted thorough data analysis on Eskom electrification & Twitter data using Python. Implemented sentiment analysis and trend detection. Created interactive visualizations and automated reporting systems.

PythonData AnalysisTwitter API
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SQL Database Management

SQL Database Management

Transformed denormalized database for an Online Trading Store to optimize inventory management. Implemented efficient querying, indexing strategies, and data normalization. Improved query performance and data integrity.

SQLDatabase Design3NF
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Featured Website Projects

The Meaterie - Authentic Soweto Braai Website

The Meaterie - Authentic Soweto Braai Website

Developed a modern, visually rich website for The Meaterie, a Soweto-based barbecue restaurant. Features online menu, ordering, and authentic local branding.

Next.jsTypeScriptTailwind CSS
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Monde Nkuna Official Portfolio Website

Monde Nkuna Official Portfolio Website

Designed and developed my personal portfolio website to showcase data engineering, analytics, and cloud projects. Built with Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS for a modern, responsive experience. Features project highlights, contact form, and blog.

Next.jsTypeScriptTailwind CSS
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SuitUs Store – Online Clothing Outlet for Adults

SuitUs Store – Online Clothing Outlet for Adults

SuitUs Store is an online clothing outlet for adults, offering a wide range of men's and women's apparel. The site features ready-to-wear and tailored options, making it easy for adults to find stylish and practical clothing for any occasion.

Next.jsTypeScripteCommerce
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The Black Basket Travel – Curated Journeys Around the World

The Black Basket Travel – Curated Journeys Around the World

The Black Basket Travel curates extraordinary travel experiences across Africa and the globe. From group adventures and private escapes to culinary journeys and romantic getaways, every itinerary is handcrafted to match your travel style and dreams.

Next.jsTypeScriptTravel
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SchoolED - Educational Services Platform

SchoolED - Educational Services Platform

SchoolED is a comprehensive educational services platform dedicated to enhancing the learning experience across South Africa. The platform offers school uniforms, website development, event management, and more.

Next.jsTypeScriptEducation
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Intelligent Website Built on AWS Tools using NLP

Intelligent Website Built on AWS Tools using NLP

Created an intelligent dynamic website using AWS services (Lambda, Dynamo DB, Comprehend, SES). Automated responses based on NLP analysis of visitor inquiries. Demonstrated serverless architecture and NLP skills for dynamic user interaction.

AWSNLPServerless
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Personalized Website

Personalized Website

Built a minimal coded robust, secure, scalable, and cost-effective website. Utilized Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS for development. Implemented AWS Amplify for CI/CD automation, enabling hassle-free updates and deployments through Git. Employed a simplified data management approach to handle visitor requests.

Next.jsTypeScriptTailwind CSS
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Medical Web App Development

Medical Web App Development

Development of medical web app for patient portal using Next.js and TypeScript. Incorporated a secure payment system and implemented a transactional database to manage transactions and user data. Hosted on Google Cloud Platform with BigQuery integration for business analytics.

Next.jsTypeScriptGCP
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Technical Expertise

Programming

  • Python
  • TypeScript
  • JavaScript
  • SQL
  • HTML/CSS

Cloud & Infrastructure

  • AWS
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • GCP
  • CI/CD

Data Engineering

  • Apache Spark
  • Airflow
  • Pandas
  • Kafka
  • Data Quality

Web Development

  • Next.js
  • React
  • Tailwind CSS
  • Node.js
  • REST APIs

Project Management

  • Agile
  • Git
  • JIRA
  • Documentation
  • Team Leadership

Professional Journey

Freelance: Jnr Data Engineer

August 2024 - Present

Adanian Labs

Working on multiple projects focused on data engineering and analytics solutions.

Analyst

2021 - 2022

Green Dot Advisories

Performed data analysis and provided insights for business decision-making.

Metallurgist

2020 - 2021

Above Average

Applied metallurgical expertise to optimize processes and improve efficiency.

Pilot Plant Operator

2019 - 2020

Metso-Outotec

Operated pilot plant facilities and conducted tests for process optimization.

Lab Analyst

2015 - 2018

SGS SA

Conducted laboratory analysis and testing for quality control and research purposes.

Trainee Metallurgist

2013 - 2015

Barberton Mines

Received training in metallurgical processes and assisted in plant operations.