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Meshack Makumbane.

Delivering high-quality web applications with clean code and strong attention to detail.

MY CAREER TIMELINE

2015

Completed Grade 12 With a Diploma.

2016 – 2018

Started varsity but pivoted from business studies to pursue web development. Began self-teaching from mid-2016 to June 2018, focusing on core programming, web fundamentals, and applied development practices.

VOLUNTEERING EXPERIENCE

Web Developer (Volunteer)

Mzansi Hosting

Sept 2018 – Dec 2019

Key Contributions:
  • Built and deployed client websites, handling both hosting setup, front-end interfaces, and back-end configurations.
  • Performed ongoing support, updates, and maintenance on existing client sites.
  • Collaborated with the internal development team to implement new features and improve system functionality.
  • Participated in diagnosing performance issues and proposing practical improvements.
  • Assisted clients with email setups, DNS, cPanel, and general hosting management.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Web Developer (Freelancer)

Jan 2020 – Present

Key Contributions:
  • Develop responsive, modern websites and web applications using JavaScript-based stacks.
  • Handle end-to-end delivery: requirements gathering, coding, testing, deployment, and hosting.
  • Manage version control (Git), documentation, optimization, and performance improvements.
  • Provide maintenance, security updates, and technical support for long-term clients.

Web Development Intern

Mzansi Hosting

Jul 2020 – Dec 2020

Key Contributions:
  • Assisted in building front-end components and basic back-end endpoints for internal web applications.
  • Supported debugging sessions, code reviews, and version control processes.
  • Contributed to routine maintenance, UI updates, and data-handling improvements.
  • Participated in API testing and improving application responsiveness.
  • Learned workflow structure: sprints, issue tracking, deployments, and team collaboration.

Junior Full Stack Developer

Ignite Media

Aug 2020 – Nov 2022

Key Contributions:
  • Contributed to building responsive user interfaces and assisting with server-side development tasks.
  • Implemented smaller features, fixed bugs, and provided support during testing and deployments
  • Helped migrate legacy components into cleaner, modular, and mobile-friendly designs.
  • Improved API endpoints and database queries under guidance from senior developers.
  • Participated in sprint planning, documentation, and routine maintenance activities.

Mid-level Full Stack Developer

Revolution Net

Jan 2023 – Oct 2025

Key Contributions:
  • Designed and implemented front-end modules, REST APIs, and database integrations
  • Modernized legacy systems into scalable full-stack applications.
  • Led development of performance improvements, error handling, and system reliability enhancements.
  • Conducted system analysis, troubleshooting, architecture improvements, and security hardening.
  • Worked closely with cross-functional teams on feature development, testing cycles, and releases.
  • Delivered technical documentation and improvement recommendations.

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