Kelvin Chawora

A versatile Full-Stack Software Engineer and UI/UX Dev, bridging the gap between intuitive user experiences and robust, scalable architecture. I bring digital concepts to life through a fusion of creative vision and end-to-end technical expertise.

Southern Africa 🌍

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About

I’m a dev with 7+ years of experience in JavaScript, React, Python, and Node.js. I build web and mobile products that prioritize good design and solid performance. I’m big on continuous learning and I enjoy taking on difficult projects that require a fresh perspective. I’m passionate about using tech to solve real-world problems and create meaningful experiences for users.

Skills

Full-Stack
Front-End
JavaScript
TypeScript
ReactJS
Python
NodeJS
Backend
WSL
Docker
AWS
Azure
Shopify
WordPress
Webflow
AI Agents
UI/UX Design
DevOps
AI & LLMs
Data Science
REST & GraphQL APIs
Digital Marketing
SEO/SEM

Projects

aleph3d

Africa's leading 3D printing company

GSAP
Turbopack
Next.js

zimworx.com

An outsourcing corporation website

TS
Jest
Lucide
Next.js

aeronotic

An aerial photography and consultancy site

shadcn/ui
Next.js
appwrite

collectiveculture.uk

A multidisciplinary creative hub

Next.js
Turbopack
GSAP

#abortthelies

A truth-led site inspired by film and real stories

PHP
Elementor
JQuery

Rewind Timepieces

A sleek storefront for luxury watches

Shopify
React
Cloudflare

streetfunkstudios

A creative & dance studio

GSAP
PHP
Rest API

tbwazim

A regional subsidiary of a global agency.

WP
PHP
Elementor

insourcingacademy

Remote workforce training site

Next.js
GSAP
Cloudflare

Talent Shepherd

A career coaching and personal growth firm

GSAP
Netlify
coreJS

mnydigital.uk

A digital creative agency

React
PWA
Webpack

supportdds.com

A dental outsourcing website

TypeScript
Next.js
Odoo

MikaExpress

An African-built e-commerce platform for local goods

React Native
TS
Python
AWS

The Actors

A creative hub for events and culture in Brighton

StimulusJS
SquareSpace
WebGL

Pets Go Private

A booking platform for private flights with pets

TypeScript
Next.js
Selenium

Internal Landing Page

A company portal for access and announcements

Next.js
Webpack
NodeJS

K2G Ordering System

A service and product ordering platform for K2G Group

Next.js
Vite
MongoDB
Jest

nokunasheinc

A branding company website

GSAP
Next.js
NodeJS

Marvins Tours Website

A travel site for Costa Rica-based tour experiences

Next.js
Wordpress
NodeJS
Tailwind

kelvin.is-a.dev

This website (unless you're reading a printed version of it...lol). Built with Next.js

Next.js
Radix
Tailwind

Work Experience

ZimWorX
On Site

Apr 2022 - Present

Web Dev Team Lead

I create engaging and responsive web applications, specializing in JavaScript/React and the associated technology stacks. I use Adobe XD for visual design and prioritize performance optimization and product improvement. My teamwork and focus on user needs result in solutions that leverage the latest technologies, with clean, efficient code that follows best practices.

MikaExpress Limited
Remote

Jun 2020 - Jan 2022

Front-End Engineer

I developed appealing and intuitive interfaces for MikaExpress and associated companies using NodeJS, Python & JS. We created web and moobile applications for the new ecommerce platform, and I was responsible for the front end and user experience design and developnent. I delivered high-quality products on time, with continuous improvements based on analytics

OmniContact
Hybrid

May 2019 - Dec 2021

Web Developer & Digital Marketer

I led the dev & optimization of Omni's websites and marketing campaigns. I also utizilied analytics to improve its digital platforms and boost the success of ads et al.

Advanced Innovation
Hybrid

Jun 2016 - Sep 2017

Chief Developer

I was a chief developer (mostly focusing on web) for a computer vision and ML startup

Muzinda Hub
On Site

Oct 2015 - Jun 2016

iOS Developer & Mentor

I was an iOS/Swift Developer at Muzinda Hub and became a mentor for incoming developers after graduating from the pioneer class of the program.

Econet Wireless Zimbabwe
On Site

Nov 2015 - Mar 2016

Software Development Intern

Where I did my Software Development Internship

Side Quests

Uncommon.org
Ongoing

2024 - Present

Software Engineering Mentor

Mentoring aspiring software development students, guiding them through fundamentals, best practices, and real-world project work.

Muzinda Hub
On Site

2015 - 2016

Python & iOS Dev Mentor

Mentored incoming developers at Muzinda Hub after graduating from the pioneer class of the program.

invoQR

A modern invoice builder for creating and sharing invoices & receipts

React
Vite
Tailwind

NeonVSCode

An OLED-black VS Code theme with vibrant neon syntax highlighting

VS Code Extension

Education

University of Zimbabwe

2013 - 2017
Applied Information Technology (Software Engineering Major)

Credentials

IBM Full Stack Software Developer Professional Certification

May 2025

IBM

Credential ID: E17YBAJ6UQ6S

Generative AI for Software Development

May 2025

IBM

Credential ID: 26MFEVQ2FGWI

Developing AI Applications with Python and Flask

Apr 2025

IBM

Credential ID: O73SHSRLM16Y

IBM Data Science Specialization

Sep 2020

IBM

Credential ID: RYEA6ZZ5P9US

Applied Data Science Capstone

Aug 2020

Coursera

Credential ID: E8U4W6PR8WPE

Machine Learning With Python

Jul 2020

Coursera

Credential ID: 3UXYLHA8N5AR

Data Science Specialist

Feb 2020

Coursera

Credential ID: K9QLUGQ6XQZ9

UX Design

Sep 2019

Adobe

Credential ID: CREDLY-20857250

Fundamentals of Digital Marketing

May 2019

Grow with Google Africa

Credential ID: CWB D3X YYK