Hi, I’m Kariuki Francis Kahiu 👋

Back-End Web Developer in training — passionate about building scalable, user-centered applications.

Aspiring Back-End Developer • Express.js • Django • MySQL • MongoDB • Kenya & Remote-ready

I started software engineering because I want to build solutions that improve lives and solve real-world problems. Tech aligns with who I am — curious, analytical, and eager to create.

What inspires me:

• 🔧 My desire to build impactful, practical applications
• 💭 Seeing peers build amazing systems motivates me to grow
• 🌍 Technology gives me the space to discover myself and innovate

My Vision:
To build scalable, secure, user-centered applications that solve challenges in collaboration, education, and commerce while empowering people across Africa and globally.

I want to work on:

• Full-Stack Web Apps
• REST APIs
• Open-source Contributions

Open to: internships • junior roles • collaborations • OSS

⚡ Languages & Frameworks

🗄️ Databases

⚙️ Tools & Platforms

A peer-learning platform where users list skills they know and want to learn.

Tech: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Highlights: Lightweight, clean UI
Role: Product Owner / PM

A platform connecting rural farmers with urban waste providers to reduce urban pollution.

Tech: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Highlights: In progress
Role: Product Owner / PM

• Learning: Express.js • Django • MongoDB
• Building: PeerPad • Mini Store • AgriLink
• Contributing: OSS docs • bug fixes

• Clean, readable code
• Tests-first mindset for critical features
• GitHub Flow + Conventional Commits
• Values: Reliability • Accountability • Empathy • Collaboration

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If you like my work, ⭐ star a repo — it motivates me.
Actively seeking: Software Engineering Intern • Junior Back-End Developer