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I'm Destiny Uyi Akugbe, a Backend and Full-Stack Software Engineer based in Benin City, Nigeria. I design and build scalable backend systems, RESTful APIs, and production-ready web applications using Laravel, PHP, JavaScript, React.js, Node.js, and MySQL. I love turning complex problems into reliable, maintainable solutions. I focus on performance, reliability, accessibility, and a great user experience, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to ship robust software. When I'm not coding, I explore infrastructure automation, security improvements, and ways to optimize deployment workflows.…I'm Destiny Uyi Akugbe, a Backend and Full-Stack Software Engineer based in Benin City, Nigeria. I design and build scalable backend systems, RESTful APIs, and production-ready web applications using Laravel, PHP, JavaScript, React.js, Node.js, and MySQL. I love turning complex problems into reliable, maintainable solutions. I focus on performance, reliability, accessibility, and a great user experience, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to ship robust software. When I'm not coding, I explore infrastructure automation, security improvements, and ways to optimize deployment workflows.

Destiny Uyi Akugbe

Full Stack Developer, Back-End Developer, Web Developer, +2

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I'm Destiny Uyi Akugbe, a Backend and Full-Stack Software Engineer based in Benin City, Nigeria. I design and build scalable backend systems, RESTful APIs, and production-ready web applications using Laravel, PHP, JavaScript, React.js, Node.js, and MySQL. I love turning complex problems into reliable, maintainable solutions. I focus on performance, reliability, accessibility, and a great user experience, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to ship robust software. When I'm not coding, I explore infrastructure automation, security improvements, and ways to optimize deployment workflows.…I'm Destiny Uyi Akugbe, a Backend and Full-Stack Software Engineer based in Benin City, Nigeria. I design and build scalable backend systems, RESTful APIs, and production-ready web applications using Laravel, PHP, JavaScript, React.js, Node.js, and MySQL. I love turning complex problems into reliable, maintainable solutions. I focus on performance, reliability, accessibility, and a great user experience, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to ship robust software. When I'm not coding, I explore infrastructure automation, security improvements, and ways to optimize deployment workflows.

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I’m Destiny Uyi Akugbe, a Backend and Full-Stack Software Engineer based in Benin City, Nigeria. I design and build scalable backend systems, RESTful APIs, and production-ready web applications using Laravel, PHP, JavaScript, React.js, Node.js, and MySQL. I love turning complex problems into reliable, maintainable solutions.

I focus on performance, reliability, accessibility, and a great user experience, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to ship robust software. When I’m not coding, I explore infrastructure automation, security improvements, and ways to optimize deployment workflows.

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Work Experience

Backend Engineer (Remote) at Kikae

February 1, 2025 - Present

Developed and maintained scalable Laravel-based backend systems powering e-commerce operations and order workflows. Designed and integrated secure RESTful APIs for frontend services and third-party platform integrations. Managed backend deployment workflows, production environment configuration, and server-side optimizations across VPS infrastructure. Implemented authentication, product management, payment processing, and order tracking systems with focus on reliability and scalability. Optimized database structures and backend logic to improve system performance and reduce operational bottlenecks. Diagnosed, debugged, and resolved production-level backend and infrastructure issues involving database integrity, scheduled jobs, email systems, and application workflows. Strengthened end-to-end application security through safer API handling, validation improvements, and vulnerability reduction strategies.

CBT Center Manager at Penoter CBT Centre

January 1, 2026 - Present

Managed technical operations for a CBT center supporting up to 250 candidates per examination session. Configured and networked 250+ computer systems, centralized server infrastructure. Supervised system setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting during live UTM E examinations. Ensured stable local network connectivity, workstation reliability, and minimal downtime during exam sessions. Coordinated technical readiness and infrastructure monitoring under high-traffic operational conditions. Resolved real-time technical issues affecting systems, networking, and examination workflows.

Software Engineer (Contract) at University of Benin Consultancy School

September 1, 2024 - September 20, 2025

Developed an online result-checking platform for students and staff. Automated grading and score calculation processes for 600+ students per term. Built a PDF result generation system with automated student ID integration. Delivered multi-feature updates and workflow improvements to enhance reliability and usability.

ICT Intern / Computer Instructor at Impeccable Computers

January 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022

Taught web development, Microsoft Office, desktop publishing, and computer appreciation. Maintained computer systems and printing equipment to ensure uninterrupted operations. Developed communication and multitasking skills through daily customer interaction.