I’m Donatus Gwer, a full stack developer passionate about building scalable web apps with Python and JavaScript. I specialize in Django and React, designing robust APIs and real-time features that drive real user value. I thrive in remote-friendly teams, mentor fellow developers, and love turning complex problems into clean, maintainable code. I’m open to remote roles worldwide and eager to contribute to impactful projects.

Donatus Gwer

I’m Donatus Gwer, a full stack developer passionate about building scalable web apps with Python and JavaScript. I specialize in Django and React, designing robust APIs and real-time features that drive real user value. I thrive in remote-friendly teams, mentor fellow developers, and love turning complex problems into clean, maintainable code. I’m open to remote roles worldwide and eager to contribute to impactful projects.

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I’m Donatus Gwer, a full stack developer passionate about building scalable web apps with Python and JavaScript. I specialize in Django and React, designing robust APIs and real-time features that drive real user value.

I thrive in remote-friendly teams, mentor fellow developers, and love turning complex problems into clean, maintainable code. I’m open to remote roles worldwide and eager to contribute to impactful projects.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Web Developer (Freelance) at Thrift by Zee
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2025
Freelance web development of a mobile-responsive e-commerce platform. Improved load times by 40% through image optimization and lazy loading. Built RESTful Items API (DRF) handling 1,000+ daily requests; implemented filtering, pagination, and error handling.
Full Stack Developer at JosEventia
January 1, 2025 - November 3, 2025
Remote full-stack development for deployment of an event vendor booking and escrow system with KYC onboarding, calendar UI, Paystack and WhatsApp integration, and an admin dashboard for vendors in Jos courses and certifications.
Freelance Web Developer at Thrift by Zee
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2025
Developed a mobile-responsive e-commerce platform; improved load times by 40% through image optimization and lazy loading. Built a RESTful API (DRF) handling 1,000+ daily requests with filtering, pagination, and error handling. Implemented CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions; achieved high uptime on Netlify (frontend) and Render (API).
Remote Full Stack Developer at Naija Co-op Hub
January 1, 2025 - November 12, 2025
Designed a bulk deal voting system, optimizing Django ORM queries to scale 10× faster vote tally. Integrated Paystack escrow, powering 2M+ secure trades with comprehensive webhook validation. Deployed Django Channels for real-time chat, supporting 50+ concurrent users with encrypted messaging.
Freelance Web Developer at Thriftby Zee
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2025
Developed a mobile-responsive e-commerce platform; improved load times by 40% via image optimization and lazy loading.
Remote Full Stack Developer at JosEventia
January 1, 2025 - November 18, 2025
Deployment-focused role developing an event vendor booking & escrow system with KYC onboarding, calendar UI, Paystack & WhatsApp integration, and an admin dashboard for vendors in Jos Courses & Certifications.
Remote Full Stack Developer at Naija Co-op Hub
February 1, 2025 - November 18, 2025
Designed a bulk deal voting system, optimizing Django ORM queries to scale 10× faster vote tallies. Integrated Paystack escrow and powered 2M+ secure trades with comprehensive webhooks.
Freelance Web Developer at Jos, Plateau State
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2025
Freelance web development; built responsive e-commerce platforms; improved load times by 40% via image optimization and lazy loading.
Web Developer at Thrift by Zee
September 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025
Developed a mobile-responsive e-commerce platform; improved load times by 40% via image optimization and lazy loading. Built RESTful API (DRF) handling 1,000+ daily requests; implemented filtering, pagination, and error handling. Automated CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions; maintained 99.9% uptime on Netlify (frontend) and Render (API).

Education

BA Philosophy at Benue State University, Makurdi
August 1, 2018 - April 1, 2023
BA Philosophy at Benue State University
August 1, 2018 - April 1, 2023
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy at Benue State University
August 1, 2018 - April 1, 2023
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy at Benue State University
August 1, 2018 - April 1, 2023
BA Philosophy at Benue State University
August 1, 2018 - April 1, 2023

Qualifications

Responsive Web Design
April 1, 2024 - November 3, 2025
Django Full Stack Web Development
January 1, 2024 - November 3, 2025
100 Days of Code Bootcamp
September 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Python for Absolute Beginners
May 1, 2023 - November 3, 2025
Python for Absolute Beginners
May 1, 2023 - November 12, 2025
100 Days of Code Bootcamp
September 1, 2023 - November 12, 2025
Django Full Stack Web Development
January 1, 2024 - November 12, 2025
100 Days of Code Bootcamp
September 1, 2023 - November 18, 2025
Django Full Stack Web Development (Udemy)
January 1, 2024 - November 18, 2025
Python for Absolute Beginners (Udemy)
February 1, 2023 - November 18, 2025
Django Full Stack Web Development
January 1, 2024 - November 18, 2025
100 Days of Code Bootcamp
September 1, 2023 - November 18, 2025
Python for Absolute Beginners
May 1, 2023 - November 18, 2025
Web Design FreeCodeCamp
April 1, 2024 - November 18, 2025
BA Philosophy (Honors)
August 1, 2018 - April 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education, Other
    paper JosEventia

    Jos Eventia is a trusted event-vendor marketplace built to make event planning effortless. Whether you’re hosting a wedding, birthday, or corporate celebration, we connect you with verified vendors photographers, decorators, caterers, DJs, and more all in one place. Our secure escrow payment system ensures your money is protected until services are delivered, giving you peace of mind. With Jos Eventia, you get transparency, reliability, and convenience so every event becomes a success story.