I'm Mel, a backend and QA focused software engineer who specialises in QA including user, manual, functional and unit testing. Skilled in Python, SQL, Flask, PHP and WordPress. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗜’𝗺 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁: I combine backend development skills with real-world experience in complex healthcare systems. Over two decades, I’ve delivered system rollouts, improved workflows, resolved issues, and led migrations with no reported data loss. This background shapes how I approach software: with clarity, rigour, and a strong focus on usability. I’m confident diving into legacy systems, untangling complexity, and designing solutions that are well-tested, maintainable, and deliver meaningful results. I communicate effectively with both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders, bridging the gap between requirements and real-world solutions. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜 𝗱𝗼: I build backend solutions, focused on logic and automation, including user, manual, functional and unit testing, ensuring systems work reliably and meet user needs. I currently develop and maintain a PHP/MySQL/WordPress significant events portal, delivering end-to-end solutions that prioritise quality and impact. I write code that works - and works well. I QA thoroughly, using manual, functional and unit testing to ensure each solution solves the right problem. With solid experience across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements through to deployment, bringing a holistic approach to every project. 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀: Backend: Python, PHP, Flask, MySQL, PostgreSQL QA & Automation: Selenium, functional & unit testing Systems & Tools: WordPress, phpMyAdmin, EMIS, SystmOne Approach: Automation, process improvement, quality-focused development, SDLC I earned a Distinction in the Code First Girls Software Engineering nanodegree and have recently been selected for the Cajigo 100 Women in Tech Programme 2025. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜’𝗺 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿: Backend, QA, or software development roles where I can combine technical skills, problem-solving, and user-focused thinking to build solutions that genuinely help people. I’m excited to collaborate with teams that value quality, user experience, and technology that makes a meaningful difference If you're building technology that makes a difference to real people, let's connect.…I'm Mel, a backend and QA focused software engineer who specialises in QA including user, manual, functional and unit testing. Skilled in Python, SQL, Flask, PHP and WordPress. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗜’𝗺 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁: I combine backend development skills with real-world experience in complex healthcare systems. Over two decades, I’ve delivered system rollouts, improved workflows, resolved issues, and led migrations with no reported data loss. This background shapes how I approach software: with clarity, rigour, and a strong focus on usability. I’m confident diving into legacy systems, untangling complexity, and designing solutions that are well-tested, maintainable, and deliver meaningful results. I communicate effectively with both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders, bridging the gap between requirements and real-world solutions. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜 𝗱𝗼: I build backend solutions, focused on logic and automation, including user, manual, functional and unit testing, ensuring systems work reliably and meet user needs. I currently develop and maintain a PHP/MySQL/WordPress significant events portal, delivering end-to-end solutions that prioritise quality and impact. I write code that works - and works well. I QA thoroughly, using manual, functional and unit testing to ensure each solution solves the right problem. With solid experience across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements through to deployment, bringing a holistic approach to every project. 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀: Backend: Python, PHP, Flask, MySQL, PostgreSQL QA & Automation: Selenium, functional & unit testing Systems & Tools: WordPress, phpMyAdmin, EMIS, SystmOne Approach: Automation, process improvement, quality-focused development, SDLC I earned a Distinction in the Code First Girls Software Engineering nanodegree and have recently been selected for the Cajigo 100 Women in Tech Programme 2025. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗜’𝗺 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿: Backend, QA, or software development roles where I can combine technical skills, problem-solving, and user-focused thinking to build solutions that genuinely help people. I’m excited to collaborate with teams that value quality, user experience, and technology that makes a meaningful difference If you're building technology that makes a difference to real people, let's connect.WWWW…