I'm Ian Murigu, a self-taught Full-Stack Web Developer and Cybersecurity Enthusiast based in Kenya. I specialize in building secure, scalable, and user-friendly web applications using technologies like Django, Django REST Framework, JavaScript, and React. My goal is always to create impactful solutions that simplify processes, automate workflows, and drive business growth. I studied Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics at Meru University of Science and Technology, and although I couldn't complete the degree due to financial constraints, it gave me a strong foundation in secure systems and digital risk awareness. While working as a Customer Service Coordinator in Dubai, I stayed committed to tech - using my free time to keep learning, building projects, and sharpening my development skills. That experience also helped me grow in other key areas: communication, problem-solving, and user-centered design- all of which continue to shape how I approach software development today. I’ve built real-world projects that integrate authentication (JWT/sessions), role-based access control, and tools like Twilio, SendGrid, Salesforce, and Zoho. I'm experienced in deploying full-stack apps using CI/CD pipelines on Render, Vercel, and Railway, and I'm always eager to explore new challenges. When I’m not coding, I’m reading psychology or business books like The Psychology of Money or Rich Dad Poor Dad, always looking for ways to grow both personally and professionally. I'm currently open to remote, freelance, or hybrid roles - especially opportunities that allow me to build meaningful tech, collaborate with great teams, and continue evolving as both a developer and entrepreneur. Let’s connect if you’re looking for someone who can blend technical skill with creativity, communication, and continuous learning.

Ian Mwangi Murigu

I'm Ian Murigu, a self-taught Full-Stack Web Developer and Cybersecurity Enthusiast based in Kenya. I specialize in building secure, scalable, and user-friendly web applications using technologies like Django, Django REST Framework, JavaScript, and React. My goal is always to create impactful solutions that simplify processes, automate workflows, and drive business growth. I studied Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics at Meru University of Science and Technology, and although I couldn't complete the degree due to financial constraints, it gave me a strong foundation in secure systems and digital risk awareness. While working as a Customer Service Coordinator in Dubai, I stayed committed to tech - using my free time to keep learning, building projects, and sharpening my development skills. That experience also helped me grow in other key areas: communication, problem-solving, and user-centered design- all of which continue to shape how I approach software development today. I’ve built real-world projects that integrate authentication (JWT/sessions), role-based access control, and tools like Twilio, SendGrid, Salesforce, and Zoho. I'm experienced in deploying full-stack apps using CI/CD pipelines on Render, Vercel, and Railway, and I'm always eager to explore new challenges. When I’m not coding, I’m reading psychology or business books like The Psychology of Money or Rich Dad Poor Dad, always looking for ways to grow both personally and professionally. I'm currently open to remote, freelance, or hybrid roles - especially opportunities that allow me to build meaningful tech, collaborate with great teams, and continue evolving as both a developer and entrepreneur. Let’s connect if you’re looking for someone who can blend technical skill with creativity, communication, and continuous learning.

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I’m Ian Murigu, a self-taught Full-Stack Web Developer and Cybersecurity Enthusiast based in Kenya. I specialize in building secure, scalable, and user-friendly web applications using technologies like Django, Django REST Framework, JavaScript, and React. My goal is always to create impactful solutions that simplify processes, automate workflows, and drive business growth.

I studied Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics at Meru University of Science and Technology, and although I couldn’t complete the degree due to financial constraints, it gave me a strong foundation in secure systems and digital risk awareness. While working as a Customer Service Coordinator in Dubai, I stayed committed to tech - using my free time to keep learning, building projects, and sharpening my development skills.

That experience also helped me grow in other key areas: communication, problem-solving, and user-centered design- all of which continue to shape how I approach software development today.

I’ve built real-world projects that integrate authentication (JWT/sessions), role-based access control, and tools like Twilio, SendGrid, Salesforce, and Zoho. I’m experienced in deploying full-stack apps using CI/CD pipelines on Render, Vercel, and Railway, and I’m always eager to explore new challenges.

When I’m not coding, I’m reading psychology or business books like The Psychology of Money or Rich Dad Poor Dad, always looking for ways to grow both personally and professionally.

I’m currently open to remote, freelance, or hybrid roles - especially opportunities that allow me to build meaningful tech, collaborate with great teams, and continue evolving as both a developer and entrepreneur.

Let’s connect if you’re looking for someone who can blend technical skill with creativity, communication, and continuous learning.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Customer Service Coordinator at Dafu, Dubai
October 31, 2023 - July 9, 2025
Managed customer interactions, ensuring timely responses and resolutions. Provided basic technical support, improving overall user satisfaction. Coordinated with internal departments to optimize communication and service delivery.

Education

Bachelors of Science in Computer Security and Forensics at Meru University Of Science and Technology
August 3, 2022 - September 15, 2023
Studies for one year but never but never complemented the program due financial issues but am good at what I do and am still focusing on the process
Bachelor's at Meru University of Science and Technology
August 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
High School Certificate at Kamuiru Boys High School, Kirinyaga
January 1, 2018 - April 30, 2022

Qualifications

Tripplanner Project
March 20, 2025 - March 27, 2025
You built it like a freelance solution for a client

Industry Experience

Other, Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Retail
    uniE608 Fashion E-commerce Store
    explainervideo Key Features 1)JWT authentication for secure login and user sessions 2)Browse and search products with live filtering 3)Add to cart, adjust quantity, and proceed to checkout 4)Multiple payment options: Stripe, PayPal, and M-Pesa 5)Real-time SMS confirmation using Twilio & Vonage 6)CRM lead automation to track and follow up with clients 7)Modern and responsive UI with clean styling 8)Admin panel for managing products and orders Tech Stack 1)Frontend: React, HTML, CSS 2)Backend: Django REST Framework 3)Authentication: JWT 4)Payments: Stripe, PayPal, M-Pesa 5)CRM Integration: Twilio, Vonage 6)Deployment: (e.g. Vercel, Render)
    uniE608 Fashion e-commerce project
    I built a full-featured fashion e-commerce platform using Django REST Framework and React, designed to give users a smooth and secure shopping experience across web and mobile. Key Features: i)JWT authentication for secure login and user sessions ii)Browse and search products with live filtering iii)Add to cart, adjust quantity, and proceed to checkout iv)Multiple payment options: Stripe, PayPal, and M-Pes v)Real-time SMS confirmation using Twilio vi)CRM lead automation to track and follow up with clients vii)Modern and responsive UI with clean styling viii)Admin panel for managing products and orders Tech Stack: i)Frontend: React, HTML, CSS ii)Backend: Django REST Framework iii)Authentication: JWT iv)Payments: Stripe, PayPal, M-Pesa v)CRM Integration: Twilio, Vonage vi)Deployment: (e.g. Vercel, Render)
    paper BlogPost Website

    ✔ Developed a full-stack blog platform using Django for backend management.
    ✔ Implemented user authentication, allowing users to register, log in, and create/edit blog posts.
    ✔ Designed a responsive and interactive user interface using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
    ✔ Integrated a commenting system and like features to enhance user engagement.
    ✔ Used a MySQL database for efficient content storage and retrieval.
    ✔Implemented user authentication and authorization to control CRUD operations (Create, Read, Update, Delete)
    ✔Secured API endpoints using session authentication / JWT to ensure that only authorized users can modify or delete posts.

    paper Trip planner

    ✔ Developed a full-stack web application that allows users to plan trips, generate routes, and visualize maps dynamically.
    ✔ Implemented a Django REST API to handle user inputs and fetch optimized route data.
    ✔ Integrated Leaflet.js API for interactive map visualization and route plotting.
    ✔ Designed a real-time Electronic Logging Device system using Fabric.js, enabling users to annotate trip logs.
    ✔ Ensured secure authentication and smooth user experience with React.js on the frontend and Django on the backend.
    ✔ Built, hosted, and deployed the frontend on Vercel and the backend on Render, demonstrating strong DevOps and deployment skills.
    ✔Styled the entire application with custom CSS, focusing on responsiveness, user-friendliness, and clarity across devices.
    ✔Displayed dynamic, zoomable maps with custom markers and polyline routes, ensuring a responsive user experience and interactive visual feedback.