Hi, I’m Smit Patel, a Master’s candidate in Information Technology with hands-on full-stack development experience delivering production-grade web and mobile applications. I focus on scalable architecture, user-centric design, and modern development practices to create customer-ready solutions. Currently pursuing a Master’s in IT at the University of Waikato, I bring a strong technical foundation in cloud computing, database management, and IoT, along with a proven ability to translate ideas into usable products. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning complex requirements into clean, accessible interfaces and maintainable code.

Smit Patel

Hi, I’m Smit Patel, a Master’s candidate in Information Technology with hands-on full-stack development experience delivering production-grade web and mobile applications. I focus on scalable architecture, user-centric design, and modern development practices to create customer-ready solutions. Currently pursuing a Master’s in IT at the University of Waikato, I bring a strong technical foundation in cloud computing, database management, and IoT, along with a proven ability to translate ideas into usable products. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning complex requirements into clean, accessible interfaces and maintainable code.

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Hi, I’m Smit Patel, a Master’s candidate in Information Technology with hands-on full-stack development experience delivering production-grade web and mobile applications. I focus on scalable architecture, user-centric design, and modern development practices to create customer-ready solutions.

Currently pursuing a Master’s in IT at the University of Waikato, I bring a strong technical foundation in cloud computing, database management, and IoT, along with a proven ability to translate ideas into usable products. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy turning complex requirements into clean, accessible interfaces and maintainable code.

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Work Experience

Intern - Full-Stack Developer at NZ Business Connect
November 1, 2025 - Present
Architected and developed two production-grade web and mobile platforms (NZ Boost Travel and Social Giving Hub) from concept to deployment with scalable, maintainable codebases. Built NZ Boost Travel—a comprehensive accommodation booking marketplace with mobile-first UX and cross-device flows. Designed Social Giving Hub—a community platform with donation pathways, volunteer integration, and sponsor management, emphasizing trust and clarity. Implemented accessible, WCAG-compliant UI components and scalable architecture enabling feature additions without major refactoring. Optimized user flows to reduce friction and improve conversion through data-driven UX decisions.

Education

Master of Information Technology at University of Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Bachelor of Computer Science and Engineering at Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) Bhopal, India
August 1, 2020 - August 1, 2024

Qualifications

Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026
Deloitte Australia Technology Job Simulation
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services