I am a dedicated software engineer and trainer based in Erbil, Iraq, with a passion for frontend development and teaching programming concepts to diverse audiences. My experience ranges from conducting coding bootcamps for kids to leading large tech events, always striving to improve team collaboration and deliver high-quality solutions. With a strong background in software development and event management, I excel at planning and executing activities that engage participants and foster creative thinking. I enjoy working in both English and Kurdish and am committed to ongoing personal and professional growth within the tech industry.

Ahmadanzherzad

I am a dedicated software engineer and trainer based in Erbil, Iraq, with a passion for frontend development and teaching programming concepts to diverse audiences. My experience ranges from conducting coding bootcamps for kids to leading large tech events, always striving to improve team collaboration and deliver high-quality solutions. With a strong background in software development and event management, I excel at planning and executing activities that engage participants and foster creative thinking. I enjoy working in both English and Kurdish and am committed to ongoing personal and professional growth within the tech industry.

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I am a dedicated software engineer and trainer based in Erbil, Iraq, with a passion for frontend development and teaching programming concepts to diverse audiences. My experience ranges from conducting coding bootcamps for kids to leading large tech events, always striving to improve team collaboration and deliver high-quality solutions.

With a strong background in software development and event management, I excel at planning and executing activities that engage participants and foster creative thinking. I enjoy working in both English and Kurdish and am committed to ongoing personal and professional growth within the tech industry.

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Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Intermediate
Kurdish
Fluent

Work Experience

Front-End Developer - Full time at Fastlink Company
September 9, 2024 - August 19, 2025
Developed an HR leave system using ReactJS, RHF, Tailwind CSS, Agile, Vite, Tanstack Tables, React-Router. Maintained and implemented features, integrated front-end with back-end, and improved system performance using React, TypeScript, Axios, MUI, Zod. Collaborated efficiently with team members, pushed the team forward, and used Trello for task management, Git and GitHub for source control.
Front-End Developer - Full time at Lezzo Company
January 27, 2025 - August 19, 2025
Worked with NextJS, Ant Design, SASS, Agile Scrum, Redux, Asana, Lucid, Git and GitHub. Developed Ezzo Medicine and Lezzo Local Marketplace projects.
Head of SoftSpace Tech Event at Softspace
March 1, 2025 - August 19, 2025
Led all aspects of the event including planning, moderation, team leadership, logistics, financial planning, and sponsor partnership development. Oversaw the smooth execution from planning to post-event wrap-up, engaged participants, and fostered team creativity and accountability. Collaborated with companies, universities, and stakeholders ensuring beneficial partnerships. Managed brand and media daily marketing initiatives including email marketing, branding, and public image management.
Co-founder, Coordinator at SoftSpace
October 1, 2022 - Present
Planning, managing, and executing activities and programs. Providing training about Design Thinking, Web Development, and Mobile Application. Coordinating seminars and webinars on tech topics in the industry. Executing entertainment tech activities for software engineering students.
Trainer - Entrepreneurship and Design Thinking at The Station
January 14, 2023 - August 19, 2025
Delivered 2 weeks TOT training to develop trainer skills on entrepreneurship and design thinking.
Trainer Instructor in Programming at Future Citizen
January 21, 2024 - August 19, 2025
Conducted 3 weeks training on Scratch and ScratchJR programming.
Coding Bootcamp Trainer Instructor
March 9, 2021 - August 19, 2025
Planned and executed a 6-day programming training for about 11 students on Scratch, Scratch JR, and basics of programming and coding. Assisted participants with creative, flexible, and logical coding mindsets. Training was conducted bilingually in English and Kurdish. Managed activities to keep participants focused and energized. Took photos and videos of participants.
Step-Up Program Trainer at WFP, Ministry of Agriculture
July 13, 2024 - August 19, 2025
Conducted a 13-week program to build problem-solving, critical thinking, communication skills, networking, self-awareness, goal setting, skill gap analysis, resume building, interview preparation, and finance fundamentals.
Economic Empowerment Project Trainer at WFP, Ministry of Agriculture
February 1, 2024 - August 19, 2025
Planned and delivered 4-day training for 30 women aged 21 to 70 on economic empowerment. Conducted practical and theoretical activities, managed logistics, assisted participants to have a creative and regulated mindset, and provided resources. Training was in Kurdish using locally understood terms.
Coding Bootcamp Training Instructor
March 9, 2021 - August 20, 2025
Conducted a 6-day programming training for about 11 students focusing on Scratch and Scratch JR, planning curriculum and activities to foster creative and flexible programming mindset. Assisted participants and practicing trainers, provided training materials and managed sessions in English and Kurdish. Captured photos and videos during training.
Front-End Developer - Full time at Fastlink Company
September 9, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Developing and maintaining HR Leave system using ReactJS, React Hook Form, Tailwind CSS, Agile methodologies, Vite, Tanstack Tables, React-Router, and more. Integrated frontend with backend and improved systems like FastSIM and WSC. Led efforts to push the team forward, solve development issues, and use tools like Trello, Git, and GitHub for task management.
Front-End Developer - Full time at Lezzoo Company
January 27, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Worked on Lezzoo Medicine and Lezzoo Local Marketplace projects using NextJS, Ant Design, SASS, Redux, Agile Scrum, Asana, and Lucid. Utilized Git and GitHub for version control.
Head of SoftSpace Tech Event at Softspace
March 1, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Led overall event planning, moderation, and execution on February 24, 2025. Managed teams, assigned tasks, and ensured smooth event flow. Developed sponsorship proposals and fostered partnerships with key stakeholders. Oversaw logistics, financial planning, risk assessment, venue selection, content development, speaker coordination, and marketing initiatives.
Co-founder, Coordinator at SoftSpace
October 1, 2022 - Present
Planning, managing, and executing various programs including training about Design Thinking, Web Development, and Mobile Applications. Coordinated seminars and webinars on technology topics. Executed entertainment tech activities for software engineering students.
Trainer - Step-Up Program at WFP, Ministry of Agriculture
July 13, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Delivered a 13-week training program to develop problem solving, critical thinking, communication, networking, self-awareness, goal setting, skill gap analysis, resume building, interview preparation, and finance fundamentals.
Trainer - Economic Empowerment Project for Women at WFP, Ministry of Agriculture
February 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Planned and executed a 4-day training for 30 women on economic empowerment, including practical and theoretical activities, managing logistics, and providing training materials in Kurdish.
Techlana Program Trainee at 51labs
December 1, 2024 - Present
Participated in a 6-month entrepreneurial training covering design thinking principles, user journey mapping, problem framing, user interviews, UX/UI basics, rapid prototyping, and feedback integration.
Trainer - Design Thinking & Entrepreneurship at The Station, EPU & TIU
August 31, 2023 - August 20, 2025
Planned and delivered three 3-day design thinking and entrepreneurship bootcamps training around 150 trainees, managing logistics, coordinating sessions, and using bilingual delivery in English and Kurdish.
Comic Artist at Freelance
January 1, 2017 - Present
Develop and create original comic strips and graphic novels. Collaborate with writers and publishers to deliver engaging and visually appealing comics. Manage all aspects of the illustration process from concept through to final production for various clients.
Graphic Designer & Animator at Sweet Tea Animation Studios
January 1, 2017 - August 20, 2025
Designed graphic elements and animated characters for television commercials and online advertising campaigns. Worked closely with the creative team to produce content that enhanced brand storytelling and customer engagement.
Coding Bootcamp For Kids Training Instructor in Programming
March 9, 2021 - August 20, 2025
Conducted a 6-day training program teaching approximately 11 students basics of Scratch and Scratch JR. Planned and executed multiple engaging activities, assisted participants with coding skills development, and reported progress to the project manager. Training was delivered in both English and Kurdish, including taking photos and videos for participants.
Front-End Developer - Full time at Fastlink Company
July 14, 2024 - Present
Developing and maintaining HR Leave system and Fast SIM & WSC systems using ReactJS, React Hook Form, TailwindCSS, Agile methodologies, Vite, TanStack Tables, React Router, Typescript, Axios, MUI, and Zod. Responsible for feature implementation, backend integration, improving system performance, pushing team forward, efficient collaboration, problem-solving, and task management using Trello, Git & GitHub.
Front-End Developer - Full time at Lezzoo Company
January 27, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Worked with NextJS, Ant Design, SASS, Agile Scrum, Redux, Asana, Lucid, Git & GitHub contributing to Lezzoo Medicine and Lezzoo Local Marketplace projects.
Head of SoftSpace Tech Event at SoftSpace
March 1, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Led all aspects of event planning, team leadership, moderation, and execution for the SoftSpace Tech Event held on 2025-02-24. Coordinated teams, managed logistics, financial planning, sponsorship development, partnerships with major stakeholders, content development, and speaker coordination. Also managed post-event reporting and brand/media management including marketing initiatives and public image enhancement.
Co-founder, Coordinator at SoftSpace
October 1, 2022 - Present
Planning, managing, and executing activities and programs including training on Design Thinking, Web Development, and Mobile Application. Coordinating seminars and webinars about technology topics, and executing entertainment tech activities for software engineering students.
Step-Up Program Trainer at WFP, Ministry of Agriculture
July 13, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Conducted a 13-week program focused on building soft skills such as Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Communication, Networking, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting, Skill Gap Analysis, Resume Building, Interview Preparation, and Finance Fundamentals. Delivered training in Kurdish, provided logistic support, and offered resources to participants and beneficiaries.
Trainer - Economic Empowerment Project for Women at WFP, Ministry of Agriculture
February 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Planned and delivered a 4-day training program attended by 30 women aged 21 to 70 on economic empowerment. Facilitated practical and theoretical activities, managed logistics, and provided relevant materials in Kurdish to enhance participant engagement and mindset.
Techlena Program Trainee at 51labs Organization
December 1, 2024 - Present
Participated in a 6-month training program on transforming entrepreneurial ideas into startups. Covered design thinking principles, user journey mapping, problem framing, user interviews, empathy maps, UI and UX basics, rapid prototyping, and feedback integration.
Trainer - Design Thinking & Entrepreneurship at The Station, EPU & TIU
August 31, 2023 - August 20, 2025
Planned and delivered three 3-day bootcamps training about Design Thinking and Entrepreneurship to approximately 150 trainees. Managed logistics, prepared curriculum and materials in both English and Kurdish, and conducted participant evaluations.

Education

Bachelor in Software Engineering at Koya University, FENG, Software Department
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor Degree in Software Engineering at Koya University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Studio Arts College International
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007
Bachelor in Software Engineering at Koya University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Trainer - Entrepreneurship and Design Thinking
January 1, 2023 - January 14, 2023
Trainer Instructor in Programming
January 1, 2024 - January 21, 2024
Competitor in the Regional Summit, Hult Prize
January 1, 2022 - July 31, 2022
Completion of Step Up Program
January 1, 2024 - March 31, 2024
Completion of Internship Program (Frontend Development and Software Development Strategies)
January 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Trainer - Entrepreneurship and Design Thinking
January 1, 2023 - August 20, 2025
Training Instructor in Programming
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Competitor in Regional Summit
January 1, 2022 - August 20, 2025
Completion of Step-Up Program
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Completion of Internship Program at Fastlink Telecom
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Trainer - Entrepreneurship and Design Thinking
January 1, 2023 - August 20, 2025
Training Instructor in Programming
January 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Government, Software & Internet, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Media & Entertainment