Full-Stack Developer with First Class Honours in Web & Mobile Development. Skilled in building responsive, accessible, and user-focused applications using React, JavaScript, Node.js, Express, and databases like MongoDB and PostgreSQL, with Jest for testing. Experienced in Agile team work, problem solving, and delivering real-world projects. Highly motivated, adaptable, and always eager to learn and improve. Additionally, I bring experience in public health, strengthening my skills in teamwork, problem-solving, data analysis, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. I’m eager to contribute to dynamic Agile teams while continuing to grow as a software developer.

Abdulkadir Awel

Full-Stack Developer with First Class Honours in Web & Mobile Development. Skilled in building responsive, accessible, and user-focused applications using React, JavaScript, Node.js, Express, and databases like MongoDB and PostgreSQL, with Jest for testing. Experienced in Agile team work, problem solving, and delivering real-world projects. Highly motivated, adaptable, and always eager to learn and improve. Additionally, I bring experience in public health, strengthening my skills in teamwork, problem-solving, data analysis, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. I’m eager to contribute to dynamic Agile teams while continuing to grow as a software developer.

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Full-Stack Developer with First Class Honours in Web & Mobile Development. Skilled in building responsive, accessible, and user-focused applications using React, JavaScript, Node.js, Express, and databases like MongoDB and PostgreSQL, with Jest for testing. Experienced in Agile team work, problem solving, and delivering real-world projects. Highly motivated, adaptable, and always eager to learn and improve.

Additionally, I bring experience in public health, strengthening my skills in teamwork, problem-solving, data analysis, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. I’m eager to contribute to dynamic Agile teams while continuing to grow as a software developer.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Intern – Industrial Project (Expense Management System) at FDM Group (through University of the West of Scotland), Paisley
October 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Delivered a full-stack MERN Expense Management System as part of an industry-supervised university project with FDM Group. Managed the full development lifecycle including requirements, design, implementation, testing, and handover. Implemented secure authentication (password recovery, rate limit, account lockout) and role-based access with file uploads (images/PDFs) for employees, managers, and finance/admin users. Applied Agile practices, stakeholder collaboration, and real-world delivery standards.
Freelance Web Developer at Many Studios, Glasgow
February 1, 2021 - April 1, 2021
Delivered a custom interactive online exhibition, “For Good or Ill”, bringing a physical gallery experience online for public audiences. Built and configured the site using Squarespace with custom HTML, CSS, and jQuery enhancements, integrating interactive artwork, video, and sound pieces. Collaborated closely with the programme manager and technical lead in Agile sprints to ensure a visually engaging and accessible experience. Earned client praise for efficiency, creativity, and attention to detail, delivering a final product that matched the team’s vision.
Full Stack Developer & Technical Mentor at CodeYourFuture, Glasgow
January 1, 2020 - November 1, 2020
Developed full-stack web applications using React, Node, Express, and MongoDB, delivering projects that supported student learning and internal community projects. Provided 1-to-1 mentorship and constructive feedback to trainees and supported class delivery as a teaching assistant, enhancing technical, teamwork, and leadership skills.
Community Development Volunteer at Kinning Park Complex (KPC), Glasgow
June 1, 2016 - February 1, 2018
Supported community programmes and events, developing teamwork and communication skills.
Environmental Health & WASH Programme Officer at Mieso District Health Office, Somali Region, Ethiopia
September 1, 2009 - November 1, 2012
Coordinated health initiatives and led field teams, building leadership and data reporting skills.

Education

BSc (Hons) Web & Mobile Development at The University of the West of Scotland (UWS), Paisley, UK
August 1, 2023 - August 1, 2025
HND Web Development at Glasgow Clyde College, Glasgow, UK
August 1, 2021 - June 1, 2023
Professional Development Award (PDA) in Software Development at Glasgow Clyde College, Glasgow, UK
September 1, 2020 - December 1, 2020
Full Stack Web Development Course at CodeYourFuture, Glasgow, UK
January 1, 2018 - September 1, 2018
Master of Public Health (MPH) at Jimma University, Jimma, Ethiopia
September 1, 2012 - June 1, 2014
BSc in Environmental Health at Jimma University, Jimma, Ethiopia
September 1, 2007 - June 1, 2009

Qualifications

Professional Development Award (PDA) in Software Development
September 1, 2020 - December 1, 2020

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Other