Hi, I'm Derrick, a skilled IT professional passionate about mobile app development, website design, networking, and database management. I enjoy leveraging technology to create solutions that drive organizational success and provide real value. With experience spanning from startups to established companies, I focus on blending technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills to deliver outstanding results. I have developed websites and mobile applications for a variety of clients, including academic institutions and commercial businesses. I love working on projects that streamline processes, enhance customer engagement, and expand digital reach. When I'm not coding or designing, I enjoy sharing knowledge through tutorials and exploring new technologies.…

Derrick Owusu Afrifa

Hi, I'm Derrick, a skilled IT professional passionate about mobile app development, website design, networking, and database management. I enjoy leveraging technology to create solutions that drive organizational success and provide real value. With experience spanning from startups to established companies, I focus on blending technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills to deliver outstanding results. I have developed websites and mobile applications for a variety of clients, including academic institutions and commercial businesses. I love working on projects that streamline processes, enhance customer engagement, and expand digital reach. When I'm not coding or designing, I enjoy sharing knowledge through tutorials and exploring new technologies.…

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Hi, I’m Derrick, a skilled IT professional passionate about mobile app development, website design, networking, and database management. I enjoy leveraging technology to create solutions that drive organizational success and provide real value. With experience spanning from startups to established companies, I focus on blending technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills to deliver outstanding results.

I have developed websites and mobile applications for a variety of clients, including academic institutions and commercial businesses. I love working on projects that streamline processes, enhance customer engagement, and expand digital reach. When I’m not coding or designing, I enjoy sharing knowledge through tutorials and exploring new technologies.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

IT Specialist at TECHPEDIA LLC
January 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025
Provided technical support and software quality assurance for PIKHAUL Truck Haulage mobile applications and platform. Managed IT support for the Odoo platform, handled networking and VoIP configurations, and administered Microsoft 365 services.
Software Engineer at PISTIS CONSULT
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Conducted site-wide assessments for PISTIS & Associates and its subsidiaries' websites. Worked on early development stages of PISTIS Consult SaaS applications and provided technical support to the team.
IT Head & Finance at AJ RUNA COMPANY LIMITED
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Oversaw the company's technological operations and subsidiaries. Developed and designed websites using WordPress and created logo assets and graphics with Adobe Photoshop. Led social media advertising initiatives that doubled sales for Runa Organics. Mastered and applied Tally ERP to handle accounting and sales records. Designed internal applications using Flutter and Java to streamline sales and customer engagement. Introduced Google Workspace, training over 10 staff on tools like Google Forms and Sheets to optimize sales orders and synchronize work across locations.
National Service Personnel at AGYEBEX COMPANY LIMITED
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Handled submission of tax documents and invoices via Aerchain portal, performed data entry duties, and carried out other assigned responsibilities.
CEO & Software Developer at XDN GHANA LIMITED
January 1, 2016 - June 1, 2024
Created websites and mobile applications for academic institutions including Valco Hall and Casely Hayford Hall at UCC, with apps available on Google Play Store. Developed sports betting systems on contract. Produced the mobile app and expanded the Ghana National Service Personnel Association (NASPA) app to cover the entire Central Region along with the NASPA Central Region website and mobile app.

Education

Bachelor of Science at University of Cape Coast
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Retail, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services

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