Hi, I’m Ziyaad Behardien, a front-end developer who loves turning complex requirements into clean, responsive web apps. I specialize in React-based solutions and enjoy building internal tools as well as customer-facing interfaces. Currently I work at Transaction Junction in Cape Town, and I’m expanding my knowledge in information systems architecture, database design, and backend logic through real-world projects and ongoing studies.

Ziyaad Behardien

Hi, I’m Ziyaad Behardien, a front-end developer who loves turning complex requirements into clean, responsive web apps. I specialize in React-based solutions and enjoy building internal tools as well as customer-facing interfaces. Currently I work at Transaction Junction in Cape Town, and I’m expanding my knowledge in information systems architecture, database design, and backend logic through real-world projects and ongoing studies.

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Hi, I’m Ziyaad Behardien, a front-end developer who loves turning complex requirements into clean, responsive web apps. I specialize in React-based solutions and enjoy building internal tools as well as customer-facing interfaces.

Currently I work at Transaction Junction in Cape Town, and I’m expanding my knowledge in information systems architecture, database design, and backend logic through real-world projects and ongoing studies.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Associate Front-End Developer at Aspire Solutions / Aspire Academy
March 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021
Participated in a structured training program while working at Aspire Solutions; gained foundational knowledge in database design, database architecture, and software development principles. Contributed to real-world projects under mentorship, applying concepts in a practical environment. Developed skills in SQL, database normalization, and system architecture.
Front-End Developer at Transaction Junction
July 1, 2021 - Present
Develop and maintain responsive web applications using React; perform code reviews; support outsourced developers; maintain and update internal component libraries; collaborate with QA to ensure quality and performance.
Model (Runway) at VNTGE Designer Fashion Show
August 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Participated in professional runway shows, representing brand image and maintaining high fashion presentation standards.
Sales Consultant at Country Road / Trenery / Witchery
December 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Delivered excellent customer service and styling advice in a fast-paced retail environment; maintained visual merchandising standards and seasonal sales initiatives.
Sales Consultant at Country Road / Witchery / Trenery
December 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Delivered excellent customer service and styling advice; maintained seasonal merchandising and supported sales initiatives.
Sales Consultant at Country Road / Witchery / Trenery
December 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Delivered customer service and styling advice; maintained visual merchandising standards and seasonal sales initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Information Systems and Management at University of the Western Cape
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Honours in Information Systems at University of the Western Cape
January 1, 2020 - December 17, 2025
Udemy React Course at Udemy
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

Udemy React Course
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Retail, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment