Hey 👋, I'm Dickens! — Full-Stack Developer | Backend Engineer | Open Source Contributor.
I'm a Software Engineer with over 5 years of experience building scalable, high-performance web applications in the fintech, insurtech, and SaaS industries. I specialize in backend development with Node.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, and microservice architectures, and I have led engineering efforts for startups and remote teams across Africa and the globe.
I’m passionate about solving real-world problems through open-source contributions, clean code, and efficient system design. I enjoy turning ideas into robust, user-centered products—whether it’s building an ERP system from scratch, integrating AI APIs, or reducing cloud infrastructure costs with serverless deployments.
🔧 My Tech Stack
- Languages & Frameworks: Node.js, TypeScript, Java, React, Spring Boot, Express.js
- Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, MySQL
- Cloud & DevOps: AWS, Docker, GitHub Actions, Terraform, CI/CD
- Other Tools: GraphQL, OAuth2, Webhooks, Stripe, Kafka
📌 Key Highlights
- 🚀 Founder of Spark.co.ke — A business management platform for beauty & wellness
- 🌍 Built cross-border fintech apps used in Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria & Uganda
- 🔒 Designed secure APIs with JWT, OAuth2, and advanced rate limiting
- 💡 Open-source contributor to blockchain, LMS, and healthcare projects
- Commnunity facilitator - Pamoja Community link
- 📫 Let's Connect
- 📂 Portfolio
- 📝 Resume
- 💬 Email me at: dickensjuma13@gmail.com
🔗 LinkedIn | GitHub | Medium |
- 🎯 Fun Facts
- 🧠 Currently learning: Python, DevOps, system design
- 🍽 Favorite food: Chapati
- 🤝 Always open to remote backend/full-stack roles, collaborations, or mentorship
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