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Valentin HIRWA

Software Developer & Full-Stack Engineer

Building robust, scalable, and user-centric web and mobile applications. Specialized in full-stack development, database design, and modern software architecture.

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About Me

Software Developer & Full-Stack Engineer

4+ years experience in software development, backend engineering, and full-stack application development. Led projects from concept to deployment, including bus reservation systems and government platforms.

Core strengths: Node.js, React, Next.js, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Spring Boot, and modern software architecture. Passionate about building clean, maintainable code and solving complex technical challenges.

Currently specializing in full-stack development at BTR RWAMIKO TSS, working with modern frameworks and best practices to create impactful digital solutions.

4+ Years Experience

Education

Primary School

GS GAFUMBA

Huye District, Rwanda

P1 - P6

Completed primary education with excellence
Strong foundation in sciences and mathematics

Ordinary Level Certificate

GS KAGARAMA

Nyaruguru District, Rwanda

⏰ 2021 - 2023

Achievements

Network Administration & Infrastructure Management
Cybersecurity Fundamentals & SOC Analysis
Network Engineering & Packet Analysis
Software Engineering & System Design
Competitive Programming
AI & Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Project Management & Team Leadership

A'Level (Upper Secondary)

BTR RWAMIKO TSS

Nyaruguru District, Rwanda

Current - Software Development

Specializing in Software Development
Full-stack web development with React and Node.js
Database design and management with MySQL and MongoDB
Modern software architecture and best practices

Experience

Project Lead & Full-Stack Developer

2024

Bus Reservation System Project

Led team of 4 developers for bus reservation system development
Implemented modern frontend architecture with React and Tailwind CSS
Developed backend services with Node.js and MongoDB
Integrated payment gateway and real-time seat booking

Team Lead & Backend Engineer

2024

CCM - MINALOC/MINIJUST

Designed and implemented MongoDB Atlas backend architecture
Built secure RESTful APIs with Spring Boot framework
Implemented JWT authentication and role-based access control

Backend API Developer

2024

BTR RWAMIKO TSS - Parents' Day Presentation

Developed backend API system for school presentation event
Built RESTful API to display student achievements and school data
Integrated real-time data display for parents during the ceremony
Ensured smooth presentation flow with responsive API endpoints

Skills

Technologies and tools I use to build modern applications

Frontend Development

ReactNext.jsTypeScriptTailwind CSSHTML5/CSS3Redux

Backend Development

Node.jsExpress.jsSpring BootRESTful APIsGraphQL

Database Technologies

MongoDBMySQLPostgreSQLFirebase

DevOps & Tools

Git/GitHubCI/CDDockerNetlifyVercel

Mobile Development

React NativeExpoPWA

Programming Languages

JavaScriptTypeScriptPythonJavaSQL

Featured Projects

A collection of projects that showcase my skills and experience in software development

Full-Stack Application

Bus Reservation System

A comprehensive bus ticketing and reservation platform with real-time seat selection, payment integration, trip scheduling, and user management. Built with React, Node.js, and MongoDB.

ReactNode.jsMongoDBExpressJWT

Live Demo Source Code

Government & Mobile Tech

Community Complaint Mechanisms (CCM)

Secure and scalable platform developed with MINALOC and MINIJUST for citizens to submit complaints and track resolution progress.

Spring BootMongoDBReact Native

Platform Demo View Code

E-Learning Platform

EduConnect - Online Learning Platform

Comprehensive LMS for educational institutions with course creation, student enrollment, video lectures, quizzes, and grade tracking.

ReactNode.jsMongoDBExpress

Live Demo Repository

Certificates

Full-Stack Web Development

Services

Professional services I offer to help bring your ideas to life

Web Application Development

Custom web apps with React, Next.js, and modern frameworks. Responsive, fast, and user-friendly interfaces.

ReactNext.jsTailwind

Backend API Development

RESTful and GraphQL APIs with Node.js, Express, and Spring Boot. Secure, scalable, and well-documented endpoints.

Node.jsExpressSpring Boot

Mobile App Development

Cross-platform apps with React Native and Expo. One codebase for iOS and Android with native performance.

React NativeExpoFirebase

Database Design & Management

Efficient database architecture with MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and MySQL. Optimization and data modeling expertise.

MongoDBPostgreSQLMySQL

API Integration & Development

Seamless integration with third-party APIs, payment gateways, and external services. REST and GraphQL expertise.

REST APIGraphQLWebhooks

DevOps & Cloud Deployment

CI/CD pipeline setup, cloud deployment with AWS, Vercel, Netlify, and containerization with Docker.

DockerAWSCI/CD

Testimonials

What people say about working with me

"Valentin developed an exceptional backend API system for our Parents' Day presentation at BTR RWAMIKO TSS. The API smoothly displayed student achievements and school data in real-time, impressing all parents and staff."

BTR RWAMIKO TSS

School Administration - Parents' Day 2024

★★★★★

"Excellent software development skills and attention to detail. Valentin delivered a high-quality bus reservation system that exceeded our expectations."

DUFITIMANA Remy Bonheur

Senior Software Engineer

★★★★★

"Valentin's backend development skills are exceptional. He built a robust and scalable bus booking system that handles thousands of users efficiently."

BIZIMANA Jean Paul

CTO, TechRwanda

★★★★★