SKILLS
HTML .NET C# ASP .NET Blazor JavaScript CSS React Docker NodeJS ExpressJS Firebase (NoSQL) Bootstrap Git SQL, PostgreSQL GitHub Visual Studio Code
Testing and debugging
Teamwork and Collaboration
Attention to Detail
API Integration
Front-end Frameworks
Agile environments
Javascript
API Design and Development
Agile
GitHub collaboration
Overseeing Daily Activities
Team Check-Ins Problem-Solving
EXPERIENCE
Web Development Intern @ Momentum
March - May 2024
Developed API endpoints using ASP.NET Web API for efficient data communication
Used Blazor and Telerik UI components for visually appealing interfaces and CRUD operations
Utilized GitLab for version control and Azure for project orchestration Relied on Microsoft SQL Server for data storage and retrieval
Gained hands-on knowledge of ASP.NET Web API, Blazor, Telerik UI, GitLab, Azure, and Microsoft SQL Server during the internship Proofread technical documentation and user manuals Shadowed team members to learn new tasks and how to appropriately handle technical issues Enhanced application functionality by implementing new features and fixing bugs in existing code.
Web Development Team Lead @ Umuzi
December 2023 - February 2024
Build supportive individual relationships with learners in the programs. Coach learners on professional behaviour and communication skills. Run agile meetings, including stand-ups, sprint planning, mid-sprint checkins, and retrospectives. Assist learners in overcoming blockers in their educational journey.
Create an environment where learners work together, share knowledge, and foster a sense of teamwork and agile best practices.
Communicate with the Learner Journey Manager and Learner Journey Coach regarding learner progress, attendance, issues, and interventions. Track learner progress and ensure the quality of learner data
Web Development Learner @ Umuzi
May 2023 - May 2024
Collaborated with project managers and development team to brainstorm new ideas Studied user requirements to gain strong understanding of project initiatives and deadlines Wrote custom HTML and JavaScript for existing websites Prioritized and problem-solved several tasks concurrently with minimum supervision Shadowed developers to learn key details about job duties and tasks Attended development programs to gain competencies and boost skills set Learned new emerging technologies and took initiative to offer technical direction and creative solutions.
Junior Web Developer @ Infuse Media
April 2022 - August 2022
Modify templates in the constructor
Design landing pages using templates
Draw banners
Edit and improve existing email templates - newsletters (text, pictures, buttons)
Create new email templates Built website interfaces with HTML and CSS.
Field Service Engineer 1 @ Gijima
January 2016 - March 2022
Provide end user support by resolving logged incidents
Scheduled service calls according to customer location and urgency of need
Repaired and calibrated systems and equipment post-installation Identify potential risks and report them to the Team Lead for preventative maintenance
Deliver excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude Resolve incidents within the agreed SLA
Follow compliance with pending rules Ensure accurate data capture in the incident/task management system
Ask targeted questions and guide users through simple, step-by-step instructions
Conduct remote troubleshooting and test alternative pathways to resolve issues Test computer systems to ensure proper functioning Adhere to corporate policies and directives Follow client checklist/SOP to ensure compliance Close tasks and incidents in the incident/task management system
Comply with company and client processes and policies
Tested equipment performance and demonstrated operation and servicing of equipment to customer.
QUALIFICATION
National Certificate: Information Technology (Systems Development) - NQF5
May 2024
Diploma: Information Technology
2021 - 2022 (Incomplete)
Tulbagh High School
National Senior Certificate
2014
Certifications
Responsive Web Design
Introduction to Front-End Development JavaScript Algorithms and Data Structures
ABOUT ME
‘’I am Xavier, an aspiring Web Developer with a passion for programming. I enjoy the fast-paced and challenging environment of the tech industry, and I look forward to being part of pioneering teams’’