Nardos Mesfin

Nardos Mesfin Shashamane, Oromia Ethiopia ‡ github | linkedin | -| Ó - | Œ Portfolio Website Summary Full Stack Developer with over 1 year of experience designing and delivering Laravel-based web applications for real clients. Specialized in building academic systems, eCommerce platforms, and AI-powered applications using the Gemini API. Focused on clean UI, secure backend logic, and practical, real-world solutions. Education Hawassa University 2019 - 2023 Bachelors of Science in Computer Science Experience Full Stack Developer | Freelance Sept 2023 - Present • Independently designed, developed, and deployed three full-scale web applications for real clients — including a college Student Information System, a multi-vendor eCommerce platform with built-in social networking features, and a Beneficiary Management System. • Solely managed end-to-end development: defined system architecture, built front-end and back-end, implemented authentication, and designed the database schema. • Built responsive and scalable applications using Laravel, JavaScript, CSS, Tailwind CSS, HTML5, Bootstrap, jQuery, AJAX, and MySQL. Client Projects Ethiopia Adventist College SIS Portal Nov 2023 - Jul 2024 Laravel, Bootstrap, CSS, HTML5, JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, MySQL • Built and deployed a full academic management system used by faculty, finance, and 500+ students. • Implemented 9+ role-based logins, two-factor authentication, and secure academic workflows. • Delivered automatic GPA/CGPA calculation, transcript generation, internal messaging, and audit logs. AdmireAll eCommerce Platform Nov 2023 - Jun 2024 Laravel, Bootstrap, CSS, HTML5, Tailwind CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, MySQL • Built a multi-vendor eCommerce system with social networking features. • Integrated secure payment gateways (PayPal, Stripe) and a chat system between users. • Implemented admin controls to manage vendors, site content, and user engagement. Beneficiary Management System (BMS) Sept 2023 Laravel, Bootstrap, CSS, HTML5, JavaScript, MySQL • Designed and built a centralized platform for managing beneficiaries, staff, and donations across multiple branches. • Included branch-based access control, real-time progress tracking, and visual reporting. • Added features like donation logs, event tracking, and a public form to report missing persons. Personal Projects Botanist AI Mar 2025 Laravel, Gemini API, CSS, HTML5, JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, MySQL • Developed a plant identification app powered by AI to classify plants as medicinal, poisonous, or safe. • Integrated with Google Gemini API to process images and provide actionable insights. • Designed with a magical, modern UI using parallax effects and responsive layouts. AI Academic Recovery System Laravel, Gemini API, CSS, HTML5, JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, MySQL • Tool for recovering lost academic records using manual entry and AI-enhanced extraction. • Utilized scanned mark sheets and verification logic to ensure data accuracy. • Included automatic GPA/CGPA calculation and student transcript generation. Certifications • • • • Simplilearn Simplilearn Simplilearn Simplilearn Git Training Introduction to Generative AI Introduction to Prompt Engineering Project Management 101 Skills and Interests Backend: PHP, Laravel, MySQL, API Integration Frontend: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, Tailwind CSS, Bootstrap 5 AI/ML: Google Gemini API, Prompt Engineering DevOps & Tools: Git, GitHub, CI/CD Soft Skills: Client Requirements Analysis, Communication, Teamwork, Problem-solving Design: Generative AI (Logo Design) May 2025