Siaw A. Nicholas
Full Stack Web Developer
Delawin Avenue
Tema, Accra
--Siaw Nicholas - Software
Engineer
https://github.com/ayequill
EXPERIENCE
SKILLS
TouchStack Technologies, Osu - Lead Software Engineer
JavaScript
2024 - Present
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Head up a team of frontend developers working on React and
Next.js projects
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Build SaaS platforms for various clients, handling both
Python
PHP - Laravel
React/NextJs
frontend and backend work
NestJs
Manage the team's workload by assigning tickets and
Express.js
reviewing code
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TypeScript
Improved our frontend design and performance across
Flask
projects
Jest
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Set up secure HTTPS connections to protect user data
MySQL
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Work closely with clients to plan projects and make key tech
decision
MongoDB
Git
Cagle LTD, Freelance Web Developer
CI (Circle ci)
Project - A WebApp for Cagle LTD to track and manage their
Heroku
resources.
2023
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Deployed the business ERP System to google cloud with
GCP
AWS
NGINX.
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Revamped overall frontend design.
AWARDS
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Terminated SSL certificates to enable secure HTTPS
Participated in the
communication, enhancing data protection and trust for
Chingu Hackathon in
users.
2022 and developed a
Boolean Game with my
ComNet SA, Accra —Data Center Technician
2018 - 2023
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Identified and reported problem devices and replaced
team.
defective parts.
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Moved and installed shelves, power strips, rails, servers,
switches and other equipment.
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Installed and managed structured cabling infrastructure.
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Reviewed network design and set up copper and fiber-optic
LANGUAGES
cabling infrastructures.
English, Twi
Hadric Engineering, Accra — Network Technician
2016 - 2018
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Installed cabling, wireless routers and telephone systems
for data communications networks.
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Configured VoIP Systems
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Supported project planning team to promptly address
hardware and software problems and network
emergencies.
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Identified and immediately resolved issues with network
devices
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION
DataLink University, Tema — Bachelor's Degree
2015 - 2019
Computer Science
ALX School Of Software Engineering, Accra — Associate
Degree
2022 - 2023
Full Stack Engineering
PROJECTS
GamerzHive - A SaaS platform for competitive gaming and betting
Role: Fullstack Engineer - TouchStack Technologies
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Developed a platform where gamers can wager money on matches and earn real cash
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Built user-to-user challenge system for direct competition
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Implemented admin-created tournaments for community-wide engagement
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Constructed the platform using React, Next.js for frontend, and Laravel for backend
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Integrated payment gateway for secure deposits and withdrawals from virtual wallets
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Translated Figma designs into responsive, user-friendly frontend code
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Deployed and managed the web app using AWS Elastic Beanstalk
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Created RESTful APIs and webhooks for seamless data flow and third-party integrations
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Worked full-stack, handling both frontend and backend development tasks
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Ensured platform security and compliance with relevant gaming regulations
ShutterSync - ShutterSync aims to address the need for professional photographers to efficiently share
and collaborate on their work with clients, enhancing client engagement and project management.
Role: Fullstack Engineer -Personal Project
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Developed the backend infrastructure using Express.js, ensuring robustness and scalability.
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Implemented RESTful APIs for efficient communication between the client-side and server-side
components.
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Integrated frontend components using React TypeScript with backend APIs to create a seamless
user experience.
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Leveraged Cloudinary's capabilities to optimize image delivery and ensure high performance.
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Optimized application performance through techniques such as lazy loading, image
compression, and caching.
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Implemented continuous integration and deployment pipelines with CircleCI to automate
testing, build, and deployment processes, ensuring code quality and rapid iteration cycles.
The Best Study Guide - A Sass web app that provides law students with a centralized platform,
streamlining access to key resources for efficient bar exam preparation.
Role: Frontend Engineer - TouchStack Technologies
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Built a centralized platform for efficient bar exam preparation
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Worked as a frontend developer, translating Figma designs into functional code
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Collaborated closely with the backend team to integrate APIs
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Implemented a payment gateway for course subscriptions
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Streamlined access to key resources for law students
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Focused on creating an intuitive and user-friendly interface
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Ensured responsive design for seamless use across devices
