Mthokozisi Mbuyene
Software Developer, UI UX Designer
As a developer and UX designer, I build elegant, scalable applications with intuitive interfaces so users enjoy seamless journeys while your product performs flawlessly.
I'm a motivated ICT student building modern web and mobile apps with a dual lens as a full-stack developer and UI/UX designer. I leverage React.js and Next.js to craft scalable, interactive web applications, using component-based architectures, hooks, and responsive design for seamless UX. On mobile, I develop clean, efficient Android applications using Kotlin, often with Jetpack Compose for declarative UI and streamlined design. My workflow bridges clean, maintainable code with intuitive interfaces ensuring every project is not only functional, but also a joy for users to engage with.
Looking ahead, I aim to develop strong expertise in cybersecurity and data analytics, with a focus on securing digital systems and transforming data into actionable insights. By building skills in areas such as information security, threat detection, data analysis, and visualization, I seek to contribute to the development of secure, data-driven solutions. This path will allow me to support informed decision-making, strengthen digital resilience, and grow as a technology professional in an increasingly data- and security-focused world.
Mission
To design and build elegant, user-centric web and mobile applications
Vision
To become a full-stack innovator who elevates user experiences through seamless code–design integration
Values
I prioritize understanding user needs and crafting experiences that resonate.
What my colleagues say
"During team stand-ups, his strong Next.js expertise is clear, but what truly impresses is his ability to listen to user problems and turn them into elegant, enjoyable web apps."
Makhosi Thabethe
Tools & Technologies
My Latest Projects
Lost & Found website in Figma
UMP co-curricular activities
Passwords Saver App
E-commerce Platform
UMP co-curricular activities
Student Life Balance Tracker
Education & Certifications
Diploma In Information and Communication Technology In Application Development
2023 - Present
I am a third year doing diploma in ICT at UMP, I got hands on experience by completing most of coursework by building web apps with React/Next.js, mobile apps in Kotlin and React Native. I also undertook work integrated learning in Year 3 and gained practical skills in Git, professional communication.
UI/UX Design certification
Feb 2025 - April 2025
Earned through Codecademy's "Introduction to UI and UX Design" course, this certification taught me the fundamentals of designing intuitive, accessible digital experiences especially for web and mobile platforms.
CHPC & NITheCS Coding Summer School
26 Jan 2026 - 6 Feb 2026
Completed an intensive coding summer programme hosted by the Centre for High Performance Computing (CHPC) and the National Institute for Theoretical and Computational Science (NITheCS), focused on data science, machine learning, and computational thinking. The programme included hands-on training in Python, data analysis, visualization, and real-world problem-solving using data-driven approaches.
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