James Abiolla
@jamesabiolla
Python developer at FLIPS Intel who built weather and geospatial REST APIs and improved API response time by 25%.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
At FLIPS Intel, I build Python RESTful APIs for live weather and geospatial data, improving how mapping and analytics features retrieve information. I also delivered React and TypeScript dashboards for flood-impact prediction, contributing to a 30% increase in user engagement.
Through my work on Chessmosis, I built a full-stack chess learning platform with real-time classroom and gameplay workflows, and deployed its backend on AWS EC2. As a Software Engineering Tutor at Common Wealth College, I trained over 400 students in Python, JavaScript, web development, and RESTful API design.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Software Developer
FLIPS Intel
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 9 months)
Built Python RESTful APIs for live weather and geospatial data, improving data access and retrieval workflows. Delivered React and TypeScript dashboards for flood-impact prediction, contributing to a 30% increase in user engagement.
Software Engineering Tutor
Common Wealth College
Feb 2023 - Apr 2025 (2 years 2 months)
Trained over 400 students in Python, JavaScript, MySQL, web development, and RESTful API design. Created coding exercises and projects to reinforce API design, debugging, testing, and clean code.
Information Technology Intern
NHIF
Jan 2022 - Dec 2022 (11 months)
Restored connectivity, application, and hardware services in a regulated healthcare environment. Processed and validated hospital insurance claims with high accuracy while maintaining compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Maseno University
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
2019 - 2023
Pursued a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, gaining a strong foundation in software development and IT systems.
ALX Africa
Software Engineering Program, Software Engineering
Completed a Software Engineering program, enhancing practical skills in software development and engineering principles.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
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