Lucky Okpaka
@luckyokpaka
Full-stack developer and tech educator delivering scalable web applications and mentorship.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a passionate full-stack developer and tech educator with 4+ years building scalable web applications and digital solutions for startups and individual clients. I have delivered 20+ production-ready applications and mentored 50+ students, combining hands-on development with clear technical communication.
My work spans Python-based predictive systems using tkinter, Selenium, and scikit-learn, mobile apps built with Flutter serving 5,000+ users, and web platforms using ASP.NET Core, MySQL/PostgreSQL, and PHP. I prioritize user-focused solutions, automation, and knowledge sharing through workshops and 1:1 coaching.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Skyward Crash Advisor
Personal Project
Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)
Developed a Python-based predictive analytics tool for crash betting, building a Random Forest pipeline that achieved R² > 0.7 and automating data collection across 1000+ rounds while providing a real-time GUI for recommendations.
Junior Software Developer Intern
Research In Motion
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 9 months)
Assisted in full-stack development by implementing features and fixing bugs, and supported debugging and performance optimization across frontend and backend systems to improve application stability.
IT Consultant And Web Developer Training
Compufit System Pty Ltd
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 9 months)
Integrated databases with payroll and admissions, reducing operational costs by 12% and improving employee data access; provided IT support and system administration during the training program.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
BUBrigham Young University
Bachelor of Science, Software Development
Activities and societies: Certificates: PC101B, PC102B, PC103B; Python development
Bachelor of Science in Software Development with certificates in PC101B, PC102B, PC103B and Python development, expected in 2027.
IIInstitute of Commercial Management (ICM)
Diploma, Professional Computing & Information Processing
Diploma in Professional Computing & Information Processing completed in 2019.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
EswatiniWebsite
okpaka.github.ioPortfolio
okpaka.github.ioSocial media
Job categories
Skills
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