MARIA NAMATA
@marianamata
I build responsive web and mobile applications with React, Next.js, TypeScript, and React Native.
UgandaWhat I'm looking for
I've built and optimized web and mobile products for Afriven, Optical Communication Networks, and client businesses in Uganda. My work spans React, Next.js, React Native, TypeScript, and API-driven front-end features.
At Afriven, I worked on Afriven.com across its mobile app and e-commerce platform, integrated APIs and push notifications, and collaborated with backend developers using Node.js and Express REST APIs.
For Optical Communication Networks, I developed and maintained a React single-page application, improving performance and SEO. I also led front-end work for School Wallet, translating Figma designs into an API-integrated mobile money experience.
I've independently delivered production websites from concept and Figma handoff through deployment, including work focused on UI/UX, accessibility, and SEO. I'm self-taught, certified in AI fundamentals, and continue building side projects such as a weather app and an IMDB-style movie database clone.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Front-End Developer
Jan 2024 - Feb 2026 (2 years 1 month)
Developed and maintained the company's React-based single-page application website, improving performance and SEO. Led front-end development for the School Wallet Web Project, implementing Figma designs and integrating API-driven mobile money services. Managed and optimized Pals Legacy Junior School's website, implementing SEO and improving UX and accessibility. Designed and built static and dynam
Freelance Front-End Developer
Optical Communication Networks
Jan 2024 - Feb 2026 (2 years 1 month)
Developed and maintained the company's React-based single-page application website, improving performance and SEO. Led front-end development for the School Wallet Web Project, implementing Figma designs and integrating API-driven mobile money services.
Built and optimized Afriven.com, covering both the mobile app and e-commerce platform, using React Native, Next.js, React, and Tailwind CSS. Integrated APIs and push notifications to increase user engagement. Collaborated closely with backend developers, integrating their Node.js/Express REST APIs into front-end features across the platform. Delivered multiple side projects, including a weather ap
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Self taught and online courses
Computer Programming
Makerere University
Bachelor of Science, Cytotechnology/Cytotechnologist
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
UgandaAuthorized to work in
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