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max kiana

@maxkiana

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I am a frontend developer specializing in React, Next.js and responsive UI/UX design.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking frontend or web development roles where I can build responsive React/Next.js applications, drive user-centered design, collaborate with creative teams, and grow technically in cloud and UI/UX.

I am a frontend developer with a B.Sc. in Information Systems and Technology and a Diploma in Information Technology. I focus on building responsive, user-centered web applications using React.js, Next.js and Tailwind CSS.

I have delivered scalable solutions for clients in travel and health, including projects like Kiana Safaris and Smart Health Checker, and share selected work at https://thrivy.co.ke/portfolio/. I also provide professional photo editing and retouching using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom to support e-commerce and travel visuals.

I bring a blend of technical frontend skills, practical UI/UX design experience, and networking fundamentals from CCNA coursework. I am committed to client-focused, high-impact solutions delivered with precision, creativity and measurable user engagement improvements.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Freelance Web Developer & Photographer

Self-Employed

Jan 2021 - Jan 2025 (4 years)

Designed and developed responsive web applications for travel and health clients, delivering projects such as Kiana Safaris and Smart Health Checker. Provided professional photo editing and UI/UX design to improve client visuals and engagement.

Next.js JavaScript HTML CSS UI UX Design Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Git

IT Intern (Database & Web)

Africa Nazarene University

Jan 2018 - Jan 2019 (1 year)

Performed database administration and website design, supporting campus systems and internal web projects.

Database Administration Website Design HTML CSS JavaScript SQL SharePoint Git

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

United States International University - Africa

Bachelor of Science, Information Systems and Technology

2020 - 2024

Activities and societies: Built projects including Kiana Safaris and Smart Health Checker; portfolio: https://thrivy.co.ke/portfolio/; freelance web development and photography.

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Technology focusing on frontend development, UI/UX, and web applications.

Africa Nazarene University

Diploma in Information Technology, Information Technology

2018 - 2019

Activities and societies: Interned in database administration and website design; created SharePoint solutions.

Diploma in Information Technology with practical work in database administration, website design, and SharePoint creation.

Cisco Networking Academy

Certificate - CCNA Routing and Switching: Routing and Switching Essentials, Computer Networking

Completed CCNA Routing and Switching: Routing and Switching Essentials course covering routing, switching, VLANs, DHCP, NAT, and ACLs.

Cisco Networking Academy

Certificate - CCNA Routing and Switching: Introduction to Networks, Computer Networking

Completed CCNA Routing and Switching: Introduction to Networks course covering network technologies, IP addressing, router hardware, and basic connectivity.