Michael Wakeford
@michaelwakeford
I build AI-driven and full-stack software solutions from research to deployment.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I'm completing an MSc in Engineering Sciences with Computer and Electronic Engineering while researching solar wind coupling functions using Kolmogorov-Arnold Networks, AI, Python, and space physics.
For PukFM Radio Station, I led the full mobile application development lifecycle from concept through deployment, defining scope, milestones, testing, UAT, and beta releases around business and user needs.
I've also built a full-stack Flutter application for Android, Windows, and web, supported by a FastAPI and Python REST API, PostgreSQL, Linux, Firebase Cloud Messaging, and GitHub Actions CI/CD. The application integrates Google Earth Engine and Open-Meteo APIs for spatial and predictive weather data.
Alongside development, I've mentored, supported, and assessed third-year students, and gained cybersecurity exposure through job shadowing at Altron. I'm motivated to apply AI, decision support systems, and software engineering to practical, ethical solutions that improve efficiency and security.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Mentor
North-West University
Jul 2024 - Dec 2024 (5 months)
Provided guidance and support to third-year students in project management courses, enhancing their understanding of project lifecycle, methodologies, and best practices. Conducted one-on-one mentoring sessions and facilitated group workshops to promote collaborative learning.
Education
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North-West University
Bachelor of Science Honours, Computer Science and Information Technology
Completed a Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science and Information Technology, including a research project on emotion detection for smart home assistants.
North-West University
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, building a strong foundation in programming, databases, and software engineering.
Diamantveld High School
National Senior Certificate, General
Completed the National Senior Certificate (Matric) in 2020.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
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South AfricaAuthorized to work in
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