Opaks Byron
@opaksbyron
I build React and TypeScript interfaces for production open-source collaboration platforms.
UgandaWhat I'm looking for
I've contributed React and TypeScript improvements to Mattermost and Rocket.Chat, two leading open-source team-chat platforms. Across 14 pull requests, I've shipped features, bug fixes, and documentation.
At Mattermost, I added HCL and Terraform syntax highlighting, built an online-only Channel Members filter, and improved markdown list continuation. I've also reworked send-DM flows and fixed rendering issues involving emoticons, hashtags, mentions, and KaTeX chemistry macros.
At Rocket.Chat, I've fixed message previews and thread-sidebar behavior while improving avatar editor state handling. I'm seeking a full-time frontend or full-stack role where I can keep shipping reliable user-facing product improvements.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Frontend Software Developer
Contributed to the open-source team-chat platform Mattermost, adding HCL/Terraform syntax highlighting, a show online only filter, and markdown list auto-continuation. Fixed message-rendering bugs and improved the send-DM flow.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ISBAT University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, currently in the third year.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
UgandaAuthorized to work in
Portfolio
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