๐ฏ Aspiring Full-Stack Software Engineer | Builder | Tech Explorer
I'm Ntsika โ a passionate self-taught developer currently studying for a Higher Certificate in Web & App Development at CodeSpace. My mission is to become a full-stack software engineer who not only writes code but builds tools and experiences that matter.
Even though I couldnโt finish my degree due to financial limitations, Iโm determined to carve my own path through sheer perseverance, hands-on learning, and consistent improvement.
- React Native & TypeScript
- Backend APIs with Node.js and Express.js
- Databases (MongoDB, SQL)
- 3D Animation with Blender
- Software architecture and deployment fundamentals
Languages & Tools:
JavaScript Python HTML CSS Java SQL Kotlin TypeScript BashScript
Frontend:
React Native Angular Figma THREE.js
Backend & DB:
Node.js Express.js MongoDB
Creative Tools:
Blender (2D/3D Animation) Photo/Video Editing
๐ง More projects and demos coming soon!
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Mood-Based Strain Recommender App (React Native, Express.js, MongoDB)
A mobile app that suggests cannabis strains based on the userโs mood, with geolocation and dispensary info. -
Portfolio Website (HTML, CSS, JS)
A personal portfolio to showcase my journey and projects โ coming soon!
- Learning by building.
- Turning limitations into strengths.
- Diving into new technologies out of curiosity.
- Helping others through content creation โ podcast & tutorials coming soon!
- ๐ Higher Certificate in Web & App Development (In Progress) โ CodeSpace
- ๐งพ Self-taught via freeCodeCamp, Codecademy, YouTube, and docs
- ๐ Currently focused on full-stack tools and real-world problem solving
- English (Fluent)
- Xhosa (Semi-fluent)
- French (Semi-fluent)
- Mandarin (Beginner)
- ๐ Email: ntsikangilane@gmail.com
- ๐ฑ WhatsApp: +27 816 745 941
- ๐ Portfolio
โI may not have a degree (yet), but Iโve got the grind, curiosity, and commitment to grow โ one project at a time.โ
โญ If you're reading this, thank you for stopping by. Letโs build something cool!