Hi, I’m Michael Munavu
I’m a software developer based in Nairobi, Kenya. I specialize in creating beautiful, user-friendly websites and applications that help businesses grow. With over 5 years of experience in the industry, I have a proven track record of delivering high-quality work on time and within budget.
About me
I love building products to solve problems , I have pitched startups in Kenya , Nigeria , Morocco , Belgium and France . I am currently working on building AI customer care support agents with Callwisely AI
My story
I started off 5 years ago going to hackathons which helped me build my skills and network with other developers. I have worked on various projects, from small websites to large-scale applications. I am passionate about technology and love learning new things. I am always looking for new challenges
My skills
Full-Stack Development
Building complete web applications from database to user interface with cutting-edge technologies
Backend Development
Scalable server-side solutions with Elixir and Phoenix that handle millions of users daily
Frontend Development
Responsive interactive user interfaces with React and modern development frameworks
AI Applications
Intelligent applications that leverage AI to enhance user experiences and streamline business processes
API Development
Robust APIs and integrations that connect systems and enable efficient data management
Tech Consulting
Strategic technical guidance to optimize your stack and scale operations more efficiently
Performance Optimization
Speed up your applications and improve user experience with advanced optimization methods
Tech Content Creation
Engaging technical content and tutorials that build your brand and establish thought leadership
MVP Development
Rapid prototype development to validate your ideas and get to market ahead of your competition
Database Design
Efficient data architecture that scales with your business and ensures maximum system performance
Real-Time Applications
Live interactive applications with Phoenix LiveView that engage users and deliver real-time updates
Developer Mentorship
Accelerate your team's growth with guidance from a hackathon winner and recognized industry expert
My career
Resume
I have worked in various industries building technology that has real impact on people.
DockYard, Inc.
Building production-grade products with Elixir and Phoenix LiveView while contributing to full-stack delivery, code reviews, and engineering best practices in a globally distributed team.
Prosp3r Ltd
Designed and scaled an interactive mentorship and job search platform for the Elixir, Erlang, and Clojure community, owning key decisions from architecture through deployment.
GS1 Kenya
Leading Vumbuzi AI and a cross-functional engineering team delivering production AI platforms and internal tools for GS1 members, including CallWisely and AI-powered assessment and healthcare systems.
CallWisely
Callwisely helps businesses transform their customer care with AI . We provide FREE customised AI chatbots for a businesses and allow businesses to build customer care agents to handle phone calls , so they never miss a call.
Virgil
Delivered custom enterprise software across global markets using Elixir and Phoenix LiveView, including fault-tolerant services, background processing, and real-time interfaces.
African Management Institute
I worked on building features for their learning management platform using elixir and phoenix live view impacting over 100,000 Businesses in Africa.
Podii HQ
At Podii HQ, I worked on innovative management solutions for the agriculture and education sectors using Elixir and Phoenix LiveView. I was involved in creating scalable systems tailored for sector-specific needs, enhancing operational efficiency and user experience.
GS1
Built scalable ERP services and barcode-processing pipelines with Elixir/OTP, and supported production infrastructure across AWS, Docker, and DigitalOcean.
Amaris Digital Solutions
As a Full Stack Engineer at Amaris, my main responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining innovative systems using Ruby and React. I focus on building scalable, efficient, and reliable backend systems, as well as creating intuitive user interfaces and front-end components.
Uamuzi
Led the engineering of a real-time platform connecting citizens with government, using Phoenix LiveView, distributed Elixir, Broadway, Oban, and OTP.
Education
I have been trained from the top bootcamps locally and globally.
B.S in Telecommunications and Information Engineering
Software Development Certificate
Full Stack Software Engineering Certificate
View Some of my work
