Software Development Engineer specializing in scalable web platforms and cloud automation. Delivered production solutions to 20K+ users, accelerated releases by 20%, and reduced query latency by 30% by pairing microservice architectures with Python (Django), React, and AWS. Currently pursuing an MS in Computer Science while applying AI/ML and DevOps rigor to craft resilient, user-centric experiences.
About Me
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Web Development
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Cloud Infrastructure (AWS)
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API Development
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DevOps & CI/CD
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Applied AI
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Unity Simulations
My Projects
Indoor AI Navigation Agent
In Progress
Developing an intelligent indoor navigation system using AI algorithms and Unity game engine, enabling autonomous agents to navigate complex indoor environments with dynamic obstacle avoidance.
Implementing pathfinding algorithms and machine learning models to optimize navigation routes, reducing search time by 40% compared to traditional methods.
Unity, C#, AI/ML, Pathfinding Algorithms, Machine Learning
→CertEasy
Completed
Built an AI-powered certification prep platform that helps learners master complex subjects through interactive tools, personalized study plans, flashcards, quizzes, and collaborative learning rooms.
Developed with Django and REST APIs, integrating Stripe-based subscriptions, Google OAuth, and intelligent AI recommendations to drive user engagement and improve learning performance.
Django, REST APIs, Alpine.js, Tailwind CSS, Stripe, Google OAuth, PostgreSQL, AI/ML
→ML Microservice
Completed
Operationalized a Machine Learning Microservice API using a pre-trained sklearn model for predicting Boston housing prices. The Flask-based API serves predictions through REST endpoints and demonstrates production-ready ML deployment.
Containerized the application with Docker, deployed it using Kubernetes for automated container orchestration, and integrated CircleCI for continuous integration and testing. The microservice architecture enables scalable ML inference in production environments.
Python, Flask, scikit-learn, Docker, Kubernetes, CircleCI, REST API, Machine Learning
→Ticketing System
Completed
Developed a custom web-based help desk and ticketing solution for managing technical support requests, featuring a user-friendly portal for ticket submission and a comprehensive admin dashboard with analytics charts.
Implemented ticket categorization, user identification via Student/Staff ID, automated email notifications, and a robust admin interface for tracking, filtering, and resolving support tickets efficiently.
Django, Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQLite/PostgreSQL, Git
→Samaritan: Real-Time Chat App
Completed
Built Samaritan, a chat web application designed to connect people who need help with those willing to provide assistance. Features real-time messaging, secure user authentication, and seamless client-side routing for a smooth user experience.
Implemented Firebase integration for real-time data synchronization and authentication, using React Router for SPA navigation and UUID for unique identifier generation. The platform facilitates direct interaction between users seeking and offering support.
React, Firebase, react-router-dom, SASS, UUID, npm, Yarn
→IMS-UITS: Inventory Management System
Completed
Developed a comprehensive web-based Inventory Management System to track, manage, and report on technical assets, equipment, and consumables. Features detailed asset tracking, stock management with minimum level alerts, and issuance/return tracking.
Built with a Python backend and dynamic JavaScript frontend, the system provides real-time visibility into asset locations and statuses, generates reports on stock levels and asset depreciation, and includes secure user authentication for staff access control.
Python, Django/Flask, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Database
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Excelsa Lodge Hotel Website
Completed
Developed a comprehensive hotel booking website for Excelsa Lodge Hotel located in Adarko Jachie, Kumasi, Ghana. Features an interactive booking system with check-in/check-out functionality, room selection, and guest management.
Built with modern web technologies, the platform showcases room types (Standard Single, Double, Executive Gold/Silver, Deluxe, Twin, Family), hotel services (Wi-Fi, Restaurant, Room Service, Laundry, DSTV, Bar), customer reviews, and contact information for seamless guest experience.
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Web Development, Booking System
→My Technical Expertise
I possess strong skills in various development and programming technologies, consistently striving to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions.
Python (Django, Flask)95%
JavaScript / React90%
Git & GitHub96%
Java / JavaFX86%
C/C++90%
C# / Unity88%
SQL (Postgres, MySQL)90%
AWS / Cloud DevOps85%
AI/ML (PyTorch, NLP)80%
Work Experience
Oct 2021 – Dec 2024
Senior ICT Assistant (Software Development Engineer)
University Information Technology Services - Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (UITS-KNUST)
Kumasi, Ghana
- Developed and deployed scalable web applications for 20K+ students using Python (Django) and React, reducing feature deployment time by 20% via modular design.
- Worked on the backend and database of Transcript Request System that is used by thousands of students and alumni.
- Optimized SQL queries with indexing and caching, cutting execution time by 30% for high-traffic systems, enhancing application speed and scalability.
- Automated CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, enabling 50% faster release cycles for critical university applications in a fast-paced environment.
- Spearheaded migration from monolithic to microservices architecture, significantly improving system scalability and reducing server costs by 15%.
Aug 2023 – Nov 2023
Software Developer Intern
EXRX.NET (Remote) – Fitness Tech Startup
Remote
- Built and debugged Flutter-based fitness apps and PHP Laravel backend services powering personalized workout experiences for thousands of users.
- Wrote automated test suites covering critical backend logic, reducing post-release bugs by 40%.
- Participated in weekly code reviews with senior developers, providing peer feedback and improving team code quality by 30%.
Aug 2020 – Sep 2021
User Support Engineer
University Information Technology Services - Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (UITS-KNUST)
Kumasi, Ghana
- Provided comprehensive technical support to over 500 university students and staff, diagnosing and resolving software, hardware, and network connectivity issues.
- Managed and maintained 2+ computer labs, including hardware installation, software deployment, and network configuration.
- Documented troubleshooting procedures and common solutions, contributing to a knowledge base that enhanced self-service options.
- Collaborated with development teams to escalate complex technical issues and provide user feedback.
My Education
Jan 2025 – Dec 2026
MS. Computer Science
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT, USA
Grade: 4.0/4.0
Concentration in AI/ML, distributed systems, and secure software engineering with advanced coursework in Python, Java, C++, Objective-C, Linux, and applied research across AI search, reinforcement learning, and distributed databases.
Dec 2023 – Sep 2024
Associate Python Developer
DataCamp
Completed DataCamp's Associate Python Developer track covering Python fundamentals, data structures, control flow, functional programming, OOP, and regular expressions with extensive hands-on labs.
Skills: Lambda Expressions · OOP · Regular Expressions · Python Toolbox
Feb 2022 – May 2023
Software Engineering
ALX
Intensive full-stack engineering program building production-grade apps (e.g., Samaritan chat platform) with C, Python, JavaScript, React, and Git-based workflows.
Skills: Python · JavaScript · React.js · Databases · Git/GitHub
May 2022 – Aug 2022
Nanodegree Program, Cloud DevOps Engineer
Udacity
Delivered AWS DevOps projects including static site deployments, HA architectures with CloudFormation, automated CI/CD pipelines, and containerized ML microservices.
Skills: AWS · CloudFormation · Docker · Kubernetes · GitOps · CircleCI
Open to internships, open-source, and project collaborations
Latest Updates & Achievements
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HACKERRANK: Software Engineer
By HACKERRANK Nov 2025
→Earned the HackerRank Software Engineer certification, demonstrating strong proficiency in problem-solving, data structures, algorithms, and software engineering fundamentals. This certification validates technical coding skills and the ability to solve complex programming challenges efficiently. Certificate ID: c08f0f8b4ae3
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Earned the NVIDIA certification for Building LLM Applications With Prompt Engineering. This credential demonstrates expertise in developing and optimizing Large Language Model applications using advanced prompt engineering techniques. Certificate ID: r2RdabfGSrSQaWLaGiyumQ
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Achieved Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2025 Certified Foundations Associate certification, validating fundamental knowledge of public cloud services provided by Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). This certification demonstrates understanding of core OCI services including Compute, Storage, Networking, Database, Developer, Analytics, AI, Observability and Hybrid services. Expires July 10, 2027.
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AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
By AWS Oct 2024
→Successfully obtained the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification, demonstrating foundational knowledge of AWS cloud services, architecture, security, and economics. This certification expires in October 2027. Skills: Cloud Computing, AWS CLI, AWS IAM.
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DataCamp: Associate Python Developer
By DATACAMP Sep 2024
→Earned the DataCamp Associate Python Developer certification, completing comprehensive training in Python fundamentals, data types, object-oriented programming, regular expressions, and shell scripting. This track certification demonstrates proficiency in Python Toolbox, OOP, Data Structures, Regular Expressions, and Shell scripting.
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DataCamp: Working with the OpenAI API
By DATACAMP Jul 2023
→Completed the DataCamp Working with the OpenAI API course, learning how to integrate and utilize OpenAI's API for building AI-powered applications. This course covers API authentication, making requests, handling responses, and implementing OpenAI services in Python applications.
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ALX: Certified Software Engineer
By HOLBERTON & ALX Nov 2023
→Completed the ALX Software Engineering certification program (Short Specializations), demonstrating proficiency in software engineering practices. This comprehensive program covered modern software development methodologies, best practices, and industry-standard tools and techniques. Awarded on 29th November 2023.
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ALX-T: Cloud DevOps Engineer Nanodegree
By UDACITY Aug 2022
→Completed the ALX-T Cloud DevOps Engineer Nanodegree program from Udacity, demonstrating expertise in deploying and managing applications on AWS infrastructure. This certification validates skills in cloud architecture, CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and infrastructure as code. Certificate ID: V3GHWCAU
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Completed the Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design course, covering user research, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing best practices.
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UMich: Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python)
By University of Michigan | Coursera Mar 2021
→Completed Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python), mastering Python basics, control structures, and scripting fundamentals. Credential ID: DSJLUFS9NXJL
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Technical Support Fundamentals
By Google | Coursera Mar 2021
→Earned the Technical Support Fundamentals certificate, covering troubleshooting, customer support processes, networking basics, and system administration foundations. Credential ID: M5L9BN3YP87V
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Completed The Bits and Bytes of Computer Networking, learning networking layers, protocols, and troubleshooting methodologies for modern IT environments. Credential ID: RXAAZYUDT8SL
Get in Touch
Feel free to reach out to me through the form below, or connect via my contact details. I'm available for discussions regarding new projects, collaborations, or any inquiries.
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Address:Connecticut, USA
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GitHub:github.com/magma4
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LinkedIn:linkedin.com/in/raymond-frimpong
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