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QR-Based Attendance System
Secure Attendance
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QR-Based Attendance System

Systems Architect

Designed a secure, QR-driven attendance infrastructure as a privacy-respecting alternative to biometric systems. Explored blockchain-based tamper-proofing for audit trails, addressing both security and data privacy concerns in institutional settings. Draws on IBM Blockchain Mastery certification.

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Fixtures Engine
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Fixtures Generation Engine

Algorithm Designer

An algorithmic scheduling system that generates sport and event fixture lists from complex constraint sets — teams, venues, time windows, fairness rules. Built for institutional league management with configurable rulesets and conflict resolution.

Institutional Platforms
JKUAT Alumni Online Portal
Production Portal
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JKUAT Alumni Online Portal

Lead Systems Architect · Commissioned

A commissioned, production-grade institutional portal serving thousands of JKUAT alumni across Kenya and the diaspora. Multi-module architecture: CMS, role-based access, clubs management, leagues, alumni directory, reporting and analytics visualisation. Features 2FA, #1 SEO rank, AMP concepts, and REST API integration.

Staqpesa SaaS Platform
SaaS · Finance
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Staqpesa.com

Backend Developer · 3-person team

Cloud-based savings/investment group accounting SaaS platform. As chief backend developer, responsible for secure database communication, client-side and server-side validation, and security hardening against SQL injections, directory traversals, denial of service, and man-in-the-middle attacks.

Pinehouse Franchise Platform
E-Commerce + POS
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Pinehouse Franchise

Full-Stack Engineer · Lead

Comprehensive digital platform for a leading suits-making franchise. Features precision customer measurement capture, online payment processing, POS system integration, automated invoice generation, and email/WhatsApp integration for seamless communication. Built for operational efficiency across in-store and online channels.

Commercial & Web Platforms
Reflex Concepts Website
Agency Platform
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Reflex Concepts Website

Full-Stack Engineer · Reflex Concepts KE

Digital presence for a creative design and branding agency. Features portfolio showcase, integrated inquiry system, and dynamic CMS for easy updates. Provides a sleek, responsive experience that reflects the innovative spirit of the brand.

The Ugandan News Platform
News Platform
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The Ugandan.com

Co-Developer · 2-person team

News and media platform focused on delivering timely updates and insightful stories about Uganda. Responsive design, dynamic CMS, and social media integration. Built using Elementor Pro and SQL — ensuring fast performance and an intuitive user experience across devices.

Toilet Africa Initiative Website
NGO Platform
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Toilet Africa Initiative

Web Developer · Full Platform

Digital platform for an organisation dedicated to improving sanitation across Africa. Features interactive tools for tracking project progress, donation management, and community engagement. Facilitates efficient stakeholder communication and provides real-time updates on sanitation projects.

Media, CMS & Content Systems
Trendsetter Blog CMS
SEO-Ready CMS
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Trendsetter Blog CMS

Architect & Engineer · Trendsetters Inc

Custom-built content management system with SEO optimisation baked into the architecture — structured data schemas, canonical URL management, meta automation, and editorial workflow. A production system with powerful blogging interface empowering bloggers to manage content, customise their site, and engage audiences. Not a WordPress theme.

Trendsetters Inc Official Website
Multisite Platform
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Trendsetters Inc — Official Website

Architect & Developer · Founder

Official website for Trendsetters Inc — a multisite platform with APIs giving functionality to the Blog and Events modules. External sites linked via APIs: Trendsetters Events and Trendsetters Blog. Part of the award-winning digital ecosystem that earned the 2021 Contribution to Innovation & Technology Award.

Maxwell Okumu Portfolio Website
Portfolio · This Site
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Maxwell Okumu — Portfolio v2

Design & Development · Self

This portfolio — a fully custom-built, single-file static site designed for GitHub Pages hosting. Dark systems aesthetic, custom cursor, scroll animations, JSON-LD structured data, semantic HTML5, and zero framework dependencies. Optimised for SEO, performance, and Lighthouse scores.