About
Bio
I'm Tino. An avid techie and software developer based in Cape Town, South Africa. I'm keen on creating software that solves the problems that everyday people have. I have a strong foundation in Computer Science and am always looking to learn new things.
Hobbies
In my free time I enjoy playing the piano, solving the Rubik's cube, playing Table Tennis as well as discovering new places. I'm also a hobby video editor, and a hobby blogger. You can read more about both of those and about me in general on my blog blog.tinomuzambi.com.
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Education
MSc Data Science
University of Cape Town
2024 - 2026
Courses: Data Visualisation · Exploratory Data Analysis · Supervised Learning · Unsupervised Learning · Simulation & Optimisation · Data Science for Industry · Machine Learning. Dissertation: Developing fair and explainable music recommendation systems using path signatures and transformer architectures, with focus on reducing algorithmic bias in content delivery.
BSc Hons Computer Science
University of Cape Town
2021 - 2022
Courses: Artificial Intelligence · Big Data · Analytics · Compilers · Functional Programming · Machine Learning · Network Security · Human Computer Interaction · Big Data · Research and Innovation Honours Project: Collaborated successfully to develop a virtual student advisor platform featuring a personalised dashboard to help students stay on track with their degree. The platform included a built-in chatbot and integrated UCT handbooks. Following the project, the Commerce faculty reached out to further develop the system specifically for Commerce students at the University of Cape Town.
BSc Computer Science
University of Cape Town
2018 - 2020
Courses: Introductory Statistics · Modelling & Applied Computing · Introduction to the Development of Algorithms in Python & Java · Mathematics · Discrete Mathematics · Study Design & Data Analysis · Systems Analysis · Business Intelligence Analysis · Unix · Data Structures · Databases · Parallel and Concurrent Programming · Mobile Design and Development · Computer Architecture · Philosophy of Science · Effective Written Communication · Networks · Operating Systems · Advanced Software Design · Theory of Algorithms · Theory of Computation · C++ and Machine Learning · Word Power Collaborative Capstone Project: Succesfully implemented a web application with the primary function of serving as a digital catalogue that allows users to view, search, add and rate Python resources from various sources on the internet. Joined Golden Key International Honour Society, winning one of four Chapter Awards. Deans Merit List 2018 & 2020.
NSC Matric
Fields College
2013 - 2017
Subject choices: Mathematics, Advanced Programme Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Information Technology, Accounting 80% Average with 4 Distinctions Highest Achievement in Information Technology 2017 working with Delphi Top Ten Achiever 2013 - 2017
Experience
Intermediate Developer
OVEX
May 2025 - current
Developing cool things.
Web Developer
University of Cape Town
February 2023 - May 2025
- Architected and deployed the DS-I Africa website using Drupal Content Management System. - Developed multiple project-specific websites with Next.js, React and Vanilla JavaScript. - Implemented automated workflows using REDCap, reducing survey input time and improving processes. - Co-spearheaded the DS-I Africa Data Management Working Group, establishing data standards for 38+ research projects. - Streamlined IT operations by automating mailing list management with Python scripts and implementing proactive monitoring, reducing administrative overhead.
Full-Stack Web Developer
Four Minute Medicine
June 2022 - October 2022
- Collaborated under the guidance of a senior full-stack developer to build an educational platform using Next.js and TypeScript. - Implemented AWS serverless architecture using Amplify, AppSync, Lambda, and DynamoDB reducing maintenance time. - Developed AppSync GraphQL APIs handling medical content delivery, user progress tracking, and assessment systems. - Integrated secure authentication system using Cognito, achieving 99.9% uptime.
Front-end Developer
123tutors
April 2022 - January 2023
- Engineered payment gateway integration using Paystack. - Developed custom component library using Next.js, TypeScript and Tailwind CSS, reducing development time. - Designed comprehensive dashboards for students, tutors and administrators, improving user satisfaction. - Collaborated closely with a back-end engineer to ensure smooth integration between the front-end and back-end, resulting in a cohesive and fully functional application.
Solutions Management Intern
Vodacom
February 2022 - February 2023
- Conducted 1 000+ site feasibility assessments using Afrigis with 98% accuracy. - Co-facilitated AWS re/Start program, training 50+ students in cloud computing concepts, Linux fundamentals, and programming skills in an AWS context. - Optimised solution quotation process by developing automated Excel macros and Siebel/Ignite integrations. - Completed Programme in Enterprise and Technology Management.
Web Developer
Department of Academic Development Programme (UCT)
December 2021 - December 2023
- Led development of student support system as an extension of my Honours project. - Architected personalised dashboard using Next.js, serving 5 000+ Commerce faculty students. - Integrated UCT Cares chatbot, resolving student queries automatically. - Developed handbook integration API, reducing manual lookup time.
Lead Developer
Varsity Newspaper (UCT)
August 2021 - May 2022
- Orchestrated technical migration of legacy news website to Next.js, reducing load time. - Led team of 5 developers, implementing agile methodologies and increasing productivity. - Mentored 3 junior developers in modern web development practices and Next.js architecture. - Executed seamless handover process with 100% knowledge transfer to subsequent team.
Full-Stack Web Developer
Elle Zeka
August 2020 - January 2022
- Delivered 15+ custom web solutions for diverse business clients. - Architected and implemented responsive designs, improving mobile engagement. - Managed web hosting infrastructure for multiple clients with 99.9% uptime.
Chairperson of the Science Postgraduate Students' Council
University of Cape Town
November 2020 - March 2022
The role of the chairperson is to lead as well as guide the other executive members in the execution of their duties as well as to be the voice of the postgraduate students in meetings with University executive.
IT & Resource Manager of the Science Students' Council
University of Cape Town
September 2019 - November 2020
The IT & Resource Manager is responsible for managing all online platforms of the SSC, ensuring all the IT related media is current as well as attending any grievances with regards to science undergraduate computer labs.
Computer Science Tutor
University of Cape Town
January 2019 - January 2021
This job included conducting practical and theoretical programming sessions as well as invigilating and marking tests for first & second year Computer Science courses primarily in Python & Java.
Software Developer Intern
Electrum Payments
June 2019 - July 2019
I worked on a real life project that was implemented by Capitec Bank. Technologies used include Java, XML and AWS.
Portfolio
Clock In/Out Analysis
Towards the end of 2023, I applied for and got accepted into the MSc Data Science program at the University of Cape Town. This new journey inspired me to embark on a little side project of my own. The idea behind the project was to pursue a task that would involve all stages of the data analysis pipeline. From data collection, to data cleaning, to visualising the data and finally using it to tell a story. I also envisioned it as an opportunity to put into practical practice what I would’ve learned throughout the year as part of my MSc.
Advice
ADVICE - my honours project - is a platform developed to aid students and student advisors in helping students with curricular advice. Whilst students usually visit a student advisor, this often leads to the same repetitive questions being asked. Though some of the information is readily available on UCT websites, it is not easily accessible with information being scattered across several UCT websites. ADVICE remedies this and provides a platform that collates information, offers summaries of course information and allows calculation of credits. ADVICE also hosts a chatbot that users can interact with to get answers to basic UCT specific questions.
Landon Hotel
This React app follows the LinkedIn Learning course by Brett McLaughlin on Creating a Serverless Application Using React in AWS. It uses various AWS services to host and manage a web app for a hotel.
Tailwind Expo
My first dive into using Tailwind CSS. This is a simple landing page with a hero section, a cards section, contact form and a footer, fully responsive. This is a Next.js site with TypeScript.
ReComments
Ever wanted to comment on a video but the uploader has comments turned off? ReComments is your go to for commenting on YouTube videos with comments turned off.
ML Video Annotations
This web app uses a machine learnining model to classify images into categories of hand and facial gestures. It then paints a specified image onto the screen for each category.
TinoMuzambi.com
This is my personal website which I use as an online CV. It summarises the different tools and technologies I'm comfortable with as well as my work experience and academic history.
Working With Clash
This React app is built to work with the Clash of Clans API. It fetches player or clan information using their respective tags.
Table Time
A React Table Tennis scoring progressive web app that stores all matches recorded to a database.
Projects.TinoMuzambi
This Next.js app is a landing page for all the personal projects I've worked on. It provides an overview of each project as well as the tech stack used in each project and where possible, a link to see it in action.
WhatsApp Chat Analyser
This project uses Python to read in exported WhatsApp chat files and perform string manipulation methods to derive stats and insights about the chat in question.
Blog.TinoMuzambi
This is my fully featured, full fledged blog which I regularly contribute to and update. This was a project that really stretched my creativity and imagination to make it visually appealing and I think I pulled it off quite well.
Tools and Technologies
