Collins Zimba

Software Developer · Writer · me@madebycollins.com

I am a developer skilled in system architecture with scalability in mind. Scalability maximizes throughput and stack effeciency, giving faster access to resources when needed. I love it!


Experience

Junior Software Developer

Rito Technologies

I have the awesome priveledge of making applications to makes the lives of users easier and better. On most days I use PHP to create the backend, and a combination of HTML/CSS + JS/jQuery for the frontend. I also create Python scripts to automate a lot of tasks and/or improve their functionality. As of late, I've been working on an Android application which is super cool.

June 2018 - Jan 2020

IT Support

Switch Communications

During the school holidays I worked at an internet cafe and helped customers and employees with daily tasks. These being setting up computers and providing support to users expering difficulties.

December 2012

Education

Varsity College

Bachelors in Computer & Information Sciences in App Development
Feb 2019 - Nov 2020

Varsity College

Diploma in Information Technology in Software Development
Feb 2016 - Nov 2018

HeronBridge College

Gr. 11 - Gr. 12
Sep 2013 - Dec 2014

Knights College

Gr. 8 - Gr. 11
Jan 2009 - Sep 2013

Skills

Programming Languages & Tools
Workflow
  • Plan
  • Scaffold
  • Populate
  • Deploy

Interests

Apart from being a software developer, I enjoy most of my time in the presense of people. Either at a party, at campus, or anywhere people are gathered in a structured and social manner. Listening and chatting to people helps me to better understand my own views as I communicate them, and understand the views of those around me as I listen to them.

When I'm not with people, I enjoy reading and learning about new things. I also enjoy writing, so I can better structure my knowledge, and share it with others.


I also enjoy writing poetry.


Volunteering

Teacher/Teacher's Assistant

Godfirst City Church

My responsibilies included the management of the children as well as the teaching or supporting in teaching of the lesson. Playing games with the kids afterwards, and giving them back to their parents :)

November 2016 - April 2019

Translator

Impact Africa

We'd go into different communites (such as Dieploot, Thabo Mbeki, etc) and tell people about the Gospel and the hope of Life in Jesus. And I'd be the bridge between language barries within my scope if any. Best time ever!

June 2017 - November 2017

Caretaker's assistant

Woodside Sanctuary

I usally assisted with whatever the program looked like for the day. Often my responsibilies included helping in the movement of the residents, as well as feeding some of them when necessary and any other necessary tasks.

October 2016 - April 2017

Awards & Certifications

  • Top Student 2017
  • Top Student 2016