I'm a Full Stack Developer passionate about building modern web applications that solve real-world problems. With expertise in the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js), I create scalable, user-centric solutions ranging from real-time chat applications to secure RESTful APIs.
Coming from a background in Real Estate and Property Management, I bring a unique perspective to software developmentβcombining technical proficiency with strong business acumen and a deep understanding of user needs.
π Currently enrolled in Power Learn Project Advanced Software Development Program
π Based in Nairobi, Kenya
πΌ Open to Full Stack Developer opportunities
π± Currently learning System Design, Microservices Architecture, and AI/ML Integration
πΏ Mindful Haven - MERN Stack Wellness Blog
Full-stack mental health and wellness platform with user authentication, rich content management, and social engagement features.
Tech Stack: MongoDB β’ Express.js β’ React.js β’ Node.js β’ Clerk Authentication β’ Tailwind CSS
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π₯ InstaDev - Developer Social Network
Modern social networking platform connecting developers worldwide based on skill level and technology stack.
Tech Stack: HTML5 β’ CSS3 β’ JavaScript β’ Three.js β’ Vite
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π¬ Echolia - Real-Time Chat Application
Feature-rich real-time messaging platform with Socket.io, private messaging, group chats, file sharing, and iOS-inspired design.
Tech Stack: Socket.io β’ React β’ Node.js β’ Express β’ MongoDB β’ Cloudinary β’ JWT
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π¨ Personal Portfolio - Portfolio Website
Modern, professional portfolio with dark/light theme system and smooth scroll animations.
Tech Stack: HTML5 β’ CSS3 β’ JavaScript (ES6+) β’ CSS Custom Properties
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π Product API - RESTful Express.js API
Comprehensive RESTful API with full CRUD operations, authentication, and advanced filtering.
Tech Stack: Express.js β’ MongoDB β’ Mongoose β’ Node.js β’ JWT β’ CORS
π Kenya Library System - Database Design
Complete relational database with 9 interconnected tables and comprehensive constraints.
Tech Stack: MySQL β’ SQL β’ Database Design β’ Normalization β’ ERD
π³ Lipa na M-Pesa - Payment Integration
Event ticket purchasing app with M-Pesa, PayPal, and Stripe payment integration.
Tech Stack: HTML5 β’ CSS3 β’ JavaScript β’ Paystack β’ PayPal SDK β’ Stripe.js
- π― Power Learn Project - Advanced Software Development (2025 - In Progress)
- π Harvard CS50 - Introduction to Computer Science (2024)
- π» The Complete Web Development Bootcamp - Angela Yu (2023-2024)
- π Python for Data Analysis - Great Learning Academy (2022-2023)
- π Python for Beginners - Great Learning Academy (2022)
- ποΈ Bachelor's Degree - Real Estate & Property Management, Technical University of Kenya (2019-2024)
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Full Stack Expertise: End-to-end web application development using modern technologies
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Real-Time Applications: Experience building WebSocket and Socket.io applications
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API Development: RESTful API design with authentication and security best practices
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Database Design: Strong foundation in both NoSQL (MongoDB) and SQL (MySQL)
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User-Focused Development: Background in client relations ensures user-centric solutions
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Problem Solver: Analytical thinking from property management background
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Continuous Learner: Always exploring new technologies and best practices
I'm actively seeking Full Stack Developer opportunities where I can contribute to innovative projects and collaborate with talented teams.
- πΌ Portfolio: philip2.netlify.app
- π§ Email: philipbarongo30@gmail.com
- π» LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/philip-barongo-8b215028a
- π± Phone: +254 703141296
- π Location: Nairobi, Kenya
- π I'm an avid swimmer and enjoy playing football and hockey
- π Passionate about building technology solutions for African markets
- π Always experimenting with emerging technologies
- π Currently exploring AI/ML integration and microservices architecture
- β Fueled by coffee and the satisfaction of solving complex problems


