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Mace Akkari

Motivation

My journey into coding started while I was working as a personal trainer. I needed an app to help track client progress, manage bookings, and capture workout videos, but nothing available suited my needs. With encouragement from a client, I decided to build my own solution.

That led me to programming, starting with Python, then diving into JavaScript. I later trained at Makers, where I explored Ruby and deepened my passion for development. Coding quickly became more than a skill, it was something I thought about constantly and knew I wanted to pursue professionally.

Background

I’m a full-stack developer based in London, with hands-on experience building scalable, high-performing web apps using TypeScript, React, Next.js, Tailwind CSS, and Sanity.

I previously worked at Upstream, a streetwear rental platform, where I collaborated closely with the co-founder to shape the product, led feature development, delivered stakeholder presentations, and helped transition the app from mobile to web.

Before that, I was a developer at Clu, a tech-driven recruitment platform, where I implemented Google Analytics & GTM, enhanced platform functionality, and improved team workflows. I also worked at ReLyfe, a medical startup, focusing on mobile-first development, code refactoring, and Cypress testing.

My background in personal training and Computer Science gives me a unique perspective. I understand people, goals, and how to build systems that genuinely help. I continue to be mentored by Patrick Orrell, the client who first nudged me toward software development.

Projects

Title Description Technologies Used
The Martian - Deployed on Vercel After watching the film The Martain, I decided to build a scene from it. React, JavaScript, HTML/CSS
Mace Blogs - Deployed on Vercel A clone of the blogging site Medium, where I used Sainty to store data and approve a users comment. Next.Js, HTML/CSS (Bootstrap), JavaScript, Sanity
Company Dashboard - Deployed on Vercel A dashboard for a media company. Next.js, Tailwind CSS, Material-UI
WhatsApp Chat - Deployed on Vercel A WhatsApp-style chat app with Google login and persistent local chat history. Next.js, Firebase, CSS, Material-UI

Please check out my portfolio for more projects.

Education

Makers Academy - Software development bootcamp (Dec 2020)

Kingston University - Diploma in Computing

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  1. First-Repo First-Repo Public

    The first play on GitHub

  2. MaceGyms MaceGyms Public

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  3. portfolio portfolio Public

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  4. crpyto-api crpyto-api Public

    first project

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  5. maceFitness maceFitness Public

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  6. Vue_2.x_Repo Vue_2.x_Repo Public

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