Ngwana Tiyani

About

Engineering quality from both sides

Junior Software Engineer with hands-on experience across the software development lifecycle, currently upskilling in AWS Cloud and AI services while working toward the AWS Certified Solutions Architect.
Alongside development, I have practical automation testing experience using Selenium and TestMu AI, giving me both a builder’s and breaker’s perspective on software quality.
My backend experience includes Java and Spring Boot, applying Singleton, Builder, and Factory design patterns, securing APIs with JWT authentication, validating endpoints with Postman, and working confidently with SQL.
I’m looking to join a collaborative engineering team where I can apply, sharpen, and grow these skills.

Education · Concluding December 2026

Diploma in ICT (Applications Development)

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Three-year qualification

Academic years

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Year 01

First Year

Development foundations

20248 modules

Applications Development Foundations 1ADF152S

Language / IDEJava · IntelliJ IDEA Ultimate

FocusObject-Oriented Programming fundamentals.

Core conceptsClasses, objects, inheritance, implementations, loops, and arrays.

Programming 1PRG152S

Language / IDEPython · PyCharm

FocusFoundational scripting and syntax.

Core conceptsPython basics, data types, data structures, and loops.

Multimedia Foundations 1MUF152S

ToolsFigma and Dribbble

FocusUI/UX design, wireframing, and interactive digital media.

DeliverablesDesigning and building a professional digital portfolio.

Communications Networks Foundations 1CNF152S

ToolsCisco Packet Tracer

FocusComputer networking fundamentals and simulated network architecture.

Core conceptsNetwork components, hardware, physical cabling, and data communication protocols.

Project 1PRT152S

FocusPractical application of first-year technologies in a collaborative setting.

Core conceptsProject management, Agile methodology, Scrum, capstone IT development, and a professional portfolio of evidence.

ICT Fundamentals 1ICF152S

FocusCore computer hardware and operating system environments.

Core conceptsSoftware functionality, digital data processing, and standard workplace applications.

Professional Communications 1PRC152S

FocusStrategic communication in a technical workplace.

Core conceptsAcademic literacies, critical reading and writing, technical documentation, and role-player communication.

Business Practice 1BPR152S

FocusThe intersection of business operations and information technology.

Core conceptsOrganizational structures, workplace ethics, and IT business strategy.

Core build

Year 02

Second Year

Systems and software delivery

20259 modules

Applications Development Fundamentals 2ADF262S

FocusData structures and algorithms.

Core conceptsHashing, bubble sort, queues, stacks, trees, and linked lists.

Applications Development Practice 2ADP262S

FocusPractical software construction and framework implementation.

Core conceptsMaven, Spring Boot applications, and connecting applications to databases.

Multimedia Applications Fundamentals 2MAF262S

FocusUser interface design and user experience.

Core conceptsLaws of UX Design, UX research, Material Design, wireframes, cross-platform applications, and human interaction.

ICT Electives 2ICE262S

FocusPython programming.

Core conceptsScripting, syntax, and practical Python implementation.

Professional Communications 2PRC262S

FocusCorporate communication.

Core conceptsFormal report writing, professional presentations, software pitches, and workplace readiness.

Information Management 2INM262S

FocusRelational Database Management Systems and data architecture.

Core conceptsSQL querying, normalization, ER diagrams, and practical MySQL or PostgreSQL database management.

Information Systems AnalysisISA260S

FocusSystems analysis and software design methodologies.

Core conceptsSDLC, requirements gathering, and UML use case, class, and sequence diagrams.

Communications Networks Fundamentals 2CNF262S

FocusNetworking architecture and routing.

Core conceptsRouting and switching protocols, IP subnetting, network security basics, and network configuration.

Project 2PRT262S

FocusA comprehensive, team-based software development capstone.

Core conceptsAgile and Scrum, Git/GitHub collaboration, Jira sprint tracking, and full database, backend, and frontend integration.

Current

Year 03

Third Year

Enterprise and capstone practice

20268 modules

Applications Development Practice 3ADP372S

Tech and frameworksSpring Boot, React, MySQL, JUnit, Mockito, and GitHub

Core conceptsDesign patterns, Spring Security, RESTful APIs and service consumption, database integration, unit testing, dependencies, and team collaboration.

ICT Electives 3ICE362S

ToolsPower BI

FocusData analytics and data science.

Core conceptsData mining, Power BI, and foundational data science concepts.

Information Systems 3ITS362S

FocusDatabase management and data handling.

Core conceptsAdvanced SQL querying, complex data structures, and database management.

Professional Practice 3PFP362S

FocusBusiness skills, research, and IT ethics.

Core conceptsEntrepreneurship, academic literature, professional IT standards, legal and ethical compliance, and workplace readiness.

Applications Development Theory 3ADT372S

FocusSoftware engineering concepts and application architecture.

Core conceptsArchitectural patterns, system design models, code maintainability, and enterprise application principles.

Project Management 3PRM372S

FocusManaging IT and software projects.

Core conceptsProject planning, risk management, resource allocation, and project management methodologies.

Project 3PRT362S

FocusCapstone software development.

Core conceptsEnd-to-end full-stack development, frontend and backend service integration, and functional product delivery.

Project Presentation 3PRP372S

FocusTechnical demonstration and project defense.

Core conceptsPitching solutions, demonstrating live code, defending architectural choices, communicating technical outcomes, and GitHub collaboration.

Capabilities

Technical skills

Languages, platforms, quality tools, and AI-assisted development environments I use to build and deliver software.

Languages & Web

Cloud & DevOps

Testing & QA

AI & Developer Tools

Career

Work Experience

Software Developer Associate

Capaciti

Sep 2025 – Feb 2026
- Contributed to projects across the software development lifecycle while gaining practical delivery experience.
- Applied programming and business management principles to solve real-world problems.
- Collaborated with the development team to support reliable software delivery.
ICT Academy Student Ambassador

Huawei

Mar 2025 – Nov 2025
- Promoted Huawei ICT competitions and courses through roadshows and training sessions.
- Mentored students with registration, technical troubleshooting, and competition preparation.

Selected work

Projects

Applications spanning full-stack commerce, cloud infrastructure, AI, test automation, and API-driven web experiences.

AI platform

LEO AI Platform

An intuitive platform for generating text and images with machine-learning models for varied content workflows.
- React
- AI APIs
- Vercel
- Tailwind CSS
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Cloud infrastructure

CloudPocket

A fault-tolerant cloud storage solution hosted on AWS, designed for concurrent access and efficient data indexing.
- Python
- AWS
- Docker
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Quality engineering

Web Automation Test Suite

Automated browser tests that improve coverage and verify reliable behavior across multiple browser environments.
- Selenium
- Playwright
- JUnit
- Java
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Conversational AI

LEO Chatbot

A Dialogflow-powered conversational interface that helps users understand foundational artificial intelligence concepts.
- Dialogflow
- Google Sites
- JavaScript
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Generative AI

AI Resume Builder

A web application that uses the Gemini API to turn user details into a polished, downloadable résumé.
- Gemini API
- JavaScript
- HTML & CSS
- Netlify
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Natural language processing

Sentiment Analysis App

A Python application that uses VADER to classify text as positive, negative, or neutral and present clear results.
- Python
- VADER
- Streamlit
- NLP
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Full-stack e-commerce

IncredibleTech

A dynamic e-commerce platform for browsing and purchasing laptops and electronics, supported by catalog, order, payment, and delivery workflows.
- Java
- Spring Boot
- React
- MySQL
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Job search platform

Lula Job Search

An API-driven website that helps people discover and explore current employment opportunities across South Africa.
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
- Adzuna API
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Continuous learning

Certificates

Verified badges and focused credentials across artificial intelligence, software development, cloud computing, and generative AI.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bootcamp

Hands-on training in core AI concepts, collaborative problem-solving, and project delivery.
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Software Development

Full-stack development spanning web foundations, cloud, backend systems, React, containers, and capstone delivery.
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Huawei Cloud

Cloud Service Computing Micro-Certificate

A focused credential covering cloud service computing concepts and Huawei Cloud technologies.
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WeThinkCode_

Mastering GenAI for Software Development

Applied generative AI techniques and tools for modern software development workflows.
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