Hi There,
I'm Tony Wangolo

I am into Web Development

Full Stack Software Engineer specializing in building exceptional, scalable web applications. Currently focused on creating reliable systems with modern technologies that power the next generation of digital experiences.

Tony Wangolo

About Me

Who I Am

I am a Full Stack Software Engineer and Co-Founder of Digital Leap Africa, with completed training at ALX Africa. I have graduated from both the Backend Web Development and Professional Development (Backend) programs. I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Technology in Communication and Computer Networks at The Technical University of Kenya..

What I Do

I specialize in building scalable backend systems and robust web applications. Experienced in API development, database design, and creating reliable infrastructure for modern applications.

Current Focus

Co-founder of Digital Leap Africa, Focused on developing high-performance APIs and microservices architecture. Passionate about optimizing system performance, implementing security best practices, and contributing to open-source projects.

Skills & Technologies

Languages

PythonJavaGoJavaScriptTypeScriptSQL

Frameworks

DjangoFastAPISpring BootExpress.jsFlask

Databases

PostgreSQLMongoDBRedisElasticsearchMySQL

Tools & Infrastructure

DockerKubernetesAWSGitJenkinsTerraform

My Education

ALX Africa logo

Backend-Web Development

ALX Africa

2025, Graduated
ALX Africa logo

Pro-Dev Backend-Web Development

ALX Africa

2025, Graduated
Technical University of Kenya logo

Bachelor of Technology - Communications and Computer Networks

Technical University of Kenya

2027
UpperHill School logo

High School Education

UpperHill School

2022

My Experience

Tutoring - Web Development

LEA Organization | 2024 - Present

Teaching digital literacy, basic programming, and internet skills to community members

  • Helped learners gain confidence in using technology for personal and academic growth
  • Organized and led sessions on Git/GitHub and web development basics
  • Conducted training on office software and digital literacy skills

Backend Developer

Academic & Personal Projects | 2023 - Present

Built multiple backend applications and web platforms using Python frameworks

  • Built Streamlit-based student manager app with full MySQL integration
  • Developed HustleLink, a Flask micro-jobs platform connecting students with freelance work
  • Contributed to ClimaS, a Flask web app using ML to predict climate impacts and recommend crops

Backend Web Developer Tutor

Digital Leap Africa | 2025 - Present

Mentoring aspiring developers in backend web development technologies and best practices

  • Guided students through learning modern backend frameworks and database design
  • Provided hands-on training in API development and server-side programming
  • Helped learners build real-world projects and prepare for tech careers

Volunteer Work

Tutoring - Web Development

LEA Organization | 2024 - Present

Teaching digital literacy, basic programming, and internet skills to community members

  • Helped learners gain confidence in using technology for personal and academic growth
  • Organized and led sessions on Git/GitHub and web development basics
  • Conducted training on office software and digital literacy skills

Get In Touch

I'm currently looking for new opportunities. Whether you have a question or just want to say hi, I'll try my best to get back to you!

Email

wangolotony4@gmail.com

Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Phone

+254 111 414 441

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