Nfon Andrew Tatah
π§ nfonandrew73@gmail.com | π +237672769636 | LinkedIn: in/nfon-andrew-7703a11a0 | GitHub: github.com/andrew21-mch
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## Professional summary
Full-stack Software Engineer and systems builder with a Masterβs in Engineering (Computer Engineering), experienced in developing web applications using **PHP (Laravel)**, **Django**, **Java**, and JavaScript frameworks such as **React** and **Angular**.
Skilled in designing scalable backend systems and building intuitive, responsive front-end interfaces. Strong in **API integration**, reliable clientβserver communication, authentication/security, and CI/CD. Committed to clean, maintainable code and continuous learning to solve real-world problems.
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## Technical skills
- **Full-stack web**: PHP (Laravel), Django, Java, JavaScript (React, Angular)
- **Backend & APIs**: Node.js, Python (Flask), Laravel
- **Databases**: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB (design, optimization, queries)
- **DevOps & CI/CD**: GitHub Actions, DigitalOcean deployments, pipeline automation
- **Auth & security**: JWT, OAuth, Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
- **Integrations**: third-party services, payment gateways (Stripe, PayPal, etc.)
- **Real-time systems**: push notifications, email alerts, WebSockets
- **Machine learning**: model training + API integration (fraud detection, automation)
- **Leadership**: Agile, remote collaboration, mentoring, internship coordination
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## Experience
### Backend Developer Engineer β MyProfile (Remote, USA)
**Feb 2025 β Present**
- Built Node.js APIs for authentication, profiles, and relationships
- Implemented JWT + OAuth authentication
- Developed push + email notification systems
- Worked remotely with Git and Agile
- Managed CI/CD pipeline from GitHub to DigitalOcean
### Software Engineer / Co-founder & CTO β Skye8 (Bamenda, Cameroon)
**Mar 2020 β Present**
- Designed and developed systems with Laravel, Django, React/Angular
- Architected scalable backend services and REST APIs
- Integrated payment gateways and third-party APIs
- Implemented RBAC, security best practices, and authentication flows
- Built and maintained CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment
- Mentored junior developers and interns; improved performance via DB/query optimization
### Software Developer Intern β Nasia Technology LLC (Buea, Cameroon)
**Feb 2022 β Aug 2022**
- Built full-stack web apps using Java (Spring Boot) and Angular
- Contributed to REST API development and integration
- Worked in Agile sprints; code reviews and feature testing
### Software Developer Intern β ANTIC (Bamenda, Cameroon)
**Apr 2023 β Aug 2023**
- Built backend APIs using Python/Flask for microservices
- Built/maintained main API in Laravel (2FA, email notifications, user management)
- Integrated ML models for fraud message detection into production workflows
- Collaborated with frontend teams for reliable integration
### Backend Developer & Technical Mentor β Zuri Inc (Remote, Nigeria)
**Apr 2022 β Aug 2022**
- Built backend features for an LMS using Laravel + Blade/Livewire
- Improved UI with server-side rendering and interactive components
- Mentored junior developers and enforced coding standards
### HOD / Software Engineering Instructor β Ebenezer Higher Institute of Science and Technology (Bamenda, Cameroon)
**Sep 2023 β Present**
- Led Computer Engineering department: curriculum, faculty coordination, student progress
- Delivered lectures and hands-on sessions in software development and modern frameworks
- Introduced and managed the BTech program; maintained academic quality
- Mentored students/interns on projects, career paths, and professional development
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## Education
### Master of Engineering (Computer Engineering) β The University of Bamenda
**2024** β CGPA: **3.87/4**
- Thesis: AI for fraud message detection and integration on the ANTIC platform
### Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Engineering) β The University of Bamenda
**2023** β CGPA: **3.47/4**
### Diploma in Software Engineering β African Leadership Academy (Remote)
**2023** β Credits: **80/100**
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## Projects
- **Journal for Education and Psychological Science** (`ubafedjeps.com`) β journal publication platform (Faculty of Education, University of Bamenda)
- **Learnoso** (`learnoso.com`) β tutoring/learning platform (Feb 2023 β Jul 2025)
- **School Management System** β admission, results publication, finance management (Ebenezer H.I.S.T) (Mar 2024 β Oct 2024)
- **Crime Report Platform** β crime reporting + tracking + analysis (ANTIC Northwest) (Mar 2024 β Oct 2024)
- **SSHCloud** β VPS deployment automation + SSH management + DB migration
- **ANTIC Fraud Detection** β AI fraud message detection & SMS classification pipeline