I'm Leonard, a freelance full-stack developer building modular apps with MERN, CI/CD workflows, and real-time Socket.io.. Certified in cloud and AI foundations by Oracle & Microsoft Azure.
I specialize in transforming complex ideas into seamless user experiences using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React. My work blends modular architecture with Afro-futurist storytelling—empowering communities through ethical design and open-source innovation.
A job-matching platform for freelancers, built with modular Express.js APIs, MongoDB seeding, and a responsive UI that adapts to every device.
View ProjectThe ZuluTech Brand Kit is a visual and strategic toolkit designed to empower African agro-innovation through storytelling, ethical tech, and community-driven design. Curated by the NeoBrand Surge studio and maintained by you, Leonard, it serves as the official branding repository for the ZuluTech Social Growth project.
View ProjectCollaborated with peers to build and deploy full-stack portfolios using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, and SQL databases. The challenge emphasized teamwork, accessibility, and purposeful design—blending Afro-futurist storytelling with responsive tech stacks.
View ProjectA minimalist mobile interface for seamless peer-to-peer transfers. Prioritizing clarity and trust with smart input flows and secure bank integration — built to empower local commerce.
View ProjectDeployed scalable full-stack apps to AWS EC2 instances with custom DNS via Route 53. Configured IIS servers with granular access control, enabling secure multi-user environments.
View ProjectAutomated the intake, parsing, and storage of incoming emails using serverless AWS infrastructure. Integrated lifecycle rules for archival logic with timestamped backups and secure data access.
View ProjectAn algorithm auditing interface designed to assess bias and promote transparency in AI systems. Features equity dashboards, dataset metrics, and human-centered reporting tools.
View ProjectRetail & Sales Intelligence — predictive analytics and trend forecasting using pandas, matplotlib, and scikit-learn.This project is part of Microsoft’s Data Science certification module and focuses on uncovering insights from sales, retail, and marketing datasets using Python. Built with a strong analytical backbone and branded visual storytelling, the project demonstrates predictive modeling, customer segmentation, and campaign impact analysis.
View ProjectA modular automation workflow designed to streamline recruiter branding and outreach. Built using n8n for workflow orchestration, Canva for visual badge generation, Gemini for AI-powered copywriting, and Airtable for structured data management. The system auto-generates personalized pitch decks, badge carousels, and recruiter-facing assets—reducing manual effort and enhancing brand clarity across platforms.
View ProjectA modular, culturally resonant real-time chat app built with **React**, **Express**, and **Socket.io**. Designed for seamless communication, scalable architecture, and Afrocentric storytelling. Built with Socket.io — modular messaging system with live user presence and event-driven architecture.
View ProjectA playful web-based pet simulation built with JavaScript and modular architecture. Users can feed, play, and interact with a virtual companion — designed to explore behavioral state logic and responsive UI.
View ProjectImplemented a Decision Tree Classifier using Scikit-learn to predict iris species based on petal and sepal measurements. Demonstrates proficiency in supervised learning, model evaluation, and data visualization.
View ProjectDesigned a scalable relational database schema for an online store, covering products, users, orders, payments, and inventory. Focused on normalization, referential integrity, and query optimization for real-time transactions.
View ProjectC#
Skill Level: Intermediate
Python
Skill Level: Intermediate
Java
Skill Level: Intermediate
HTML
Skill Level: Advanced
CSS
Skill Level: Advanced
JavaScript
Skill Level: Intermediate
Typescript
Skill Level: Beginner
React
Skill Level: Beginner
Flutter
Skill Level: Beginner
Firebase
Skill Level: Beginner
Visual Studio
Android Studio
Canva
GitHub
Scored 82% | Certified in ethical AI, model evaluation, and Azure ML workflows.
Earned Aug 2025 | Certified in OCI AI lifecycle, responsible deployment, and automation.
If you would like to work together or just want to say hello, feel free to reach out!
Email: leonardphokane1@gmail.com
WhatsApp: +27 72 350 7514