Skip to content
View WAIYAH's full-sized avatar
🎯
Focusing
🎯
Focusing

Block or report WAIYAH

Block user

Prevent this user from interacting with your repositories and sending you notifications. Learn more about blocking users.

You must be logged in to block users.

Maximum 250 characters. Please don't include any personal information such as legal names or email addresses. Markdown supported. This note will be visible to only you.
Report abuse

Contact GitHub support about this user’s behavior. Learn more about reporting abuse.

Report abuse
WAIYAH/README.md

Typing SVG


Profile Views Β  Followers

> whoami About Me

name: Lucky Loonkishu Nakola
location: Nairobi, Kenya
role: Software Engineer & Full-Stack Web Developer
education: BSc. Software Development @ KCA University (Expected 2027)
currently_building: AI-driven Fintech solutions for Africa
open_to: Freelance | Full-Time Roles | Open Source Collaboration | Mentorship

Coding GIF

I'm a dynamic Software Engineer from Kenya with hands-on experience in full-stack development, cloud platforms, and ICT support. I design and deploy scalable applications using the MERN stack, Laravel, and modern cloud services.

What drives me:

  • Building tech solutions that impact Africa and beyond
  • Applying AI & emerging technologies to solve real-world challenges
  • Passionate about cybersecurity and secure software design
  • Turning ideas into production-ready applications
  • Collaborating with global developer communities


Experience

IT Support Intern

Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD)
Feb 2025 - May 2025

  • Delivered ICT support - diagnosing & fixing hardware, software, and network issues
  • Assisted in website development & digital resource support
  • Improved system reliability through troubleshooting & preventive maintenance

ICT Support Attachee

Kenya National Library Service (KNLS)
Sept 2024 - Dec 2024

  • Provided technical support - troubleshooting system & network issues
  • Configured printers, Ethernet, and ensured smooth ICT operations
  • Conducted computer training for staff on Microsoft Office & digital literacy

Tech Stack & Tools

Frontend

HTML5 CSS3 JavaScript React Next.js TailwindCSS Bootstrap

Backend & Databases

Node.js Express.js Python PHP Laravel MongoDB MySQL Supabase

DevOps & Cloud

Git GitHub Actions Docker Vercel Netlify

Cybersecurity & Networking

Linux Cisco Cybersecurity


Featured Projects

SPENDHACK AI Fintech Chatbot

An AI-driven WhatsApp chatbot for personal finance management built during the PLP Africa Software Engineering program.

Tech: Python Supabase JavaScript WhatsApp API

  • Smart expense tracking via conversational AI
  • Real-time financial insights & budgeting
  • Built for the African market

Personal Portfolio

A modern, responsive developer portfolio showcasing projects, skills, and professional journey.

Tech: React Tailwind CSS Vercel

  • Fully responsive & accessible design
  • Dynamic project showcase
  • **View Live **

More projects pinned below check them out!


Education

Institution Program Timeline
KCA University, Nairobi BSc. Software Development Expected Dec 2027
Riara University, Nairobi Diploma in Computer Science Apr 2023 - Dec 2025
Riara University, Nairobi Certificate in Information Technology Sept 2022 - Apr 2023
M-Pesa Foundation Academy, Thika BTEC Intl. Diploma Level 3 - Engineering Jan 2019 - May 2022

Certifications

Google IBM Oracle Linux Cisco PLP Africa


GitHub Analytics

GitHub Stats GitHub Streak
Top Languages
Contribution Graph

Currently Learning & Exploring

Area Focus
AI & Machine Learning Prompt Engineering, AI-powered Chatbots, LLMs
Cloud & DevOps Docker, CI/CD Pipelines, Cloud Architecture
Cybersecurity Penetration Testing, Network Defense, Secure Code
Mobile Development React Native, Cross-Platform Apps

Let's Connect & Collaborate

Portfolio LinkedIn Gmail WhatsApp GitHub


I'm open to:

Freelance Projects | Full-Time Opportunities | Open Source Collaboration | Mentorship


If you find my work interesting, consider giving my repos a star it means a lot!


"Building software that matters one commit at a time."

Made with love from Nairobi, Kenya

Pinned Loading

  1. MY-PORTFOLIO MY-PORTFOLIO Public

    Lucky Nakola personal portfolio – a sleek, responsive website showcasing my skills, projects, and experience with smooth animations and interactive UI.

    HTML 1

  2. REPLICATE REPLICATE Public

    SCSS

  3. Smart-Job-Application-Assistant Smart-Job-Application-Assistant Public

    TypeScript

  4. Mboga.Fresh Mboga.Fresh Public

    A premium organic produce e-commerce experience built with Vanilla ES6 Modules, Tailwind CSS v4, and Vite. Features a client-side personalization engine, discount system and mobile-first responsive…

    HTML