Sarah M.

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Bio

Sarah M. is a highly skilled software developer and data science trainer with extensive experience in both academic and industry settings. Proficient in a wide array of technologies—including Python, Django, FastAPI, JavaScript, React.js, Redux, Context API, Framer, Figma, CSS, DRF, Webflow, Shopify, and a variety of no-code design tools—Sarah consistently delivers high-impact solutions that drive user engagement, SEO optimization, and seamless user experiences. Her hands-on roles at MODCOM Institute, Oshwal College, RWS

  • Projects completed5
  • Hourly rate
  • 0-2 years experience
  • Member since Sep 2025
Expertise
PythonCSSReactFramerWebflowShopifyTypescriptAWSKubernetesNodeJSSQLMongoDBDatabase:RelationalDatabase:DocumentNumPyPyTorchGitFlaskJavaWebScraping
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Assessments

General Project Assessment

Great on Implement an LRU Cache Algorithm, Difficulty Medium · Great on Understanding Rate Limiting in APIs, Difficulty Medium · Great on Handling API Errors, Difficulty Medium

Projects

ELD Trucking System

A system that automatically records a truck driver's hours of service (HOS), replacing paper logbooks to ensure compliance with safety regulations

CHW Management System

A system designed to manage Community Health Workers (CHWs) and their requests for commodities, with approval workflows managed by Community Health Assistants (CHAs).

Crypto Price Predictor

a crypto platform where one can give analysis of different cryptocurrencies by the use of the API, Using ML it predicts their prices in a span of 1 year

LightRig

A cinematographic website showcasing RightRig brand with backend, API, and CI/CD integration

AI Automated Project Manager

A website that Creates optimized project plans with AI automation

Experience
  1. Data Specialist

    RWS GroupAug 2025Present
    • Improved AI system reliability by 40% through structured evaluation, feedback, and A/B testing of machine learning outputs.
    • provided detailed feedback on AI outputs, ensuring alignment with predefined quality benchmarks and contributing to a 35% reduction in output errors, ultimately improving overall system reliability and user satisfaction.
    • Ensured cultural and contextual accuracy by providing natural language corrections, while proactively flagging toxicity, bias, and hallucinations to support responsible AI development
    pythonAPICRM
  2. IT LECTURER AND SOFTWARE ENGINEER

    OSHWAL COLLEGEAug 2024Dec 2024
    • Designed and optimized the Oshwal College website, boosting search ranking by 25% and increasing student inquiries/traffic by 30% through SEO improvements and responsive design.
    • Lectured BTech and Bachelor's Computer Science courses improved students' comprehension of the foundations of both IT and computer science by 40%, which helped them perform better on tests and produce better projects
    • Managed and Maintained School Servers and website: By lowering latency and guaranteeing seamless operations across campus resources, proactive management and troubleshooting increased server uptime by 45%
    DjangoDRFPythonAPI IntegrationAuthentication & AuthorizationReduxContext APIFramerFigma
  3. ADVANCED DATA SCIENCE TRAINER AND SOFTWARE DEVELOPER

    MODCOM INSTITUTEMay 2024Jul 2024
    • Collaborated with the development team to deliver client websites using Framer and other no-code tools, achieving faster load times, higher responsiveness, and up to 20% growth in organic traffic through SEO-focused optimization.
    • Currently learning Framer, Webflow, and Shopify for no-code web design, focusing on responsive layouts, SEO optimization, and third-party integrations.
    • Increased student proficiency in machine learning, deep learning, and AI by 40% by delivering comprehensive training sessions, leading to higher course completion rates.
    • Enhanced course relevance by researching and designing training materials according to the course outline, improving curriculum alignment by 25%.
    PythonFastAPIDjangoJavaScriptReact.jsFramerfigmaNo-code design tools
  4. SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT TRAINER

    MODCOM INSTITUTESep 2023May 2024
    • Delivered training on web technologies (CSS, JavaScript, React, and no-code design tools), helping students build responsive, functional websites resulting in a 20% increase in project desig quality.
    • Increased awareness and competency in cybersecurity and ethical hacking by 40% by delivering targeted training, resulting in a 25% reduction in security breaches in student projects.
    • Advanced understanding of data science concepts by 35% through focused instruction, leading to a 20% increase in student engagement and application of knowledge
    CSSJavaScriptReactNo-code design toolsShopify
  5. ICT Technician

    KENYA AIRPORTS AUTHORITIESSep 2022Dec 2022
    • Increased awareness and competency in cybersecurity and ethical hacking by 40%
    • Resolved backend issues through effective troubleshooting
    • Handled 95% of helpdesk issues on the first contact
    helpdest
Education
  1. Diploma In Backend Development

    AltSchoolNairobi, Kenya2025 — 2026
  2. Bachelor of Computer Science

    St. Paul’s universityLimuru, Kenya2020 — 2023
  3. Diploma in Computer Science

    St. Paul’s universityLimuru, Kenya2018 — 2019
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