James Niyongira

Hi, My name is James and I am a cracked software engineer. I have over 2 years of experience working in various roles including Test automation, backend and mostly frontend development in React/nextjs ecosystems.

I genuinely love building software/web applications. I don't have big tech names on my resume, but I have strong, battle-tested skills that allow me to take an idea from zero to a working prototype in a matter of days. My core strengths are in developing Cloud-native applications using Go (Golang) / Nodejs and C#, Test automation and I've got mad skills in frontend development using Next.js/React.

Outside of coding, my life is pretty simple: I code and I bike. That's about it. If you're looking for someone who's all in—someone who builds, ships, and learns fast—try me.

Most of my experience comes from working on my own startup company, Flairspot .

Notable Projects

Flairspot: Community-driven Learning Platform (Full-stack Web App)

If Udemy and Patreon had a baby, it would be Flairspot. This a platform allows content creators to build audience around their expertise through community groups where they can create courses, posts, digital products and more. It enables creators to share knowledge, engage with their audience, and build a sustainable income stream through paid subscriptions.

Tech stack: Golang, TypeScript(Node.js), Next.js, PostgreSQL, Redis, and deployed on Google Cloud Platform.

ShiftWright: Staff Management Platform (Web,Android & iOS)

Proprietary project for Grow Wright Consulting

A comprehensive platform designed to streamline the management of temporary staff for Grow Wright Consulting. It connects employers with available workers, ensuring efficient staffing solutions.

Built with React Native, Golang, Next.js, PostgreSQL and deployed on Google Cloud Platform.

WYSIWYG Editor: Extended Lexical Editor (Meta)

A Meta open-source project I forked and extended

I added a custom extension to support complex Latex equations rendering using a combination of MathJax, KaTeX, and custom React components. This extension allows users to seamlessly integrate complex mathematical expressions into their content, enhancing the editor's capabilities for academic and technical writing.

Built with TypeScript, React, and Lexical Editor (Meta's open-source project).