Hi, I am Collins Muka

A passionate full-stack developer specializing in building exceptional digital experiences.

About Me

Developer workspace with code editor and ambient lighting showing my development environment

I am a full-stack developer with a passion for creating beautiful, functional, and user-centered digital experiences. With vast years of knowledge and experience in the field, I am always looking for new and innovative ways to bring my clients' visions to life.

I believe that website development is about creating visually appealling software, solving problems and creating intuitive, enjoyable experiences for users.

When I am not in front of a computer screen, I'm probably hiking, reading, or searching for the perfect cup of coffee.

My Projects

Real-time Messaging App

A Slack-inspired messaging application with real-time chat functionality, user authentication, and persistent data storage. Features dark mode and modern UI design.

Next.js

Firebase

Tailwind CSS

Authentication

Demo Code

Random AI Assistant

An AI-powered application that generates intelligent responses to user prompts. Features a sleek dark theme interface with real-time responses and an intuitive user experience.

AI Integration

Bubble.io

API

UI/UX Design

Demo

Movie Search Application

A dynamic movie search platform that fetches and displays detailed film information from an external API. Features include real-time search, comprehensive movie details, and a responsive dark theme interface.

React.js

API Integration

Responsive Design

State Management

Demo

Professional Certifications

I have invested over 2,400 hours in professional development to build a strong foundation in both frontend and backend technologies. These certifications represent my commitment to mastering the core skills needed to deliver reliable, high-quality web applications that solve real-world problems.

Responsive Web Design

freeCodeCamp • October 2023

Comprehensive certification covering HTML5, CSS3, responsive design principles, accessibility standards, and modern layout techniques including Flexbox and CSS Grid.

HTML5

CSS3

Responsive Design

Accessibility

Flexbox

Verify Certification

JavaScript Algorithms and Data Structures

freeCodeCamp • August 2024

Advanced certification demonstrating proficiency in JavaScript programming, algorithm design, data structures implementation, and problem-solving methodologies.

JavaScript

Algorithms

Data Structures

Problem Solving

ES6+

Verify Certification

Front End Development Libraries

freeCodeCamp • March 2024

Specialized certification in modern frontend frameworks and libraries, including React, Redux, Bootstrap, and SASS, with emphasis on component-based architecture and state management.

React

Redux

Bootstrap

SASS

jQuery

Verify Certification

Back End Development and APIs

freeCodeCamp • May 2024

Comprehensive certification in server-side development, covering Node.js, Express, MongoDB, and RESTful API design principles for building scalable and secure backend services.

Node.js

Express

MongoDB

REST APIs

Authentication

Verify Certification

Skills & Technologies

JavaScript

90%

TypeScript

85%

React

90%

Next.js

85%

Node.js

80%

Express

75%

MongoDB

70%

PostgreSQL

65%

HTML/CSS

95%

Tailwind CSS

90%

Git

85%

Kubernetes

75%

Docker

80%

Get In Touch

I am currently available for freelance work and collaboration. If you have a project that you want to get started, think you need my help with something, or just want to say hello, then get in touch.

collins.muka+devportolio@strathmore.edu

linkedin.com/in/collinsmuka

github.com/coll254-strath