Hello, I'm

Rufaro Mugabe

Software Engineering student at HIT, specializing in mobile and web development with a passion for AI integration.

Featured Projects

Explore my technical projects across mobile apps, web applications, AI integrations, and more.

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Flutter
Dart
Google Gemini
SharedPreferences

Utano

AI-powered food safety & health assistant that analyzes food images and personal health profiles for real-time dietary guidance

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Flutter
Google Classroom API
SQLite

Student Companion

Academic assistant app for Zimbabwean universities with smart timetables, notices, and resource organization

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Next.js
Node.js
Vector Search

CV Portal

Automated job matching platform that analyzes CVs and connects candidates to relevant opportunities

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Node.js
TypeScript
Google Gemini

n8n-nodes-gemini-search

Custom n8n nodes to integrate Google Gemini AI models for search and content generation

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Next.js
Vercel
Stripe

ZimBrew

Clean, minimalist e-commerce website showcasing curated Zimbabwean coffee blends

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Next.js
Vercel
TypeScript

Ministry of ICT Website

Official portal for Zimbabwe's Ministry of ICT, Postal & Courier Services

Skills & Expertise

A comprehensive toolkit of technologies and skills I've mastered throughout my career.

AI & Machine Learning

  • Google Gemini Integration
  • Vector Search & RAG
  • Computer Vision
  • Natural Language Processing
  • AI Flow Automations
  • Machine Learning Models

Web Development

  • Next.js & React
  • Node.js & Express
  • HTML5 & CSS3
  • REST APIs
  • UI/UX Design
  • Vercel Deployment

Infrastructure

  • Docker Containers
  • GitHub Actions CI/CD
  • Kubernetes Clusters
  • Coolify Deployment
  • Database Management

Cloud & DevOps

  • AWS Services
  • Google Cloud
  • Serverless Functions
  • Cloud Security
  • Performance Optimization

Mobile Development

  • Flutter Development
  • Dart Programming
  • SharedPreferences
  • Native Features
  • Cross-platform Apps
  • Mobile UI/UX

Languages & Technologies

JavaScriptJavaScript
TypeScriptTypeScript
DartDart
FlutterFlutter
Next.jsNext.js
SQLSQL
HTML/CSSHTML/CSS

About Me

Software Engineering student at Harare Institute of Technology, specializing in mobile and web development with a focus on AI integration.

My Story

I'm a passionate Software Engineering student at Harare Institute of Technology, dedicated to building intuitive, high-impact applications that solve real-world problems.

My expertise spans mobile development with Flutter & Dart, web development using Next.js & React, and AI integration leveraging Google's Gemini models and other cutting-edge technologies.

As a co-founder of afrAInity Technologies, I lead AI-driven R&D initiatives and ensure successful product delivery through iterative development and strong client collaboration.

Experience

Apr 2023 - Present

Co-Founder & Project Manager

afrAInity Technologies

Leading AI-driven R&D and product delivery, achieving 50% boost in client satisfaction through iterative feedback loops.

Dec 2022 - Jun 2023

Sales Consultant

Econet Wireless (Onmask Investments)

Delivered technical and sales support, achieving top-quarter customer satisfaction ratings.

2023 - 2027

BTech (Hons) Software Engineering

Harare Institute of Technology

Specializing in mobile and web development with focus on AI integration.

2024 - Present

Student Researcher

Center of Artificial Intelligence (HIT)

Conducting face-recognition and object-detection system research using MobileNetV2 and FastAPI.

2021 - 2022

A-Level, ZIMSEC

Cheziya Gokwe High School

Achieved 18 points in A-Level examinations.

Interests & Extras

Sports & Activities

Volleyball player, chess enthusiast, and adventure seeker

Languages

Fluent in English and Shona

Fav Quote

Be nice for no reason!

Get In Touch

Have a project in mind or want to explore collaboration opportunities? I'd love to hear from you!

Contact Information

Email

rufarorevmugabe@gmail.com

Feel free to email me about any questions or inquiries

Social Media

@rufaromugabe

Connect with me on LinkedIn, GitHub, or Twitter

Let's Work Together

I'm currently available for freelance work and open to discussing new opportunities. If you have a project that needs expertise in AI/ML integrations, web development, or infrastructure solutions, I'd be excited to collaborate.

Send Me a Message