https://github.com/siyabuilds/siyabuilds
https://github.com/siyabuilds/siyabuilds
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- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/siyabuilds/siyabuilds
- Owner: siyabuilds
- Created: 2025-10-18T18:31:13.000Z (8 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2026-03-24T10:23:58.000Z (3 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2026-05-04T01:38:02.826Z (about 2 months ago)
- Size: 25.4 KB
- Stars: 2
- Watchers: 0
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 1
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- Readme: README.md
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README
# Samson Lukhele
Full Stack Developer exploring ideas through software and building useful tools with teams who care about craft.
I enjoy solving messy problems, shipping practical solutions, and learning in the open.
## Overview
- Role: Full Stack Developer
- Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
- Current track: Umuzi rotational internship
- Focus: readable architecture, smooth UX behavior, and collaborative delivery
## Snapshot
- I build across frontend, backend, and deployment workflows.
- I like short feedback loops: ship, learn, iterate.
- I am interested in AI-assisted products, dev tooling, and scalable web platforms.
## Core Stack
## Selected Work
| Project | Summary | Outcome | Stack |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Shukuma](https://github.com/siyabuilds/shukuma) | Fitness platform with routines, progress tracking, and social accountability loops. | Built as a full-stack learning project with clean dashboards and practical API wiring. | Next.js, Tailwind CSS, Express, MongoDB |
| [Zazu - AI Knowledge Assistant](https://github.com/umuzi-org/umuzi-single-source-of-truth) | Internal knowledge assistant using retrieval flows and semantic search. | Collaborated with a team to make internal information easier to find. | Next.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, Gemini AI, Slack API |
| [Carbon Tracker](https://github.com/siyabuilds/carbon-footprint-logger) | Full-stack app for emissions tracking and simple visual reporting. | Explored data modeling, auth flows, and clean reporting UX end to end. | Vite, Express, MongoDB, Chart.js |
| [ChatDuo](https://github.com/siyabuilds/chatduo) | Anonymous messaging concept focused on privacy and low-friction interaction. | Tested real-time product ideas in a compact social app prototype. | Next.js, TypeScript, React |
| [AI Powered Dev Blog](https://github.com/siyabuilds/ai_powered_devblog) | AI-assisted developer blog workflow and publishing pipeline. | Improved content throughput while keeping a technical writing flow. | Astro, OpenAI, GitHub Actions |
### Live Links
- Carbon Tracker: Vite, Express, MongoDB, Chart.js | Demo: [carbontrackr.vercel.app](https://carbontrackr.vercel.app)
- Shukuma: Next.js, Tailwind, Express, MongoDB | Demo: [shukuma.samson.codes](https://shukuma.samson.codes)
- ChatDuo: Next.js, TypeScript, React | Demo: [chatduo.samson.codes](https://chatduo.samson.codes)
- Zazu - AI Knowledge Assistant: Next.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, Gemini AI, Slack API | Code: [umuzi-org/umuzi-single-source-of-truth](https://github.com/umuzi-org/umuzi-single-source-of-truth)
- AI Powered Dev Blog: Astro, OpenAI, GitHub Actions | Demo: [blog.samson.codes](https://blog.samson.codes)
## Current Focus
- Advanced TypeScript patterns and API design
- PostgreSQL modeling and performant query patterns
- Better testing discipline and production reliability
- Team-first collaboration and maintainable delivery
## Connect
- Portfolio: [samsonlukhele.me](https://samsonlukhele.me)
- GitHub: [@siyabuilds](https://github.com/siyabuilds)
- LinkedIn: [Siyabonga Lukhele](https://www.linkedin.com/in/siyabuilds)
- WhatsApp: [+27 66 541 7071](https://wa.me/27665417071)
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