Bolaji Makinde

Frontend Web Developer

Nigeria

About me

My name is Bolaji, and I prefer to be called Sample (a nickname I gave myself). I am super passionate about software engineering and 3D graphics. I've got some experience in 3D graphics, but my laptop wasn't good enough to take it further.

For the past 1 years, I've been working as a frontend developer, building applications that run on the web. Before that, I completed multiple internships to gain industry experience and build my skills. I was a finalist in HNGX, which was awesome - I ranked in the top 400 out of 11,000 participants! I have loved getting guidance from senior devs and learning from my mistakes. My latest side project is a ticketing platform where users can create events, buy tickets, and check in. Event creators can see all the stats, like ticket sales.

When I am not coding, you can find me watching movies, planning my return to gaming (FIFA, anyone?), or taking a stroll. My goals include leveling up my skills in backend development with Java and Spring Boot, and maybe even pursuing a master's degree.

I'm all about learning, creating, and pushing myself to be a better developer. Welcome to my portfolio, where you can check out my projects and see what I am all about!

Skills

Next.js
React
Typescript
Tailwind
Git
Supabase

Experience

Odogwu Technologies

Dec 2023 - Present

Frontend Developer

As a full-time Frontend Developer, I'm primarily focused on developing and maintaining 'HolidayAlot', our main product. I utilize Next.js and other modern frontend technologies to create responsive and user-friendly interfaces. My responsibilities include implementing new features, implementing the admin dashboard for content creation, optimizing performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of frontend and backend systems.

Ewave Finance

Sep 2023 - Nov 2023

Frontend Developer Intern

As an intern, I played a key role in creating a blog for weekly posts, enhancing the company's content strategy. I contributed to improving the security of the main product, focusing on user authentication processes. Additionally, I worked on enhancing the overall user experience and assisted in integrating payment gateways, expanding the platform's functionality.

HNG Internship

Sep 2023 - Nov 2023

Frontend Developer Intern (Team Lead)

Participated in this learning-focused internship, working on the Zuri Portfolio. As a team lead, I managed a group developing a product to showcase talents and connect them. My responsibilities included working on the email delivery system and the authentication process of the app. I also optimized the email communication system and collaborated with a diverse team of developers, enhancing my ability to work in a fast-paced, project-based environment.

TanFortyFive

Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

Frontend Web Developer Intern

Focused on creating cross-browser compatible web applications. Designed and developed responsive user interfaces and landing pages, significantly enhancing user experience across various devices. Gained valuable experience in modern frontend frameworks and best practices in web development.

Venture Garden Group

Jun 2020 - Jan 2021

Quality Assurance Assistant

Played a key role in User Acceptance Testing, ensuring software met end-users' expectations and requirements. Maintained comprehensive test documentation, including test cases and scripts, which facilitated efficient knowledge transfer within the QA team. This experience provided a strong foundation in software quality assurance practices.

Projects

Zuri Portfolio

A market place that connects talents

Live

Audiophile e-commerce website

A simple E-commerce website

Live

Photosnap multi-page website

A multi-page website

Live

IP address checker

A Tracker that displays a users IP ADDRESS info, the map shows a users geolocation and pinpoints them.

Live

Simple interactive E-commerce page

An interactive and responsive e-commerce product page, can be easily adapted to whatever design.

Live