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Jericho Katende
Software Developer

I'm Jericho, a Software Developer passionate about creating intelligent systems that solve real-world problems.

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About Me

I'm a passionate Software Developer with expertise in building intelligent systems that solve real-world problems

Jericho Katende

With a strong foundation in full-stack development and AI/ML, I specialize in creating innovative solutions that bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and practical applications.

My work spans from developing mobile applications and web platforms to implementing machine learning models and explainable AI systems. I've demonstrated ability through participation in hackathons and high-impact projects throughout Africa.

Currently working as a Software Developer at PayTota, I'm driven to make a significant contribution to innovation in tech-driven settings.

Technical Skills

Python
Dart
SQL
JavaScript
C
Power BI
DAX
Pandas
NumPy
Flutter
Django
RESTful APIs
MySQL
Firebase
Google Cloud Platform
Git
GitHub
JIRA
LangChain
RAG
scikit-learn
TensorFlow

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Makerere University

Jan 2022 - Jan 2025 • Grade: 4.17

Activities & Societies:

Mobile Application Development, Web Development, Data Science, Computer Vision, Database Management

Coursework Focus:

Software Development, Database Management, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Networks

Advanced Level (A-Level)

St. Mary's College Kisubi

Feb 2019 - May 2021 • Grade: 18 Points

Ordinary Level (O-Level)

Our Lady of Good Counsel SSS Gayaza

Feb 2015 - Nov 2019 • Grade: 15 Aggregates

Professional Experience

My journey in building impactful software solutions

Software Developer

PayTota

Nov 2025 - Present • Kampala, Uganda

Current
  • Build and maintain API-driven payment systems
  • Implement mobile-first features and integrations for a payment gateway aggregator

Data Analyst

Armada Credit Bureau

Nov 2024 - Oct 2025 • Kampala, Uganda

  • Analysed CRB data to improve credit reporting and scoring processes
  • Designed and built dashboards and validation tools to improve data accuracy and reliability
  • Translated analytical insights into actionable recommendations for financial decision-making

AI for Impact Hackathon - Semifinalist

A2SV

Jul 2024 - Sep 2024 • Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Remote)

  • Ranked among the top 32 teams out of 1,118 teams across Africa
  • Developed WellCareBot, an LLM-driven mental health chatbot using LangGraph/LangChain (agents), Flutter (frontend), Flask (backend), RAG, and Firebase

Mobile Application Developer

AirQo, Makerere University

Jun 2023 - May 2024 • Kampala, Uganda

  • Implemented new features for the AirQo mobile app using Flutter and Dart, improving functionality for real-time air quality monitoring
  • Optimized app performance and reliability for better user experience on low-end devices

Certifications

Professional certifications and courses that validate my expertise

Data Science & Analytics

HP

Dec 2024

Introduction to LangGraph

LangChain

Mar 2025

Data Visualization using Power BI

Udemy

Jun 2025

Introduction to DAX in Power BI

DataCamp

Jun 2025

GDPR Foundations

Measured Collective

Feb 2025

Intro to Data Science (Job Simulation)

Commonwealth Bank (Forage)

Feb 2025

Featured Projects

Interactive case studies showcasing real-world solutions

Ganda Organics screenshot
Web Development

Ganda Organics

E-commerce Platform for Organic Products

A modern e-commerce website for organic products featuring product catalog, shopping cart, and seamless checkout experience.

Next.js
React
Tailwind CSS
TypeScript
+1 more
Sign Language Translator (Signer) screenshot
AI/ML

Sign Language Translator (Signer)

Explainable Real-Time Sign Language to Text Translation

Read the Research (Conference) Paper

A real-time computer vision mobile app that translates sign language gestures into readable text using deep learning and explainable AI.

Flutter
TensorFlow
Python
OpenCV
+3 more
Bismillah KS Medical Centre screenshot
Web Development

Bismillah KS Medical Centre

Healthcare Services Website

A professional healthcare services website featuring service listings, doctor profiles, and appointment booking.

HTML5
CSS3
JavaScript
Bootstrap
+1 more
Beauty Adventures Safaris screenshot
Web Development

Beauty Adventures Safaris

Tourism & Travel Agency Website

A vibrant tourism website showcasing safari packages, travel experiences, and booking services across Uganda.

HTML5
CSS3
JavaScript
Bootstrap
Wunderschon Safaris screenshot
Web Development

Wunderschon Safaris

Luxury Safari Experiences

A premium safari company website offering luxury travel experiences and wildlife adventures in East Africa.

HTML5
CSS3
JavaScript
Bootstrap
WellCareBot screenshot
AI/ML

WellCareBot

LLM-powered Mental Health Chatbot

AI-powered chatbot providing CBT and IPT-informed mental health support with RAG implementation.

Flutter
LangChain/LangGraph
Flask
RAG
+2 more
Sign Language Translator (Signer) screenshot
AI/ML

Sign Language Translator (Signer)

Explainable Real-Time Sign Language to Text Translation

Read the Research (Conference) Paper

A real-time computer vision mobile app that translates sign language gestures into readable text using deep learning and explainable AI.

Flutter
TensorFlow
Python
OpenCV
+3 more
AirQo Mobile App screenshot
Mobile

AirQo Mobile App

Air Quality Monitoring Platform

Enhanced the AirQo mobile application for real-time air quality monitoring across Uganda, implementing key features and performance optimizations.

Flutter
Dart
REST APIs
Firebase
+2 more

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