I'm a Software Development Student at WeThinkCode_ with a passion for building scalable full-stack applications and solving complex logic puzzles. I thrive on turning abstract ideas into functional, clean code.

• 🎓 Current Pursuit: Software Engineering Diploma at WeThinkCode_
• 🌍 Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
• 💡 Interests: Systems Design, API Development, and UI/UX Design
• 🚀 Goal: Becoming a Full-Stack Developer

Languages & Core

Frontend & Tools

Note: Many of my core engineering projects are hosted on a private GitLab instance to comply with WeThinkCode_ Academic Integrity policies.

Java | Socket Programming | JUnit

• Developed a distributed system with Client-Server architecture supporting multiple robot connections.
• Implemented complex command handling and maze-solving logic using strict OOP principles.

Java | Networking | Concurrency

• Engineered a socket-based application to master networking fundamentals.
• Managed concurrency and real-time communication protocols between clients and a central server.

Java | Legacy Code | JUnit

• Worked on extending and refactoring an existing Java codebase.
• Improved system reliability by writing comprehensive unit tests for visibility handling and component logic.

HTML | CSS | JavaScript

• A collection of responsive frontend projects focusing on modern layouts, clean UI, and user experience.

• Digital storytelling and video content creation for brands and competition entries, blending technical logic with creative strategy.

• Advanced Java: Mastering Design Patterns and Concurrency.
• Modern Frontend: Deep diving into React hooks and state management.
• Clean Code: Refining TDD (Test-Driven Development) and refactoring practices.

• 💼 LinkedIn: Boitumelo Rakgole
• 📧 Email: bmakhosazana26@gmail.com

“The only way to learn a new programming language is by writing programs in it.” – Dennis Ritchie