Backend Developer & Security Enthusiast

Cleven G

Exploring technology by breaking the rules to see the truth in the rubble. Top GitHub contributor from Tanzania, specializing in secure, scalable systems.

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Philosophy

"True understanding isn't found in a specification document; it’s found in the wreckage of a failed deployment."

Motto #0

"If a meeting lasts longer than a build, I've already lost the context. Let me find the edge cases by jumping off the cliff."

Motto #1

"Don't tell me what will happen when it breaks; let me break it and watch the logs tell the story."

Motto #2

"A meeting might tell me why it works, but a system crash tells me exactly how it fails; I don't build software to talk about the rules—I break them to see the truth in the rubble."

Motto #3

The Story

I am a developer who thrives on uncertainty and risk. Most people prefer to read the manual; I prefer to push a system to its limits until it collapses, then meticulously study the logs to understand why. This "learn by breaking" methodology allows me to see how technologies truly react in real-world scenarios where things rarely go according to the specification.

As one of the top GitHub users in Tanzania, I've dedicated over 2 years to mastering the backend. My current focus is integrating modern Django frameworks into tourism infrastructure in Northern Tanzania, including the Kilimanjaro region, to drive digital transformation.

I believe that software is a living organism. To understand it, you must observe its behavior under stress. That's why I'm deeply interested in cybersecurity and emerging tech—fields where the rules are constantly being rewritten and the only constant is change.

Tools & Environment

Operating Systems

Kali Linux (Current) Kali Mint + Win 11 (Transitioning)

Development Stack

Python (Django/Flask) SQLite (Dev) MySQL (Prod) SQLite Browser

IDEs & Workflow

VS Code (Scalability & Extensions) PyCharm (Future: Sophisticated Integration) Git

Projects

Backend Live

Portfolio Website

A modern portfolio website built with Django and REST API. Features full CRUD operations, GitHub integration, and SEO optimization with JSON-LD schema.

Django Python MySQL REST API

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Backend In Progress

Tourism Website Integration

Modernizing tourism websites with Django framework to enhance reliability and promote tourism in Northern Tanzania, including Kilimanjaro region. Implementing modern features for better user experience and digital transformation.

Django Python REST API MySQL

Inspiration

Prison Break

Sparked my deep interest in cryptography and systemic security. Observing how complex systems can be mapped, understood, and ultimately bypassed or reinforced through structural analysis.

The Social Network

Demonstrated the power of transforming abstract knowledge into technology that reshapes human relationships and societal interactions. A testament to how simple code can scale into global influence.

FAQ

What services do you offer?

I offer backend development services specializing in Django and Flask, web application development, REST API design and implementation, database design and optimization with MySQL, and technical consulting for digital transformation.

What is your typical project timeline?

Project timelines vary based on complexity. A simple web application typically takes 2-4 weeks, while more complex projects with multiple integrations can take 2-3 months.

What technologies do you specialize in?

I specialize in Django, Flask, Python, MySQL, REST APIs, and follow OWASP security best practices. I also provide technical advice for digital transformation initiatives in the era of AI.

Contact

contact@cleven.dev

Open for freelance projects, collaborations, and job opportunities. Available for technical consulting on digital transformation.

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