Hi, I'm Luvuyo Makhanya

Full Stack Developer | API & Integration Specialist

I architect scalable web and mobile solutions, specializing in seamless API integrations and secure payment systems. With a National Diploma in IT (Software Development) and 2+ years of hands-on experience, I bridge the gap between robust backends and intuitive user experiences.

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About Me

Developer

Professional Backend Developer

As a certified IT professional (National Diploma in Software Development), I combine technical expertise with a passion for solving real-world problems. My focus areas include:

Full Stack Development

Designing and deploying end-to-end applications with PHP, JavaScript, and modern frameworks.

API & Payment Integrations

Expertise in RESTful/GraphQL APIs and payment gateways (Yoco, Flutterwave) with a focus on security and performance.

Cross-Platform Mobile Apps

Leveraging FlutterFlow to build responsive, production-ready mobile applications.

System Optimization

Reducing latency by 40%+ in API responses through caching and query optimization.

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Technical Expertise

Core Languages

PHP Advanced
JavaScript (ES6+) Advanced
HTML5 & CSS3 (Tailwind/Bootstrap) Expert
C# (.NET Core) Advanced
SQL (MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL) Expert

Frameworks & Tools

API Development (REST/GraphQL) Expert
FlutterFlow & Flutter (Dart) Advanced
Ionic (Angular/React) Advanced
Node.js & Express Intermediate

DevOps & Additional Skills

API Security
Database Optimization
Responsive Design
API Performance Optimization
Secure Authentication (OAuth, JWT)
Third-Party Integrations (Yoco, Flutterwave, SA Coupons, Google)
Modular & Scalable Architecture
Payment Gatways Intergrations

Featured Projects

E-commerce WebSite

A comprehensive RESTful API for e-commerce applications with payment gateway integration.

Completed:
June 2025
Category:
Web Application
Live: themzansimarketplace.co.za
PHP Yoco APIDog JS(ES6+) MySQL
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User Analytics Dashboard

Secure authentication and authorization system with role-based access control.

Completed:
June 2025
Category:
Web Application
Live: No link - Live contains people's data.
PHP OAuth JQuery TailwindCSS
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Insurance App

Secure authentication and authorization system with role-based access control.

Completed:
Jan 2025
Category:
Web Application
App Store(s): PlayStore
FlutterFlow Firebase PHP MySQL
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Education & Experience

2016 - 2020

Matric Certificate

Sibusisiwe Comprehensive Technical High School
Completed matic with a focus on technical and computer science fundamentals.

2021 - 2024

Diploma in IT (Software Development)

Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT)
Obtained my National Diploma in Information Technology, specializing in full-stack development, APIs, and database systems. Key projects included building secure RESTful APIs and mobile apps with IONIC Framework and web application in C#.

2023 - 2025

Full Stack Developer

The API House (Pty) Ltd. (Internship)
Develop and optimize full-stack applications with a focus on API integrations and payment systems.

  • Developed 5+ Mobile Applications including the Policy Pal App using FlutterFlow, PHP for backend, Firebase for Storage and Authentication
  • Developed 5+ WordPress sites with custom plugins, boosting client traffic.
  • Built 15+ scalable APIs for clients in fintech and e-commerce.
  • Designed AI-driven applications using FlutterFlow, improving user engagement by 25%.
  • Led database migrations (SQL → Firestore), reducing query times by 30%.
  • Mentored junior developers in API security and PHP best practices.
2022 - Present

Website Developer & IT Specialist

The Bradaz Investments (Pty) Ltd.
Spearheaded digital transformation projects for SMEs.

  • Developed or developing websites using HTML5, TailwindCSS and PHP backend, boosting client traffic.
  • Managed cross-functional teams for ICT projects (web design, video ads, tech support).
  • Implemented CRM systems, improving client data management efficiency.

Get In Touch

Contact Information

Feel free to reach out for collaboration opportunities or just to say hello. I'm always open to discussing new projects, creative ideas or opportunities to be part of your vision.

Email

loovoour@gmail.com

Phone

(+27) 69 535 2229

Location

Durban, South Africa