About Me
Holding a Bachelor's degree in Information Science from the University of Limpopo (Turfloop Campus) and a Full Stack Web Development certification from HyperionDev, I've journeyed from traditional librarianship to the forefront of modern web development. My professional path started with an internship at the University of Limpopo, leading to diverse roles such as Assistant Librarian in both Information Services and Acquisition departments. Over the years, my skill set expanded from managing electronic resources and record-keeping to mastering front-end and back-end web development. My portfolio showcases my adaptability, with projects ranging from temperature conversion programs to a comprehensive iTunes Search App. The latter, a full-stack application, is a testament to my proficiency in React, Redux, Node.js, and other cutting-edge technologies, underscoring my passion for leveraging technology in innovative and practical ways.
Education
University of Limpopo (Turfloop Campus)
Information Studies, Bachelor
2013-11-29
HyperionDev
Full Stack Web Development, Bootcamp
2023-10-29
Skills
E-Resources Management
OCLC WorldShare
Sierra
HTML
CSS
JavaScript
Node.js
Express.js
React
Next.js
Redux
MongoDB
Mongoose
Axios
Jest
TailwindCSS
Git
GitHub
Heroku
Netlify
Vercel
Render
RapidAPI
Postman
Visual Studio Code
MongoDB Compass
Work Experience
Internship
University of Limpopo
2013-09-04 - 2014-08-29
During my year-long internship at the University of Limpopo Library, I gained hands-on experience across Client Services, Acquisition Management, Information Services, and Technical Services. I honed my customer service skills, managed library resources, aided researchers with their informational needs using electronic databases, and learned cataloguing and classification of library materials. The internship provided me with a holistic understanding of the library's operations, particularly enjoying the challenges in the cataloguing section.
Voluntary
University of Limpopo
2014-09-01 - 2014-11-28
In my role as a Voluntary Client Service member at the University of Limpopo, I managed the library's invoicing and lending system. I was responsible for creating and sending invoices for library dues, managing the library's circulation desk, and maintaining an updated list of students with overdue books for notification purposes.
Assistant Librarian (Information Services)
University of Limpopo
2014-12-01 - 2015-05-31
As an Assistant Librarian for Information Services at the University of Limpopo, I served as the subject librarian for the School of Language and Communication. My duties included supervising shifts, assisting students and staff with research, conducting one-on-one advice sessions, and teaching users how to navigate the library's databases and online catalogue to enhance their self-research skills.
Assistant Librarian (Acquisition)
University of Limpopo
2015-06-01 - Present
In my current role as an Assistant Librarian in the Acquisition department at the University of Limpopo, I manage electronic resources, maintain records, and reconcile invoices with received materials. My deep understanding of financial terminology and my experience with Innovative Interfaces' integrated library system – Sierra, have proven instrumental in my work. Complementing these are my strong communication and interpersonal skills, which help me effectively supervise shifts. My programming skills, evidenced in the various projects I have developed and managed, demonstrate my talent for integrating technology into library services to enhance user experience.