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Dikachi Chikezie

Dikachi Chikezie

Python Developer

Lagos, Nigeria
80
Profile Score

About

I am an experienced Python Developer with a strong background in building scalable, secure, and high-performance web applications. Proficient in Django and Django REST Framework, with hands-on experience in designing and implementing RESTful APIs, managing relational databases, and ensuring smooth backend/frontend integrations.

Skills & Expertise (18)

Python Advanced
8.7/10
4
Years Exp
Rest API Advanced
8.5/10
4
Years Exp
Django Advanced
8.3/10
4
Years Exp
Docker Advanced
8.3/10
3
Years Exp
Postgresql Advanced
8.1/10
4
Years Exp
Microservices Architecture Problem-solving collaboration Teamwork Communication FastAPI GitHub Django Rest Framework HTML5 SQL JavaScript React CSS

Work Experience

Software Engineering Programme

ALX Software Engineering

Nov 2022 - Mar 2024

Participated in the ALX Software Engineering Programme.

Backend Developer (Contract)

Carrier Ltd (Start-Up)

Jan 2022 - Dec 2023

Contributed to design discussions and architecture decisions to improve backend reliability. Collaborated with other developers to determine design, website interaction, and enhancements using tools like bootstrap and other design tools. Developed REST APIs with CRUD functionalities which have low latency and quick response times.

Backend Web Developer Intern

The Next Stage Lab (EdTech Start-Up)

Jan 2021 - Dec 2021

Contributed to RESTful API development and integration with React frontend. Participated in database migration and infrastructure setup for improved performance. Setting up of Databases and initialization of infrastructures needed for a chat feature platform like migration to Postgres, and use of React library. Collaborated with other back-end developers to develop the entirety of backend features including scalable APIs with Django and PostgreSQL.

Backend Developer

APTech

Feb 2024 - Jul 2025

Developed and deployed RESTful and asynchronous APIs using Django and FastAPI. Integrated caching, task queues, and authentication systems to boost performance and security. Implemented CI/CD pipelines with Docker and GitHub Actions, optimizing deployment efficiency. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve backend scalability and system monitoring. Optimized PostgreSQL queries and database schema for large-scale applications.

Education

B.ENG - Cross River State University of Technology (CRUTECH)

2017 - 2023 · Afghanistan

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Profile Score Breakdown

📷 Photo 10/10
📄 Resume 10/10
💼 Job Title 10/10
✍️ Bio 10/10
🛠️ Skills 20/20
🎓 Education 10/10
⏱️ Experience 5/15
💰 Rate 0/5
🏆 Certs 0/5
Verified 5/5
Total Score 80/100

Profile Overview

Member sinceFeb 2026

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Skills (18)

Python Rest API Django Docker Postgresql Microservices Architecture Problem-solving collaboration Teamwork Communication +8 more