Full-Stack Developer · Redcliff, Zimbabwe
I design and develop scalable web applications, mobile apps, and cloud-connected systems, from database architecture to pixel-perfect UI, for clients who want quality over shortcuts.
About
I'm Brian Mapurisa, a full-stack Software Developer based in Redcliff, Zimbabwe, with a background in Engineering, Mathematics, and Statistics. I build end-to-end digital solutions, from database schema to deployment, without handing off responsibility between teams. I am also an AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, and hold a Chemical Engineering degree.
My work spans property platforms, vehicle marketplaces, IoT dashboards, and career guidance apps. Every project is approached with the same discipline: understand the problem deeply, choose the right architecture, and build something that lasts.
Beyond development, I occasionally tutor college-level Mathematics and STEM subjects such as Programming, a discipline that keeps my thinking sharp and my problem-solving methodical.
End-to-End Ownership
From architecture decisions to deployment pipelines — I handle every layer of a project so nothing falls through the cracks.
Production-First Thinking
I build for real users and real scale. Performance, security, and maintainability are not afterthoughts.
Clear Communication
You'll always know what's been built, why decisions were made, and what's coming next. No black boxes.
African Market Context
I understand low-bandwidth environments, multi-currency requirements, and the nuances of building for emerging markets.
Services
Whether you need a web platform, a mobile app, a cloud backend, or a complete digital system, I scope it, build it, and ship it. No outsourcing, no hidden teams.
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Web Application Development
Full-stack web apps built with React, Next.js, and Node.js. From MVPs to multi-role enterprise systems with authentication, dashboards, and real-time features.
02
Mobile App Development
Cross-platform mobile apps using React Native and Expo. iOS and Android from a single codebase, connected to robust backends.
03
API & Backend Engineering
RESTful and real-time APIs in Node.js, Express, or Golang. Designed for performance, security, and clean integration with any frontend.
04
Database Architecture
Schema design and optimisation across MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and Firebase. Structured for growth, not just the first thousand records.
05
Cloud Infrastructure & Deployment
AWS setup, Vercel deployments, and server configuration. CI/CD pipelines, environment management, and production-ready hosting.
06
UI/UX Design & Prototyping
Interface design in Figma before a line of code is written. Clean, functional interfaces that guide users without confusing them.
Technology Stack
Frontend
Backend
Databases
Cloud & Tools
Selected Work
Marketplace · Automotive
A vehicle marketplace platform with advanced image handling, LHD/RHD configuration, admin dashboards, listing management, and seller verification flows built for the local market.
Marketplace · Equipment Rental
An equipment rental marketplace for Harare, connecting contractors with rental providers. Includes admin panel, booking system, email notifications, and cPanel deployment.
EdTech · Career Guidance
An AI-powered career guidance mobile application for Zimbabwean school students. Features student, teacher, and admin portals with Groq LLaMA AI recommendations, subject analysis, and performance analytics.
IoT · Agriculture
An IoT farm management platform with real-time sensor monitoring, Leaflet maps, MQTT data streams, role-based access control, and cloud deployment across Vercel and Render.
Corporate · Web Presence
A bold corporate website for a Southern African construction and mining consultancy. Custom React frontend with distinctive design system, animation, and brand identity.
Get In Touch
Whether you have a detailed spec or just an idea on a napkin, I'm happy to discuss your project. I typically respond within 24 hours.