Richard Omankoy

As the founder and sole employee of Predily, my passion for revolutionizing music recommendations led me to establish this innovative mobile app. Predily is a social network dedicated to transforming the way users discover and recommend talented artists to their friends through captivating mini-video teasers. Key Responsibilities: - Conceptualized and developed the Predily app from ideation to implementation, leveraging my expertise in mobile development and user experience design. - Designed and implemented the app's core features, including user profiles, video uploading, recommendation algorithms, and social networking capabilities. - Established partnerships and collaborations with emerging artists, music labels, and industry influencers to enrich the app's content and user experience. - Implemented strategies to promote user engagement and growth, including social media marketing, influencer outreach, and community engagement initiatives. - Managed all aspects of the app's operations, from technical maintenance and updates to user support and feedback management. - Continuously innovated and iterated on the app's features and functionalities based on user feedback and market trends. About Predily: Predily is on a mission to revolutionize music discovery by empowering users to connect their fate with the success of the artists they support. Our platform provides a unique social experience where recommendations are not just subjective opinions but objective indicators of talent and potential.

As the Flutter Lead Developer at Ya Poto, I led a small team of 2 developers in the development of an innovative e-commerce application catering to the African diaspora living in Europe. Our app aimed to facilitate the purchase of food and essentials for their families in Africa, bridging the gap between continents. Key Contributions: - Led a team of 2 developers in the design, development, and deployment of the e-commerce application using Flutter and Dart, ensuring cross-platform compatibility and optimal performance. - Worked closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications, overseeing the entire development lifecycle from conception to delivery. - Leveraged Firebase for backend services, enabling features such as user authentication, real-time data synchronization, and cloud storage functionalities to enhance the overall user experience. - Collaborated with backend developers utilizing NodeJS to develop robust APIs that facilitated seamless communication between the mobile app frontend and the server. - Implemented payment processing using Stripe, ensuring secure and efficient transactions for users purchasing goods for their families in Africa. - Conducted code reviews, provided technical guidance, and mentored junior developers to ensure high code quality and adherence to best practices. - Contributed to the architecture and design decisions, prioritizing scalability, flexibility, and maintainability of the e-commerce platform. - Played a key role in defining the product roadmap, identifying new features and enhancements to meet the evolving needs of our users and stakeholders. About Ya Poto: Ya Poto is a groundbreaking e-commerce platform dedicated to serving the African diaspora living in Europe. Our mission is to empower users to easily purchase food and essentials for their families in Africa, fostering connections and strengthening bonds across continents.

As the sole developer at YourUnivers, I spearheaded the development of an innovative VR headset renting iOS and Android application. Our app aimed to provide users with an immersive gaming experience while allowing them to track and share their achievements seamlessly. Key Contributions: - Solely led the development efforts, utilizing my expertise in mobile development technologies such as Flutter and Dart to create a cross-platform application compatible with both iOS and Android devices. - Worked independently to design and implement features that enhanced user engagement and interaction within the VR gaming environment, without the assistance of a larger development team. - Integrated Firebase for backend services, enabling real-time data synchronization, user authentication, and cloud storage functionalities. - Developed robust APIs using NodeJS to facilitate seamless communication between the mobile app frontend and backend server. - Collaborated closely with UX/UI designers using Adobe XD to ensure a visually appealing and intuitive user interface, enhancing the overall user experience. - Implemented API integrations independently to enable features such as achievement tracking, user profile management, and social sharing within the app. - Conducted thorough testing and debugging independently to ensure the stability, performance, and security of the application across different platforms and devices. About YourUnivers: YourUnivers is dedicated to revolutionizing the gaming experience through immersive VR technologies. The VR headset renting application aims to provide users with access to a diverse range of VR games while enabling them to track and share their achievements with friends and fellow gamers.

(Freelance Role) Served as a Mobile Developer for Peters Group, a delivery solution provider based in Brussels, Belgium. Collaborated with business partners to develop a comprehensive mobile and web application for managing orders efficiently. Leveraged a modern tech stack including Flutter, Dart, Firebase, NodeJS, Adobe XD, and API integrations to deliver a robust and user-friendly solution tailored to the specific needs of the business. Key Responsibilities: - Worked closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications for mobile and web application development. - Developed and maintained the business mobile and web app using Flutter and Dart, ensuring cross-platform compatibility and optimal performance. - Integrated Firebase for real-time data synchronization, user authentication, and cloud storage functionalities. - Implemented backend services and APIs using NodeJS, facilitating seamless communication between the mobile/web frontend and the database. - Create intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces using Adobe XD. - Conducted thorough testing and debugging to ensure the reliability and functionality of the application across different devices and platforms. - Provided ongoing support and maintenance, addressing any issues or enhancements required by the business partners.

(Junior Engineer, Multiple Startup App Projects) As a Mobile Developer at Bconcept, a vibrant startup incubator in Nairobi, Kenya, I had the opportunity to work on a variety of exciting projects spanning different industries. Collaborating as part of a dynamic team, I contributed to the development of mobile applications for startup ventures in delivery services, social media, e-commerce, and rental platforms. Utilizing a diverse tech stack including ReactJS, React Native, Swift, Solidity, ExpressJS, Flutter, Dart, Firebase, NodeJS, Adobe XD, and API integrations, I played a pivotal role in bringing innovative ideas to life. Key Contributions: - Engaged in the full lifecycle of mobile app development, from conceptualization and design to implementation and deployment. - Leveraged ReactJS and React Native to create responsive and feature-rich mobile applications, ensuring seamless user experiences across platforms. - Integrated backend services using ExpressJS and NodeJS, facilitating data retrieval, storage, and manipulation. - Implemented cross-platform solutions with Flutter and Dart, optimizing development efficiency and code reuse. - Utilized Firebase for real-time database management, user authentication, and cloud messaging functionalities. - Collaborated with designers using Adobe XD to create intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces. Highlighted Projects: - Contributed to the development of a delivery service app, streamlining order management and logistics for both users and merchants. - Played a key role in building a social media platform, implementing features such as user profiles, feeds, messaging, and content sharing. - Supported the creation of an e-commerce app, integrating payment gateways, inventory management systems, and order tracking functionalities. - Participated in the development of a rental platform app, facilitating peer-to-peer transactions, booking management, and communication channels.

(6-month Internship) Joined a dynamic development team in Nairobi, Kenya, as a Swift Developer Intern, contributing to the creation and enhancement of iOS applications. Collaborated closely with senior developers and designers to implement new features, debug code, and optimize app performance. Assisted in the development and testing phases, gaining hands-on experience in the complete software development lifecycle. Additionally, participated in team meetings and brainstorming sessions, fostering a collaborative environment for innovation and problem-solving. Key Contributions: - Developed UI components and implemented functionality according to project specifications. - Conducted code reviews and assisted in identifying and resolving bugs and performance issues. - Supported in the integration of third-party APIs and services. - Contributed to the design and implementation of user interfaces, ensuring a seamless user experience. - Actively participated in team discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions, enhancing technical skills and domain knowledge.