Hello, I am
Henrike, a Software Developer, a Passionate Designer, an Entrepreneur

Based in Cape Town

About Me

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I am currently 25 years of age, spending most of my days as a Software Engineer at Bash.

I graduated from Stellenbosch University in 2020 with a BSc Mathematical Sciences degree where I majored in both Computer Science and Genetics

I know that these are two very diverse and different fields, but that is also how I would describe my personality. I am equally “left” and “right-brained”. I reason logically and think analytically but intuitively and creatively. I am an obsessive planner, detail-oriented and passionate about problem-solving and design.

That is why I am currently employed as a full-stack software engineer. Full-stack allows me to write clean code for the front and back-end of software as well as be involved in the designing of user interfaces.

I thus get to quench my desire for aesthetically pleasing designs in addition to working with logic and databases.

Education


Hoërskool Nelspruit

— 2012 - 2016

I graduated in the year of 2016 with a distinction and admission to University.


DUX (Head girl):

In my final year, I was elected as the chair of the council, serving as the President/DUX of Hoërskool Nelspruit. This was a significant achievement and a recognition of my leadership qualities.

My programming skills.

During my time at university, I have been exposed to programming languages such as: Java, C, Assembly, HTML, CSS, SQL, Javascript, TypeScript and Python .

Here's my self-assessed knowledge rating for various languages:

HTML & CSS
80%
Java
60%
C
65%
C#
75%
Python
80%

My Experience

2022 - current

Bash

I am currently employed as a Intermediate full-stack Engineer at Bash (previously known as TFG Labs).

2021

Wedding Planner

Authored and published a wedding planner containing the A to Z (literally) on what to do before you say I do. Find more details here or click on the shop tab.

2021 - 2022

Code Collective

At Code Collective, I was a full-stack .NET Software Developer for 13 months. My work focused on developing and enhancing the Guidepost platform, which uses AI-powered personalised coaching to improve the lives of people with diabetes. Clinically trained coaches provide individual support to those with diabetes, which has been recognised by insurers and device makers for its benefits.

2017 - 2020

Stellenbosch University

I was a full-time student studying Computer Science and Genetics.

2020 - Current

Freelance

I created this website, experimenting with web-developement.

2019

Hotel Manager

During the holiday season, I was in charge of managing the Augrabies Valle Guesthouse. My duties included handling reservations, financial transactions, and client administration.

2019

Nel Brothers

During the harvesting and packing season, I had the privilege of serving as an assistant in the office of Alkara, which is one of Nel Brothers' numerous farms. My duties included worker administration, which entailed logging their attendance, working hours, efficiency, and productivity on an Excel spreadsheet daily. This was essential in computing their compensation at the end of each month. In addition, I was tasked with keeping track of the number of pallets, boxes, and bags of grapes packed each day, as well as calculating the amount of grapes that would be used for raisins.

Achievements

Top 10 academic achievers

2012 - 2016

I was ranked one of the top 10 academic learners each term for four years in High School and achieved an average above 90% each year.

Scholarship at the New York Conservatory of Dramatic Arts

2014

During my sophomore year of high school, I was scouted to participate in the international Eisteddfod, known as AMTC (Actors, Models and Talent for Christ). The AMTC is an annual event that gathers aspiring performers from all over the world to showcase their talents and receive training from renowned professionals in the entertainment industry.

National Champion

2015

In 2015, during my 11th grade year, I won first place in the bilingual division of the Radical Speakers' national championships with a score of 92.25% (A+).

Representative Council

2012 - 2015

During my time in high school, I actively participated in various extracurricular activities. I served on the student representative council every year from 8th to 12th grade (2012-2015).

DUX (Head girl)

2015/2016

In 2015/2016 I became the chair of the school's representative council, receiving the highest student leadership position and operating as the presidente/DUX of Hoërskool Nelspruit.

Co-Director of School Play

2013-2016

Aside from my role in the student council, I also served as co-director of the school play from 2013 to 2016. This experience helped me develop my creativity and organizational skills by managing a team of actors to produce a successful production.

Author for School newspaper

2013-2015

Additionally, I was an author for the school's newspaper from 2013 to 2015. This role allowed me to hone my writing skills and contribute to the school's communication efforts.

Irene Ladies Residence

2017-2019

During my time at Stellenbosch University, I resided in Irene Ladies Residence for two years and participated actively in multiple committees from 2017 to 2018. These committees included Women Empowerment, Prim, Clothing, Social Media and Marketing, Big-Sis, Little-Sis, and Irene for Irene.

+27 720 351 440

Cape Town
Western Cape
7441

henrike.nel@icloud.com

henrike.nel@gmail.com

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