Courage Ganyiwa

I'm a Software Developer

About

My name is Courage Ganyiwa, and I am a Software Developer passionate about building modern, scalable, and reliable digital solutions. I specialize in both front-end and back-end development with experience in React, Express, Django, Flask, Laravel, PHP, and JavaScript. I enjoy creating efficient systems that solve real-world business problems and improve user experiences. My skills also include database management, API development, Git version control, Bash scripting, and Linux environments. I have foundational knowledge of the C programming language and a strong interest in software architecture and system optimization. With a background in insurance and risk assessment, I bring analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities into software development. I am committed to writing clean, maintainable code and continuously learning modern technologies and frameworks. I also enjoy collaborating on innovative projects that combine technology, efficiency, and practical business solutions.

Software Developer with Insurance Industry Experience

My professional background combines experience in both the insurance and technology sectors. I spent nearly seven years working in the short-term insurance industry, where I developed valuable skills in risk assessment, problem-solving, communication, and client service. After relocating to a foreign country, I faced the challenge of rebuilding my career without an established professional network or local experience in my preferred field. To support myself during that transition, I took on various roles while continuing to invest in my long-term growth in technology.

  • Birthday: 28 July 1993
  • Phone: +27685844931
  • City: Capetown, RSA
  • Gender: Male
  • Age: 31
  • Certification: Certificate
  • Email: couresma@gmail.com
  • Freelance: Available

Continuous Growth & Learning

Over the past two years, I have focused on strengthening my Full Stack Development skills through continuous learning and practical projects. My journey into software development began with certifications in Web Development and Introduction to Cloud Computing through IBM and Coursera. Since then, I have expanded my knowledge through opensource learning platforms such as freeCodeCamp, CS50, technical documentation, and hands-on development work. Today, I continue building modern software solutions while combining my technical expertise with the analytical and business skills gained from my insurance background.

Happy Clients Core Supplements

Projects we have undertaken

Hours Of Support you gave us

Hard Workers top contributions

Skills

A list of my skills in all fields:

Software Development

HTML 100%
CSS 90%
TypeScript 65%
Django 80%
Flask 70%
JavaScript 75%
Python 70%
Node js 60%
React 70%
Docker 60%
MongoDB 70%
MySQL 70%
Git | Github Actions 60%
Laravel 85%
PHP 70%
Bash 70%

Insurance and Risk Management

Claims Adjusting 80%
Underwritting 60%
Risk Assessing 55%

Resume

My education and professional journey

Education

2015 - 2016

Certificate Of Profeciency

Insurance Institute Of Zimbabwe

After working a few years with no industry certification I decided to get a bare minimum required certification to be able to work in the insurance field so I studied for the certificate of proficiency with Insurance Institute Of Zimbabwe.

2023 - 2024

Web Development & Cloud Computing

IBM Online Full Stack Course

I have always had a passion for computers although I couldn't afford one. IBM offers some great online courses and I took them.

Professional Experience

2024 - Present

Frontend Developer

Core Supplements, South Africa

  • Designed and developed a responsive ecommerce website for a small-scale supplements business using modern web technologies.
  • Built and maintained the online platform to improve product visibility, customer engagement, and business operations.
  • Implemented clean UI design principles with a focus on performance, usability, and mobile responsiveness.
2016 - 2017

Underwriter

Platnum Insurance Brokers, Zim

  • Analyzing insured information and property condition to determine risks.
  • Calculate appropriate premiums based on risk.
  • Approving, declining or adjusting client coverage terms.
  • Ensure policies meet legal and company requirements.
2017 - 2019

Loss Assessor

Blue Lagoon Loss Adjusters, Zim

  • Investigating claims vehicle, property to verify authenticity of claim.
  • Determine the extent of loss and whether it falls under the insurance policy.
  • Identify potential fraudulent claims and gather evidence if necessary.
  • Negotiating with claimants and related parties to reach a settlement.
  • Provide detailed reports with recommendations for claim approval, denial or adjustment.

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Some moments and projects

With Elmo

Core Supplements SA

Promoting Core Supplements

Another Happy Client

Services

Full Stack Development

Offering Full Stack Software development services.I build and maintain your web applications, both the front-end (user interface) and back-end (server-side logic and databases) with Javascript, Python , Node js using libraries and frameworks like Django, Flask React and Express

Mantainance and Security

Following security best practice I offer mantainance and online security Services to help protect your data. Implementing secure coding practices, monitoring for vulnerabilities, and ensuring regular updates and patches are taken care of.

Loss Adjusting

The Insurance Industry is getting bigger than ever, but the shortage of adjusters has seen an increase in fraudulent activities in the insurance sector.I provide motor-vehicle and property claim asssesments helping insurers to investigate claims accurately and offer their clients indemnity

Property and Motor Evaluation

Often times insured client or an insurance company may want to collect data on the client's insurable property. This data will help the insurance company to make decision and accurately calculate the risk premium.To ease workload on aquiring the data I provide property and motor evaluation for Risk Management purposes.

Testimonials

Testimonials are on the way. If you enjoyed working with me and appreciated the service provided, I’d be happy to feature your feedback here in the future. Deal?

Contact

Feel free to get in touch so we get straight down to work.

Address

Ginya Street, Kraaifontein East, Western Cape

Call Me

+27 685 844 931

Email Me

couresma@gmail.com

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