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Full-stack development, backend systems and data analysis experience for hiring managers and recruiters.

CANDIDATE SUMMARY

Kevin van Deventer

Full-Stack Developer & Data Analyst

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I build web applications, APIs and data-driven business systems. My experience combines current React, Next.js and TypeScript development with Node.js, Express and MongoDB backend work, plus Power BI reporting. I am interested in full-stack, web, React / Next.js and Node.js roles, as well as suitable data analyst or BI opportunities.

Development & Data Tools

  • Next.js - Core
  • React - Library
  • Node & Express - Backend
  • Ruby on Rails - Full-stack
  • MongoDB - Database
  • Power BI & SQL - Reporting
  • Tailwind CSS - Styling
  • TypeScript - Logic
  • Firebase - Data
  • PostgreSQL - Database
  • Cloudflare - Edge
  • Technical SEO - Web delivery

TECHNICAL STACK

Tools for web applications, backend systems and reporting

Development & Data: 12 Core Tools

AI-ASSISTED ENGINEERING WORKFLOW

Practical assistance for planning, implementation, and review

Planning

Planning & Exploration

Clarifying Options & Requirements

AI tools support brainstorming, drafting questions, and comparing possible approaches before I choose an implementation.

IDE Assistance

Development Assistance

Drafting & Iteration

AI-assisted development helps with repetitive code, documentation drafts, and exploring fixes while I keep control of the implementation.

Review

Review & Verification

Checking the Result

Generated suggestions are checked against the requirements, existing code, and relevant documentation before being accepted.

Developer-Led Workflow

I use AI-assisted development tools as part of a wider workflow that includes reading documentation, writing code, testing changes, and understanding the business problem. I remain responsible for the technical decisions and the work delivered.

01

Start With the Problem

Define the user need, constraints, and expected result before using AI to help draft a solution.

02

Apply Developer Judgment

Review generated work for fit, readability, data handling, and integration with the existing application.

03

Verify the Change

Use relevant lint, type, build, and functional checks to assess the result and catch regressions.

Primary Tech Stack

Frontend

TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Next.js, Tailwind CSS, HTML and CSS.

Backend & APIs

Node.js, Express, MongoDB / Mongoose, REST APIs, authentication, authorization and third-party integrations.

Data & Reporting

Power BI, SQL, PostgreSQL, Firebase and Arbutus Analyzer.

Additional Development & CMS

Ruby / Rails, Vue.js, collaborative Astro project experience, WordPress, Sanity and HubSpot CMS / CRM.

Delivery

Git / GitHub, domain and hosting setup, website transfers, Vite, Figma, responsive UI, technical SEO, web performance and deployment / hosting.

Professional Experience

Independent Full-Stack Developer & Contract Data Analyst

2023–Present

FullWebDevKev / project-based clients

Build websites, web applications, APIs, database-backed workflows and CMS integrations, alongside contract Power BI dashboards and recurring business reporting.

Lead Developer & Digital Operations Manager

Jan 2022–Dec 2023

Fitzgerald Housing & Charity · Australia / Remote

Led a seven-person cross-functional team across web development, WordPress, content and digital operations. Prototyped and presented a React-based redevelopment, then led the approved direction within company-managed systems. The personal repository is a prototype; final production source is company-owned.

Design, Marketing & Web Development Instructor

Sep 2022–Mar 2023

International School of Siem Reap · Cambodia

Taught design, marketing and web development, explaining technical concepts and supporting learners with practical digital skills.

Forensic Data Analyst

Feb 2016–Apr 2017

Shield Technology · Pretoria, South Africa

Used Arbutus Analyzer extensively for forensic data analysis and investigation work.

Explore the education workflows in Teach2Track and the map interface and authenticated API in Deeder. For reporting work, see my data analysis and Power BI services.

View selected projects and source availability

Core Strengths

Software and Data Together

Build interfaces and backend workflows with an understanding of the data they produce and the reporting a business needs.

Business and Team Experience

Bring development leadership, digital operations and stakeholder communication to practical product decisions.

Clear Technical Communication

Draw on teaching experience to explain technical concepts and collaborate with both developers and nontechnical colleagues.

EMPLOYMENT CONTEXT

Role & Location

STATUSAVAILABLE FOR HIRE
ROLE TYPESCONTRACT, REMOTE, FULL-TIME
LOCATION Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
TIMEZONE UTC+7 · Remote
CONTACT FOR OPPORTUNITIES

Education & Languages

OpenClassrooms
Full-Stack Developer Diploma
Bachelor's-level credential / EQF Level 6
Completed 2025

North-West University
University studies in Law and Psychology
Non-degree studies

Languages
English and Afrikaans: C2 / proficient

Developer Links

Download CV (PDF) GitHub Profile LinkedIn Profile Direct WhatsApp

LET'S DISCUSS YOUR NEXT STEP

Hiring for your team or planning a business project? Share the role, requirements or reporting challenge, and we can discuss how I can help.

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