Lekhetho Nteso

Motivated Software Developer with a Diploma in Systems Development and hands-on experience building Java, PHP and JavaScript applications backed by MySQL. Demonstrated ability to write clean, maintainable code, debug issues, and collaborate via Git/GitHub, seeking an internship to further develop skills under senior mentorship.

Software Developer at Freelance / Self-Employed (2023-01 – Present)

• Designed and delivered a Java-based Event Management System with full CRUD for 500+ events, improving scheduling efficiency by 25%.
• Implemented MySQL integration and validation logic, reducing data entry errors by 30% in the Inter SA Boarded Passengers System.
• Built a full-stack Smart Retail System using HTML, CSS, PHP and Java, handling 1,000+ product transactions and enabling secure user authentication.
• Utilized Git and GitHub for version control, conducting peer code reviews and incorporating feedback to enhance code quality.
• Applied Agile and Waterfall SDLC practices to plan, develop, test, and deploy features within agreed timelines.

Diploma in Systems Development – Boston City Campus (2023 – 2025)