Nkululeko Khalishwayo

NKULULEKO KHALISHWAYO

BSc Information Technology

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology graduate at North-West University and Golden Key lifetime member, with strong academic foundations in software development, data structures and algorithms, database systems, networking, and data engineering. Experienced in backend web development, NoSQL and relational databases, real-time data streaming, business intelligence dashboards, and secure network infrastructure design through multiple final-year collaborative and personal projects.

Analytical, detail-oriented, and motivated to contribute in graduate programmes, internships, or entry-level IT roles.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSc in Information Technology)

North-West University (NWU)

Completed: 2025 | GPA: 68% | Academic Distinction: Golden Key International Honour Society Lifetime Member

Relevant Coursework:

Object-Oriented Programming
Data Structures and Algorithms
Database Systems
Computer Networks
Web Application Development
Artificial Intelligence
Operating Systems

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Programming Languages

Python
Java
C++
C#
SQL
JavaScript
HTML/CSS

Backend & Web

Node.js
Express.js
RESTful APIs
Supabase

Databases

PostgreSQL
MySQL
Microsoft SQL Server
MongoDB Atlas

Data & Visualization

Apache Kafka
Power BI

Networking

Cisco Packet Tracer
LAN design
VLANs
Subnetting
OSPF
DHCP
NAT
DNS
VPNs

Tools

Git
GitHub
Docker
Google Colab

ACADEMIC PROJECTS

NWU Student Marketplace

Full-Stack Web Application | Backend Developer

  • Contributed to the development of a full-stack student marketplace web application enabling secure student-to-student trading
  • Primarily responsible for backend development using Node.js and Express, implementing RESTful APIs
  • Integrated a PostgreSQL database and worked with Supabase for backend services
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Advanced Database Development

MongoDB Atlas, Apache Kafka & Power BI

  • Designed and implemented a scalable NoSQL database solution using MongoDB Atlas
  • Implemented Apache Kafka to stream new user-generated data into MongoDB Atlas in real time
  • Integrated MongoDB Atlas with Power BI to create interactive dashboards and analytical reports
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Network Infrastructure Design

Cisco Packet Tracer

  • Designed a secure and scalable LAN for a 100 × 50 metre office environment using Cisco Packet Tracer
  • Configured VLANs to enforce interdepartmental segmentation and security
  • Implemented OSPF routing, DHCP, NAT, DNS, and VPNs for comprehensive network functionality
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khalishwayoN@outlook.com
083 9615007
South Africa

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