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Hi, I'm Henry Adarkwa
a Software Engineer.

Software Engineer with expertise in full-stack development, cloud solutions, and mobile applications. I specialize in creating automated systems, managing production environments, and delivering scalable solutions for enterprise clients.

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BEST SKILLS

Henry Adarkwa

WHAT I DO

My Expertise

Backend Development

Creating automated backend scripts and managing data flow from GCP instances to production servers, improving throughput by 50%.

Mobile Development

Developing bespoke mobile applications using Xamarin and React Native, with POCs for upgrading to .NET Maui.

Cloud Solutions

Managing production Linux servers and Oracle databases, with expertise in AWS and Google Cloud Platform.

MY PROJECTS

Recent Work

React Expo app with Firebase realtime database and maps integration for user authentication and remote configuration.

React Native Firebase Maps API

Cross-platform app with GitHub Actions CI pipeline and AWS Lambda for AI-powered trend analysis and user feedback.

Android iOS AWS GitHub Actions

AI Product Detector

Google Vertex AI trained model for product identification using smartphone camera with real-time detection capabilities.

Google Cloud Vertex AI Mobile

Custom Electronics

Hardware repair and custom PC building service with e-commerce platform for order management and progress tracking.

Hardware E-commerce Soldering

Used GitHub projects board to delegate work within a group. Django managed backend and database with GraphQL for communication to the front end.

VueJS Django Python SQL

5+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

My Experience

Work Experience

Software Engineer

Capgemini (2023-Present)

Developing mobile applications using Xamarin, creating automated backend scripts, and managing production Linux servers with Oracle databases. Improved throughput by 50% through system optimization.

Teaching Assistant

University of Sussex (2022 - 2023)

Helped students with Computer Science problems, brought new perspectives to issues in labs, and transferred knowledge while adapting to students' unique learning styles.

Supervisor

FOOTASYLUM (2021 - 2023)

Managed daily operations serving 500-3000 customers with sales up to £20,000. Managed a team of up to 40 staff members, developed store management plans, and handled POS processes.

Software Developer

Packet Storm (2017-2020)

Worked with lead developer on various projects, built ZFS servers with email alert systems, and introduced automation to improve testing speed.

Education & Certifications

Master of Computer Science (2.1)

University of Sussex (2023)

Comprehensive program covering software engineering, cloud computing, and modern development practices.

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Amazon Web Services (2023)

Foundational cloud computing certification covering AWS core services and best practices.

AWS Certified AI Practitioner

Amazon Web Services (2025)

Foundational certification demonstrating knowledge of AI and machine learning concepts, AWS AI services, and responsible AI practices.

GCP Cloud Digital Leader

Google Cloud Platform (2024)

Digital transformation and cloud technology leadership certification.

AWS Partner: Generative AI Essentials

Amazon Web Services (2024)

Specialized certification focused on generative AI technologies and best practices within the AWS ecosystem.

UK Microsoft Embrace Program

Microsoft (2022)

Specialized program focused on Microsoft technologies and development practices.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

My Skills

Programming

Java
Python
React
SQL

Cloud & DevOps

AWS
Google Cloud
Docker
Git (CI/CD)

Systems

Linux (bash)
Unix (Terminal)
Windows (cmd)
Oracle DB

Tools & PM

Kanban
Trello
Obsidian
365 Suite

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Contact Me

Henry Adarkwa

Henry Adarkwa

Software Engineer & Cloud Solutions Specialist

Based in London, UK. Available for freelance work and exciting opportunities. Let's build something amazing together!

Phone

+44 7716 220814

Email

henry@adarkwa.com

Location

London, UK

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