Building the Future

13-year-old Developer | MIT Aspirant | Tech Innovator

Passionate about solving real-world problems through technology, leading the next generation of African developers, and building a bridge between innovation and impact.

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15 Projects

6000+ XP Earned

500+ Users Served

About Me

Driven by curiosity, powered by code

Jamie Kariuki is a 13-year-old developer from Kenya with an extraordinary vision: to become a world-class engineer and drive technological innovation across Africa.

Mission Statement

"To leverage technology as a force for positive change in Africa, starting with education, healthcare, and economic empowerment."

Current Focus

Preparing for Checkpoint Exams (April 2026) with target top scores
Building a comprehensive portfolio for MIT EECS application
Leading and mentoring fellow students in coding and robotics
Contributing to open-source projects and the global developer community

My Journey

2024

Robotics Club Leadership

Became head of school robotics and coding club, leading 15+ members

2024

Full-Stack Development

Built WorkAligner and SNSS School System serving 500+ users

2025

MIT OCW Journey

Started following MIT EECS curriculum through OpenCourseWare

2026

Checkpoint Exams

Target: Top scores in preparation for A-levels and university applications

Featured Projects

Building solutions that matter

WorkAligner

AI-powered job and career alignment platform connecting job seekers with opportunities using intelligent matching algorithms.

PHP MySQL JavaScript AI

500+ Users 95% Match Accuracy

SNSS School System

Comprehensive school management system with online clearance, attendance tracking, and parent-teacher communication.

HTML/CSS JavaScript PHP MySQL

80% Paperwork Reduction Real-time Updates

MIT OCW Coursework

Collection of completed assignments and projects from MIT OpenCourseWare EECS curriculum, showcasing computer science fundamentals.

Python Jupyter Data Analysis Algorithms

10+ Courses Academic Excellence

Technical Arsenal

Constantly evolving, always learning

Programming Languages

Frameworks & Tools

Soft Skills

Achievements & Milestones

Celebrating progress, aiming higher

6,000+ XP in Single Session

Earned on Boot.dev, demonstrating rapid learning and dedication to mastering programming concepts.

Robotics Club Leadership

Leading 15+ active members, organizing projects, and mentoring fellow students in their coding journeys.

300+ Lines Per File

Maintaining high code quality standards with comprehensive, well-documented portfolio projects.

MIT OCW Progress

Actively following EECS curriculum, completing assignments, and building strong academic foundation.

Latest Thoughts

Sharing knowledge, inspiring others

January 2025 Technology

Why Africa Needs More Young Developers

Exploring the potential of young African developers to drive technological innovation and solve local challenges through code.

December 2024 Learning

My Journey to MIT: A 13-Year-Old's Roadmap

Documenting my preparation strategy for MIT EECS, from self-study to project building and academic excellence.

November 2024 Development

Building WorkAligner: Lessons in Full-Stack Development

Technical deep-dive into creating an AI-powered job platform, from database design to user experience optimization.

Let's Build Together

Ready to collaborate on innovative projects?

Get In Touch

I'm always excited to connect with fellow developers, mentors, and innovators. Whether you're interested in collaboration, mentorship, or just want to chat about technology, I'd love to hear from you!

jamie.kariuki.dev@gmail.com

Nairobi, Kenya

Available for collaboration