Websites & web systems
Fast, secure, search-friendly websites and custom systems built around how your organisation actually works.
Software developer · Educator · Videographer
I build digital things that actually work for real people.
From school systems and business websites to teacher training and video stories, I help organisations in Kenya use technology with confidence.
I build websites
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5schools trained in ICT
6+live projects shipped
4+years building software
1person who answers your messages
- Queen's Way Resort
- Purpose Life Media House
- Ramani Homes
- Yerh-Kenya
- Collatel
- LIM Architecture
- Bunifu
- NGLP
Nairobi, Kenya
KCA University
Founder, Smartify
About
Code, classrooms and cameras.
I'm Alex, a software developer from Nairobi and a KCA University graduate. I design and build web apps and systems, mostly in PHP and Laravel, and I run my own tech brand, Smartify, for clients who need something dependable.
I also work as a project officer on an ICT education programme, training primary school teachers to bring digital tools into the classroom. I film and edit too, because good software and good stories both need to be clear.
Technology has reshaped how we live, work and connect, and behind every useful tool there are people who keep pushing to make it better. I want to be one of them: building simple, useful products for schools and small businesses.
What I work with
Services
How I can help
I work in the digital space end to end: designing interfaces, building web and mobile apps, managing delivery, and helping people find and use what we build.
Apps & software
Mobile and desktop tools, dashboards, POS and school management systems for small businesses and institutions.
UI/UX design
Screens and flows that are easy and enjoyable to use, designed in Figma before a single line of code.
SEO & online marketing
Technical SEO, Google Business setup and content strategy so the right people find you online.
ICT training
Hands-on workshops that help teachers and teams use digital tools with confidence in the classroom and office.
Video & storytelling
Shooting and editing for events, brands and organisations, from short reels to full documentaries.
How we work together
From idea to launch, in four steps
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Discover
We talk through your goals, your users and your budget. You get a clear proposal and timeline.
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Design
I sketch the screens and flows so you can see and shape the product before it's built.
- 03
Build
I develop in short cycles and share progress links, so there are no surprises at the end.
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Launch & support
We go live, I train your team, and I stay around to fix, improve and grow it with you.
Selected work
Projects I'm proud of
From web design to full systems, here's how I've brought ideas to life for clients.
Queen's Way Resort
Booking-ready website for a hospitality client.
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Brand site for a media production house.
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Property website that showcases listings clearly.
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Website designed in Figma and built for the web.
Figma
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Web design project.
Ask about it →Pizza POS
Point-of-sale system for fast restaurant orders.
Ask about it →SOT Techpath
Learning and tracking app for tech students.
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Your project next?
Fresh case studies and a video reel are on the way. Want yours to be one of them?
Start a project →Experience
My journey so far
Every role has added something: problem-solving, patience, teaching, and a habit of going beyond what's expected.
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Present
Project Officer, ICT Education
ICT education programme · Kenya
Training primary school teachers to bring digital tools into the classroom, and supporting schools as they adopt technology.
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Present
Founder & Developer
Smartify · Nairobi
Designing and building websites, web systems and apps for businesses, schools and organisations.
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May 2023 – Jan 2024
Brand Ambassador
Denaco Analytics · Nairobi
Represented my region in organisational meetings, presented the organisation's programmes and shared feedback from potential clients.
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Mar 2021 – Jan 2024
Work Study Assistant, School of Technology
KCA University · Main Campus, Nairobi
Provided technical support to faculty, troubleshooting computers and printers, and proposed and implemented solutions that improved efficiency.
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Oct 2020 – Dec 2020
Audio Transcriber
QA World · Remote
Transcribed recorded audio to text with careful verification and clean, accurate submissions.
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Mar 2020 – Aug 2020
Maths, Physics & ICT Tutor
Tuition School Academy · Thika
Taught Mathematics, Physics and Computer Studies during the Covid-19 lockdown, keeping students progressing under tough conditions.
On YouTube
Watch & learn
Tutorials, project walk-throughs, tech tips and the stories I film behind the camera.
Project walk-throughs
Coming soonTech tips for teachers
Coming soonBehind the camera
Coming soonOpen source & code
On GitHub
Repositories, experiments and the tools I'm building in public.
Kind words
What clients say
Real feedback from the people and organisations I've built for.
I thought it was impossible to make a website as beautiful as our product, but Alex proved me wrong.
WPBC
Augustine A.
CEO, LIM Architecture
I've never met a web developer who truly cares about their clients' success like Alex does.
Sharon A.
ICP Ambassador
After Alex optimized our website, our traffic increased by 50%. Now, our website converts visitors into customers at an impressive rate. We can't thank him enough!
Website optimisation & SEO
Allan W.
CEO, Bunifu
His meticulous attention to detail and ability to translate our vision into a stunning, user-friendly website exceeded all expectations.
Organisation website
Sr. Consolata A.
Executive, NGLP
Learn & follow along
Notes from the build
Tutorials, project write-ups and lessons from the classroom and the code editor.
FAQ
Questions people ask
How do I start a project with you?
Send me a message on WhatsApp or through the contact form with a short description of what you need. I'll reply, ask a few questions, and send you a clear proposal with timelines before any work starts.
What technologies do you use?
Mostly PHP and Laravel with MySQL for websites and systems, React and JavaScript for interactive interfaces, and Java or Python where they fit best. I pick the simplest tool that will stay reliable for you.
Do you work with schools and organisations outside Nairobi?
Yes. Most software work can be done remotely over calls and WhatsApp. For training and video, get in touch with your location and dates.
Will my website show up on Google?
Every site I build is fast, mobile-friendly and set up with the technical SEO basics: clean structure, meta tags, a sitemap and structured data. SEO and online marketing are part of what I offer if you want to go further.
Can you train my staff or teachers?
Yes. I run hands-on ICT workshops for teachers and teams, tailored to the tools you already use or plan to adopt.
Contact
Have an idea? Let's build it.
Message me on WhatsApp for the fastest reply, call to talk it through, or send the form and I'll get back to you within a day.
Alex Were
Available for new projects · Nairobi, Kenya
