FlashX
A mobile social networking application for Android and iOS with posts, stories, short-form video, messaging and live streaming.
Software Engineer · Mobile Developer · Designer
Building digital products through engineering, technology and design.
I'm Richard Ngasike, a software engineer and creative technology professional focused on building practical digital solutions, scalable applications and meaningful digital experiences.
- Software Engineering
- Mobile Development
- Technology Infrastructure
- Creative Design
Featured Projects
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Nairobi Vacant Houses
A property discovery platform that helps people find vacant rental houses around Nairobi.
Next.js, Django, PostgreSQL, M-Pesa
Naretu E-commerce
A multi-vendor e-commerce platform that connects buyers and sellers in one online marketplace.
Next.js, CSS, PostgreSQL, M-Pesa
What I work with
Full expertise- Frontend Engineering
- JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Next.js, HTML5, CSS3, Responsive web development
- Mobile Engineering
- Flutter, Dart, Android development, iOS development, Cross-platform application architecture
- Backend Engineering
- Python, Django, FastAPI, Node.js, Express.js, REST API development
- Database Engineering
- PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Supabase, Database architecture, Data modelling
- Cloud and Infrastructure
- Docker, Linux, Git, GitHub, Vercel, Render, VPS administration, Application deployment
- Cybersecurity
- OWASP security principles, Burp Suite, Wireshark, Metasploit, Application security testing
- Creative Technologies
- Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Figma, UI/UX design, Brand identity design
Engineering and design, practised together
I work across the whole product: database and API design, web and mobile interfaces, deployment, and the visual identity around them. My background covers records digitisation in county government, digital skills training, commercial graphic design and, most recently, development and publication designs.
More about meRecent experience
Developer and Graphics Designer
UNAIDS
June 2026 - December 2026
Intern
UNAIDS
November 2025 - April 2026
Graphic Designer
Extravis Solutions Africa
November 2024 - November 2025
Computer Literacy Instructor
Butterfly Techies
May 2021 - February 2022
Have a project in mind?
I take on web and mobile development, backend work and design projects. Tell me what you are trying to build and I will reply by email.