Full-Stack Developer • Video Editor • Graphic Designer • Teacher

Surafel Mengist

Building web solutions, crafting visuals, and empowering learners through teaching.

About Me

I am a multidisciplinary professional with over 10 years of experience in education and leadership, and 4+ years as a full-stack developer. Alongside my technical expertise, I bring strong skills in graphic design and video editing, enabling me to create both functional and visually engaging solutions.

I am a fast learner who thrives on problem-solving, mentoring students, and collaborating with teams. My passion lies in turning ideas into practical products that make a real impact.

Education & Certifications

BSc in Computer Science (With Distinction) — Rift Valley University
BSc in Sport Science (With Distinction) — Addis Ababa University
Graphic Design Certificate — Leket College
Completed multiple online bootcamps & short-term courses in Full-Stack Development, UI/UX, and Video Editing

Key Achievements

10+ years teaching & leadership experience.
4+ years building full-stack apps and web solutions.
50+ design projects across branding, UI, and multimedia.
Completed multiple professional bootcamps and certification programs.

Statistics

50+

Projects

10+

Clients

9

Awards

50+

Certifications

Skills

Development

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

TypeScript

React

Next.js

Tailwind CSS

Git

Node.js

Express.js

MongoDB

SQL

Python

PHP

Django

Laravel

Video Editing

Premiere Pro

After Effects

DaVinci Resolve

Graphic Design

Photoshop

Illustrator

Figma

Canva

Teaching & Leadership

Curriculum Design

Research Supervision

Classroom Management

Portfolio

E-commerce Dashboard

Development

API Boilerplate (Node.js + Express)

Development

Portfolio Website (Next.js + Tailwind)

Development

Blog Platform (MERN Stack)

Development

Our Blog

Discover the latest articles, tutorials, and tips on fullstack development, React, Next.js, Tailwind, and more.

Mastering React in 2025

Learn how to build modern React apps with hooks, context, and more.

React

Next.js for Fullstack Developers

Step-by-step guide to building fullstack apps with Next.js and API routes.

Next.js

Tailwind CSS: Utility-first Styling

A complete guide to building beautiful UIs quickly with Tailwind CSS.

CSS

Node.js & Express Basics

Build backend APIs and handle routing efficiently with Node.js and Express.

Node.js

MongoDB for Beginners

Learn how to store and query data using MongoDB NoSQL database.

Database

Experience

Teacher — Addis Ababa Education Bureau

Feb 2015 — Present

• Deliver engaging lessons and mentorship in various subjects.
• Implement modern teaching methodologies to enhance student learning.

Freelance Full-Stack Web Developer — Self-employed

2021 — Present

• Develop responsive websites, dashboards, and web applications for clients.
• Collaborate with clients to gather requirements and deliver scalable solutions.

Freelance Graphic Designer & Video Editor — Self-employed

2023 — Present

• Create visually appealing graphics, logos, and branding materials.
• Edit videos for promotional, educational, and social media content.

Testimonials

“Surafel is a patient mentor who turns complex topics into clear steps. His guidance was crucial for my capstone project.”

— Bilisuma Megersa

“Great communication and delivery. The dashboard he built scaled with our needs and looks fantastic.”

— Lucas Brown

“A reliable team player across design, code, and teaching. Highly recommended.”

— Abel Temesgen

Hobbies

📚

Reading

Exploring tech blogs and fiction books.

🎵

Music

Watching Movies and listening to jazz.

🏋️

Sports

Running and swimming to stay healthy.

💻

Side Projects

Building web apps .

💡

Problem Solving

Solving coding challenges and puzzles.

⛰️

Hiking

Exploring nature trails and mountain paths.

✈️

Traveling

Discovering new cultures and destinations.

Contact

Let’s connect!

Resume

Download my full resume to learn more about my background, education, and work experience. I’m always open to new opportunities in software development, design, and education.

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