Alvin Murithi@cypher-30
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Hello.

I'm a third-year Informatics and Computer Science student at Strathmore University, and most of what I make starts as a question I can't let go of: what if a room full of phones could act like one speaker, or a population of tiny philosophers could argue itself into new beliefs? This site is where those questions live alongside the more practical software I build for people.

Day to day that means splitting time between practical software (full-stack web apps, offline-first Android apps) and self-directed projects that exist purely because an idea wouldn't leave me alone. You can see all of it on the work page.

Education

  • Strathmore University

    BSc in Informatics and Computer Science

    March 2024 – present (expected 2028)

  • Pioneer School

    Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (Grade B+)

    January 2020 – November 2023

Software skill

Languages

  • Kotlin
  • Python
  • Java
  • TypeScript/JavaScript
  • PHP
  • HTML
  • CSS

Frameworks & tools

  • Jetpack Compose
  • Room
  • Ktor
  • FastAPI
  • Next.js/React
  • Laravel
  • Tailwind CSS
  • Docker

Databases

  • PostgreSQL
  • MySQL
  • SQLite/Room

AI/LLM

  • Claude, Gemini & OpenAI API integration for structured data extraction and scoring

IT infrastructure

  • Active Directory (domain accounts)
  • Network troubleshooting
  • Hardware diagnostics & assembly
  • OS optimization

Version control

  • Git & GitHub

Soft skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork
  • Time management
  • Adaptability

Working experience

  • Student on Industrial Attachment (ICT Division)

    Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA)

    January – March 2025

    • Resolved 90%+ of IT support tickets for over 50 staff members, covering network, hardware, and software issues.
    • Configured and maintained Active Directory domain accounts, ensuring secure system access institution-wide.
    • Built and repaired desktop computers from the ground up and maintained network infrastructure (printers, shared drives, connectivity), resolving OS-level failures including boot errors and file corruption.
  • Volunteer

    Telicon Consortium

    January – March 2024

    • Supported daily administrative operations while beginning self-directed learning of HTML and CSS, an early step into software development.
  • Service-Based Learning Volunteer (Emergency Response & Academic Support)

    St. John Ambulance Kenya (Moi Avenue Primary School)

    January – March 2026

    • Completed a compulsory 7-week university service-based learning placement, certifying in First Aid, CPR, trauma management, and the DRABC emergency response protocol.
    • Supported academic operations at a primary school: invigilated and marked exams and led safety/health drills for students.