NLP · Machine learning · Research
Low-resource Xitsonga–English translation
Improving translation models with data augmentation, semantic filtering, and transformer-based approaches for an underrepresented language pair.
Read research reportData science · Software engineering · Mathematics
I turn data, mathematics, and code into practical solutions.
Aspiring Data Scientist and Software Engineer with a background in Mathematical Sciences, Computer Science, machine learning, and low-resource NLP.
- MITBig Data Science
- BSc HonsComputer Science
- BScMathematical Sciences
About
Curiosity shaped by mathematics, grounded in purpose.
I grew up in Gandlanani Khani, Giyani, with limited access to computers and the internet. That experience made me a resourceful learner and taught me to see constraints as invitations to think differently.
Today, I combine mathematical thinking, computer science, and an emerging data-science toolkit to investigate difficult problems and build useful, understandable solutions. I am especially interested in machine learning, natural language processing, and technology that serves underrepresented communities.
Analytical thinkingPersistent optimismResponsible innovationCollaborative delivery
Selected projects
Work that connects ideas to outcomes.
A selection of research, data, mapping, and algorithmic projects. Each one starts with a practical question and turns it into something people can use.
Neural networks · Machine learning
Almond Classification Neural Network
Compared RProp, Adam, and a hybrid optimiser across network and training configurations, achieving 80.29% accuracy on the held-out test set.
View notebook on GitHubGeospatial · Delivery pricing
Tintswalo’s Chicken Delivery Fare
A location-based ordering tool that maps the road journey from Tintswalo’s Farm to the customer and estimates the chicken-delivery fee using clear base and per-kilometre pricing.
Calculate a delivery fareAlgorithms · Visualisation
Prime Number Visualizer
An interactive exploration of prime numbers using the Sieve of Eratosthenes, turning an abstract algorithm into a clear visual experience.
Launch projectConstraint solving · Algorithms
Sudoku Solver
A browser-based solver that applies backtracking to evaluate constraints and complete user-provided Sudoku puzzles.
Launch projectInteractive mathematics
Geometry Area Calculator
API integration
Math Facts Finder
Research & academic work
Deep work, clearly communicated.
My academic work spans neural networks, software architecture, responsible health technology, and low-resource language modelling.
Hybrid Learning for Almond Classification
Compared Rprop, Adam, and a hybrid approach; used grid search and statistical testing to improve classification performance and generalisation.
Neural networks
Deriving Backpropagation
Derived update rules for a custom neural network with unique activation functions, a penalty-based loss, and distinct bias treatment.
Machine learning theory
Electronic Health Records in South African Hospitals
Proposed a secure, interoperable EHR approach focused on patient care, POPIA-aligned privacy, and phased implementation.
Responsible systems
Google Buzz Legacy System
Reimagined a legacy social platform through requirements analysis and an architecture combining microservices, three-tier, and MVC patterns.
Software architecture
Technical competencies
A multidisciplinary toolkit for data, research, and software.
Data science & artificial intelligence
Big Data Science · Data mining and analysis · Artificial intelligence technologies · Natural language processing (NLP) · Machine learning models and evaluation · Mathematics fundamentals · Data structures and algorithms
Programming & software engineering
C++ · Java · Python · R · SQL · Visual Basic · Assembly · PHP · HTML · CSS · JavaScript · Software development · Software architecture and design patterns · Agile and Scrum methodologies
Analytics & communication
Advanced Excel and data models · Power BI · Tableau · Presentation design and delivery · Research methodologies and academic writing · Analytical and critical thinking
Compliance & client strategy
Debt collection strategies · Compliance adherence · Negotiation tactics · Client engagement · Debt portfolio analysis
Education
A strong academic foundation for data-driven work.
My studies connect mathematical reasoning, computer science, research, and modern data-science practice.
MIT Big Data Science
University of Pretoria
Advanced coursework in big data science, machine and statistical learning, data platforms, mathematical optimisation, data management, information ethics, and research methods, culminating in an applied big-data project.
BSc Honours Computer Science
University of Pretoria
Completed 120 credits of advanced computer-science study, including an independent supervised research project and technical report, supported by coursework spanning software engineering, architecture, artificial intelligence, data mining, and advanced computing topics.
BSc Mathematical Sciences
University of Johannesburg
Built a rigorous foundation across mathematics, statistics, applied mathematical reasoning, and computer science, with progressive work in programming, algorithms, quantitative modelling, and analytical problem-solving.
Certificates
Verified learning across data, code, and mathematics.
Each credential opens on its official verification page, so its authenticity can be checked directly with the issuing institution.
Coursera
Create Your First Python Program From UST
Credential: N6B3CZP5T4YT
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Introduction to Data Analysis Using Microsoft Excel
Credential: YSC4DFRBH7ZF
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Artificial Intelligence in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Document ID: 01769213-01-A4YD
Open credential portalUniversity of Michigan · Coursera
Python Data Structures
Credential: ULZ9H5T7
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