Hi, I'm BUTERA Marcel
Detail-oriented Software Engineering student with over 2 years of hands-on experience in full-stack web development, Software Testing, and API integration.Focused on building impactful solutions through quality code and also testing code to reduce defects and ensure quality code is produced.
About Me
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Profile Summary
Detail-oriented Software Engineering student with over 2 years of hands-on experience in full-stack web development, and API integration. Strong technical foundation in testing web and mobile applications, executing regression tests, and verifying data integrity. Adept at using Postman for JSON-based API validation and writing SQL/database queries.
Software Testing
I am a Junior Software Tester and my main goal is to find defects in systems, make test scenarios and test cases, bug reports using tools like Postman, Bruno, JIRAand SQL queries in the database.
Location & Status
Based in Kampala, Uganda. Open to Jobs, internships, hackathons & collaborations.
Education & Focus
- Software Engineering Student at UTAMU
- Interested in Testing ,FullStack & Backend
- Currently learning: Java & ISTQB
- Pursuing: ISTQB Certification for Testers
Career Goals
- Work in global tech
- Specialize in AI system building
- Build solutions in Financial Engineering and Space Tech
Languages
Hobbies
Gymnastics and Fitness | Reading Novels
Real-World Impact
Measurable outcomes and quantifiable results from projects that solve real problems and create tangible value for users and communities.
Users Served
Across AI ,mobile apps and web applications
High-Impact Projects
Real-world solutions deployed
NGO Website Deployed
Supporting children's charity
Active Projects
Open source contributions
Tech Events
Hackathons & conferences
Total Repositories
Continuous learning & growth
Real-World Applications & Business Value
AI Systems Deployed
Music recommendation and travel guide systems serving users
Charity Digital Presence
Enabled online donations and awareness for children's NGO
Space Technology
Contributing to NASA satellite simulation tools
Community Building
Active participation in tech community events and mentorship
Delivering measurable impact through innovative solutions in AI, web development, and space technology
Education & Academics
BSc in Software Engineering
Universal Technology and Management University (UTAMU)
2024 - 2028 | Kampala, Uganda
Currently pursuing degree with focus on software engineering principles, data structures, and system design.
Certificate in Software Engineering (JavaScript)
Refactory Academy
Dec 2025 - Mar 2026 | Kampala, Uganda
Currently pursuing degree with focus on software engineering principles, data structures, and system design.
Certifications
Software Engineering in JavaScript
Refactory Academy
Jun 2026
Power BI Certification
Otic Group
Jul 2025
IBM Z Hackathon 2025
IBM
Oct 2025
Academic Focus
Experience & Leadership
Software Engineering Intern
DojoHub
Architected a modular ERP to MES ecosystem to automate manufacturing business ledger and shop-floor tracking processes. Led on-site requirement gathering and field research at manufacturing facilities. Authored comprehensive SRS documents and designed high-fidelity UI dashboards using React. Coordinated a 7-member engineering cohort with API-first development strategy.
Key Skills
Ambassador
Stellar East African Community
Represent the Stellar ecosystem in Kampala, driving awareness, education, and innovation around blockchain-based financial solutions. Led onboarding of new cohort participants, facilitated weekly learning sessions and technical workshops.
Key Skills
Minister of Education
UTAMU (Guild Government)
Responsible for academic welfare of students, coordinating career guidance and counseling, cultivating innovation and research culture, and organizing educational programs across the university.
Key Skills
GDG Co-Lead
GDG on Campus UTAMU
Lead student engagement and growth initiatives. Coordinate events and technical sessions for skill development. Support partnerships and representation for student opportunities. Organize developer meetups, workshops, and networking sessions. Mentor community members on career growth.
Key Skills
Full-Stack Web Development Student
Refactory Academy
Designed and executed functional and integration test cases for custom-built web applications using Agile/Scrum frameworks. Validated RESTful API endpoints using Postman, inspecting JSON payloads and HTTP status codes. Conducted manual regression testing (TNR) on the Karibu Grocery application. Logged, tracked, and debugged software defects.
Key Skills
Membership Coordinator
UTAMU Innovation Club
Enrolling and verifying new members to UTAMU Innovation Hub. Active participation in the club's weekly meetups and coordination of club activities.
Key Skills
Campus Ambassador
GDG on Campus - Makerere University
Outreach of AI FEST Uganda 2026 to UTAMU, promoting awareness of the 17 SDGs, and representing UTAMU on a national level.
Key Skills
Campus Ambassador
Aerobuddies Uganda
Advertised the Aerobuddies Uganda Aviathon (hackathon) across tech communities. Mobilized UTAMU students to participate in AVIATHON 2025.
Key Skills
Campus Ambassador
IEEE Computer Society SYP TechX
Shared official TechX timeline, invited students to register, promoted the Bits and Bots Hackathon, and reached out to potential sponsors and partners.
Key Skills
Campus Ambassador
IBM
Promoted the IBM Z Datathon at UTAMU, drove registrations by engaging with peers, and volunteered with Shooting Stars Foundation.
Key Skills
Data Analyst Intern
Otic Group
Performed database validation and data quality testing using Python (Pandas). Wrote automated data-cleaning scripts and verified data pipelines. Created visual reporting dashboards in Power BI, testing data flow accuracy against raw source databases.
Key Skills
Enumerator & Census Mapper
Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS)
Conducted field data collection, mapping exercises, and census operations for the National Housing and Population Census. Ensured data accuracy and quality control.
Key Skills
Experience Highlights
Roles & Organizations
Campus Ambassadorships
Leadership Positions
Internships
Technical Skills
Software Testing & QA
API Testing & Validation
Project Management & Tools
Databases & Querying
Development
Soft Skills
Proficiency Levels
Currently Learning & Goals
Currently Learning
- Software Engineering with JavaScript and Java
- Data Structures & Algorithms
- Software Testing (ISTQB Certification)
- Fullstack Development (MEVN Stack)
Specialization Goals
- Advanced QA Automation
- Cloud Infrastructure Testing
- Space Technology Applications
Featured Projects
A showcase of my work in AI, web development, and software engineering, demonstrating practical solutions and innovative approaches to real-world problems.
Karibu Grocery Limited
Web Development
Full-stack grocery management web application with functional and integration test cases designed using Agile/Scrum frameworks.
Impact Metrics
Real-World Application:
Grocery management system for business operations
Business Value:
Demonstrates end-to-end testing and full-stack development skills
AgriSupply Farm Connect System
App Development
Digital marketplace that connects farmers and buyers in Uganda, enabling direct trade and reducing middlemen.
Impact Metrics
Real-World Application:
Digital platform for agricultural trade in Uganda
Business Value:
Supports local farmers and food supply chain
Gabbage Free City
App Development
Smart waste management system for Kampala, using technology to optimize waste collection and recycling.
Impact Metrics
Real-World Application:
Smart waste management for Kampala city
Business Value:
Solves urban waste challenges through technology
DojoHub ERP
Web Development
A full-stack role-based Enterprise Resource Planning system for Dojo Hub Uganda, a Juice Manufacturing Company.
Impact Metrics
Real-World Application:
Enterprise resource planning for juice manufacturing
Business Value:
Streamlines business operations and inventory management
PRO-FITNESS
Mobile Development
A fitness Android app developed using Kotlin and Node/Express.js, MongoDB for tracking workouts and nutrition.
Impact Metrics
Real-World Application:
Personal fitness and workout tracking application
Business Value:
Promotes health and fitness through technology
Hope for the Children NGO Website
Web Development
Charity organization website designed to support children in need with donation capabilities and impact showcasing.
Impact Metrics
Real-World Application:
Active charity website helping connect donors with children in need
Business Value:
Enables digital presence for NGO, facilitating online donations and awareness
NASA Small Satellites Simulator
Space Tech
Forked NASA Operational Simulator for Small Satellites - contributing to space technology and satellite operations.
Impact Metrics
Real-World Application:
NASA-grade simulation tool for satellite operations training and testing
Business Value:
Supports space industry education and satellite mission planning
MercaShop
Web Development
E-commerce platform designed for seamless online shopping experience with modern web technologies.
Impact Metrics
Real-World Application:
Online marketplace for retail businesses
Business Value:
Enables digital commerce for small businesses
PDF Reader & Text Extractor
Utility
Python tool for extracting text content from PDF documents with a straightforward approach to document processing.
Impact Metrics
Real-World Application:
Tool for automating PDF document analysis and data extraction
Business Value:
Saves time in document processing workflows
Project Overview
Featured Projects
Total Repositories
Programming Languages
High Impact
Real-World Impact
Measurable outcomes and quantifiable results from projects that solve real problems and create tangible value for users and communities.
Users Served
Across AI ,mobile apps and web applications
High-Impact Projects
Real-world solutions deployed
NGO Website Deployed
Supporting children's charity
Active Projects
Open source contributions
Tech Events
Hackathons & conferences
Total Repositories
Continuous learning & growth
Real-World Applications & Business Value
AI Systems Deployed
Music recommendation and travel guide systems serving users
Charity Digital Presence
Enabled online donations and awareness for children's NGO
Space Technology
Contributing to NASA satellite simulation tools
Community Building
Active participation in tech community events and mentorship
Delivering measurable impact through innovative solutions in AI, web development, and space technology
Professional Development
Continuous learning through workshops, hackathons, certifications, and community engagement
Workshops & Events
Hackathon & Software Testing Workshop
Google Developer Groups on Campus
- Built and tested software projects
- Practical QA testing skills
- Collaborative problem solving
Tech Career Pathways Workshop
Tech Era Uganda
- Career guidance in tech
- Industry insights
- Networking opportunities
Software Engineering Workshop
Mesto Community
- Software development best practices
- Community-driven learning
- Hands-on projects
Space Exploration & STEM Innovation Workshop
Space Endeavour
- Space technology applications
- STEM innovation
- Future tech insights
AI & Open Source Hackathon
AI Community Events
- AI development
- Open source contribution
- Collaborative innovation
Certifications & Training
Refactory Academy Certificate
Refactory Academy
Full-stack development training and certification
Software Testing Fundamentals
Online Learning
ISTQB-aligned software testing principles and practices
Achievement Overview
Achievements & Events
Hackathons won, conferences attended, and community impact — representing UTAMU across Uganda's tech ecosystem.
IEEE TechX Bits & Bots Hackathon — Winner
Team BulamuChainBot won the TechX Uganda 2025 Hackathon with an AI-powered rural health assistant combined with blockchain-secured medical records.
Impact:
Won first place with a healthcare AI solution
EthNile Hackathon
Participated in the EthNile hackthon where I built a web3 solution for real world problems
Impact:
Knowledge and Opportunities of Blockchain Networks.
AVIATHON — 4th Place
AeroUTAMU Team placed 4th in the aviation hackathon, narrowly missing 2nd runner-up by one position with an aviation intelligence system.
Impact:
Top 4 in national aviation hackathon
IBM Z Datathon 2025
Built AI Legal Translator that converts legal language into simplified speech using AI summarization and translation. Cross-cultural team collaboration with 5 Indian teammates.
Impact:
International cross-cultural team project
AI FEST Kampala 2026
Organized UTAMU participation in the premier inter-university AI hackathon in East Africa. 25+ institutions competed to build AI agents solving real-world problems.
Impact:
Led UTAMU delegation of 25+ institutions
FOSSA ICT Fest 2026
Participated in hackathon and coding challenge at IUIU. UTAMU team showcased localized applications and digital solutions.
Impact:
Showcased localized digital solutions
Zindi UTAMU Hackathons
Co-organized and participated in multiple Zindi data science competitions tackling financial inclusion in Africa using ML models.
Impact:
ML models for financial inclusion
Stellar Builders Bootcamp — Kabale
Intensive 3-day blockchain development bootcamp. 16 active GitHub repositories launched, 100% of projects received 1-on-1 reviews from senior engineers.
Impact:
16 repositories launched in 3 days
Data Visualization for AI/ML Workshop
Hands-on session mastering Matplotlib and Seaborn for data visualization. Sponsored by Zindi and UTAMU.
Impact:
Data visualization skills for AI/ML
PyCon Uganda 2025
Attended Uganda's premier Python conference — workshops on ML, data engineering, backend development, and open-source collaboration.
Impact:
Networked with Python ecosystem
DevFest Kampala 2025
Google Developer Group flagship event — sessions on Cloud, AI/ML, Flutter, Firebase. Networking with Google Developer Experts worldwide.
Impact:
Connected with Google Developer Experts
BUIDL Africa Conference 2025
Major gathering for Web3, AI, and digital businesses. Developer workshops, smart contract deployment, and BUIDL Pitch Arena at National ICT Innovation Hub.
Impact:
Web3 and AI developer community
Droidcon Uganda 2025
Annual Android developer conference covering Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, mobile app security, and ecosystem updates.
Impact:
Android development ecosystem
WordCamp Mukono 2026
WordPress community conference — workshops on Headless CMS, AI integration, Contributor Day, and open-source collaboration.
Impact:
WordPress open-source contribution
Foreign Policy Early Careers Leadership Program
Selected for FPELP at American Center Kampala — 4-week immersive course on international relations, diplomacy, and U.S.-Uganda foreign policy.
Impact:
Selected for competitive leadership program
Bitnob Workshop & Hackathon
Hands-on sessions on Lightning wallets, Bitcoin payment flows, and API integration. Built a functional Lightning-based prototype.
Impact:
Built Bitcoin Lightning prototype
Polkadot Conference
Web3 conference on decentralized governance, parachains, interoperability, and the Polkadot ecosystem.
Impact:
Web3 ecosystem engagement
Movement Network Launch — Uganda
Flagship launch gathering builders, innovators, and blockchain enthusiasts creating decentralized systems.
Impact:
Blockchain builders community
Impact & Takeaways
Community Impact
- Strengthened UTAMU's visibility in national and regional tech communities
- Won 4 hackathon awards through team excellence
- Expanded professional networks and partnerships
- Enhanced UTAMU Innovation Club's footprint in Uganda's ecosystem
Skills Gained
- AI, Blockchain, Web3, and Cloud technologies
- Aviation systems, fintech, and smart contracts
- Team collaboration under pressure
- Data Science, ML, and Python ecosystems
Get In Touch
Let's connect and explore opportunities in Software Engineering, AI, Data Analytics, or Space Technology. I'm always excited to discuss innovative projects and collaborations.
Contact Information
💬 Preferred: Email or LinkedIn for professional inquiries
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