About me  

Background

Dr. Michael Tarimo is a unique blend of medical expertise and tech innovation. Holding an MBBS degree, Michael has leveraged his background as a medical doctor to dive deep into the world of technology, becoming a self-taught full-stack software developer. His technical proficiency spans a wide array of languages and frameworks, including JavaScript, Node.js, React.js, and styling with TailwindCSS, alongside a solid understanding of HTML, Python, PHP, and MySQL databases. Not confined to traditional development, Michael is also an adept blockchain developer, having deployed hundreds of smart contracts across EVM-compatible chains like Ethereum and Binance Smart Chain, as well as building on and creating forks of major blockchains such as Solana.

Beyond his technical skill set, Michael's passion lies at the intersection of health and technology, with a keen interest in molecular biology and genetic engineering, aiming to pioneer solutions that integrate these fields. His dedication to advancing Tanzania and Africa's position in the global tech and health arenas is evident through his founding of Mbegu Africa, a crowdfunding platform designed to connect startups with investors, which he built from scratch. Additionally, his portfolio includes the development of mobile applications like the Kagoo courier app for Android and iOS using Flutter, among other projects.

Michael's journey is characterized by a fervent passion for everything he undertakes, whether as a hobby or a professional pursuit. He embodies a rare fusion of disciplines, driven by a vision to elevate health and technology in Tanzania and beyond, making significant strides towards integrating these sectors for a brighter future.

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Projects

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Experience (years)

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Computer languages

Focus

Medicine
React
Design
AI
HTML
Tailwindcss
Javascript
PHP
Linux/Debian
Python
Blockchain

EDUCATION

  • Primary school

    2000 - 2009 | Chamoto + Airwing P/School, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

    Didnt do much realy, but I got to watch myself grow up. Amazing to grow in African soil. All the fun i had, just memories

  • Ordinary level

    2010 - 2014 | St Francis De Sales J. Semirary + Christ the King Sec School, Tanzania

    Experienced growth, leadership, Television hosting, spiritual growth, junior research, started learning computer languages and building frameworks. Played with computer games and a bit of cheetcodes

  • Advanced level

    2015 - 2017 | Kibaha Secondary School, Tanzania

    Leaderships skills, based on natural science studies, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Basic Advanced Mathematics. First journey to blockchain starts here

  • University level

    2017 - 2022 | Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Science (MUHAS), Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

    Obtained my MBBS, went deep to human Biology, from body systems, diseases, surgeries, overall treatments and clinical trials and Research. Professional career.

CAREER

  • Red Opal Company LTD

    2022 To Date | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

    Lead developer, developed the courier system, from the web application to the mobile application and control smooth running of the backend

  • Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Center (KCMC)

    2022 -2023 | Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

    Worked as an intern medical doctor, from treating patients, supervised surgeries and palliative care

  • Amana Regional Referral Hospital

    2023 | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

    Worked as an intern medical doctor, from treating patients, supervised surgeries and palliative care

  • Chui Blockchain Network, Mbegu Africa, 1010AI and more

    2024 | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

    I keep building