Phillip van Staden

About Me

Hello! I’m a passionate and driven final-year BSc Computer Science student with a solid foundation in software development. With a keen interest in problem-solving, I’m eager to apply both my academic knowledge and hands-on experience to a dynamic developer role. My expertise spans key areas like algorithms, data structures, and modern development tools, which I’m excited to bring to impactful software projects.

I thrive in environments that challenge my skills and foster collaboration, and I’m looking for opportunities to grow as part of a forward-thinking team. My goal is to continuously develop as a software engineer, contributing meaningfully to projects while gaining new insights and advancing my career in tech.

Skills

Category	Technologies
Programming Languages	Java, Python, JavaScript, C++, TypeScript
Frontend Development	HTML, CSS, Tailwind CSS, React.js
Backend Development	Node.js, Express.js, Supabase, Firebase
Databases	PostgreSQL, SQLite, NoSQL
Mobile Development	Flutter
Tools & Technologies	Git, GitHub, VS Code, Docker

Education

Akademia

BSC COMPUTER SCIENCE

JAN 2023 - DEC 2025

Projects

Capstone: Food ordering and delivery platform

As part of a four-member student team, we're developing a full-stack mobile and web-based meal ordering platform. The platform is designed to streamline Spys’s food service operations across multiple Akademia campuses, enhancing efficiency and user experience. Key features include role-based user authentication, dynamic menu management, QR code-based order verification, digital wallet integration, and real-time push notifications, all aimed at providing a seamless and modern food ordering experience.

Technology Stack: Flutter and Supabase

GitHub

Hunter's Haven - Hunting Farms Platform

Hunter's Haven is a platform that connects hunters with premier hunting farms in South Africa. Hunter's Haven offers a seamless experience with features like farm discovery, user reviews, and comprehensive user management. The platform also includes a blog section to keep hunters informed and an intuitive admin panel for farm operators to manage listings, users, and content effectively. Whether you're looking to explore new hunting locations or share experiences, Hunter's Haven delivers an all-in-one solution for the hunting community.

Technology Stack: React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Express.js, PostgreSQL (Neon), Cloudinary and JWT.

Demo Admin credentials:

Email: demo@admin.com

Password: demo@9462!

GitHub

Live Demo

Project Management Tool

The Project Management Tool is a second-year university project developed by a group of four students. It helps teams streamline collaboration and improve productivity by providing a centralized platform for managing projects and tasks. Users can create projects, assign tasks, set deadlines, and track progress through visual timelines. The tool also includes team communication, file sharing, and reminders for upcoming deadlines, ensuring teams stay organized and aligned throughout their projects.

Technology Stack: React, Express and SQLite

GitHub

Samurai Showdown

Samurai Showdown is a 2D fighting game built with vanilla JavaScript, HTML5 Canvas, and CSS. Players can control a Samurai fighter against an AI-controlled enemy (Kenji). Includes a start menu, retry menu, health bars, a timer, and a simple but effective enemy AI.

Technology Stack: vanilla JavaScript, HTML5 Canvas and CSS

GitHub

Live Demo

Get in touch

Feel free to reach out to me via email at:

prvanstaden.phillip@gmail.com

or connect with me on LinkedIn.