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About Protus M. Kakai

Full-Stack Developer | IoT Enthusiast | Android Developer | Author

Bringing Software Engineering, Accounting, and IoT Together

About Me

I am a pragmatic full-stack developer, IoT enthusiast, Android developer, and author with a passion for building practical technology solutions that address real-world problems through code, creativity, and innovation.

My work spans web applications, Android applications, IoT systems, embedded technologies, databases, and API-driven integrations. I enjoy creating efficient, reliable, and user-friendly solutions that bridge software and hardware while connecting people, businesses, devices, and digital services.

I have hands-on experience with technologies including PHP, Laravel, Java, Android, MySQL, JavaScript, Arduino, and ESP8266, as well as a wide range of tools and platforms used in modern software and IoT development.

My projects have included data dashboards, automated workflows, secure voting platforms, payment systems, accounting software, eCommerce platforms, Point of Sale systems, alumni portals, mobile applications, and IoT solutions with real-time monitoring.

Beyond software development, I have experience in computer networking and CCTV systems, helping homes and businesses establish secure, reliable, and connected technology environments.

Software Engineering

Designing and developing practical software systems, web applications, APIs, databases, mobile applications, business systems, payment platforms, and digital solutions that solve real-world problems.

PHP • Laravel • JavaScript • Java • MySQL • REST APIs

Accounting & Business Systems

Combining technology with accounting and business knowledge to develop systems that support financial management, accounting operations, reporting, automation, and informed decision-making.

Accounting Software • POS • Financial Systems

IoT & Embedded Systems

Building connected systems using sensors, embedded devices, communication technologies, dashboards, automation, and cloud platforms to connect the physical world with digital systems.

Arduino • ESP8266 • LoRa • MQTT • RFID

Where Technology, Business, and IoT Meet

Building solutions at the intersection of software, business, finance, and connected systems.

Software Engineering

Builds the digital systems, applications, APIs, and platforms that power modern organizations.

Accounting & Business

Provides the financial and business knowledge needed to understand, manage, and improve organizational performance.

IoT

Connects physical devices, sensors, machines, and environments with software, data, and digital services.


Together, these areas create opportunities for digital transformation, business automation, financial technology, data-driven decision-making, smart systems, payment integration, and technology entrepreneurship.

Experience & Projects

Built USSD and payment integration systems for organizations.
Designed, tested, and deployed Laravel applications with PDF exports and role-based access control.
Developed Arduino and ESP8266 IoT prototypes with real-time telemetry dashboards.
Created Android applications using Java, REST APIs, and online databases.
Built an online alumni portal to streamline communication and records.
Developed a modern eCommerce platform with cart, checkout, and analytics features.
Developed Point of Sale (POS) systems for restaurants.
Built accounting software for small and medium-sized enterprises.

Recognition & Awards

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2nd Best Innovation

Rural Electrification Authority — Payment of connection charges through M-PESA (2013).

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Innovation Recognition

Cash award by Rift Valley Railways for developing financial accounting software (2009).

Education

Bachelor of Science in Information Sciences

ICT Option — Moi University, Kenya

My academic background equipped me with strong foundations in programming, systems analysis and design, database systems, information technology, and network technologies. I apply this knowledge together with practical experience to develop efficient and user-focused digital solutions.

Skills & Technologies

Programming Languages

PHP, JavaScript, SQL, Java, VB/VBA

Frontend Development

HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, jQuery, Vue.js, Responsive UI Design

Backend & Architecture

Laravel, CodeIgniter, MVC Pattern, RESTful Architecture, Axios, Ajax

Mobile Development

Android (Java), REST APIs, JSON

IoT Development

ESP8266, Arduino, LoRa, MQTT, WebSocket Dashboards, RFID, DHT11 Sensors, DS1302 RTC, Smart Lighting, Real-Time Monitoring, ThingSpeak, Blynk, Telegram Bot Automation

Hardware & Electronics

Basic Electronics, Circuit Prototyping, PCB Design, Sensor & Module Integration, Power Management, LoRa Communication

API & Gateway Integrations

M-PESA, USSD, Bulk SMS, Email Services, RESTful APIs, Payment Integrations, Mobile Backends, and IoT Telemetry

Networking & Security

LAN Setup, CCTV Installation, Network Configuration, and Basic Cybersecurity

Databases

MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, SQLite, Microsoft Access

Development Tools

Git, Eclipse, Android Studio, NetBeans, XAMPP, phpMyAdmin

My Vision

My vision is to use technology to create practical solutions that improve lives, strengthen businesses, and contribute to meaningful change in society.

Through software engineering, accounting knowledge, IoT, mobile technologies, and digital innovation, I aim to build systems that are not only technically sound but also useful, accessible, and focused on solving genuine problems.

Learn. Build. Innovate. Connect. Make an Impact.

Explore My Complete Professional Profile

This bookstore provides a selection of my published works and learning resources. To explore more about my professional background, projects, skills, experience, and technology work, visit my complete online profile.

Visit My Online Profile

profile.pkakai.co.ke

Explore My Books

Discover books designed to help students, professionals, developers, entrepreneurs, and lifelong learners expand their knowledge across software engineering, programming, accounting, business, information technology, and the Internet of Things.

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