SOFTWARE ENGINEER • AI • FULLSTACK

Bio

Who are you, again?

My name is Tofara. Born and raised in Harare, Zimbabwe, currently living in Dubai/Abu Dhabi, where I study and work building software.

What are you passionate about?

I spend most of my time building software - fullstack applications and AI agents. My whole focus is getting to a level where the software I ship is used by millions.

Work & Education

What projects have you worked on?

I currently work at a US-based startup as a software engineer. My experience includes deploying production Python APIs, building full-stack applications with TypeScript and NextJS, and developing AI agents using crewAI and LLM SDKs. View my work history on LinkedIn and projects on GitHub.

What skills do you got?

Deep understanding of CS principles. I programmed in C/C++ for 2 years. Built games, HTTP servers, multi-threaded apps etc. That set the foundation for my technical skills, to be able to understand complex systems and build robust software. I have used JavaScript, TypeScript, Python to ship production code. I have used Docker, GitHub Actions, CI/CD to deploy software. My expertise lies in learning and in managing deep complexity

I am able to communicate effectively, working with non-technical CEOs to translate user stories into code. I worked in remote technical teams with diverse nationalities. I am passionate about startups as well. Working in one and building my own.

What is your formal education?

I completed the UK Cambridge System in high school with 8A*'s and 1A for IGCSE, followed by 1A*, 2A's and 1B for A Level. I scored 770/800 on the SAT Math. I furthered my education at Ecole 42 (Abu Dhabi Campus), where I developed my software engineering skills.

Business

What are you currently building for yourself?

I'm developing two ventures: claireAI, a WhatsApp-based AI assistant that serves as a virtual employee for small businesses, and Horizon, a web agency focused on building high-quality software infrastructure across Southern Africa.

What project are you most proud of?

While I've built many projects I'm proud of, my defining work is still ahead. I'm focused on creating solutions that will have significant impact. Stay tuned.

Let's Talk

I'm always interested in collaborating and learning about your ideas. Reach out via email or connect on LinkedIn.