Nicaise HOUNSAMENOU
Software Engineer
I design and secure web, mobile, and e-commerce applications that integrate artificial intelligence - from system architecture to production deployment, with security as the guiding principle throughout.
About
- DegreeB.Sc. Computer Science
- SpecializationSystems & Network Security
- Current roleSoftware Engineer
- LocationCotonou, Benin
- AvailabilityFreelance / Contracts
Software engineer with a State Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, specializing in Systems and Network Security, I design and develop web, mobile, and e-commerce applications integrating artificial intelligence, with a strong focus on security. I have solid back-end development skills in Python, PHP, Java, C++, and Assembly language, and I currently work as a software engineer on the design team of Benin's National Geoportal, currently in the development phase.
As a scholarship recipient at an Artificial Intelligence summer school, I was trained in Machine Learning and Deep Learning, skills I now apply to designing intelligent applications.
With experience as an IT technician and network administrator, I cover the entire project lifecycle - from design and security to deployment and infrastructure maintenance.
Areas of Expertise
Three complementary modules, from concept to secure production deployment.
Designing AI Applications
- Machine Learning
- Deep Learning
- Production deployment of AI models
- Design of intelligent applications
Web · Mobile · E-commerce
- Python, PHP, Java, C++
- Web & mobile applications
- E-commerce platforms
- Back-end architecture
Infrastructure & Security
- Web application security hardening
- Network administration
- Cloud Computing
- Infrastructure deployment
Selected Projects
A selection of projects covering the full cycle: design, development, and security hardening.
National Geoportal of Benin
Participation as a software engineer within the design team of the national geoportal - currently in its development phase. Architecture, development, and integration of application components.
E-commerce Platform for Document Services | Freelance
Design and development of an e-commerce platform dedicated to ordering and selling document-related services. The platform enables pupils, students, and candidates to order support services for the writing, structuring, and formatting of academic documents such as theses, reports, presentations, projects, business plans, and more.
Pharmacy Website & E-Shop | Project
Design and development of a showcase website that integrates an e-commerce store for a pharmacy. The solution presents the establishment, its services, and its products while offering an online sales area for items whose online distribution is permitted under current regulations. The platform also includes a delivery service to facilitate order fulfilment for customers.
Real Estate Management Software | Project
Design and development of an in-house management application for real estate agencies. The solution centralizes the management of properties, owners, and clients, as well as the tracking of transactions and agency activities. It also structures the data and generates reports that support the operational steering and monitoring of the agency.
E-Exam Platform | Project
Design and development of an online assessment platform enabling the creation, administration, and automated grading of examinations. Candidates sit their exams directly on the platform and receive their results automatically at the end of the assessment. A dedicated teacher area allows exams to be managed, results to be reviewed, and grade sheets to be generated for printing. The solution was custom-built to address the specific needs of an educator.
Experience
Software Engineer
Design and development of application components for the national geoportal, currently in its development phase.
Fellow - Artificial Intelligence Summer School
Intensive training in machine learning and deep learning, now applied to the design of intelligent applications.
IT Technician & Network Administrator
Maintenance, deployment, and administration of network infrastructure; general technical support.
Education
State Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
Specialization in Computer Systems and Network Security