Graham S. Paul / Independent digital practice

From first
principles.

Thoughtful design. Practical engineering. Digital experiences made to work for real people.

Understanding the brief 01 / 03
DESIGN × ENGINEERING × DETAIL

A little about me

From repairing computers to engineering digital products.

Portrait of Graham Sobiribo Paul
Graham Sobiribo Paul Full-Stack Engineer

Product-minded engineering

A hands-on foundation, carried through to the finished product.

I work across the full product lifecycle: understanding the brief, shaping the interface, building the backend, and preparing the product for launch. My route into software began with hands-on IT support and grew through website building, formal study, and continual exploration of new technologies.

That practical foundation helps me approach engineering from both sides: understanding the systems beneath a product and the people who rely on its experience. Today, I focus on responsive, maintainable software that solves real needs and is clear to use.

  • Product thinking
  • Front-end and backend
  • Performance and usability
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The path so far

Built from the ground up.

  1. 2008

    Computer repair & IT support

    Started with desktop and laptop repair, then extended that hands-on work to servers, software installation and configuration, and expert computer support.

  2. 2011

    Websites with content management systems

    Began creating websites with WordPress and low- or no-code CMS platforms, learning how to structure content and turn ideas into working web experiences.

  3. 2012

    Learning to build with code

    Started studying HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP, developing the skills to create and customize websites beyond the limits of a CMS.

  4. 2014–2017

    Bachelor of Computer Applications

    Studied BCA at T. John College in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Expanded my understanding of programming and computing while continuing to explore languages and follow the changing technology landscape.

Since 2008 Hands-on experience with technology
20+ Projects delivered across web and business platforms
Responsive Interfaces designed to work across screen sizes
1-on-1 Direct communication and tailored delivery

What I do

Professional services built for growth

Website Design

Plan and design clear, conversion-aware interfaces around your users, content, and business goals.

Front-End Development

Build responsive interfaces with maintainable code and reliable behavior across screen sizes.

Full-Stack Build

Connect front-end experiences, backend workflows, APIs, and data around your project requirements.

Optimization & Growth

Improve page speed, accessibility, search visibility, and key user journeys on existing sites.

Computer & Device Repairs

Troubleshoot desktop and laptop issues, software installation, configuration, and practical device problems.

IT Support & Troubleshooting

Get help diagnosing everyday computer, software, setup, and technology workflow issues.

Why work with me

Clear strategy, clean code, and a client-first process

  • Turn business goals into clearly scoped, useful web features.
  • Keep decisions, priorities, and progress clear throughout delivery.
  • Build responsive interfaces with maintainable front-end and backend structure.
  • Check key user flows and screen sizes before launch.

Process

How projects move forward

01

Discovery

Clarify users, goals, scope, required features, constraints, and success measures before work begins.

02

Design & Build

Agree on a visual direction, then build the interface and functionality in reviewable stages, incorporating feedback against the agreed scope.

03

Launch & Improve

Test key flows and responsive layouts, prepare deployment, and identify any follow-up support or improvements needed after release.

Experience

Where I've
built.

From hands-on software engineering to leading full-stack delivery, my experience spans product development, consulting, and the systems that keep teams moving.

6 rolesSince 2018 Full resume

  1. Aug 2022 — Present

    POAWD Limited

    England, United Kingdom

    01 / 06Current

    Freelance Programmer

    • Design and maintain responsive WordPress websites and web applications.
    • Customize themes and plugins; integrate APIs, payment gateways, and third-party services.
    • Improve performance, SEO, security, and mobile usability; manage hosting and maintenance.

  2. Mar 2018 — Present

    Grey InfoTech Limited

    Port Harcourt, Nigeria

    02 / 06Current

    Senior Full-Stack Developer & Engineer

    • Lead application design and delivery from requirements and architecture through deployment and maintenance.
    • Build with React, Next.js, TypeScript, Node.js, NestJS, Python, Django, FastAPI, PHP, Laravel, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Redis.
    • Design APIs, data models, authentication, and integrations; guide quality, security, and performance.
    • Translate business needs into secure, scalable software and automated workflows.

  3. Jun 2022 — Aug 2023

    Royal Ginad Group

    Port Harcourt, Nigeria

    03 / 06

    Freelance Web Developer

    • Developed and maintained Laravel and PHP applications backed by MySQL and REST APIs.
    • Built secure, responsive features and integrated databases, authentication, and external services.
    • Handled testing, optimization, deployment, and ongoing application support.

  4. Mar 2021 — Jun 2022

    Cane Services Limited

    England, United Kingdom

    04 / 06

    Freelance Programmer

    • Built secure e-commerce websites for catalogs, carts, checkout, payments, and order management.
    • Integrated payment, shipping, and third-party services; supported deployments, databases, and hosting.
    • Improved mobile experience, SEO, performance, and reliability with client teams.

  5. Apr 2021 — Sep 2022

    Invealth Partners Limited

    Abuja, Nigeria

    05 / 06

    Mid-Level Software / Web Developer & IT Manager (Hybrid)

    • Designed secure web applications and software architecture for evolving business needs.
    • Managed IT and electronic data operations, network access, and backup systems.
    • Prioritized software lifecycle delivery and aligned system functionality with user needs.

  6. May 2019 — Mar 2021

    Bemztouch International Limited

    Abuja, Nigeria

    06 / 06

    Web Developer / IT Manager

    • Built and optimized secure web pages and script applications for changing business needs.
    • Managed IT systems and electronic data operations, network access, and backups.
    • Aligned technology operations with user needs and organizational policies.

Education & credentials

Education

Bachelor of Computer Applications

Bangalore University · 2014–2017

Certifications

Software Engineering

ALX Africa · 2023–2024

Cloud

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Oracle University · 2023

Ready to build?

Let’s create a polished digital presence your audience will trust.

My Stack

Featured · latest releases

08Featured projects

Now shipping.

Fresh off the workbench.

A closer look at recent websites, apps, and interactive experiences. Scroll to step inside each release, or explore more projects on GitHub.

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LeoBellaEstates

Real Estate Platform

A property-discovery website for prospective buyers and renters. The experience brings available listings and essential property information into one place, helping visitors browse opportunities and take the next step with a clearer view of what is available.

Platform: Content management system

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LeoBella Estates property listings website preview

GSPEC Effector

Business Consulting & Infrastructure Solutions

A corporate web presence for GSPEC Effector’s business consulting and infrastructure services. It organizes the company’s offering into a clear, professional introduction, giving prospective clients a direct way to understand its work and make contact.

Platform: Content management system

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GSPEC Effector business consulting website preview

POAWD LTD

Healthcare Recruitment agency

A content-managed website for POAWD, a healthcare recruitment agency serving organizations in the United Kingdom. It presents the agency’s recruitment and workforce services in a structured format, making the offer easier for prospective clients to understand and explore.

Platform: Content management system

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POAWD healthcare recruitment website preview

Paints

Art Gallery

1st place · Code Institute Hackathon

An online gallery created to showcase artworks and introduce the artists behind them. Visitors can explore the collection, learn about its contributors, and find ways to get involved and support local artists. The project won first place in the Code Institute Hackathon.

HTML · CSS · Bootstrap · JavaScript

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Paints online art gallery website preview

Melody

React Music Player

A React-based music discovery and playback experience connected to the YouTube Data API. Users can search by title or provide a video ID to find a track, then play the selected video through one focused interface.

React · JavaScript · YouTube Data API

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Melody React music player interface preview

MyCharger

EV-Fuel Calculator

Code Institute · Earth Day Hackathon

An electric-vehicle comparison experience designed to make the cost question easier to assess. The calculator compares estimated petrol and electric running costs, while a companion EV exploration tool helps visitors review vehicle options and weigh a potential switch.

HTML · CSS · Bootstrap · JavaScript · JSON

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MyCharger electric vehicle savings calculator preview

TwistWord

JavaScript Word Game

Code Institute · “Love Is in the Air” Hackathon

A browser-based word game built around a Valentine’s theme for the Code Institute “Love Is in the Air” Hackathon. It turns wordplay into a short, interactive challenge, combining a playful visual direction with the game logic and interface built in JavaScript.

JavaScript · HTML · CSS · Bootstrap · JSON

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TwistWord word game interface preview

Stretch

Yoga Website

A responsive concept website for a fictional yoga and meditation studio in Nigeria, developed as a Code Institute milestone project. The site introduces the studio and its wellness focus through a calm visual identity and a clear, mobile-friendly structure.

HTML · CSS · Bootstrap 4 · jQuery

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Stretch yoga and meditation studio website preview

One-to-one mentorship

Learn with intent.
Move forward.

Get focused, practical guidance informed by a career spanning computer repair, CMS websites, and software development. Choose the conversation that best matches the challenge in front of you.

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01 / MENTORSHIP

Practical guidance, your way.

Three focused 30-minute conversations. Each has a clear scope and transparent, fixed pricing.

$1030 MIN

Learning with direction

Talk through your web-development learning path, strengthen your foundations, and identify a practical next step.

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$1530 MIN

Projects & portfolio

Bring a project idea or portfolio question and discuss how to shape the work and communicate it clearly.

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$1230 MIN

Career perspective

Discuss a technical or career roadblock with perspective from hands-on support, CMS work, and software development.

Enquire about a session

Send an enquiry to confirm session availability and payment details. For project scoping, the first 5 consultation minutes are complimentary; additional time is $0.50 per minute if you choose to continue.

Have a project in mind?

Let’s make it happen.

Tell me what you’re building, or book a project consultation with the first 5 minutes complimentary and additional time at $0.50 per minute.

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