> Hello World, I'm

McDonald Amure.

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A self-motivated explorer and passionate software engineer dedicated to solving complex, real-world problems with elegant code and scalable backend architecture.

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McDonald Amure

01. About Me

I am a results-driven Software Engineer merging a rigorous foundation in pure mathematics with scalable backend architecture. My expertise lies in designing, deploying, and maintaining robust applications—from configuring Linux VPS environments and reverse proxies to orchestrating APIs with FastAPI, Django REST Framework, and PostgreSQL.

Beyond technical execution, I lead with impact. I currently serve as the President of the NAMSSN UNILAG Chapter, where I recently directed the Decagon 5.0 calculus competition and its 20-Day Challenge. I thrive in collaborative environments, whether I'm optimizing system resources on my Xubuntu setup, architecting database schemas, mentoring peers in Python, or representing my department on the volleyball court during the Dean's Game.

02. Experience

Project Lead Developer @ Varsigram

Dec 2023 - Present | Hybrid

  • Leading the development of a student-centric digital campus platform using Django REST Framework and PostgreSQL.
  • Architecting the API gateway and overseeing database structures for verified announcements and virtual classrooms.
  • Managed the project lifecycle from pitching (1st runner-up at UNILAG Colloquium 2025) to deployment and DevOps maintenance.
Software Engineering Student @ ALX

June 2022 - July 2023 | Remote

  • Completed an intensive 12-month program focused on full-stack development, C programming, and low-level computer science fundamentals.
  • Engineered functional databases and RESTful APIs, managing the entire lifecycle from conception to launch.

03. Engineered Projects

VREDE MVP

An educational application backend integrating seamless data flows and authentication.

VREDE

Stack: Python, FastAPI, Supabase, PostgreSQL

  • Engineered the FastAPI backend infrastructure and deployed efficient endpoints.
  • Implemented advanced database schema triggers and secure authentication flows utilizing Supabase.
DISKOVAFRIKA

An extensive API providing curated African datasets and country information.

DISKOVAFRIKA

Stack: Python, Flask, MySQL, AWS

  • Built robust data pipelines to serve regional data reliably.

04. Technical Arsenal

crypticeuler@xubuntu: ~/skills

05. Leadership & Community

Executive Leadership

NAMSSN UNILAG Chapter

  • President (2026/2027 Academic Session)
  • Former Vice President (2025/2026 Academic Session)
Event Director

Decagon 5.0 Calculus Competition

  • Orchestrated the 20-Day Calculus Challenge, press conferences, and the main university-wide competition.

06. Get In Touch

Whether you have a question or just want to say hi, my inbox is always open.