Bethwel
Kiplagat
The engineer behind the code
I am a software engineer with a background in Computer Science. I discovered my passion for building user-friendly applications and solving real-world problems through code.
I believe in sharing knowledge and empowering others. This philosophy drives my active involvement in community leadership, such as my role as a universal mentor at the GeeKulcha Student Society (GKSS), and my contributions to open-source projects.
My interest in startups has led me to apply my technical and problem-solving skills to foster their growth. I co-founded Crezine Cashdoor, where I manage the technical and engineering aspects.
GDG Lead
Community builder
GKSS 2026
Universal mentor
Marsoney Labs
Ambassador
Fata Ambassador
Developer ecosystem
NASA Award
Galactic problem solver
Open Source
Contributor
Career chronicle
Technical Co-founder
Crezine Cashdoor
Co-founded Crezine Cashdoor, a platform to help creatives build portfolios and gain visibility.
Universal Mentor
GeeKulcha Student Society (GKSS)
Empowering the African tech ecosystem by mentoring student leaders within GKSS. Providing strategic guidance on leadership, Web3 adoption, and open-source collaboration.
Software Engineering Intern
ICT Authority
Internship at ICT Authority, gaining hands-on experience in government technology initiatives.
Software Engineering Apprentice
Power Learn Project
Completed an intensive 16-week Software Engineering program (aligned with the 1 Million Devs for Africa initiative). Translated foundational Computer Science knowledge into tangible, deployable software solutions.
Blockchain Instructor
Women In Blockchain Africa (WIBA)
Teaching blockchain fundamentals and Web3 technologies to women across Africa.
Tools chosen for product momentum
I use a practical stack that lets me move from idea to polished product: clean interfaces, dependable APIs, data that behaves, and deployments that stay simple.
Frontend systems
Interfaces that feel fast and intentional.
Backend APIs
Services that are structured, secure, and ready to grow.
Data stores
Models and queries that keep products dependable.
Mobile builds
Cross-platform experiences shaped for real users.
Selected works
High-performance digital solutions with precision and impact.
Blogs & insights
Documenting the #RoadToGDE and lessons in software engineering
From React developer to Google Developer Expert — documenting the wins, the bugs, and everything in between. It started with a pen, a piece of paper, and a quiet promise to myself.
I spent the first week fighting the framework. Now I’m starting to understand it. On Day 7 of my #RoadToGDE, my VS Code terminal was a sea of red error messages.
Services & Expertise
Leveraging technical expertise and community leadership to deliver high-impact digital solutions.
Full-stack applications using modern frameworks. Scalable, performant solutions built with best practices.
Core offerings
- MERN Stack
- TypeScript
- Responsive Design
- API Development
Developer community leadership and ecosystem growth. Creating spaces for learning and collaboration.
Core offerings
- Community Strategy
- Event Planning
- Developer Relations
- Mentorship
Contributing to and maintaining open source projects. Collaborative development and knowledge sharing.
Core offerings
- Code Contributions
- Project Maintenance
- Documentation
- Community Support
Partnering on high-stakes projects. From ideation to technical execution and pitch refinement.
Core offerings
- Idea Validation
- Technical Execution
- Pitch Refinement
- Problem Solving
