Full Stack Developer · Bloemfontein, ZA

Ruan
Coetzee

Sailing the Digital Divide

Designing and building scalable, secure, and efficient web applications. From front-end interfaces to back-end systems — crafting solutions that enhance user experience and drive business success.

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5+ Years Experience
8+ Languages Known
BSc Honours · IT
About Me

More Than
Code

I'm a Millennial IT Honours graduate — blogger, fencer, caffeine-dependent life-form, paper-cut survivor, and avid reader. When I'm not at the keyboard, you'll find me somewhere between a good book and a strong cup of coffee.

At People on Boat, I believe in doing more than just rocking the boat — I extend a hand to help you aboard. My focus is full-stack development, system architecture, and database management, ensuring every project meets the highest standards of performance and reliability.

Currently employed, but always open to new challenges in the digital landscape. Let's navigate your digital journey together.

Full-Stack Dev System Architecture Database Design Machine Learning API Development BSc Honours IT
Proficiency

Core Skills

Ruan Coetzee
Behind the Screen

The Person
Behind the Code

A face to go with the work. Ruan is based in Bloemfontein, South Africa — a passionate full-stack developer who believes technology should feel human.

When not architecting systems or debugging code, Ruan can be found fencing, blogging, or hunting for the perfect cup of coffee. A lifelong learner with a genuine curiosity for how things work — on screen and off.

🤺 Fencer ☕ Coffee Lover 📖 Avid Reader ✍ Blogger
What I Do

Services & Expertise

From crafting intuitive user interfaces to optimising database queries — building solutions that enhance user experience and drive business success.

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System Development

Developing and maintaining intelligent systems built for performance, security, and scale. Architecture-first thinking for every project.

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Database Management

Creating and maintaining database schemas, tables, functions, and optimised queries. MySQL and PostgreSQL specialist.

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Error Management

Identifying and systematically resolving bugs and errors in software. Thorough debugging, logging, and quality assurance.

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Web Development

Creating intelligent, full-stack web applications — from pixel-perfect front-ends to robust back-end APIs and services.

Work in Progress

Current Projects

A live look at what's being built, explored, and shipped right now.

⟳ In Progress 2026

Aurora Rehabilitation Centre - Admin System

Developing a custom web-based administration platform for Aurora Rehabilitation Centre, streamlining internal operations and patient management through a tailored, intuitive interface.

PHP MySQL JavaScript
◇ Concept 2026

Blue Digital - Workflow & Billing Platform

Building a end-to-end workflow and billing platform for Blue Digital, a social media and web agency, enabling seamless project tracking, client management, and invoicing in one integrated system.

DomPDF Chart.js DataTables
● Active 2026

Saturdaydnd - D&D Campaign & Character Manager

Designed and developed a full-featured Dungeons & Dragons companion platform supporting campaign management, character creation, and party tracking — built for friends.

CSS PHP HTML
Career & Education

Experience &
Qualifications

2026 - Present

Blue Software Development

Building custom web-based programs for businesses to enhance business success.

2021 - Present

One Insurance — 1Web

Worked for 1Web, a division of One Insurance. Hands-on development in PHP, JSON, and PostgreSQL, building and maintaining production systems.

2020

Blue Digital Magic

Designed and implemented workflow automation systems using Google Apps Script, streamlining internal business processes.

2020

BSc (Hons) — Machine Learning

Received a Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Information Technology, with a specialisation in Machine Learning and intelligent systems.

2017 – 2019

BSc Information Technology

Completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology, building a solid foundation in software development, databases, and systems design.

Technology

My Tech Stack

Tools and languages I use to bring ideas to life across the full development stack.

Python
PHP
C++
Ruby
JavaScript
MySQL
PostgreSQL
Google Apps Script
HTML / CSS
System Architecture
Get In Touch

Let's Work
Together

Ready to Navigate?

Currently employed — but always open to new challenges and interesting projects in the digital landscape.

📧 ruan@peopleonboat.com
📱 +27 73 886 1998 (WhatsApp preferred)
📍 Bloemfontein, South Africa · GMT+2