Hi there, my name is
Kim Kwanka

I'm a Berlin-based Full Stack Developer that specializes in React andloves to solve problems.

Kim Kwanka
Projects & Case Studies

Work

devGaido

devGaido

React.jsReduxMongoDBNode.jsExpress.jsDockerNGINXStylusWebpack

An educational platform created to provide a guided learning experience for (aspiring) web developers

RESTFlix & GraphFlix

React.jsReduxRTK QueryApolloGraphQLREST APIMongoDBRedisNode.jsExpress.jsDockerNGINXTypeScriptSASSVite

Twin movie database apps powered by the same backend that pit modern Redux and a REST API against Apollo and GraphQL

RESTFlix & GraphFlix
Chingu Game Dev

Chingu Game Dev

React.jsReduxSocket.ioMongoDBNode.jsExpress.jsHerokuStylusWebpack

A project managment tool for a game development workshop

My Story

About

Kim Kwanka

“Anyone can learn how to code, but you can’t teach someone to enjoy what they’re doing.”

Ever since I saw my uncle play NES when I was 7, I wanted to understand how things work and create them myself.

That's why I read PC magazines when I didn’t even own a computer, learned to code at 13, created countless small games, apps, and websites, and of course, studied Computer Science.

To support my family, I gave up my studies though and started a career in fiscal economics instead - but neither this nor working as a nurse could quench my thirst for knowledge or satisfy my urge to create, so it felt natural to transition back into IT.

Consequently, I became a Full Stack Developer and have since got my hands dirty in VR and educational software projects, and also dipped my toes into UI/UX design on the side.

I'm currently working on creating and further enhancing solutions that allow everyone easy access to "honest and simple insurance".*

*But sometimes I’m just hanging out with my family or friends, cuddling with my cute little dog, playing a video game or tinkering with some geeky gadget.
Nice Things People Have Said

Testimonials

Jim Medlock

Jim
Medlock

Co-Founder Chingu

“I had the pleasure of working on a team in which Kim was the lead Developer.

Her technical skill and dedication to the project made it a very rewarding experience.

But, even more importantly was her willingness to share her considerable expertise across the team.

She brings out not only the best in herself, but also the best in others.”

Thiago Ferreira

Thiago
Ferreira

Co-Founder Virtual Dawn

“Efficiency + creativity = Kim!

Whether it was creating cool websites, rendering optimization, animation or project management - Kim took care of the job with precision and fine quality.

One of her many notable strengths is her ability to deal with several challenging tasks and projects in high-pressure situations.

She's always been reliable and on target when it came to deadlines.

I definitely recommend Kim if you need to get the job done!”

Chance McAllister

Chance
McAllister

Founder Chingu & Experience Associate @On Deck

“The combination of kindness, resourcefulness, and a love of building is down-right inspiring, and perfectly encapsulates what we’re all about.

In short, Kim is the type of person who makes the people around her better.

I’ve already learned so much from her, from organizing teams in an excel sheet, to creating awesome project docs, to project management.

We’re extremely lucky to have a person like Kim in our zoo.”

Get In Touch

Contact

Want to build something awesome together or just say hello?

Then drop me a line - I'd love to hear from you.