Backend Developer (Node.js) | CS Student at OAU | Building toward cybersecurity

I'm a Computer Science student at Obafemi Awolowo University in Osun, Nigeria. I build and ship backend APIs. Currently focused on Node.js, Express, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB. Learning in public.

Currently mastering backend development with Node.js, while also considering learning other programming languages for backend development to expand my toolkit. I plan to build a solid foundation in backend development before diving deeper into cybersecurity. My goal? To become a skilled ethical hacker who can protect and secure digital systems.

• 🎓 Studying Computer Science at Obafemi Awolowo University
• 💻 Backend Developer specializing in Node.js
• 🔐 Aspiring Ethical Hacker with a curiosity for security
• 🌱 Currently learning advanced backend development concepts
• 🔍 Always curious about how things work under the hood
• 📈 Growing in public and building my portfolio

I’m a backend developer focused on strengthening my skills and pushing my limits by:

• Deepening my understanding of backend systems and software engineering principles
• Exploring new areas and technologies to expand my expertise
• Solving coding challenges and building practical projects to sharpen problem-solving skills
• Sharing my learning journey publicly to track growth and stay accountable

Languages:

• JavaScript (Node.js)

Backend & Tools:

• Node.js & Express.js
• MongoDB & Mongoose
• JWT Authentication
• Bcrypt (Password Hashing)
• Socket.io (Real-time Communication)
• Multer (File Uploads)
• Paystack (Payment Integration)
• PostgreSQL
• pg (node-postgres)
• express-validator
• node-cron

Development Tools:

• VS Code
• Git & GitHub
• Postman (API Testing)

A Node.js-based weather API that provides real-time weather information.

A full-featured blogging platform with user authentication, CRUD operations for blog posts, and responsive design. Built with Node.js, Express, MongoDB, and EJS templates, featuring session management and password hashing for secure user accounts.

Live API: https://blog-platform-6wv2.onrender.com/

A production-ready study tracking API that helps students organize courses and manage task deadlines with intelligent automation. Features JWT authentication, automated email reminders for upcoming deadlines, weekly progress summaries, and background job scheduling using node-cron. Deployed on Render with 99%+ uptime monitoring.

Live API: https://pchronos.vercel.app/

• 🤝 Contributing to open-source projects
• 💼 Seeking internship opportunities in backend development
• 🎓 Looking for scholarships and mentorship programs
• 🏗️ Building a strong portfolio website
• 📢 Growing in public and sharing my learning journey
• 🔒 Gradually exploring cybersecurity fundamentals alongside backend development

I'm open to collaboration opportunities, especially projects that involve:

• Backend development with Node.js
• API design and development
• Learning and building in public
• Cybersecurity-related projects

Looking for mentorship, internship opportunities, scholarships, and chances to work with experienced developers!

• 📧 Email: afolabiprecious099@gmail.com
• 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/preciousafolabi/
• 🐦 Twitter: @AfolabiPre38572
• 🌐 Portfolio: Coming Soon!

I'm endlessly curious about how things work behind the scenes—whether it's the technology powering websites and apps, or even the special effects in movies. This curiosity drives my passion for backend development and cybersecurity!

⭐️ From Precixphantom | Always learning, always building!