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Full-Stack LMS Developer

LMS & Tech Platform Builder

Building learning platforms that actually work — without a full engineering team

Node.js Express SQLite Paystack JaaS Northflank GitHub Actions

About This Role

NextForge Academy is a fully custom-built LMS I designed, developed, and deployed from scratch. The platform includes student, instructor, and admin portals, Paystack payment integration, JaaS video conferencing for live classes, course management, progress tracking, and a promo code system. Built on Node.js/Express/SQLite, deployed on Northflank via GitHub CI/CD, and serving learners across 15+ countries.

What I Do

  • Full-stack LMS architecture and development
  • Student, instructor, and admin portal design
  • Payment integration (Paystack)
  • Video conferencing integration (JaaS/8x8)
  • Course and curriculum management systems
  • CI/CD deployment on Northflank and Render

Key Highlights

  • NextForge Academy — full LMS serving 15+ countries
  • Student portal with course progress and certificates
  • Admin backend with instructor assignment
  • Paystack payment gateway integration
  • 50,000-student five-year growth vision