Jean Paul Elisa NIYOKWIZERWA
Software Engineer | Technology Leader | Digital Fabrication Explorer
About Me¶
I'm Jean Paul Elisa NIYOKWIZERWA, a tech-driven business innovator based in Rwanda. I have co-founded and founded companies, serving as CTO and leading product development and technology strategy across diverse technical domains, from AI/ML systems to scalable software architectures.
With a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (BBA) - Business Information Technology, I've developed deep expertise in building intelligent systems and leading cross-functional teams. Through Fabricademy, I'm excited to explore new frontiers in biomaterials fabrication and the textile industry, seeking innovative ways to merge technology with sustainable material design.
My Background¶
Leadership
Co-founded and founded companies, serving as CTO leading product development and technology strategy
Expertise
AI/ML systems, software engineering, scalable architectures, and intelligent solutions
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (BBA) - Business Information Technology
I approach problems with curiosity and systematic thinking, believing in the power of iterative design, prototyping, and interdisciplinary collaboration. These principles, honed through years of technical leadership, align naturally with Fabricademy's hands-on, experimental approach to digital fabrication.
My Fabricademy Vision & Goals¶
My journey into Fabricademy represents an exciting opportunity to bridge my technical expertise with hands-on material innovation. I'm particularly interested in how AI and machine learning can enhance sustainable design processes, creating intelligent systems that optimize material usage and enable innovative textile solutions. Through this program, I aim to gain new perspectives on biomaterials fabrication and discover novel applications within the textile industry.
Key Focus Areas:
- ✓ AI-Enhanced Design - Applying machine learning to optimize fabrication processes
- ✓ Biomaterials Innovation - Exploring sustainable biomaterial fabrication and applications
- ✓ Smart Textiles - Merging technology with textile design for intelligent solutions
- ✓ Sustainable Design - Creating eco-friendly solutions through systematic thinking and creative exploration
Previous Work¶
In my Software Engineering career, I have worked on different projects ranging from personal initiatives to client projects, both local and international. My portfolio demonstrates expertise in building scalable systems, user-centered applications, and innovative technical solutions.
Project Portfolio¶
Pan-African Informatics Olympiad (PAIO)
Sky360 Project
GRE Platform
Rwanda Olympiad Program System
Technical Approach¶
User-Centered Design
Building solutions that prioritize user needs and experiences
Scalable Architectures
Creating systems designed for growth and sustainability
Modern Technologies
Leveraging cutting-edge tools and frameworks
Collaborative Development
Leading cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results
Bridging Software Engineering & Digital Fabrication
My experience in software engineering provides a strong foundation for exploring digital fabrication, where systematic thinking meets creative making. I'm excited to apply these technical problem-solving skills to the world of textiles, biomaterials, and sustainable design.
Why Fabricademy¶
As a tech-driven business innovator, I see Fabricademy as a transformative opportunity to expand my expertise beyond software into the physical realm of materials and textiles. The program offers the perfect platform to explore how biomaterials and textile innovation can be enhanced through technology, potentially unlocking new business opportunities at the intersection of digital fabrication and sustainable material design.
I'm excited to gain fresh perspectives on material fabrication that could lead to innovative solutions addressing both environmental challenges and market needs. This journey represents more than skill acquisition—it's about discovering new frontiers where computational thinking meets creative material innovation.
Let's Connect! Follow my journey through Fabricademy as I explore the intersection of code and craft.