Yakubu Shehu
Full-Stack Developer
Hi, I’m Yak! I’m a full-stack web and mobile app developer with 7+ years of experience, and I love working with clients to bring their ideas to life. Get in touch and let’s work on your next project!
4.98/5
overall rating
486
projects
126
customers
Location
Windhoek, Namibia
Languages
English
Member since
10 Aug, 2021
4 years
Typical projects
Customizations, Full Website Builds, Troubleshooting and Fixes
Starting a new project or app from scratch? Let’s work together to nail your requirements, timelines, and budget. Looking to just spruce up an existing website or troubleshoot your app’s code instead? You’ve got the right guy! Here’s what I can help you with: ✅ Website design and development: - WordPress - Magento - Joomla - Drupal - HTML ✅ Website migration and backup: - Content backups - Media backups ✅ Performance improvements: - Website loading speed - Image compression - Etc. ✅ Website security upgrades: - SSL certificate configuration - reCAPTCHA integration - DDOS protection - Etc. ✅ Mobile app development: - No-code apps - Android ✅ eCommerce integration: - Online shops/web stores - Shopify store setup - Payment gateways - PayPal setup ✅ Google integrations: - Google Analytics - Search Console - Google Ads ✅ Website updates: - New content - Updated plugins - Brand makeovers ✅ UX/UI design: - Ideation and design - Wireframing - Dev handoff ✅ Search engine optimization (SEO): - On & off-page SEO audits - Site link audits --- Get in touch and let’s get the ball rolling!
Skills
5/5
Yak was great to work with, had timely and clear communication, and is very knowledgable. I would definitely hire him again.
May 01, 2025
5/5
Fantastic
Apr 07, 2025
5/5
Really came through. Fixed what the host company couldn't.
Apr 04, 2025
5/5
Great to work with, very helpful and understanding.
Mar 25, 2025
5/5
Yak is amazing! He is always on point, concise, very well organized, and overall a pleasure to work with! :) This guy does his homework and research!
Mar 21, 2025
5/5
This guy really knows his stuff. A+++
Mar 20, 2025
5/5
We had the pleasure of working with Yakabu, and I can't recommend him enough! From start to finish, he was a true professional. His communication throughout the entire project was outstanding, keeping us informed every step of the way. He was always responsive to our requests, no matter how big or small, and worked seamlessly with our other technical vendors. What really stood out was his ability to collaborate and ensure everything was aligned. Not only did he meet all the deadlines, but he also finished the project with exceptional quality. A reliable, skilled, and easy-to-work-with developer—definitely a partner I’ll seek out again in the future!
Mar 20, 2025
5/5
Un plaisir de travailler avec Yakubu ! J'ai pris un abonnement ! ;)
Mar 19, 2025
5/5
Yak is as responsible and competent as I've ever experienced in working with a resource. We've worked on numerous projects together and he is highly recommended!
Mar 13, 2025
5/5
Clear communication. Timely responses.
Mar 10, 2025
Babcock Ranch
Website revamp done for a large community of homes; showcasing builders, neighborhoods, amenities, and home models available for sale in the location. Custom-built daily metadata import of homes, complete with search and filter features. Tech Stack: WordPress, ACF, Olark, XML import and integration, newsletter lead capture integration, and custom plugin development leveraging CRON jobs.
Oakfield Florida
Website built for a community of homes in Florida; showcasing neighborhoods, amenities, and builders and homes at the location. Includes a custom-built community map with filters and other key points of interest in the location. Tech Stack: WordPress + Google Maps API
JP Norman Yukon CPA
Website built for a Yukon-based Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Complete with financial calculator embeds and integration within the website.
Center Lake Ranch
Website built for a newly-built community of homes; showcasing neighborhoods, amenities, and homes in the location.
My French Country Home Box
An e-commerce website that runs a subscription box model for its customers, and also doubles as an online boutique/shop where customers can purchase specific products carefully curated for any home.
Planet 13 Las Vegas
Website pages built for a local entertainment and cannabis dispensary complex in Las Vegas.
Two Guys On A Plane
Website revamp done for a witty, travel blog catering to the lifestyle of flight attendants with the help of memes, articles, and an eCommerce store offering a wide-range of products and variations. Tech Stack: WordPress, Avada, Smush, Mailchimp, WooCommerce.
IJG Namibia
A website revamp for one of Namibia's leading financial services providers.
WaitOnMe Catering Website
A website made for a staffing and catering start-up in the hospitality sector.
The AfroFest
An event & e-commerce website for an annual South African festival. Complete with WooCommerce and integrated with a local payment gateway service.
Persuasive mHealth
Website built for a local start-up offering digital health services (physician-patient experiences that leverage trust) while also offering mobile healthcare services.
Vintage Market Namibia
An information website for a successfully debuted event in Namibia, showcasing vintage and antique items.
JV Casings
Website revamp done for a local company specializing in steel borehole casing supplies, exploration, drilling, and construction.
Chakula Investments
A website revamp done for a local company specializing in offering a comprehensive range of free-range beef production while pioneering innovative plant-based protein foods and ingredient solutions.
Juda Haus Lodge
Website built for a local lodge with views of the Zambezi river, catering to local and international tourists visiting Northern Namibia.
African Wanderer Tours and Safari
An informative website about the packages of a local tour operator agency.
SterKinekor Movies - Demo Website
An informative demo website for a local leading cinema company - SterKinekor. Built with Custom Post Types & ACF.
CTembo Artwork
An e-commerce website showcasing art of a digital artist/painter. Includes WooCommerce functionalities. Products set up for digital download.
AS Attorneys
New website design and development for a local legal practice in Namibia.