Software Engineer
based in Ghana
I'm Philip, a software engineer from Ghana focused on building tools that work — online or offline — for real people in Africa.
👋 About Me
I'm Philip, a software engineer from Ghana focused on building tools that work — online or offline — for real people in Africa.
I care deeply about clarity, intentional design, and building tools that feel calm, focused, and empowering. My approach is rooted in understanding that good software should solve real problems without creating new ones.
Not everything I build is offline-first, but I'm a big believer in connectivity-aware design, self-hosted infrastructure, and tools that work even when the internet doesn't. This philosophy drives every project I work on.
⚒️ What I'm Working On
Terralis
Your Complete Business Technology Partner
Terralis is more than software — it's your complete business technology partner.
We help pharmacies and retail businesses stay organized, connected, and supported. From powerful management software (Terralis Essential) to full IT setup and maintenance (Terralis Business Care), we make sure your operations never slow down.
Our goal is simple: to give you business clarity, reliability, and peace of mind — so you can focus on growth, not glitches.
Built with
Cedi
Rethinking How We Track Money
Cedi is a personal finance app I'm building to help people manage money without becoming human calculators. Instead of tracking every transaction, Cedi invites you to define your money lifestyle — your spending rhythm — and gently helps you stay within it.
Most budget apps focus on numbers. Cedi focuses on behavior.
It's minimalist, offline-first, and designed to feel calm. Whether you want to build habits, plan big purchases, or just feel more in control — Cedi meets you where you are.
Built with
Interested in collaborating?
I'm always open to discussing new opportunities and interesting projects.
Let's Talk💼 Professional Experience
Senior Software Engineer
Multi-Tenant HRIS Platform
Building a comprehensive Human Resource Information System that serves multiple organizations with scalable, secure, and feature-rich functionality. The platform handles everything from employee onboarding to complex payroll calculations, performance management, and comprehensive audit trails for compliance.
Core Platform Features
Employee Management
Complete lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding
Payroll Processing
Automated calculations with tax compliance
Appraisals & Reviews
Structured evaluation cycles
Custom Workflows
Tailored business processes
Performance Management
Continuous improvement tracking
Audit Trails
Comprehensive activity tracking
Primary Technologies
Impact & Responsibilities
Leading development of core modules, architecting scalable solutions for multi-tenant environments, and ensuring high-performance delivery for enterprise clients across different organizational structures.
🧰 Tech Stack
Frontend
- React Native
- React.js
- Vue 3
- Next.js (this site)
- Tailwind CSS
Backend
- Node.js
- Express
- Supabase
- FeathersJS
- PostgreSQL
Infrastructure
- Self-hosted with Coolify
- Vercel for static apps
🧠 Ideas & Philosophy
Notes & Ideas
I write about software, systems thinking, and building for African markets. Recent topics:
- • Offline-first design patterns
- • Building resilient systems
- • Self-hosted infrastructure
- • African tech ecosystem
Why Offline-First Still Matters
Connectivity isn't always a given. Especially across Africa. I build with that in mind — making sure tools work no matter the network.
Self-Hosting with Coolify
Running my own infrastructure gives me the freedom to move fast, experiment, and stay in control.
📚 Personal
I'm a minimalist — I believe good design should disappear.
I read mostly non-fiction.
Favorite book: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
Currently reading:
- • $100M Offers by Alex Hormozi
- • The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
I'm a student of Stoicism — always refining how I live, think, and build.
🤝 Contact
Want to build something meaningful together — or just talk systems, software, or stoic philosophy?
hello@philhub.dev