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+# CHRISTINE OKOTH
+
+- [email protected]
+- 0792897728
+- Nairobi, Kenya
+
+## Summary
+
+As a software engineering student with a background in UX, and instructional design, I bring a strong analytical mindset and a passion for new technologies. 
+
+My excellent interpersonal and communication skills make me an ideal candidate for any role that values teamwork and collaboration. 
+
+[Check out my portfolio on Github](https://github.com/chriss1525).
+
+## Experience
+
+### **Space ya Tech | Nairobi, Nairobi**
+*UX Designer* | 01/2023
+
+- Collaborated with a team of developers and designers to create intuitive user interfaces for an open-source project.
+- Conducted user research to identify pain points and user needs to inform design decisions.
+- Created wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups using Figma and Sketch.
+- Conducted usability testing to evaluate the effectiveness of design solutions.
+
+### **Freelance Writer | Remote, Nairobi**
+*Writer* | 01/2017 - 11/2022
+
+- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
+- Researched and wrote original content for case studies, emails, and newsletters.
+- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
+- Wrote compelling, concise, clear news scripts under tight deadlines.
+- Brainstormed ideas to create helpful content for clients.
+
+### **IEBC | Nairobi, Nairobi**
+*Call Center Assistant* | 07/2022 - 08/2022
+
+- Managed large amounts of inbound and outbound calls in a timely manner.
+- Followed communication scripts when handling different topics.
+- Identified customers' needs, clarified information, researched every issue, and provided solutions and/or alternatives.
+
+### **St. Mary's Koibarak Secondary School | Eldoret, Eldoret**
+*Teacher Counselor* | 01/2020 - 04/2020
+
+- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national curriculum standards.
+- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
+
+## Skills
+
+- UX Design, Figma, Sketch
+- Python, C programming, Javascript
+- User Research, Wireframing, Prototyping, Usability Testing
+- Microsoft Office, SQL
+- Communication Skills
+
+## Education
+
+### **ALX | Remote, Nairobi**
+*Software Engineering* | 10/2023
+
+- C
+- Python
+- Flask
+- Javascript
+- Node.js
+
+### **Moi University | Eldoret, Eldoret**
+*Bachelor of Education (Guidance and Counselling)*
+
+### **Ingressive for Good * Data Camp | Remote, Nairobi**
+*Data Science* | 12/2023
+
+- Python Programming
+- Data Analysis
+- Excel and Sheets
+- Pandas for Data Science
+- Matplotlib
+
+### **ACT Foundation * CCHub Nigeria | Nairobi, Nairobi**
+*Instructional Design* | 04/2022
+
+- Completed professional development in Human-Centered Design, Instructional Design, and Inquiry-Based Learning.
+- Elected team lead of the Kenyan Team in charge of two projects that were delivered on time, including a [game to help teach first aid to primary school kids](https://www.figma.com/proto/pH91y198MjRZCMnZW690hq/First-Aid-Simulation?node-id=159-1657&scaling=contain&page-id=152%3A2&starting-point-node-id=159%3A1657).
+
+## References
+
+**Linet Ouko**
+Writing Manager (2017 - 2021)
+Phone: 0713165354
+