Grah Akwasi Philip

Full Stack Developer · UI/UX Designer · Founder, TechTide Stratum

philipgrah27@gmail.com 0241708799 WhatsApp: 0505760204 github.com/Graphils LinkedIn @Graphilzz

Professional Summary

I am a passionate Full Stack Developer and UI/UX Designer from Ghana, currently in my third year of a BSc in Software Engineering at Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU), where I started in 2023 with an expected graduation in 2027. I am the founder of TechTide Stratum, a technology startup dedicated to building impactful digital products. With hands-on experience across frontend and backend technologies, I have delivered over 10 projects ranging from civic hazard reporting platforms to AI-powered city management systems. I bring both creative vision and technical depth to every project I take on.

Experience

Founder & Lead Developer

2025 – Present

TechTide Stratum

Founded and lead TechTide Stratum, a Ghana-based technology startup. Responsible for product strategy, full stack development, UI/UX design, and client delivery. Building digital solutions that serve real communities and organizations.

Gen AI Hackathon 2026 Participant

2026

City of Montgomery AI Challenge

Built an intelligent hazard report filtering system for the City of Montgomery using Claude AI, NLP, and Python. The system distinguishes real emergency reports from false ones, helping city officials prioritize responses more effectively.

Software Development Intern

2024

Shadow Fox

Worked on real-world software projects as part of a professional development team. Gained experience with agile workflows, code reviews, and shipping client-facing product features on schedule.

IT / Software Intern

2023

Trust Hospital

Contributed to healthcare software systems at Trust Hospital. Developed an understanding of how technology can improve clinical workflows, patient data management, and hospital operations.

Key Projects

City of Montgomery AI Report Filter Hackathon 2026

AI-powered system that filters false hazard reports for city government using Claude AI and machine learning.

Claude AI Python Django React PostgreSQL

CivicTide Live

A community hazard reporting platform with real-time notifications and a dashboard for local authorities.

React Django WebSockets PostgreSQL

Streaming Platform

A full-featured video streaming site with content library, authentication, and subscription management.

Next.js React MongoDB

Clinic Appointment Booking System

Online booking platform for clinics with doctor availability, patient management, and automated reminders.

React Flask MySQL

Other Builds

Library Management System, Employee Log System, Real-Time Chat System, Distributed Management System.

Education

BSc Software Engineering ● In Progress

Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU)

2023 – 2027 (Expected) · Currently Year 3

Skills

Frontend

React Next.js JavaScript HTML5 CSS3 UI/UX Design

Backend

Python Django Flask REST APIs WebSockets

Databases

PostgreSQL MySQL MongoDB MySQL Workbench

Tools & Other

Claude AI Git GitHub Game Dev (Learning)

In Progress 🔨

📱 App Development 🏢 TechTide Company App

Achievements

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Gen AI Hackathon 2026 — Participant Built an AI system for the City of Montgomery that filters false hazard reports using Claude AI and NLP.

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Founded TechTide Stratum Launched a technology startup focused on community-driven digital products.

Contact

✉ philipgrah27@gmail.com 📞 0241708799 💬 0505760204 (WhatsApp) ⌨ github.com/Graphils