Architecting ScalableDigital Ecosystems

Web Development
Mobile Development
TypeScript & Node
UI Craftsmanship
Lawrence Katana

Building with Purpose,
Crafting Code that Lasts.

The Journey of Lawrence Katana

Started as a designer in 2019, became a developer in 2022, and now build full-stack web and mobile apps end-to-end. Today I ship production systems on Next.js, TypeScript, and Prisma.

Lawrence Katana
lawrence.ts
// who is lawrence?
const lawrence = {
  role: 'Full-Stack Developer',
  stack: ['Next.js', 'TypeScript', 'Node.js', 'Prisma', 'PHP'],
  platforms: ['Web', 'Mobile', 'CMS'],
  available: true,
  currentFocus: 'Multi-platform SaaS & UI craftsmanship',
};

// say hi → lawrence.contact()
01

Graphic Designer

(2019 – 2021)

Started in visual design — wireframes, prototypes, and design systems for web and mobile. Where the obsession with pixel-tight UI began.

02

Frontend Developer

(2022 – 2023)

Shipped responsive sites with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Modern UI components, cross-browser polish, mobile-first builds.

03

Full-Stack Developer

(2024 – Present)

Building production apps end-to-end with Next.js, TypeScript, Node.js, and Prisma. From Postgres schemas to React Native interfaces.

The toolkit I build with daily

Next.js
TypeScript
React
React Native
Node.js
Express.js
PHP
WordPress
Prisma
Tailwind
Expo
Framer Motion
Next.js
TypeScript
React
React Native
Node.js
Express.js
PHP
WordPress
Prisma
Tailwind
Expo
Framer Motion

Tailored Engineering Solutions
to Ship Your Vision.

Work With Me

Web Development

Production-grade Next.js apps shipped end-to-end. From marketing sites to multi-tenant SaaS, with TypeScript and Node.js under the hood.

Mobile Development

Cross-platform React Native + Expo apps that feel native. Shared code across iOS and Android, shipped to the App Store and Play Store.

UI Engineering

Design-system-driven interfaces with Tailwind and Framer Motion. Pixel-tight Figma-to-code, animations that don't jank.

Where Code Meets Craft.
Selected Work.

See All Projects
Petra Institute Website

Petra Institute Website

A modern corporate website for Petra Institute of Development with dark mode, smooth animations, and responsive design. Built with Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS.

SICS Digital Agency Website

SICS Digital Agency Website

A modern corporate website for SICS Digital Agency with dark mode, smooth animations, and responsive design. Built with Node.js, Express.js, React.js, and Tailwind CSS.

Happy Hour Events Website

Happy Hour Events Website

A vibrant, family-friendly website for a children's entertainment and party hire company in East London, showcasing attractions like jumping castles, trampolines, and splash pools with booking flows and gallery sections. Built with Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS.

Lisa Waste Solutions Website

Lisa Waste Solutions Website

A modern website for a waste management company serving East London and Mthatha, featuring service showcases for refuse collection, recycling programs, skip bin hire, and a clean, eco-conscious brand presentation. Built with Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS.

Grace Projects Empire Website

Grace Projects Empire Website

A premium website for an East London-based event production and audio-visual services company, featuring a hero image carousel, service showcases, and portfolio sections for weddings, corporate events, and festivals. Built with Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS.

School Management System

School Management System

A comprehensive school management system for streamlining educational institution operations, including student records, staff management, attendance tracking, and administrative reporting. Built with Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS.

Got a Project in Mind?
Let's Talk.

lawrence@olvix.co.za