I’m a Data Engineer, AI Builder, and Instructor passionate about building real-world systems and helping others break into tech.

I work at the intersection of data, automation, and product, using modern tools and AI-assisted workflows to design scalable systems and ship practical solutions.

Currently, I combine building, teaching, and learning - which keeps me sharp both technically and conceptually.

• Data Engineering & Analytics
  I design and teach core concepts like SQL, data modeling, pipelines, and analytics — focusing on practical, job-ready skills.

• AI-assisted development
  I use AI tools to accelerate development, debug faster, and reason through complex systems — as a multiplier, not a shortcut.

• Backend & system design
  I build APIs, data systems, and scalable backends that power real applications.

• Automation & workflows
  I create automated systems and agent-based workflows to reduce manual work and improve efficiency.

Data Engineering Instructor @ Lux Academy

• Teaching SQL, data fundamentals, and analytics concepts to large cohorts (70+ students)
• Guiding beginners through complex topics like joins, subqueries, CTEs, and window functions
• Focusing on practical understanding, not just theory
• Supporting students in building confidence and problem-solving skills

• Founder / AI Engineer — SquadDrive (SaaS)
  Building a community-driven platform for car owners and events.

  Current work includes:

  • Subscription systems (Paystack integration)
  • Backend architecture & scalability
  • Real-time features
  • AI-assisted product iteration

• Growing as both a data engineer and technical educator

• Python, SQL, JavaScript, TypeScript

• PostgreSQL
• ETL/ELT pipelines
• Data modeling
• Analytics & reporting

• Supabase, Serverless Functions
• Docker, Linux, AWS

• React, Vite, Tailwind CSS
• TanStack Query, Zod

• n8n workflows
• APIs, webhooks, integrations
• LangChain

I’ve built and worked on:

• Data platforms and dashboards
• Machine learning projects (prediction & classification)
• Full-stack applications
• AI-powered tools and automation systems

Check my repositories for real implementations and experiments.

• Teaching and mentoring aspiring data professionals
• Sharing knowledge through projects and content
• Contributing to the African tech ecosystem through learning and collaboration

• Data Engineering
• SQL & analytics
• AI-assisted development
• Automation systems
• SaaS & product building

• Email: navasherbert01@gmail.com
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/navas-herbert
• GitHub: https://github.com/Navashub
• Dev.to: https://dev.to/navas_herbert

I don’t just learn and build - I also teach and simplify complex ideas.