Meet the Founder
Francois Smit
Business Owner & Lead Developer
With 24+ years in software development, I've led teams, architected enterprise systems, and delivered solutions for some of South Africa's most demanding clients. From solving video streaming challenges that stumped two vendors for two years, to building multi-tenant SaaS platforms deployed at major insurance companies, I bring deep technical expertise and a relentless focus on delivery.
24+
Years Experience
Certifications
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
K2 Certified Developer
Software Engineering Diploma (CTI)
Career Journey
20+ years in software development - from IT Technician to Solutions Architect, building enterprise systems along the way.
- Founded software development consultancy delivering enterprise solutions
- Major contract with leading industry software provider
- Architected modernized RESTful API for next-generation platform
- Solved video streaming integration in 3 months (2 vendors failed over 2 years)
- Fleet management platform R&D
- CI/CD pipelines, Docker containerization
- Built multi-tenant SaaS platform from concept to production
- Mastered Kubernetes, Docker, AKS, Terraform, ABP Framework, Blazor in 5 months
- Delivered SaaS platform deployed at major insurance company
- Led development team of 3, mentored junior staff
- Supplier Portal (Angular 4, ASP.NET Web API, OutSystems)
- TFS automated build/release pipelines
- Managed offshore development team
- SharePoint + CRM 2013 integrations
- C# billing system development
- AngularJS/Bootstrap web applications
- Redesigned Data Access Layer with Dapper.Net
- K2 workflow projects for banking clients
- Training and mentoring interns
- Designed and built Employee Self Service System from scratch
- Employee Registration, Terminations, Leave/Mileage/Expense Claims
- K2 workflow integration for approvals
- Electronic Payroll system development
- Technical specifications documentation
- Legacy Visual C/VB6 maintenance
- Online booking system rewrite
- First professional IT role
- Desktop support and basic development
Key Achievements
Solved the Impossible
At a fleet management company, solved a video streaming integration challenge in 3 months that 2 previous vendors failed to deliver over 2 years.
Rapid Mastery
Mastered Kubernetes, Docker, AKS, Terraform, ABP Framework, and Blazor in just 5 months to deliver a multi-tenant SaaS platform.
Enterprise Delivery
Delivered SaaS platforms for major insurance companies. Built enterprise solutions across insurance, finance, industrial, and hospitality sectors.
Team Leadership
Led development teams of up to 3 developers, managed offshore teams, and mentored junior staff throughout career.
End-to-End System Ownership
Designed, developed, and managed the complete Employee Self Service System at a logistics company - handling registrations, terminations, leave/mileage/expense claims with K2 workflow integration and payroll system connectivity.
Technology Stack
Enterprise-grade technologies for building robust, scalable solutions.
Our Story
In 2003, I started my journey in software development with a simple belief: technology should solve real business problems. Over two decades later, that belief has taken me from building SharePoint solutions for major hospitality companies to architecting enterprise platforms for industry leaders. In 2023, I founded DEVMETRIX to bring enterprise-grade development capabilities to businesses of all sizes.
Our Mission
"To deliver world-class software solutions that transform South African businesses, combining deep technical expertise with a genuine understanding of local market needs."
Our Values
Enterprise quality for every client
Transparent communication and pricing
Solutions that scale with your business
Local expertise, global standards
Long-term partnerships over quick wins