The Developer

More Than Just
Lines of Code.

I'm Abolaji Akorede, a software developer based in Lagos, Nigeria. I build scalable digital products across web and mobile, with a strong focus on performance, clean architecture, and real-world usability.

What I Do

My work spans web applications using modern React frameworks, mobile applications with Flutter, and backend systems & APIs built with Python (FastAPI) that support real production traffic.

On the backend I design asynchronous architectures using Celery, vector search with pgvector, and document intelligence pipelines — not just REST endpoints. On the frontend I'm particularly strong with Next.js, choosing tools based on the problem, not trends.

Graduating from the University of Ilorin with a degree in Educational Technology gave me a unique perspective: technology is only as good as its usability. That conviction shapes every system I build.

Experience

2025 — Present

Lead Full-Stack Developer

Frontier Dynamics Limited · Lagos

Leading the engineering team to build the technical foundation for FDL's emerging digital products. Because I operate with high autonomy and an agile, milestone-driven workflow, I am able to scale their architecture rapidly while maintaining the flexibility to take on select freelance engineering contracts.

  • Rapid Deployment: Architected, developed, and successfully deployed the official corporate web platform from scratch in exactly 1 month.
  • Complex System Architecture: Currently engineering Hostel Connect, a scalable marketplace featuring a strict 4-tier Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) architecture and a secure escrow payment pipeline.
  • Engineering Leadership: Directing and mentoring a team of 5 development interns. I manage code reviews, assign technical deliverables, and enforce production-grade architecture standards.
2024 — Present

Full-Stack Developer

Freelance

Designing and building web and mobile solutions for clients, focusing on performance, maintainability, and clean user experience.

2023 — 2025

Senior Computer Operator

Flora Schools · Ilorin

Supported academic and administrative systems, strengthening my understanding of how real users interact with technology in non-ideal conditions.

2021 — 2025

B.Sc. Ed in Educational Technology

University of Ilorin

Graduated with a focus on integrating technology into learning systems. This academic background drives my passion for building EdTech solutions.

Tech Stack

Frontend

ReactNext.jsTailwind CSSFlutterTypeScript

Backend

Python (FastAPI)LaravelNode.jsPostgreSQLRedis

Tools & Infra

GitDockerCelerypgvectorPostmanFigma

Location

Lagos, NG

Open to remote roles and high-impact freelance projects.

Education

B.Sc. Ed, Educational Technology

University of Ilorin (2021 — 2025)