Experience

Howdy Learning

• Senior Software Engineer

  • May 2021 - Present

  • Led design and development of enterprise-level applications using cutting-edge technologies: React, Node.js, Express, Redux, MongoDB, AWS, Twilio, and Socket.io. • Re-architected web sockets, user presence, chat, and notification systems, reducing CPU usage from 400+Mb/s to less than 500kb/s. Decreased bounce rate by over 50% and increased signups. • Developed Howdy pluggable widgets with notification, redirect, and call functionalities, attracting 50+ customers (communities/schools) with hundreds of users each. • Architected and implemented scalable APIs and background workers for managing first- and third-party services. Handles thousands of daily user requests. • Led end-to-end development of products: single sign-on for WordPress, Thinkific, and Auth0; versatile Howdy widget for any website; Twilio call functionality for group communication; dashboards, testing, real-time notifications, scheduling polls, and calendar services. -------------------------------------------------------- About Howdy -------------------------------------------------------- + Howdy is an award-winning "plug & play" video and audio technology that makes it easy for course creators to connect with their students in real time. We help increase retention, revenue, and student experience with just a few clicks. + Partnering with Yale, Berklee Online, and other leading content creators looking to create a more human and authentic online learning experience. + We're advised and backed by leading operators from LinkedIn, Palantir, Google, and more. + Visit https://www.joinhowdy.com for more information. Show less



Bujua Nigeria Limited

• Software Developer

  • Apr 2020 - May 2021

  • Designed and developed a highly scalable multiple-choice test system tailored for presentation purposes, resulting in the project receiving approval from the education board with a budget exceeding $100,000. • Conducted comprehensive unit and integration testing, performed meticulous code reviews, and promptly addressed identified bugs for the UBEC educational tool. • Implemented robust load and stress testing methodologies to ensure optimal performance and reliability of the system. • Collaborated closely with a cross-functional team of developers, designers, and stakeholders to deliver an exceptional educational tool meeting the highest standards. • Employed React and React Native frameworks to create a user-friendly and responsive interface, enhancing the usability of the educational tool. • Leveraged the power of Node.js for efficient server-side development and effectively utilized Redux for seamless state management. • Utilized MongoDB as the database technology of choice for storing and managing vast amounts of educational content. • Deployed the UBEC educational tool on AWS, leveraging its scalability and availability features to accommodate increasing user demands. • Actively participated in all stages of the development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, meticulous design, meticulous implementation, comprehensive testing, and successful deployment. Show less



Sterling Digitals Limited

• Software Developer / Tutor

  • Oct 2018 - Mar 2021

  • Implemented modern web development frameworks and technologies like React, enabling efficient and interactive user interfaces. • Utilized Node.js for server-side development, building robust and scalable web applications building applications for clients including Zaat Intl and Dansun Properties. • Leveraged Python and Go to handle backend logic and perform data processing tasks. • Mentored students in JavaScript, React.js, GraphQL, Node.js, and Python, helping them gain proficiency in these technologies. • Introduced students to headless CMS platforms like Strapi and Sanity.io, teaching them how to leverage these tools to build dynamic and content-rich websites. • Encouraged students to adopt best practices in coding, emphasizing clean code structure, efficient algorithms, and adherence to industry standards. • Fostered a collaborative and supportive learning environment, assisting students in problem-solving and encouraging their growth as web developers. Show less



Freelance

• Egypt
• Human Resources
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Freelance software engineer/writer

  • Oct 2015 - Jul 2018

  • Contributed to the Nigerian Cassava Growers (NCGA) web project using PHP, JavaScript, and JQuery. • Developed a web/desktop application for the Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), providing efficient data management and processing functionalities. • Developed to the Tiplogo web project, creating a user-friendly platform for online purchases and administrative functions. • Collaborated closely with clients to understand their requirements, ensuring the delivered solutions met their specific needs. • Conducted thorough testing, including unit testing and integration testing, to ensure the quality and reliability of the software. • Maintained effective communication with clients, providing regular updates on the progress of the projects and addressing any concerns or questions. Show less