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John Oba

I'm a software engineer and tech leader driven by principle and processes, with my focus every day being to create meaningful impact and lasting value on both the projects I build and the people I work alongside.

Currently Engineering at Alveum, I focus on building AI-powered platforms, intelligent recommendation systems, and seamless real-time experiences. I thrive at the intersection of people and systems, strategy and execution.

I also co-founded Startuplist Africa, scaling it to Africa's No. 1 Startup Intelligence System with 300K+ users. I enjoy blending backend and frontend artistry, from robust data architectures to interactive UI design.

Through my blog, Afrodev, I share insights on software development, developer experience, and tech trends to inspire and empower fellow developers. You'll most find me in the gym, and a lover of table tennis.

Featured Articles

Building Smart Recommendation Systems with Node.js and Google Gemini

Building Smart Recommendation Systems with Node.js and Google Gemini

In this article, we’ll discuss how to move beyond traditional keyword-based searches by building sma...

17 September, 2024 • 6 min read

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From Hater to Believer-How Cursor Changed My Approach to AI Coding

From Hater to Believer-How Cursor Changed My Approach to AI Coding

Discover how I went from being skeptical about AI in coding to fully embracing Cursor as a powerful ...

16 August, 2024 • 5 min read

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Challenges of Building Real-Time Collaborative Systems

Challenges of Building Real-Time Collaborative Systems

Building real-time collaborative systems is a challenging task. In this post, we will explore the ch...

26 July, 2024 • 6 min read

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Evolving Engineering: Everything Hard is Now Easy

Evolving Engineering: Everything Hard is Now Easy

What took days to build last year can now be accomplished in hours, with code quality that rivals to...

12 November, 2024 • 6 min read

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