A Quiet Year, But a Full One
A personal reflection on a year of building, learning, and love — from developing WhoPrompt and a Go-based ledger system, to shaping FabricX and speaking at Curacel, and finally, getting married.
I'm Solomon, a software engineering leader based in Lagos, Nigeria. With 10 years of experience, I specialize in building scalable systems and generative AI applications. I have a passion for architecting innovative fintech solutions and leading high-performing engineering teams to turn complex ideas into reality.
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A personal reflection on a year of building, learning, and love — from developing WhoPrompt and a Go-based ledger system, to shaping FabricX and speaking at Curacel, and finally, getting married.
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I build software solutions that leverage modern technologies including AI to solve complex business challenges. My focus is on creating robust, scalable systems that drive efficiency and innovation.