KEHINDE ADEDOKUN

Backend Developer | AWS Certified

Lagos, NG.

About

Highly skilled Backend Developer specializing in scalable Node.js applications, RESTful APIs, and AWS cloud solutions, with a proven track record of enhancing API reliability by 85% and significantly reducing manual SQL operations by 70%. AWS-certified (SAA | CCP), I am dedicated to building high-performance, secure, and efficient backend systems.

Work

Tastyhouse

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Backend Developer

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Summary

Served as a Backend Developer for a food delivery platform, responsible for core system development and API integration.

Highlights

Developed and maintained scalable backend systems for a food delivery platform using Node.js and PostgreSQL, ensuring robust functionality and high performance.

Designed and implemented RESTful APIs for critical order management and user authentication, significantly improving system efficiency and security.

Integrated diverse third-party services, including payment gateways, and optimized deployment processes using AWS ECS and CI/CD pipelines.

Collaborated cross-functionally with frontend and DevOps teams to streamline releases and enhance overall product delivery timelines.

DevCareer

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Backend Facilitator & Developer

Remote

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Summary

Facilitated and developed backend solutions, mentoring students and significantly improving project quality and deployment processes.

Highlights

Led comprehensive backend training sessions for students, guiding them from foundational concepts to building production-ready Node.js APIs.

Delivered engaging lectures and hands-on coding sessions covering JavaScript, NPM, asynchronous programming, REST API design, MongoDB, and Express.js.

Enhanced the DevCareer project codebase by increasing test coverage from 12% to 64% within one month, significantly improving code quality and reliability.

Implemented robust CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions to automate builds and deployments across multiple environments, boosting development efficiency.

Collaborated with product teams to gather requirements, document technical specifications, and adapt lesson plans based on learner feedback and evaluation.

Volunteer

Channel Lead

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Devcareer Slack Community

Led and managed the Devcareer Slack community channel, fostering a supportive learning environment.

Highlights

Organized and moderated discussions, ensuring a productive and inclusive environment for developers.

Coordinated resources and shared best practices to assist members with their learning and career development.

Community Manager

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Nexascale Organization

Managed and fostered community engagement for Nexascale Organization.

Highlights

Facilitated community discussions and initiatives to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing among members.

Organized and supported virtual events, enhancing member participation and networking opportunities.

Backend Mentor

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AltSchool Africa

Mentored aspiring backend developers at AltSchool Africa, providing technical guidance and support.

Highlights

Provided one-on-one and group mentorship to students, guiding them through complex backend development challenges.

Reviewed code and offered constructive feedback, contributing to improved coding practices and project quality.

Education

Ladoke Akintola University

Nigeria, Nigeria
BSc. Computer Science

Kwara State Polytechnic

Nigeria, Nigeria
National Diploma Computer Science

Languages

English

Certificates

AWS Cloud Computing

ALX

AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate

Amazon Web Services

Quality Assurance

ISTQB CTFL Software Testing

Diploma in Backend Engineering

AltSchool Africa

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Amazon Web Services

Andela React Learning Program

Andela

SQL Developer

Zero to Mastery Academy

Skills

Programming Languages

JavaScript (Node.js), SQL, C.

Development Frameworks

NodeJS, Express.JS.

Databases

MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB.

Cloud/DevOps

AWS, Git, CI/CD (GitHub Actions), Docker, AWS ECS.

Tools

Postman, VSCode, Slack, ClickUp, NPM, Jest, Supertest.

Core Competencies

Git Version Control, Product Deployment, Quality Assurance, Stakeholders Engagement, Technical Operations, Troubleshooting, Relationship Building, Communication, Test Planning and Strategy, API Development.

Projects

Scissors – Link Shortener & Analytics App

Summary

Developed a comprehensive 'bit.ly-style' link shortener and analytics application.

Blog API – Full-Featured Blogging Backend

Summary

Created a full-featured blogging backend API with advanced content management and security features.