ABIDEEN ADEWALE ADENEKAN

Backend Developer | Python/Django | Backend Instructor

Lagos, NG.

About

Python Backend Developer with experience designing backend applications, developing RESTful APIs, managing relational databases, and delivering technical training. Experienced in fintech software development, backend application support, and mentoring aspiring developers in Python and Django through project-based learning. Skilled in Python, Django, Django REST Framework, SQL databases, Git, API development, debugging, and software troubleshooting. Passionate about writing clean, maintainable code and building scalable backend systems while continuously expanding expertise in Machine Learning and AI technologies through the 3MTT × Airtel NextGen Program.

Work

Tecton Academy & Studio

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Backend Development Instructor / Operations Manager

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Summary

Delivered backend development training while managing day-to-day academy operations and collaborating on initiatives to improve learner outcomes and academy performance.

Highlights

Delivered hands-on Python and Django Backend Development training using project-based learning.

Mentored over 10 aspiring developers in Backend Development, REST APIs, Git, database design, debugging, and deployment concepts.

Developed practical coding exercises that improved learners' understanding of real-world software development.

Conducted code reviews and one-on-one technical mentoring to improve software quality and problem-solving skills.

Introduced learners to AI tools, Prompt Engineering, and modern software development workflows.

Coordinated day-to-day academy operations including curriculum planning, learner support, class scheduling, and operational processes.

Collaborated with management on initiatives to improve student engagement and academy performance.

CicoServe Payments Limited

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Backend Developer

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Summary

Supported backend development for fintech payment solutions by building and maintaining APIs, optimizing database performance, and resolving backend application issues.

Highlights

Supported backend development for POS terminal integration solutions used by merchants within the fintech ecosystem.

Developed and maintained backend APIs supporting payment-related services.

Optimized MySQL database queries to improve application performance.

Investigated and resolved backend application issues, improving software reliability.

Participated in Agile development processes including sprint planning, debugging, testing, and code reviews.

Worked with Git, Bitbucket, Jira, and Postman throughout the software development lifecycle.

Education

University of The People

Online, Online, United States
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Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) (In Progress) Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

African Church Model College

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
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Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSCE)

Skills

Python

Python.

JavaScript

JavaScript.

HTML

HTML.

CSS

CSS.

Django

Django.

RESTful API Development

RESTful API Development, API.

MySQL Database Management

MySQL, Database Management.

HTML5

HTML5.

CSS3

CSS3.

Tailwindcss

Tailwindcss.

JavaScript (ES6+)

JavaScript, ES6+.

Git & GitHub

Git, GitHub.

Bitbucket

Bitbucket.

Postman

Postman.

Netlify

Netlify.

Team Collaboration

Team Collaboration.

Leadership

Leadership.

Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking.

Effective Communication

Effective Communication.

Projects

Student Management System

Summary

Built a complete Student Management System supporting Create, Read, Update and Delete (CRUD) operations.

Django Authentication API

Summary

Developed secure REST APIs for User Registration, Login, Token Authentication, and Protected User Profile.