Kolade Afode
About Kolade Afode
Kolade Afode is a Software Engineer with a background in Law, holding an LLB from the University of Leeds and an LLM from BPP Law School. He specializes in developing accessible user interfaces and has experience with a variety of technologies including React, Next.js, and GraphQL.
Work at Starling Bank
Kolade Afode currently serves as a Software Engineer at Starling Bank, a position he has held since 2023. His role is based in London, England, and operates in a hybrid work environment. At Starling, he focuses on developing software solutions that enhance user experience and streamline banking operations.
Previous Experience at Super
Before joining Starling Bank, Kolade worked as a Full Stack Engineer at Super from 2022 to 2023. This role was remote and based in Denver, Colorado, United States. During his time at Super, he contributed to various projects, utilizing his skills in both front-end and back-end development.
Education and Expertise
Kolade Afode studied at BPP Law School, where he earned a Master of Laws (LLM) from 2019 to 2020. He also holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of Leeds, which he completed from 2016 to 2019. His educational background in law complements his technical expertise in software engineering.
Technical Skills and Technologies
Kolade specializes in a variety of technologies, including Typescript, Next.js, React, and Tailwind CSS. He has experience implementing GraphQL schemas and building REST APIs with Node.js. His proficiency extends to using AWS services such as DynamoDB, S3, and SQS, as well as familiarity with MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and other technologies.
Personal Portfolio and Projects
Kolade maintains a personal portfolio at https://kxlaa.com/, where he showcases his work and projects. This portfolio highlights his skills in creating accessible and responsive user interfaces, as well as his experience in both client and server-side web applications.