From First-Class Honours in Pharmacy to Thriving Software Engineer
Oluwatorinmo Ajanaku, a software engineer at Zedcrest Group, embodies the power of pursuing passion beyond conventional paths. After graduating with a First-Class Honours degree in Pharmacy from the University of Ibadan in 2020, she embarked on an unconventional journey into technology.
Early Exploration & Training
Ajanaku’s tech exploration began during internships at Zuri Team Inc. and through extensive online courses covering product design, software engineering, and related fields. This period laid the foundation for her transition to a full-time career in tech.
Current Role & Focus Areas
Today, Ajanaku builds reliable backend systems that handle complex financial transactions at the intersection of finance and technology. She’s also expanding her impact through writing and advocacy work focused on:
- Digital literacy for all ages
- AI adoption strategies
- STEM education for young girls
- Exploring technical concepts in accessible ways
Key Insights from Ajanaku’s Experience:
- Inspiration through personal journey: “Coming from a non-technical background and forging my own path has shown me the power of persistence and resilience.”
- Essential work tools: C#, .NET, Visual Studio, Git, Postman, Microsoft Teams, Azure Data Studio, and Claude.
- Creative process: Stepping away from screens, taking walks, or even cold showers to clear her mind when seeking inspiration.
Vision for the Future
Ajanaku envisions a world with:
- A secure digital identity system that enables seamless global mobility and opportunity
- Technology education accessible to all, regardless of background