Articles & Hobbies

A look beyond the code — articles I've written on LinkedIn and Dev.to, and a few things I enjoy outside of development.

Articles

Short write-ups on what I'm learning and building, cross-posted between LinkedIn and Dev.to.

LinkedIn post about the KijaniSpace Talent Programme Hackathon

KijaniSpace Talent Programme Hackathon

A recap of the KijaniSpace Talent Programme Hackathon, where technology, Earth Observation and IoT came together to tackle real-world challenges in the Lake Victoria Basin — including climate-smart agriculture for smallholder farmers.

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Cover image for the Dev.to article Git is Much Bigger Than I Ever Imagined

Git is Much Bigger Than I Ever Imagined

What started as clone, pull and push turned into a much deeper dive; branches, merges, reflog and actually understanding what commands like git status are doing behind the scenes.

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Cover image for the Dev.to article Compilers vs. Interpreters

Compilers vs. Interpreters: What Happens Behind the Code?

A walk through what actually happens between writing source code and seeing it run tokens, the abstract syntax tree, and how compilers and interpreters take different paths to get you from "hello" to output.

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LinkedIn post about the Zone01 Kisumu GreenTech Hackathon and SmartAnga

Zone01 Kisumu GreenTech Hackathon — Building SmartAnga

On the team behind SmartAnga, a Climate Risk Intelligence & Resilience Platform built during the Zone01 Kisumu GreenTech Hackathon, from the idea to a working prototype over three days.

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Cover image for the Dev.to article Why Algorithms Matter

Why Algorithms Matter

On thinking before you code — why understanding an algorithm before typing the first line saves time, avoids messy solutions, and builds better problem-solving instincts.

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LinkedIn post about the BitDevs Kisumu Socratic Seminar

BitDevs Kisumu Socratic Seminar

Notes from the very first BitDevs Kisumu Socratic Seminar — attended mostly out of curiosity about Web3 and blockchain, and came away with a lot more to explore.

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LinkedIn post about the Build with Google AI event at Zone01 Kisumu

Build with Google AI at Zone01 Kisumu

Highlights from the Build with Google AI event hosted at Zone01 Kisumu — a day spent diving into the shift toward AI-assisted development and what it means for how we build.

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Cover image for the Dev.to article Why Algorithms Matter

Building a Data Analyst Agent with Google ADK

At the recent Build with Google AI event in Kisumu, the core focus centered around a fundamental shift: moving from single-prompt chat completion to Agentic Workflows.

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Hobbies & Interests

A few things that keep me curious and balanced outside of development.

Gaming

Gaming is a great way to unwind, explore different worlds, and challenge myself through strategy, creativity, and problem-solving.

Fashion

Fashion gives me a creative outlet to experiment with different styles, express my personality, and stay inspired by new trends.

Music

Music is part of my everyday life, whether I'm relaxing, staying motivated, or discovering new sounds and genres.

Fitness

Staying active helps me maintain a healthy lifestyle, build discipline, and keep both my body and mind energized.