What Lagos Taught Me About Building Resilient Tech in the Cloud

Introduction Before I started working with cloud platforms or enterprise infrastructure, I was on the ground in Lagos, installing LED screens in public buses. Those early days taught me a lot — not just about technology, but about how to build systems that hold up in real-world conditions. Today, even as I manage cloud infrastructure in the UK, I still lean on lessons I learned navigating challenges back home. Here’s how working in Lagos shaped the way I think about tech resilience, user experience, and scalability. 1. Build for Failure, Not Perfection In Nigeria, especially in tech fieldwork, things go wrong. Power cuts, rough roads, network blackouts — it’s all part of the job. When we deployed transparent LED displays in Lagos buses, we had to plan for these issues without letting the systems go down. That experience shaped how I approach cloud design today. Whether I’m working in AWS or Azure, I always assume something will break — and I build systems that can recover quickly. 2. Watch How People Actually Use Tech A lot of my early work was very hands-on. Installing screens in buses taught me that users often behave in ways you don’t expect. The way people look at screens, the questions they ask, the things they try — it all gives you insight you can’t get from a manual. In enterprise IT, I take the same approach. I listen to users, watch how tools are used in the real world, and adjust based on what actually helps them, not just what’s technically correct. 3. Share What You Learn At one point, I realized I was solving the same problems over and over — and so were others on my team. That’s when I got serious about documentation. Now, whether I’m writing guides for Microsoft 365 rollouts or logging lessons from a migration project, I always try to document clearly and share it. It saves time, helps teammates, and improves the way we work as a team. Tools I Rely On Infrastructure & Cloud: AWS, Microsoft Azure, Docker, AnsibleSupport & Ops: Jira, Nagios, Microsoft Teams, RDPHardware: Cisco routers, Dell servers, signage systemsRemote Tools: AnyDesk, TeamViewer, Zoom Final Thoughts Lagos gave me something I carry into every project: a grounded, real-world mindset. It taught me how to build things that survive rough conditions — and how to support people who rely on those systems every day. Now that I work in the UK tech space, those lessons haven’t changed. Whether it’s buses or servers, infrastructure is still about making things work where they matter most.

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From Lagos Buses to Manchester Servers: Building the Future of Tech from the Ground Up

My journey in technology began on the bustling streets of Lagos, where I worked on one of the most forward-thinking advertising projects in Nigeria: the Treephub Transparent LED Screen. With FlinkTeshnik Ltd, I helped deploy and maintain transparent digital displays on buses and public spaces. These weren’t just ordinary screens—they featured real-time content updates and even eye-tracking software to measure audience engagement. Working hands-on in field environments, I was responsible for the installation, network integration, and ongoing support of LED signage solutions used across Lagos and Abuja. It was where I learned to combine hardware, networking, and creativity in real-world settings. But I didn’t stop there. In the years that followed, I expanded my technical capabilities, supporting users and systems in remote and hybrid environments. At ASL Business Solutions, I managed hundreds of support tickets monthly, helping customers resolve hardware and software issues while maintaining high customer satisfaction. It was here that I deepened my expertise in user support, ticketing systems, and remote troubleshooting tools. Later, as a Senior IT Engineer with Dashboard Innovations, I moved fully into cloud-first environments. Managing infrastructure for over 500 distributed users, I designed secure, efficient systems that enabled seamless global collaboration. I led cloud migrations, enforced cybersecurity practices like MFA, and played a crucial role in maintaining uptime and performance. Today, I serve as a Senior Field Services Engineer in Manchester, supporting a wide range of business-critical IT operations. From deploying Windows 11 across dozens of endpoints to leading training sessions for end-users, my role involves hands-on problem-solving, on-site support, and close collaboration with vendors and business stakeholders. I’m proud to maintain high SLA performance, manage IT inventory, and contribute to major IT rollouts—all while ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations. With a Master’s degree in Cloud and Network Security and certifications from AWS, Microsoft, Cisco, and Google, I’ve built a career that spans both technical depth and operational reliability. I’m especially passionate about bridging the gap between innovative technology and user-centric service delivery. From the moving buses of Lagos to the enterprise servers of Manchester, my journey has always been grounded in one principle: build reliable systems, empower users, and stay curious about what’s next in tech.

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