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Interswitch Qcon: Redefining Software Engineering Excellence in Nigeria

 Interswitch recently hosted its inaugural Qcon 2025, a groundbreaking event that gathered Nigeria’s software engineering community to explore innovation, emerging technologies, and the future of the industry. Held in Lagos, the event delivered a dynamic mix of knowledge sharing, networking, and thought-provoking conversations, a testament to Interswitch’s dedication to driving excellence within the tech ecosystem.The energy in the room was palpable as leading experts, industry pioneers, and passionate developers addressed key challenges and explored exciting opportunities in software engineering. Through insightful presentations and white papers, Interswitch Qcon 2025 offered valuable perspectives on the industry’s evolving landscape.The event featured an impressive roster of speakers from Interswitch and renowned organisations like Microsoft, NetApp, and Remita, offering actionable strategies and deep insights into a range of topics. The event reinforced the importance of collaboration in navigating the complexities of modern software development. Speakers from Interswitch included Abdul-Hafiz Ibrahim, Divisional Head, Engineering; Folarin Oladunni, Enterprise Automation Engineer; Abdulbasit Kabir, Head of Infrastructure Engineering; Aihe Omoede, Divisional Head, Engineering and Technology; and Suleiman Suleiman, Software Engineer.They were joined by notable external speakers including Asir Selvasingh, Principal Architect, Java on Microsoft Azure; Yves Weisser, Senior Consulting Solutions Architect, NetApp; Rabiu Yaya, Principal Group Engineering Manager, Microsoft Kenya; and Mujib Ishola, CTO of Remita.Throughout the sessions, experts unpacked the latest tools, frameworks, and methodologies shaping the future of software engineering. Suleiman explored Google Remote Procedure Calls (gRPC) technology, highlighting its high-performance communication framework and its role in enhancing speed, security, and efficiency in transaction processing. Oladunni showcased Microsoft PowerApps, demonstrating how developers can build low-code applications to accelerate development and boost productivity. Omoede discussed Docker, illustrating how containerisation enhances developer efficiency and streamlines application deployment while Ibrahim introduced Hoverfly, an Application Programming Interphase (API) simulation tool that enables developers to test and optimise interactions without dependencies, leading to more reliable software.Other key sessions focused on AI-driven software development, with discussions on how artificial intelligence automates repetitive tasks and optimises workflows. There were also deep dives into GitOps best practices, guiding developers on automating application protection and implementing robust disaster recovery plans for stateful databases. Experts further demonstrated how JHipster accelerates enterprise application development by seamlessly integrating backend and frontend frameworks. Beyond the sessions, Qcon provided an unmatched platform for networking, where participants exchanged ideas, built connections, and identified opportunities for collaboration. With the resounding success of its first edition, Interswitch Qcon has set a high benchmark for future gatherings. Interswitch’s unwavering commitment to fostering continuous learning and professional development positions the company as a key driver of innovation in Nigeria’s software ecosystem. Stay tuned for updates on future editions of Interswitch Qcon as Interswitch continues to champion innovation, collaboration, and growth within the tech ecosystem!