INTERSWITCH HOSTS INAUGURAL ENGINEERING SUMMIT, PIONEERING TECH INNOVATION IN NIGERIA

In a bold move to advance Nigeria’s technology landscape, Interswitch hosted its first-ever Engineering Summit, an event designed to drive innovation, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration within the software engineering ecosystem. Held at the Interswitch Headquarters in Lagos, the event brought together industry pioneers, developers, and tech experts to explore the latest emerging technologies, engineering best practices, and the future of software development.

A Platform for Knowledge Exchange and Innovation

With the theme "Innovating with Emerging Technologies," the summit featured insightful presentations, white papers, and discussions on groundbreaking tools and methodologies shaping modern engineering. Experts from Interswitch, Microsoft, NetApp, and Remita led engaging sessions, sharing actionable strategies and real-world applications of cutting-edge technologies.

Key speakers included:

Interswitch:
- Abdul-Hafiz Ibrahim – Divisional Head, Engineering
- Abdulbasit Kabir – Head of Infrastructure Engineering
- Aihe Omoede – Divisional Head, Engineering and Technology
- Folarin Oladunni – Enterprise Automation Engineer
- Suleiman Suleiman – Software Engineer
External Experts:
- Yves Weisser – Senior Consulting Solutions Architect, NetApp
- Rabiu Yaya – Principal Group Engineering Manager, Microsoft Kenya
- Mujib Ishola – CTO, Remita

Exploring Next-Gen Engineering Tools and Frameworks

The summit covered a range of critical topics, with experts diving into state-of-the-art technologies that are revolutionizing software development:

gRPC Remote Procedure Call Technology – Suleiman Suleiman highlighted how gRPC enhances speed, security, and efficiency in transaction processing.
Microsoft PowerApps – Folarin Oladunni demonstrated how low-code platforms accelerate application development and improve productivity.
Docker & Containerization – Aihe Omoede explained how containerization boosts developer efficiency and streamlines app deployment.
Hoverfly API Simulation – Abdul-Hafiz Ibrahim introduced Hoverfly, an API simulation tool that enables developers to test software interactions without dependencies, ensuring more reliable systems.
AI-Driven Software Development – Discussions centered on how AI automates repetitive tasks and optimizes software engineering workflows.
GitOps & Automated Application Security – Experts explored techniques for enhancing cybersecurity through automation.
Disaster Recovery Planning for Stateful Databases – Sessions covered the importance of resilient data management strategies.
JHipster for Enterprise Development – Experts showcased how JHipster accelerates full-stack enterprise app development by integrating backend and frontend frameworks.

Networking and Industry Collaboration

Beyond the technical deep dives, the summit provided an unparalleled networking platform, allowing attendees to exchange ideas, build professional connections, and explore new collaboration opportunities within Nigeria’s tech ecosystem.

A Strong Foundation for Future Growth

The resounding success of this inaugural summit cements Interswitch’s role as a leader in technology and engineering excellence. By fostering continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration, Interswitch is setting the stage for future groundbreaking advancements in Nigeria’s software development industry.

Looking Ahead

With this strong precedent, Interswitch plans to make the Engineering Summit a recurring event, further reinforcing its commitment to building a thriving, knowledge-driven tech ecosystem in Nigeria and beyond.

Stay tuned for updates on future editions!