O.Farouk
KOUGBADA
My ambition is to put my knowledge, skills, and experience to work for companies to improve their productivity — crafting scalable products people love.
+100 Projects
Completed
What I Bring to the Table
From scalable backends to pixel-perfect mobile apps — I deliver end-to-end digital products that move the needle.
Web Development
Scalable, high-performance web applications with modern frameworks and clean architecture.
Mobile Development
Cross-platform mobile apps with Flutter that feel native on both iOS and Android.
IT Consulting
Strategic technical consulting to help businesses architect and scale their digital products.
Data Science & AI
Data pipelines, ML models with TensorFlow, and AI-powered features integrated into your product.
IT Training
Professional developer training programs — from Flutter to full-stack web with hands-on projects.
UX / UI Design
User-centered interface design that is both beautiful and functionally intuitive.
Google Developer Expert · Full Stack Engineer & AI Engineer
Google Developer Expert in Flutter, Senior Full Stack Engineer and AI Engineer based in Dubai, UAE and Lomé, Togo. With 7+ years of experience, I design robust web/mobile solutions that integrate AI and UX. As a Flutter GDE, Consultant, Lead Developer, and Google for Startups Mentor, I transform ideas into impactful products. I also train hundreds of developers through KOFACADEMY and international programs.
My Career Journey
Over 7 years of building digital products, leading teams, and training the next generation of developers.
Work Experience
Software Engineering Consultant
Designed and developed high-performance mobile apps, integrated REST APIs, optimized UX/UI, and managed deployments to App Store and Play Store.
Software Engineering Consultant
NowBuilt a food-ordering mobile platform, a web & mobile restaurant management system, and a SaaS for fashion studio management. Also contributed to product design and SEO optimization.
Software Engineering Consultant
NowLed the project team, developed the mobile app and admin dashboard, ensured code quality, configured server infrastructure, and handled App Store & Play Store deployments.
Senior Full Stack & AI Engineer
Designed scalable and secure software architectures, integrated AI solutions (LLMs, voice), built full-stack applications, and developed voice-based AI agents.
Software Engineering Consultant
Analyzed business requirements, designed and developed robust REST APIs, built a modern PWA for vehicle fleet management, and set up monitoring and continuous improvement mechanisms.
Software Engineering Consultant
Managed the project team, developed the mobile app and admin dashboard, ensured code quality, configured servers, and deployed on App Store, Play Store, and production server.
Digital Project Manager
Planned and supervised a digital platform for French-speaking African companies. Managed monitoring, evaluation, and operationalization of the solution.
IT Trainer & Consultant
NowDelivered training in web dev (PHP, React), Microsoft stack (.NET, Blazor, MAUI), Data & BI (Power BI, Microsoft Fabric), Cloud Azure, QML, cybersecurity and pentesting.
Mobile Development Lecturer (Dart/Flutter)
NowTeaching Dart, Flutter, and OOP to engineering students. Supervised student projects with best practices in architecture and code quality.
Lecturer — Digital Transformation
NowTaught digital transformation fundamentals, business process digitalization, and web & mobile application development.
App Development Trainer
Trained students in web and mobile application development, Java EE, project architecture (UML), and supervised hands-on projects.
Network Security Trainer
Delivered training in network and system security, cybersecurity concepts, and conducted practical attack simulations.
More Experience
Lead Trainer
NowTeaching mobile development (Flutter), web development (Vue.js, Laravel, Django), and Data Science courses to students and professionals.
Web Development Trainer
Taught web application development to students and professionals.
Lead Flutter Engineer
Designed and scaled the Flutter mobile app with robust architecture, offline-first approach, real-time sync, CI/CD pipelines, and App Store / Play Store releases.
IT Department Head
Technical lead and team manager. Directed application development and deployment of software solutions across web, mobile, and infrastructure.
IT Department Head
Technical reference and team manager. Oversaw mobile and web application development and infrastructure deployment.
Linux Kernel Developer
Developed and adapted kernels for embedded systems, integrated device drivers, optimized platform-specific features, and performed low-level debugging.
Full Stack Developer
Developed RESTful APIs, designed PWA applications, and maintained existing applications.
Python Web Developer
Developed web applications, managed server installation and maintenance, and built custom WordPress themes.
Lead Developer
Developed the mobile app, built RESTful APIs, configured the server, and managed Play Store deployment for a clinic management system.
Developer Intern
Developed the company website and deployed an Oracle database.
Junior Embedded Systems Developer
Contributed to Linux kernel feature development, fixed low-level bugs, wrote tests, and participated in technical training sessions.
Developer Intern
Developed mobile applications.
Education
Master — Artificial Intelligence
Dakar Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science — Computer Systems & Software
ESIBA Business School
High School Diploma
Collège Protestant Lomé Agbalépédogan
Certifications
Artificial Intelligence
FORCE N — Senegal
Advanced Django / Django Essential Training
LinkedIn Learning
Flutter Essential Training
LinkedIn Learning
Laravel 9 Essential Training
LinkedIn Learning
Google Developer Certification
My Preferred Stack
Technologies I work with daily to build fast, reliable, and scalable products.
Also experienced with
Featured Projects
A curated selection of my most impactful work.
Platform for ordering personalised video dedications from influencers and celebrities — a unique, unforgettable memory for yourself or a loved one.
STARSAPP
Comprehensive travel platform for booking bus tickets, car rentals and accommodation — covering all your travel needs in one place.
SAMANVOYAGE
E-learning platform sponsored by Efha Medicals enabling healthcare professionals to train in blood transfusion practice.
SAFEBLOOD ELEARNING
Transport app for ordering cars, motorcycles and tricycles with online payment, plus a meeting space and publication module.
KINGOO
Real estate and car marketplace mobile app connecting buyers and sellers across Africa with multilingual support.
ELYCHA
Travel and tourism mobile app showcasing Togo's five regions — beaches, waterfalls, cultural heritage sites, events and investment opportunities across West Africa.
DESTINATION TOGO
Mobile app for digital management, monitoring and assistance with all car-related administrative formalities.
SOGENUVO
What Clients Say
“Mr Farouk quickly understood our needs and offered creative solutions to meet them. The quality of work delivered was exceptional.”
DDesire
Managing Director · DONSERVICES
“Farouk has a good sense of understanding and always demonstrates great technical expertise in mobile application development.”
JJerôme
Graphic & Video Designer · TOGOCOM
“On all projects, Farouk always does an excellent job, delivering on time and on budget. A truly reliable professional.”
RRachid TASSEMBEDO
CEO · RACHCAPITAL
Let's Build Something Together
Have a project in mind? Need a consultant or tech trainer? I'm available and ready to collaborate.
Phone / WhatsApp
+228 93 55 47 40
+228 70 44 16 36
komarf28@gmail.com
pdg@kofcorporation.com
Location
DIP 1, Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Available for Freelance
Open to new opportunities