Edidiong Asikpo

Edidiong Asikpo, a software engineer at MongoDB, shares her inspiring journey from medical school to tech. Growing up in Lagos, she discovered her passion for coding while waiting for her studies to begin. Didi discusses Nigeria's vibrant tech scene and offers insights on transitioning between programming languages—from mobile apps to DevOps. She emphasizes the importance of open-source contributions and practical coding experience, and she highlights how technical writing can enhance developer skills.