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Hi šŸ‘‹šŸ¾, I’m Andrew Okpainmo.

A product engineer with deep experience owning on-chain and off-chain systems end-to-end - from architecture and full-stack development to cloud infrastructure, on-chain deployments, and product leadership.
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Andrew Okpainmo

Driven by a passion for precision and a deep-seated curiosity for emerging technologies, I've spent the last several years architecting scalable solutions at the intersection of blockchain and product engineering. My journey began with a simple fascination for how things work, which quickly evolved into a career dedicated to building robust, decentralized systems that solve real-world problems.

I specialize in creating seamless user experiences powered by complex back-end logic. Whether it's developing secure smart contracts, optimizing high-performance DApps, or leading cross-functional teams toward a unified vision, I thrive on the challenge of pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the digital space.

When I'm not deep in code, you'll find me exploring the latest in cryptographic research, mentoring aspiring developers, or contributing to open-source projects that move the needle forward for the global tech community. I believe that the best products are born from collaboration, transparency, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Rust
Solidity
JavaScript/Typescript
NodeJs/ExpressJs
Python(Django)
Next.js
React
Anchor(Solana)
React Native
Tailwind CSS
Bootstrap
SCSS
Ethers.js
Git/Github
Docker
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
AWS
Jenkins
Github Actions
Prometheus
Grafana
Redis
RabbitMQ
Distributed Systems
Cloud Engineering & DevOps
Smart-contract Development
Ethereum
Solana
E-commerce
Smart-contract Integration
Blockchain Protocol Design/Architecture
/projects/opensource

A selection of my contributions to the open-source ecosystem, focusing on developer tools, core infrastructure, and blockchain visualization.

RustyCore Engine

A high-performance, asynchronous networking core built with Rust for distributed systems.

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Role
CTO(Zed Labs)Back-end DeveloperProject ArchitectFront-end DeveloperCloud/DevOps
Built With
RustTokioSerde
Focus
#Networking#Backend#Open Source

Zk-Proof Visualizer

A visual tool for understanding and debugging zero-knowledge proofs in real-time.

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Role
Front-end DeveloperCloud/DevOps
Built With
TypeScriptThree.jsSnarkJS
Focus
#ZKP#Blockchain#Visualization

Solana Seed Vault

A Rust library implementing the Seed Vault specification for secure key management.

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Role
Back-end DeveloperProject Architect
Built With
RustAnchorCryptography
Focus
#Solana#Security#Wallet

EVM Gas Tracker

CLI tool for real-time gas monitoring across 15+ EVM-compatible networks.

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Role
Back-end DeveloperProject ArchitectCloud/DevOpsSmart-contract DeveloperSmart-contract Integration Specialist
Built With
GoWeb3.jsRedis
Focus
#Monitoring#DevOps#EVM
/projects/client-projects

High-impact solutions delivered for enterprise clients and startups, ranging from decentralized exchange interfaces to secure backend infrastructure.

Nexus DEX Interface

A professional-grade trading interface for a decentralized exchange with deep liquidity monitoring.

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Role
Back-end DeveloperProject ArchitectCloud/DevOpsSmart-contract DeveloperSmart-contract Integration Specialist
Built With
Next.jsRedux ToolkitEthers.js
Focus
#DeFi#Web3#Frontend

AuthGuard API

Secure authentication and authorization middleware for enterprise-scale microservices.

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Role
Back-end DeveloperProject ArchitectCloud/DevOpsSmart-contract DeveloperSmart-contract Integration Specialist
Built With
GogRPCPostgreSQL
Focus
#Security#Infrastructure#API

Yield Optimizer Dashboard

Analytics platform for monitoring liquidation risks and yield farming strategies across protocols.

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Role
Back-end DeveloperProject ArchitectCloud/DevOpsSmart-contract DeveloperSmart-contract Integration Specialist
Built With
ReactD3.jsGraphQL
Focus
#Analytics#DeFi#Dashboard

Cross-Chain SDK

A developer SDK for seamless asset transfers and message passing between L1 and L2 networks.

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Role
Back-end DeveloperProject ArchitectCloud/DevOpsSmart-contract DeveloperSmart-contract Integration Specialist
Built With
Node.jsSolidityHardhat
Focus
#Interoperability#Web3#SDK
/projects/templates

Production-ready starter kits and architectural templates designed to accelerate development while maintaining the highest standards of code quality.

Premium Portfolio Kit

A production-ready portfolio template for senior engineers with built-in SEO and analytics.

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Role
Back-end DeveloperProject ArchitectCloud/DevOpsSmart-contract DeveloperSmart-contract Integration Specialist
Built With
Tailwind CSSFramer MotionNext.js
Focus
#Design System#Productivity#Starter

Modern SaaS Boilerplate

Complete stack for building SaaS applications with Stripe, Auth.js, and multi-tenant support.

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Role
Back-end DeveloperProject ArchitectSmart-contract Integration Specialist
Built With
Next.jsPrismaStripe
Focus
#SaaS#Full Stack#Boilerplate

Solana DApp Scaffold

The fastest way to spin up a Solana DApp with WalletAdapter and Anchor integration.

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Role
Back-end DeveloperProject ArchitectCloud/DevOps
Built With
ReactAnchorWeb3.js
Focus
#Solana#Scaffold#DApp

Docs Studio Template

A beautiful documentation site template built with MDX and a focus on developer experience.

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Role
Back-end DeveloperFront-end DeveloperDesign Co-ordinator
Built With
MDXTailwindContentlayer
Focus
#Documentation#UI/UX#Template
/blog/select-posts

Thought leadership and technical deep dives into the worlds of development, blockchain architecture, and product design.

Complete(Docker) Python Back-end Deployment On AWS EC2(EC2, Docker, Nginx, SSL, Route 53, Systemd)

A highly professional guide, that details a standard and complete deployment of a production-grade Python API server on AWS EC2

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Categorycloud-and-devops
PublishedMay 26, 2025 by Andrew James Okpainmo
#cloud-engineering#devops#aws#systemd#infrastructure#nginx#ssl#route 53#docker#python#django
Systemd Fundamentals - For Cloud And DevOps Engineers

A technical yet easy-to-understand introduction to Systemd - the system service manager of the Linux OS. Created to help cloud and DevOps engineers become better at managing virtual machines processes.

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PublishedMay 26, 2025 by Andrew James Okpainmo
#cloud-engineering#devops#aws#systemd#infrastructure#ec2
Complete NodeJs Back-end Deployment On AWS EC2(EC2, Nginx, SSL, Route 53, Systemd, NVM)

A thorough and highly professional guide, that details a standard and complete deployment of a NodeJs API server on AWS EC2. Learn about AWS EC2, Nginx, and a whole lot more

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PublishedMay 26, 2025 by Andrew James Okpainmo
#cloud-engineering#devops#aws#systemd#infrastructure#nginx#ssl#nvm#route 53#nodejs#expressjs
How To Create An AWS EC2 Instance/Virtual Machine(VM)

A detailed article(with practical steps and screenshots) on how to create virtual servers/machines on AWS with EC2

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Categorycloud-and-devops
PublishedMay 26, 2025 by Andrew James Okpainmo
#cloud-engineering#devops#aws#ec2#ssh#infrastructure
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