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Adebola (Deboh) Ayoola Ibiyode, widely known as Debola Ibiyode,
is a distinguished Solutions Architect, Software Engineer, and
Artificial Intelligence Expert, leading cross-functional teams
across multiple continents. With over two decades of experience
in the tech industry, she specializes in software development,
AI solutions, and technical leadership.
Debola holds
a Master’s degree (with distinction) in Computer Engineering
from Syracuse University, New York, along with Artificial
Intelligence certifications from both Oxford University and
Harvard University. She also earned a Bachelor’s degree in
Computer Science from Ladoke Akintola University, and holds
Prince2 Certification and Microsoft Certified Solution Developer
(MCSD) credentials.
Her journey in software
development began over 20 years ago, playing a pivotal role in
the creation of Nigeria’s first groundbreaking JAMB and WAEC
result checker. This innovation transformed the Nigerian
education sector, enabling students nationwide to access their
exam results online using scratch cards.
Throughout
her career, Debola has contributed to numerous organizations in
Nigeria and internationally. One of her most notable
achievements was leading a company to secure significant
investments and successfully navigating its acquisition—a
milestone she accomplished as both a shareholder and technical
director.
As Director and Chief Technology Officer at
an online accounting software company, Debola played a key role
in developing cloud-based, user-friendly accounting solutions
tailored for accountants, SMEs, and organizations. She was
instrumental in the success of LiquidAccounts, a scalable
accounting platform, and significantly contributed to the
development of the UK’s HMRC Making Tax Digital (MTD) system.
Under her leadership, LiquidAccounts became one of the first
companies to help test and validate HMRC's MTD system,
shaping the future of digital tax reporting.
(https://liquidaccounts.com/ and
https://vat.liquidaccounts.com/)
Currently, Debola is the Group Head of Engineering at a
leading firm in the low-carbon market, driving
climate-positive initiatives for decarbonization, particularly
within Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. She also holds advisory
roles at Optisource Technology and DCS Academy, among other
organizations.
A passionate advocate for STEM
education, Debola is dedicated to teaching coding and
technology to children. She actively volunteers at her son’s
school in the UK and supports STEM education initiatives both
locally and internationally. Committed to fostering a safe and
supportive learning environment, she strives to ensure that
every child has access to quality education, equipping them
for a successful future, through her Online Coding School -
Optisource Coding.
Debola specializes in Developing
and Integrating Generative AI (GenAI) tools into AI-driven
platforms. She also Advises companies on harnessing GenAI
solutions to optimize performance, foster innovation, and
enhance productivity.
Master’s in Computer Engineering, Syracuse University (USA)
Certificate in Artificial Intelligence in Python, Harvard University (USA)
Certification in Artificial Intelligence, Oxford University (UK)
Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Ladoke Akintola University (Nigeria)
