Lekan

ML and Software Engineer

Toronto, Canada

About Me

As a fourth-year York University Computer Science student, my passion for technology drives me to innovate. Driven by the potential of machine learning and its applications, I'm currently exploring large language models and their wider impact within the AI landscape. I'm eager to contribute to innovative solutions in this domain.

I'm a fourth-year Computer Science student at York University with a strong foundation in Python, Java, JavaScript, and machine learning principles. My passion for technology drives me to continually explore and understand the latest advancements in the field. I am particularly interested in the potential of machine learning and its diverse applications. Currently, I am delving into large language models and their impact within the AI landscape. With a commitment to innovative solutions, I am eager to contribute to cutting-edge projects and research in this domain. My goal is to leverage my skills and knowledge to make a significant impact in the tech industry.

Featured Projects

StudyBuddy by Cognora

Flagship AI-powered educational platform of Cognora, built with React and Cloudflare Workers, delivering personalized learning experiences through intelligent AI integration.

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Multi-LLM API Toolkit

A lightweight Node.js library for unified API interactions across multiple LLMs (Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok) with streaming and multi-modal support.

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My Skills

Core

  • Python
  • Java
  • Git
  • Data Structures & Algorithms
  • JavaScript
  • React
  • C/C++
  • TypeScript

Backend

  • SQLite

Machine Learning / AI

  • Scikit-learn
  • TensorFlow
  • Data Wrangling (Pandas)
  • Text Preprocessing

Latest Blog Posts

The State of AI: Beyond Language Models and the Quest for True Intelligence

As an ML Engineer and Software Developer, I’ve been closely observing the rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence, particularly in the domain of Large Language Models (LLMs). With AI being such a prevalent topic, I want to share my thoughts on the current state of AI, its potential, and its fundamental limitations. Defining AI and Intelligence To me, AI is fundamentally a self-acting agent designed to enhance human activity and efficiency. However, it’s crucial to distinguish between AI and true intelligence.

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Work Experience

Founder & Technical Lead

Cognora | September 2024 - Present

  • Architected and launched Cognora (cognora.ca), an innovative AI-powered educational platform that transforms personalized learning experiences
  • Developed StudyBuddy using React and serverless architecture, achieving 40% performance improvement through optimized infrastructure
  • Implemented advanced AI features and established scalable systems supporting rapid user growth and platform expansion
  • Created successful monetization strategy with tiered subscriptions, generating revenue within first quarter of operations
  • Built robust development processes and technical foundation enabling seamless scaling and future platform evolution

Education

York University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science | Expected Graduation: June 2025

Dalhousie University

Bachelor of Science, Applied Computer Science | September 2021 - June 2022

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