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Kampala, Central Region, Uganda
@joshuaokello
Member since 2012
CURRENT MISSION Learn. Experience. Share. ABOUT ME I am passionate about using technology to change status quos. Although I currently work as a Software Engineering Manager at Andela, I spent most of my 20s building or mentoring startups in Uganda, Kenya, and Chile. The same mission in life then drove me into consultancy for a number of eHealth international and local organizations. Did some hosting myself back when I was in Santiago, Chile, but since getting back home (circa 2017), I haven't yet been able to. PHILOSOPHY Life is too short. Make it count. To some, this means enjoying it and I agree but I also think you need to contribute to the betterment of others.
Interested in Books & Literature
Interested in Economics
Fluent in Acholi
Learning Spanish
Why I'm on Couchsurfing
Connect. Exchange. Learn. Adventure.
Music, Movies, and Books
I listen to all types of music, but I am more partial to reggae, afrobeat, country, EDM (the kind with vocals), and Jazz. And music from Los Amigos Invisibles. :-)
One Amazing Thing I've Done
Hmm... since 16, I've turned my passion for computers and technology to make a dent, however small, on the world. Through mentoring, building or consulting, the software products I've worked have impacted quite a number of people across continents.
Teach, Learn, Share
It is difficult to say just one thing. Mostly share culture. I wouldn't mind teaching some coding if you're up for it and maybe some salsa moves. But mostly, I love to think I am a good conversationalist. :-D
What I Can Share With Hosts
I think that we can share knowledge and experiences. I also have no problem with helping out with work or errands at your place/house. :-)
My Interests
Music. Knowledge. Technology. Soccer - Liverpool FC.
