Summary
Elias Bayona is a software engineer and programming lead with nine years of experience building machine learning and web applications, currently leading instruction at Africa Code Academy and engineering at Asante Tech Group. He combines practical deep learning work—object detection, classification, and sentiment analysis—with full-stack skills in Python, PyTorch, SQL, Java, and React to ship educator-focused analytics and reporting tools. Elias has a track record of translating local needs into tech products, from the Botswana Digital Innovation Hub’s Skills Ranker to classroom analytics that help educators make data-driven decisions. As a Developer Circles Gaborone facilitator, he blends community-focused mentorship with a passion for cloud and AI to improve underserved communities. Known for pairing hands-on model development with production-minded engineering, he is actively expanding his deep learning portfolio through applied projects and teaching.
9 years of coding experience
4 years of employment as a software developer
Deep learning Nanodegree, Deep learning, Deep learning Nanodegree, Deep learning at Udacity