Akin Akintola: Network as Code, Programmable networks at your fingertips

Conference: Shift Miami 2024

Year: 2024

Imagine a world where you are able to “interact” directly with a 5G network requesting for network resources like latency, bandwidth change or specialized networks on-demand through a simple API call. Programable networks are very complex to work with and while these capabilities are traditionally closed off to 3rd party developers, Network as Code gets rid of the complexity and exposes the capabilities to developers enabling innovation and the creation of new value. During this session you will be introduced to some real-world application examples and how you can very easily use Network as Code APIs and SDK to tap into these network capabilities to build or enhance your applications. Akin leads the Site Reliability Engineering and Delivery functions for Nokia’s Network Monetization Business. He has been at the forefront of evolving thought leadership around network exposure to ecosystems within Nokia for over 7 years. This passion for digital ecosystems is evidenced in Akin’s appreciation for Developer Advocacy and his participation in shaping Nokia’s response to the ecosystem’s revolution in multiples roles across Nokia. Prior to joining Nokia, Akin spent a few years at Motorola and Jones Lang Laselle and has had an international career spanning across four continents.