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Technical writing
that moves
the needle.

I'm Yusuf Ishola — a DevRel Engineer & Technical Writer bridging the gap between complex engineering and developer adoption. My docs don't just inform — they convert.

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Measurable Impact

Numbers that tell the story

Every project leaves a measurable mark. Here's mine.

#0
AI Search Engine Rankings
Boosted GEO for Helicone AI, making them the top result cited by ChatGPT and other top LLMs
$0M+
Revenue Driven
Technical copy for Altschool Africa translated directly into $3M+ in revenue
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Developers Reached
Scaled documentation for Flare Network's global developer community
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Articles Authored
Technical articles, guides & explainers for crypto giant OKX
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Monthly Growth
Drove 20% monthly conversion growth at YC-backed Helicone via SEO & GEO
Work Experience

Companies I've shaped

Helicone Technical Writer Jan 2025 — Jul 2025 Remote · San Francisco
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  • Created and improved 50+ blog posts and 15+ tutorials & docs pages to help developers discover, understand, and adopt YC-backed Helicone's AI observability suite.
  • Led SEO research and content audits, boosting monthly readership, conversions, and search rankings by 20% monthly.
  • Drove Helicone's GEO (AI Engine Optimization) ranking to industry highest, maximizing visibility across AI search engines like Perplexity and ChatGPT.
  • Contributed TypeScript & React code to improve the blog and documentation site's UX and performance.
AI Docs SEO/GEO TypeScript React LLM Observability
Homie Technical Writer / PM Aug 2024 — Jan 2025 Remote · Japan
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  • Built Homie's documentation site from scratch using Next.js, handling writing, styling, and all visual assets — contributing to an 85% increase in user growth in a single month.
  • Wrote 20+ blog posts and 30+ documentation pages, boosting readership, SEO ranking, and product adoption by 30% monthly.
  • Responded to support tickets and proactively engaged with churning users to improve retention and drive adoption.
Next.js Product Docs SEO Community Retention
Flare Network Senior Technical Writer Dec 2023 — Aug 2024 Remote · UAE
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  • Authored technical documentation used daily by a developer community of over 28,000.
  • Drove a 30%+ increase in product adoption through close collaboration with 50+ developers and product managers.
  • Documented developer-facing products from scratch — including APIs, a Solidity auto-documentation tool, and a real-time data verification system for dApps and smart contracts.
  • Contributed TypeScript, React, and Solidity code to fix bugs and improve documentation UX across multiple products.
  • Utilized MkDocs and Swagger UI to deliver professional-grade, maintainable documentation.
API Docs Blockchain Solidity MkDocs Swagger UI
OKX Lead Technical Writer May 2022 — Oct 2022 Remote · Seychelles
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  • Led a team of writers to produce over 150 technical articles across OKX's Learn, Blog, and Academy platforms, covering blockchain infrastructure, DeFi, Layer-2s, and trading tools.
  • Developed and enforced editorial guidelines and SEO standards, ensuring content quality, consistency, and alignment with OKX's brand voice across all platforms.
  • Edited and mentored junior writers, raising the bar for clarity, accuracy, and SEO performance across all submissions.
Team Leadership Blockchain DeFi Editorial Strategy SEO
Selected Work

Projects I'm proud of

Documentation, articles, and platforms I've built and shipped.

Helicone AI Observability Platform
AI Documentation · Helicone

AI Observability & LLM Gateway Docs

Comprehensive blog, tutorials, and documentation for YC-backed Helicone's AI observability and routing platform. Drove 20% monthly growth and achieved industry-highest GEO ranking.

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Flare Network Blockchain Documentation
API & Protocol Docs · Flare Network

Blockchain Protocol Documentation Suite

Core documentation for 28K+ developers: State Connector, FTSOv2 whitepaper, Metamask integration guide, and the Flare Bitcoin API — all built from scratch.

Flare Docs →
LLM-Powered Documentation Chatbot
AI Engineering · Personal Project

AI RAG-Powered Documentation Chatbot

Engineered a custom AI chatbot using Python and LangChain that enables developers to query documentation via natural language — dramatically reducing time to first answer.

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OKX Crypto Technical Articles
Technical Content · OKX

150+ Crypto & Blockchain Articles

Led a writing team to produce 150+ technical pieces across OKX's Learn, Blog, and Academy platforms covering DeFi, Layer-2s, blockchain infrastructure, and trading tools.

OKX Learn →
Decentralized Robotics Network Whitepaper
Research & Whitepapers

Decentralized Robotics Network Whitepaper

Technical whitepaper on a global decentralized robot network leveraging Visual LLMs and blockchain technology for autonomous communication and distributed training.

Altschool Africa Website Copy
Growth Copy · Altschool Africa

$3M Revenue-Generating Website Copy

Redesigned website copy for Africa's leading tech bootcamp, resulting in $3M in direct revenue and a 30%+ conversion boost — positioning them as the continent's top tech educator.

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What I Do

Writing specializations

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AI & Emerging Tech

Documentation for LLMs, RAG systems, AI observability platforms, and blockchain protocols. I understand these systems at the code level — I build with them.

  • LLM API documentation & tutorials
  • RAG system implementation guides
  • AI observability & monitoring
  • Smart contract documentation
  • ZKP & Layer-2 protocols
  • Cybersecurity technical writing
02

Developer Experience (DX)

API references, SDK guides, and integration docs built for senior developers and CTOs who demand accuracy, depth, and zero fluff.

  • OpenAPI / Swagger documentation
  • SDK getting-started guides
  • Integration & migration guides
  • Mobile (iOS/Android) docs
  • Interactive API portals
  • Documentation site engineering
03

Technical Growth Copy

High-converting website copy and SEO/GEO content for FinTech and EdTech companies. Technical credibility meets persuasive storytelling.

  • Landing page & product copy
  • SEO-driven blog content
  • GEO (AI Engine Optimization)
  • Help center articles
  • Email & newsletter campaigns
  • Editorial strategy & style guides
Technical Toolkit

Tools of the trade

Programming Languages
TypeScript JavaScript Python Solidity Node.js Markdown / MDX LaTeX Golang
Documentation Platforms
MkDocs Docusaurus GitBook Madcap Flare Readme.io Next.js + MDX
Developer Tools
Git / GitHub Swagger UI OpenAPI Spec Postman Docker React AWS / Google Cloud
Diagrams & Visuals
Lucidchart Draw.io Google Drawings Figma
Certifications
🎓
B.Eng Electrical Engineering
Ahmadu Bello University · 2023 · 2nd Class Honours
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA SY)-701
☁️
Azure AI Engineer Associate
Microsoft · AI-102
📊
Google Ads Display Certification
Google
Social Proof

What clients say

"

Yusuf helped us write some technical articles related to AI and he did an amazing job! I would recommend and use his help in the future for sure!

Joanna
Founder, Labsbit AI
"

Yusuf was a great asset to help us write blogs for agency clients. His blogs showed a very good grasp of technical concepts and any edits were taken care of promptly. A great choice for your tech/Web3 project.

Lipsa D.
CEO, Spiritwish
"

Yusuf is very skilled in the NestJS / React stack. Highly recommended for medium to large projects. His technical depth really comes through in the documentation quality. Ty Yusuf for all the help.

Adrian
Founder, App Generator
Get In Touch

Your docs should
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Whether you need API documentation, a developer blog, or a full documentation site built from scratch — let's make it happen.

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