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Farouk Adeleke

Farouk Adeleke

Co-Founder of AI ventures and Computer Science student at Boston University

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Boston, Massachusetts
North Brunswick, New Jersey
Joined February 2026

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Summary

Farouk Adeleke is a driven young entrepreneur and software engineer with a strong focus on artificial intelligence and large language models (LLMs). He has co-founded Modaic, a platform for declarative AI program development, and previously founded spydr, an AI-driven social media and context engine. faroukadel+5
His technical expertise spans various areas, including web development (Next.js, FastAPI), deep learning (LSTM for stock prediction), compiler design (OCaml), facial recognition, and workflow automation using Python, Bash, Selenium, and Pandas. This diverse skill set is demonstrated through his personal projects and internships. faroukadel+2
Farouk is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science at Boston University, expected to graduate in May 2026. Alongside his studies, he has gained significant practical experience through multiple software engineering internships at companies like Wayfair and Envelopers, and fellow positions at Bloomberg and IBM, indicating a strong academic and professional foundation. faroukadel+1
He has contributed to research, notably as a Research Fellow at The Sycamore Institute, where he explored the role of AI in promoting a circular economy, highlighting his interest in the societal impact of technology. sycamoreinstitute

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Played lacrosse and soccer for North Brunswick High School. hudl+1

Notes

TTTyrin Toddsaid
FAFarouk Adeleke
is someone they know from the sr006 cohort who stood out in a positive way.

Feb 18, 2026