Joe Darko
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Head of Developer Relations at @Snapchat (ex @Facebook & @Microsoft ). Hopeless sinner, saved by grace. Words are my own.
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Today, I start a new chapter. I will be joining Snapchat to start and lead a new function as Head of AR Developer Relations.
I'm excited and energized to get going. I believe in the future of augmented reality (AR) and blessed to get a front row seat to help drive innovation.
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I waited till 3am for
@sarkodie
to perform at
@Afrochella
and to be honest, I was NOT disappointed. I respect for this guy. You can tell he puts in a lot of work at his craft! He is chasing perfection, no wonder he produces excellence. Will always appreciate him
#Afrochella
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@Masudaliii
@ChipotleTweets
Don’t make this a black and white issue. Don’t make this about racism. People are fighting against racism daily and you try to use is to benefit your evil ways of trying to dine and dash. This is not fair to those who have fought and continue the good fight.
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@KweenPhotos
@muluneh237
@Blackdotmandy
@4eeevverrrrnaan
Oh naaa.. that’s messed up either way. I didnt pick my groomsmen on my wedding day to follow me.. I picked them so they can be themselves and have fun with me.
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Thank God for the gift of life! We’re are grateful. ❤️😍👶🏽 Joseph Jnr. (JJ) we love you to the fullest
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The thing is,
@sarkodie
actually performs on stage! He doesn’t just play music in the background and lip-sing while jumping on stage. He actually performs!
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I have a Nigerian joke, but it’s not corrupt enough.
I have an African joke but it is not dark enough.
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@CindyrellaOG
@TheCandyyShop
@_SincerelyNads
If it’s not that deep, you wouldn’t write about it. So cut them slack and correct with grace. By the way, it is that deep hence why we are all having a convo about it.
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On Monday, I officially start a new role at
@Facebook
(in a different org)! I am super excited! Can’t wait.
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After work today, my son was being fussy!! My wife had stepped out and my mom and cousin were struggling to pacify him.
After trying everything else, I decided to go the “African Style”! He was knocked out in 10 mins.
Now I hope he stays asleep until bath 🛀 time.
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It’s official now. As of today, I fully dive deep into Augmented Reality by joining
@Facebook
’s AR Partnership Org as a Global PM charged to establish an AR Program for the top SparkAR developers/creators and agencies in the world. Let’s get to work.
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Celebrating 5 years of marriage! Blessed to have met my wife when I did. ❤️
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Merry Christmas 🎁 from the Darko family (Mary, Joseph and JJ) to yours! We hope you enjoy it to the fullest with peace, hope and love ❤️
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Let me tell you all something, it pays to have good friends in your life. Mid 2018
@edemkumodzi
was in my home in Atlanta and we were discussing whether I should stay at
@Microsoft
or accept the
@Facebook
offer, or purse the
@Google
opportunity. We spent days discussing this
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@MaxJulien__
@Forever_Nellie
This is BS - the feeling of wanting to be desired by anyone other than your husband will eventually lead to actions. Let’s be real and honest.
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My first son started school today!
Before and after school.
Looking like school stressed him out! 😂😂😂
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I was raised in a Christian home, but to be honest, I just went with the motions growing up: went to Sunday School, competed and won Bible quizzes, went to Church to check it off the box & etc. My life totally changed when I actually came to know God because I wanted to know Him
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Happy thanksgiving 🦃🍽🍁 from my family to yours!
It’s been a crazy year indeed, but there’s a lot to be thankful for!
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Today is my last day at
@Facebook
.
About a month ago, I sent in my resignation and to be honest, it was not an easy decision. I’ve enjoyed my time at FB and the company has given me the opportunity to innovative, learn and grow beyond measures as an individual and a leader.
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The Darko family is growing. I thank God for the gift of life. The princess, the conqueror, the warrior, the future queen of the Kingdoms. We welcome you!
Father of 3, Family of 5! Bless beyond measures. ❤️♥️💙💜❤️
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We have another young king 👑 in our midst! I thank God and I am grateful for the opportunity to be a father of two. Challenge accepted.
JJ got promoted to a big brother! 💙💙💙
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4 years ago today, I got married to my beautiful wife. This was on our engagement day.
After 4 years of service and a re-election period, I’ve been voted to continue my service in office as a husband and a father.
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Yesterday was a big day! Completed the first step by going through traditional Ghanaian Engagement process of joining both families, paying the “bride price” and taking some advice from experienced married couples. Today, we celebrate!
#JoeGetsMaryd
#TheRoyalWedding
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I thank God for the life of my son, J.J. ❤️He’s been a blessing in so many ways and unconsciously (from his perspective), he’s made me a better person, father, husband, friend, leader, team member, and etc.
Also, because of him, I can fully function on a few hours of sleep 😉
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I wonder what my son thinks about: “oh I can’t wait to get home & watch that Cocomelon episode I’ve seen a 1000 times already! Fun!” 🙄
Maybe, he’s thinking about Man United’s loss? 😡
Whatever is living rent-free in his head must be crucial for someone who lives RENT FREE. 🤷🏾♂️
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@asemota
This is not a barber. This is a dermatologist. 😂 how many people is he serving per hour?
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Ladies and gentlemen, allow me to reintroduce my wife! 😍Mary.
Even if you don’t want to paint the whole house, this beauty and gorgeousness would make you do it.... and then regret it later 😂!
Love you like a fat kid loves cake.
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@ImKingFola
This guy looks like ���I want to have fun but I don’t wanna die..” smh 🤦🏾♂️ he should have just stayed home then
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I’m trying to organize a small meet up with some tech folks in Accra very soon. Just over food and drinks. If interested raise your hands please.
I look forward to learning from the great tech minds of Accra, Ghana 🇬🇭.
So many people I would love to meet!
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I believe in taking time off to decompress, rest and relax. Best of all, I believe in doing so with the people you love ❤️ if and when possible!
On my way to 🇬🇭 with my wife and son to do just that!
While in Ghana, I hope to use the time to also learn more about ecosystem.
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Eishhh so people won’t let this video rest? I went viral 2 years ago and once in a while I get tagged all over again. It was a fun wedding though
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Happy 2 years anniversary to my wife and I! Marriage is indeed a beautiful thing. Love ❤️ you babe!
#Marriage
#weddinganniversary
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My first son, JJ keeps me young! He has so much energy and I love ❤️ him for it!
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9 years ago today, my dad passed away battling with cancer. NYE will never be the same.
He sacrificed a lot for his family and I’m often sad that he did not get the chance to witness a whole lot more. But I know he now has the best seat and view to witness what is to come.
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JJ started school this morning 🙂 Mommy and daddy are already proud of him!
#firstdayofschool
Go get ‘em son! Love ❤️ you!
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Today, I started a new chapter in my career: Program Manager - Developer & Startup Programs (North America Region) at Facebook
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Something must kill a man.. and if that specific thing is pure & true love ❤️ for my wife, then so be it.
#TheRoyalWedding
#JoeGetsMaryd
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🎶 “…they say love is blind. So I closed my eyes to see” 🎶
Fun fact: The first time I met my wife, she told me her name was Mary and my response was “who names their kid ‘Mary’? 🤔
She responded, “who else names their kids ‘Joseph’? 😉
Me: Maybe we were meant to be? 🤷🏾♂️
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As I got ready to take a bath, I saw my wife try to put our 11 month son to sleep.
I get done with bathing 🧼 only to find my son wide awake and my wife, knocked out!
Someone did put someone to sleep alright. 😂🤣🤣😂
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On my way ✈️ to Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 ☀️for work! Engaging and activating the Startup & Developer ecosystem in the Caribbean for Facebook. It’s going to be a good week!
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If someone was caught with their knee on the neck of a dog, the person would have been arrested on-sight!
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First day of school for my boys. 2024/2025 Academic year. I’m proud of you guys already! Go ahead and conquer my sons. No limits, not even the skies. 💙💙
Now the house will be quiet for the most part of the day 😂
#BackToSchool
#FirstDayOfSchool
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How my wife and I exercise on a Friday night during the quarantine. I forgot the last part of our dance 💃 😂😂
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When working on cutting edge technology like augmented reality, you have to remember that you are contributing to the future of humanity. This means you have to take a “growth mindset” approach: willingness to always learn, research, test, fail fast and ensure inclusivity.
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@Carnage4Life
I see your point but I disagree. The chronological feed made sense on apps which focused on strengthening social connections and relationships. TikTok is purely for entertainment and people don’t care where their content is coming from so long as they are entertained.
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@chih_somh
@KweenPhotos
@muluneh237
@Blackdotmandy
@4eeevverrrrnaan
Exactly! I told my boys the wedding process is stressful so I need for them to turn up and get me going. They did not disappoint. In fact, I gave the chance to steal the show.
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Actually the opposite. What Michelle Obama is doing in speaking truth to it all and revealing what goes on in marriage or went on in hers. Marriage is not a fairy tale Disney movie. The earlier you understand the better you will be able to enjoy it.
It feels like Michelle Obama is on a personal mission to destroy the institution of marriage and I love that for her. Nobody makes marriage sound as unappealing as she does.
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People deal with silent battles - day in and day out! Battles we may never see or know of, let’s be gracious towards one another.
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Thank you Microsoft! It's been an amazing ride.
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It’s NOT our anniversary,Mother’s Day nor your birthday. But it’s still a special day
Over the past few months, I’ve witnessed you turn is “superwoman” overnight. You’ve been an amazing wife & mom to JJ and I
We thank you & appreciate you our queen! We love ❤️ you. From JJ & J.
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Had an amazing time meeting with some of the
@SnapAR
developers in Paris. We broke bread and had a focused discussion about Lens Studio and the AR ecosystem in France 🇫🇷
There’s an upcoming LensFest extended meetup this evening in Paris! Excited to meet more AR devs!
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Just surprised my wife on our anniversary. My cousin got her and our son out of the house, hired a chef 🧑🍳 to prep us a meal for the evening.
❤️
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People need to protect their peace. Social media is powerful but don’t let strangers destroy your peace. You are giving strangers so much power than they need.
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Spoke to a Ghanaian AR creator who builds creative AR experiences using
@SnapAR
‘s Lens Studio and I’m not only ecstatic but hopeful that Ghana 🇬🇭 and the rest of Africa will get a seat at the table concerning the future of technology.
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After 24+ hours of travel, finally made it to Mumbai, India 🇮🇳! I sincerely look forward to the few days ahead - meeting new and existing partners and
@SnapAR
developers and creators.
I hope to soak in and learn as much as possible from the AR ecosystem enablers on the ground!
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Career day at JJ’s school.
Funny thing is, we dressed him as a doctor only because he went to see his doctor 2 days ago and he hated how cold the stethoscope was 😂😂😂. He almost threw it away this morning.
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Happy 2nd birthday son! You are loved and appreciated! 🎉🔥🚀
Can’t wait to witness how God will work through you! You’ve certainly changed my life for the better. 💙❤️💜
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Just completed a talk at the US Capitol on AI + AR.
Thanks
@JassonCrockett
for the invite, video and picture.
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Trump could have easily.. and I mean EASILY won re-election if he would have just cared more about the American people during COVID-19. But no, he was fixated on himself.
Biden didn’t defeat Trump, but in a spectacular fashion, Trump defeated himself.
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Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 from The Darko’s household to yours! We love ❤️ you!
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Happy first birthday to my lil’ man: Joseph Jr. (JJ)!
I’m so proud to be your father and honored to be on this journey with you.
You have been a blessing from day 1 and I look forward to how God will use in this world. Love ❤️ you son. You are officially a toddler!
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I block off 30-60mins on my calendar before my day starts. I use this time to review all my meetings for the day, prep for what is necessary, review emails and select top 3 things I need to do that day.
I hate waking up and jumping straight into meetings. It messes me up.
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Penn State for the past few years have been a Top 5 or 10 football program with regards to recruiting. The problem is coaching. Grant it, we don’t have a good QB, James Franklin just can’t win it big - when it matters.
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I met this wonderful lady on my flight to Dubai. She’s an aircraft engineer who travels the world to work on plane engines; cool gig right? She’s also worked on private jets for famous people like Bezos and Elon Musk.
The conversation was eye opening!
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Why is raising the minimum wage in this day-and-age, still a major debate? Why?
We have essential workers who are being paid less that $15 an hour during a crazy pandemic. If they are indeed essential, why shouldn’t pay them $15+?
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My dear Mary, thanks for 'holding down the fort' with the wedding planning. You are my Wonder Woman! I appreciate you.
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My 2.5yr old son woke up crying profusely at 3am (it happens with toddlers), so I decided to sleep next to him to keep him calm & help him fall back to sleep.
At 4:25am I was woken up by a pool of water on the bed. Yes, he decided to pour bottles of water on me and the bed. 😩
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Exactly a year ago, I joined
@facebook
and it’s been an amazing journey so far! Have grown so much within 12 months and continue to stay hungry and live to lead, learn and hopefully make an impact.
A journey of thousand miles begins with one step and I just took my first step!
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Going back to the USA 🇺🇸 to spend time with wifey and usher in the new year.
By the way, it looks like my wife got herself busy by growing plants in our room while I was having a great time in Ghana 🇬🇭
😂😂
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Building an AR ecosystem is a passion of mine; and at
@Snap
, I get to do this with awesome team members and XFNs. More importantly, we do this with our AR developers, partners & creators.
Tomorrow at
#LensFest
, join
@aradhanav
and myself to learn more about the
@SnapAR
ecosystem
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Exactly a year ago, around this time, we completed the most important customary Ghanaian marriage tradition!
I remember this moment vividly as I looked into your eyes and got lost in them. It’s been an amazing ride so far! Thank God for this!
Love ❤️ you !
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Accra Tech Meetup was a success! Thanks to the team behind it
@kookies_koka
@abena_praba
and all the volunteers!
#AccraTech
will evolve into something bigger than all of us. Watch this space.
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When it comes to your career, I will say this: believe in yourself and abilities. Don’t let anyone determine your limitations and if they do, exceed them.
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USA USA USA! US MVPs & RDs with their MVPs at the
#MVPSummit
@MVPAward
#MicrosoftMVPs
! Love this team!
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@VeritasSola
Pride, arrogance, egotistical traits are evil leadership traits which kills babies and adults alike. That’s what you wanted in office but you forget those are traits God hates as well. So stop this nonsense and false teaching.
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I just got off the phone with an AR dev and they’ll be building AR experiences on Lens Studio!
I’ve been talking to them for a couple of months and they finally see “the light” and power of Lens Studio.
Winning hearts & minds, one AR developer at a time.
#LensStudio
@SnapAR
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LaCrae just mentioned at
@facebook
’s Black @ Summit that he is going to Ghana in December!
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A great deal of talented, creative & kind people were let go at
@Snap
today.
It is with heavy hearts to say that they will be missed. If you are looking to hire some of the best in the industry impacted by the layoffs with other opportunities, kindly respond below ⬇️
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Exactly 4 months ago, God put a smile on the face of my wife and I by blessing us with Joe Jnr. (JJ) - right in the middle of a global pandemic. Even in global chaos and despair, we smiled and our hearts 💕 were filled with joy!
Love ❤️ you JJ!
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