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kambo (m)
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in yankee a self taught can be given opportunity to prov his skills on the job
what prospects are there for the rebel self taught nigerian software dev,programmer.
considering that its so easy to get materials on the net on programming ,i.t
also IT schools charge hefty fees making the free method some only option
for some.
just thinking cuz some bad ass niggaz didnt smell any computer science shit in
college they pounded the mac or windows to get their results .
eg skype,john carmark,slava pestov -wiki
wrote bad ass code without touching cs courses
is the naija employment industry lenient to those who
say -" i was self taught"
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kwende (m)
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Most programmers in nigeria taugth themselfs so don't be discouraged. Though I studied Computer Engineering, at the end of the day, I was thougth little in school so I had to teach myself by reading books. So keep practicing and if you see any small time projects, just try your hands on it.
And that will be counting towards your experience.
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Seun (m)
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We are all self-taught, including those that studied computer science and those that didn't.
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*dhtml
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programming is an art just like farming, sewing and all that. Just learn how to sew the latest design is equiv learn the latest stunts in latest languages. I think of myself as a "trader" or specifically a "code trader" cos i trade in codes.
Client: I need a site to . . . . or a software to. . . .
Me: No problem, can you pay 1000000000 to get it done in 1 week or 1000 to get it done in 1 year. . . .and. . . .so. . . , on
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lojik (m)
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i am self taught. i studied something not related to computer. i program for an arm of Lagos State Govt as a permanent staff and u can check my site and see if there's prospect. www.afrisoft.org |
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skydancer (m)
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@Seun: I really love that!
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quadrillio (m)
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Every good developer in naija is a self-taught, cos I can't imagine dem teaching u all d technologies u will need is school
not even in naija where students are not taught the latest tech.
safe
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@ngel0v3 (m)
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Self-Learning is the best way to catch up in IT, but don't underestimate the power of a degree in Nigeria. Let's face it; no one may give you a chance if you don't get that important 4-year cert. Good luck!
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sholyboy89
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I'm studying computer science in the United States and as far as web development goes, I am completely self thought, My work speaks for itself taught.
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*dhtml
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Degree is important as well as skills especially in naija. Besides computer skill is available for everyone wit the brains to study it and practice it well.
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kodewrita (m)
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we are all self taught. Programming is not taught, it is learnt. soccer may be partially taught but at the end of the day, you learn it on your own.
I guess you are really focusing on the fact that you have skills but no certificate. Well, there is something better than a certificate, its called a P.O.R.T.F.O.L.I.O
With that, in many cases, you can walk into many places and get instant recognition. Why? because companies are less in filling seats. all they want is getting the job DONE.
In the meantime, get certified for your skills. if you are really good, then the exam should be a breeze (though you should still read for it).
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wavemasta (m)
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@OP Slava Pesov, has an MSc. John Carmack went to university with an SAT Score of 1500 before dropping out. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_D._Carmackhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slava_PestovThey smelt stuff in university before doing what they do. Mathematics and CS are almost the same thing. As to your point, I believe like seun said, we are all self thought. The profs in the universities will simply give you outlines, but you are responsible for your own success. I believe a degree helps, but thats my own opinion, and its been trashed out here already.  |
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yawa-ti-de (f)
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Probably the most simple, pithy answer that will ever be given regarding this topic: You are the sole determinant of your own fate. The prospects are as great/useless as you make them. The sky is the limit  |
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skydancer (m)
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@yawa-tide: I have not heard more sensible talk from a woman before, i would really love to have you on my im list |
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webdezzi (m)
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i dont think a teacher will be able to teach you all you need to know to startr coding,
my first programming employment wasn't based on my mechanical engineering degree.
the ad featured in a thursday guardian and somehow, i got the post. (close to 30 of us applied)
My CV did not help, passing the tests helped.
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yawa-ti-de (f)
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skydancer: just IM yawatide  To all those who say you need a degree: As I see it, the purpose of a degree is to demonstrate that you have the ability to learn so yes, just as I know people with engineering degrees working at a bank and in fact know someone with a history degree who is a programmer, one doesn't need a degree to know how to code |
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skydancer (m)
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To all those who say you need a degree:
As I see it, the purpose of a degree is to demonstrate that you have the ability to learn so yes, just as I know people with engineering degrees working at a bank and in fact know someone with a history degree who is a programmer, one doesn't need a degree to know how to code
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oretayo2k5 (m)
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i just developed an interest in programming but i need some help in choosing softwares to learn, any suggestions?
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skydancer (m)
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What particularly are you interested in?
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