As the year 2018 gradually winds down. It will be good for those hoping to advance their IT career to take a look at the various IT skills available out there and make a choice on which to embrace in 2019. If you are one of those still undecided on which skills to consider. We bring you top 10 IT areas to consider.

1.Software Development. The rise of software development does not seen to be going down any time soon. Since the 80s we have had several powerful programming languages that have made it possible to create customized software. In the 21st century new software are here to make computer friendly to anyone. You may consider learning programming languages like Visual Studio, Ruby, Python. The list goes on and on.

2. Web development. Without the websites, I bet you will not be looking at this write up now. The emergence of websites especially responsive websites has made the need for websites for every kind of device necessary. To make it easy there are now friendly applications known as Do-it-yourself which is geared towards helping those without programming skills create amazing websites. Such sites include wix.com, weebly. Gone are the days when you must learn programming or HTML. Now a novice can become a website designer. SO what are you waiting for.

3. Video production: Yes not only are video production among IT experts but they have made a huge progress in the film industry. With film making techniques such as special effects, visual effects, digital effects, Green effect, Crowd generation etc. The world of video making will not be complete without the video editors. You might want to consider using video editing software like Adobe After effects, Adobe Premiere for the experts. Beginners can begin with Windows movie maker.

4. Networking – Just like Websites, this particular IT specialization has made it possible for people to connect to any part of the world making the internet a global village. If you are curious as to how the networking of systems work. You might want to study networking. For those intending to go professional, you can start with CCNA. Networking which ranges from local area network to wide area network is highly sought after by many industries.

5. Computer Graphics: Graphics has been there for a long time. Fliers, banners, logos, brochure, calendars etc. All these are products of graphic design. With sophisticated graphic software like Corel draw, Photoshop, Macromedia Fireworks you can design any kind of graphic for clients.

6. Mobile Application Development: It is no longer news that mobile phones have taken over the internet. From recent research the percentage of mobile phone users have exceeded users of desktop and laptop users. This is not the case 10 years ago. The rise of mobile phones have made it very necessary for IT professionals and beginners to embrace mobile app development. With application development anyone can now develop mobile apps. Google play store is now flooded with various apps on daily basis. Following Mobile apps are website apps which are a replica of websites made mobile friendly. A web developer must take into cognizance the need to have the website mobile friendly. As earlier stated not all users will access the site through the computer, so the need for a mobile version of the website.

7. Database: It must be noted that usually Database and software works together. Every software applications has in one way or the other a database. This also applies to dynamic websites such e-commerce, portals, content management system. Learning database applications such as Oracle, sybase, SQL server, MY SQL are essential for database administrators. Beginners can start with basic database package such as Microsoft Access, SQL.

Having highlighted these seven IT areas, What are you waiting for. Rise up from your indecision and begin learning any of these and be rest assured you are on your way to becoming a sought after IT professional in 2019. Do you agree with our list.


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