Do you wish to Transition into Tech but don't know how?
In today's competitive job market, everyone is looking to learn and master skills that will separate them from the pack. We often think of this as a new field or skill that we are trying to learn or an existing one that we are trying to add to our repertoire. But what if it's not just a new skill we're looking to learn, but also a technique?

I always tell people you don't have to be in Tech to do Tech. Alot of people want to dive into Tech but don't know how. Maybe they know how but are scared of programming or coding. But it is not only coding that is Tech. You can simply be doing social media manager or some other stuff like SEO or Facebook Ads for your Weight loss product. You're already doing Tech.

So here I will highlight the most demand Tech skill in 2022, their salary estimate and how to get started.
Let's get started

AI/ML (Artificial Intelligence and Machine learning)
Skills in developing, testing, and implementing Artificial Intelligence and machine learning are in high demand. This is because many organizations are now automating workflows and data analysis to minimize costs. Candidates for these roles should have a background in:
• Calculus
• Probability
• Algebra
• Statistics
A person working as an Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Specialist in Nigeria typically earns around 381,000 NGN per month. Salaries range from 190,000 NGN to 590,000 NGN or higher. That's about 4M yearly although may vary based on years of experience and location.

IT SUPPORT
The IT helpdesk provides round-the-clock support for IT services managed and maintained by the Help Desk.
The IT team is responsible for providing technical solutions, troubleshooting problems, and monitoring the system for additional problems
The basic salary of an entry level IT support in Nigeria range between 96,000 NGN to 115,000 NGN and about 400,000 NGN or higher for senior IT support officers depending on the organization and level of experience

CYBERSECURITY
Cyber threat resulted in damages up to a whooping 6 trillion dollars in 2021 alone; making it the single largest economic disaster in history.
Recently, cyber crimes have increased tremendously. In 2021, twitter was hacked and was used to get bitcoin
The average cyber security salary in the US is $115,867 per annum. The salary for entry-level positions starts at $87,666 per year, whereas the most experienced professionals make up to $162,513 per annum.

BLOCKCHAIN DEVELOPMENT
Blockchain is the fastest growing skill in the US market. It has been observed that blockchain will replace most of the existing technology.

A blockchain developer is a person who designs, implements, supports, and enhance blockchain-related applications famously known as DAPPs, smart contracts, architecture and protocols.

Blockchain developers are similar to web application developers. Both of them create application on a network that’s setup by the core developers.

For you to be a blockchain developer, you have to be good at some programming languages like Java, c++, Javascript, python, Golang e.t.c. You will also need to learn Solidity, web3.js, Ethereum and metamask for the advance aspect.

In Nigeria, a blockchain developer can earn from 600,000NGN to 1.2M per month depending on years of experience.

UI/Ux
UI design focuses on the visual appearance of a system and how it takes shape, while UX design focuses on how people interact with the system.

UX designers have a deep understanding of human psychology and know what makes people tick.
User experience (UX) design is one of the most in-demand tech skills in the field of design right now.

A person working as an User Experience UX Designer in Nigeria typically earns around 230,000 NGN per month. Salaries range from 115,000 NGN to 356,000 NGN.

Search Engine Optimization(SEO)
Search engine optimization is a process that determines the manner in which a website will rank in the search engine results pages (SERPS) for any given keyword.

With an estimated salary of 202,000 NGN per month to about 610,000 NGN per month, many companies are realizing the importance of digital marketing and are regularly looking for people with strong search engine optimization marketing skills to increase their company’s visibility and web presence.

DevOps
With an estimated salary of about 2.6M NGN per year in Nigeria according to payscale you can kickstart your career with online courses from Udemyq1.

Tools like Puppet, Chef, Ansible, SaltStack, Docker, Windows Server 2016 Containers are used in DevOps.

MOBILE APP DEVELOPMENT
A mobile app developer in Nigeria earns between 150,000 NGN to 550,000 NGN per month depending on location and years of experience.

Smartphone use continues to grow worldwide. That’s why mobile app development skills are in high demand. You will need skill like flutter, react native, swift or kotlin to be qualify as a mobile developer.

WEB DEVELOPMENT
Web development is the coding or programming that enables website functionality.
Web development ranges from creating plain-text application to complex web-based applications, social network apps, and electronic business apps. You can either be a frontend developer, backend developer, or full-stack developer.

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A junior web developer in Nigeria earns about 120,000 NGN while intermediate and senior developers may earn from 200,000 NGN to about 600,000NGN

CLOUD COMPUTING
Cloud engineers are the people responsible for developing and managing these cloud computing systems so end users can easily store files and backup their data. In an increasingly digitize world, skills in cloud computing are in high demand now and many more will be in the future.
The global cloud computing market is one of the fastest-growing technology markets in the world. It reached $274.79 billion in 2020 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.1%, reaching $1.25 trillion by 2028

DATA SCIENCE AND DATA ANALYTICS
Data scientists play a key role in helping organizations make sound decisions as such they are required to have skills like statistical analysis, machine learning by implementing algorithm and programming skills like Java, R, and Python.

According to Indeed, the average base salary of a data scientist in the US is about $109,100 per year and a base salary of 240,000 NGN to 1.3M in Nigeria as reported by payscale in 2021

So I hope this helps one or two people. It can be hard to figure out which skillset is the best for you – But the right time is now, If you wait for the right time, the right time may never come.

SOURCE: https://teetaryo.com/11-most-in-demand-tech-skills-to-learn-in-2022/

Absolutely great thread! I had been struggling to find a career in tech and I was stuck in choosing the right path as I wanted to choose which has more benefits but when I came to know about all tech careers I changed my opinion, every tech career has its unique importance. Now I am a professional business intelligence analyst. However, sticking to one path is fine but in tech, you must know what is trending to keep yourself updated with tech knowledge.

I've been planning on going into IT, Data Analysis or Blockchain development, May God help us

I am interested in going into tech. I'm seriously considering UI/UX or Data Analytics.I am looking for where I can train within 3 months in Lagos any recommendations?
I want a place that is hands on and very result oriented. Thanks in advance for your help

jeromeekugbere:
I've been planning on going into IT, Data Analysis or Blockchain development, May God help us

Find your passion and go for it.... I think Data analyst is great especially for Foreign and remote jobs.

Blockchain is very great too, but I believe you will learn Data analysis easily than Blockchain. But whichever one you want, you're on the right track

bongila:
I am interested in going into tech. I'm seriously considering UI/UX or Data Analytics.I am looking for where I can train within 3 months in Lagos any recommendations?
I want a place that is hands on and very result oriented. Thanks in advance for your help

I will advise you to start with YouTube videos with your laptop. You can learn so much on YouTube alone, just do Night subscription. You only need dedication. Except you don't have a laptop.

What they will teach you on site or wherever you go for training is the same as what u will watch o YouTube.

bongila:
I am interested in going into tech. I'm seriously considering UI/UX or Data Analytics.I am looking for where I can train within 3 months in Lagos any recommendations?
I want a place that is hands on and very result oriented. Thanks in advance for your help

Start with YouTube videos. Do night sub. You don't have to attend an on site training. Except you don't have a laptop

Thank you, I settled for Data Analysis because I want something I can learn fast and not that hard, Blockchain on the other hand is the opposite, hard and would take longer

temitayo315:


Find your passion and go for it.... I think Data analyst is great especially for Foreign and remote jobs.

Blockchain is very great too, but I believe you will learn Data analysis easily than Blockchain. But whichever one you want, you're on the right track

Is cyber security in demand in Nigeria ?

Very informative thread