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Instant mail is definitely not an advantage. Any smartphone will do the same thing. The BB PIN which allows folks to send msgs to each other freely, is the ONLY advantage. And this is a big plus in a country like Nigeria, where mobile phone rates are still a little high, compared to rates in developed countries. There are apps out there, as already mentioned, that are quickly eliminating this advantage the BB has though. The Imessage on IOs5 is another example. The BB is pretty much dead in the western world (Only businesses use it), however it's still a major deal in the developing nations.

I'd suggest you just post it here. The more heads the better. Plus, folks here my be able to get you to a point where by you can complete this task on your won.

Agreed, you do not plan on being a developer, however, completing this task yourself, is part of the requirements of your study. Best of luck!

Not a C programmer but, I suspect the amount is not being read correctly. Why don't you print the amount as soon as you read it. I bet it will be 0. Then you can focus on why it's not being read correctly.

This is very true. They used to accept it up until 3 years ago or so. I am just surprised they still do this crap! A friend of mine (US Citizen using US issued CC, but also carrying Nigerian passport) got his booking, but had to go to BA counter at O'Hare airport to make the payment and get confirmation. Unfortunately, we, the innocent, are paying for the wrong that a few scumbags from our country have done.

This is not an issue with any of the other airlines though, or if booking a BA flight via any of the third parties, such as Orbitz, Expedia, etc.

Blackberrys are pretty much dead here (And the rest of the western world). The only people that carry it is because it's a company phone and they are required to. Their personal phones are another phone, most likely Iphone or Androd. Was reading an article in fortune that did mention that they are thriving in the western world though. I guess though. Not even sure of these folks that carry one are aware that the likely of RIM (the company that makes BB's) NOT existing past 2012 is very high.

In my opinion, to be very successful at it, you have to at least like mathematics. As for being a guru, it really depends on what your definition of guru is. One thing is for sure, if you do NOT like math/problem solving, programming is definitely not for you.

Unbelievable! Anywhere this guy performs here in the states is always packed.  Serious message in his music. OMG, some Nigerians are really uninformed!


Edit - Thought I should add this link for those that do not know much about this guy.

https://www.google.com/search?q=luciano+reggae&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&aq=t&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a

The level and structure of the educational system will be one of the determinants of the future of the country. Unfortunately, the education system in Nigeria as a whole is really in bad shape. As someone in IT and a background in Computer Science, I have come across quite a number of Computer Science graduates from several Universities in Nigeria that do NOT know jack about computer science/programming. Some actually never used a computer. It's absolutely beyond me how a graduate in computer Science, a field that is very practical/hands-on based, has never done any programming. Bottom line - an IT degree (an a whole lot of other fields) from Nigeria basically means nothing here. They all pretty much have to start from scratch.

I use these at my current contract and have also used them at other gigs. I am not based in Naija though. I am really not sure what those that develop enterprise level apps in Naija use.

Chimanet:
Anybody used these frameworks in developing enterprise level applications here? have read so much about these two technologies but have not heard of anybody using it or saying anything about those cool stuffs on nairaland. Does it mean we don't do enterprise application development here? or is it that u guys use another set of tools?. sha, i intend using them in a generic hotel management system next yr

I guess the security folks in Nigeria do not check the luggage of hostesses and pilots. Or may be she just bribed her way through. I certainly have no mercy for anyone that, in the name of greediness, continues to give us a bad name. Hope the prosecute her to the fullest!

And you have actually downloaded the JDK. If not, then go here and download it - http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javase/downloads/jdk-6u25-download-346242.html

In that directory, do you see javac.exe? Or if you go the the command prompt (start->run, then type cmd, then type javac, what do you get

Are you sure that's the correct path to your bin directory though? Navigate to your bin directory under your JDK installation and cut and paste that and add it to your path.


http://java.sun.com/new2java/programming/learn/

Also, most BBs are branded not only the ones sold in the USA. Not sure it would make any difference which one you get as long as it has the correct bands and it's unlocked of course. Most BB's have all the GSM/3G bands these days anyway.

Not sure why you need a mentor. You already have the tools and you are not a beginner. Just hit the floor running - You can start by trying to develop something. Spec out the design, and then start to develop its parts one at a time, using the resources you already have. If you have any specific questions or run into issues, you can post here and let folks take a stab at it.

Based on postings I have seen here, most of the so-called mentors will charge you for something you can pretty much do on your own.

Best of luck!

It depends on the carrier. Which carrier are you interested in?


You can check their respective websites. http://www.nigeriagalleria.com/Telecommunications/GSM_Service_Providers.html

Do not go into it for the money. That's the mistake a lot of people make. Which do you think you would love doing for a living. As a developer anyway, you will need to at least know the basics of relational database management. To be proficient in either of them and be able to make money doing it, takes a lot of hard work. Best of luck!

Yes. As has been mentioned in a number of responses in this thread. I have never tried my ebay account from Nigeria. But, paypal, will be suspended instantly once their system detects a Nigerian IP (or an IP address from any of the other countries on their black list) address. 

jerseyboy:
When ever I log into my ebay account in Nigeria, both my ebay and paypal accounts are automatically suspended until I get back to the US to sort it out. Anyone else experience same?

The lack of Paypal in Nigeria has nothing to do with because the banks systems are not up-to-date. Paypal has flagged Nigeria as one of the countries that they will not allow to access their services. Even those of us that have accounts created in other countries, if we make the mistake of trying to access it from Nigeria (say when visiting), not only will we not be allowed, we will also be required to re-verify the account, and that cannot be done from Nigeria. Once paypal detects an IP originating in Nigeria, it will be flagged as fraudulent.


Typical example here - http://www.forbes.com/sites/mfonobongnsehe/2011/07/18/is-paypal-scared-of-nigeria/

You have to determine what your strengths are, and what you would like to do, and start to work towards that goal. Yes, I know you said you did not get a degree (it's not a requirement). you just have to work really hard in whatever you choose to do. Also, more importantly, make sure it's something you would love to do, and don't go into it just for the money.

You will certainly SUCCEED if you work very hard. What you have going for you is that, you already have a background in computer science/programming. Like others said, pick the tools you need and learn it very well, then go from there. Even if it means working for someone, you will generate income and use that time to formulate your ideas.

In my opinion, you really have to love programming and be up to the challenge to be successful at it. Yes, it pays well, but it's certainly not easy. And this is where a lot of people go wrong. They go into it thinking 'money', however they can't withstand the challenge that goes with it.

There are lots of resources at your fingertips. Best of luck!

Scientific what, and how did you come up with that? C is a precedural programming language while C++ and Java are object oriented programming languages. All 3, in addition to other languages, can be used to learn programming. The key thing is to gt a good grasp of the constructs. Regardless of the programming language of choice.

jimctu:
C and C++ are more scientific ones,
you should try Java.


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Not necessarily. It really depends on the individual. I have not lost my dedication one bit. I am married with kid. And I am about as driven as ever to learn new things, write applications, etc.

instinctg:
@kobojunkie, oops!
I think u got his view out of context.
Maybe he put it d wrong way, but even as men, once u start having family responsibilities, your dedication to programming ll be reduced.

Exactly! I have to say - some of the posts I read in these forums in general are sometimes beyond my imagination. There was one that was several pages long comparing the differences between programming and coding. What a joke! Who cares if you are called a programmer or a coder! We as Nigerians need to get away from these nonsensical titles that we believe in! We really need to google up things before posting in a forum.

PS - As a veteran in this field, I can tell you that title does not mean jack on this end. It's what you bring to the table that matters. Your title may say one thing, however, if you do not know the stuff you will be eliminated quickly.

BukiBuki:
Guys, please don't keep perpetuating ideas that are not even backed up by history or research. Just ten minutes googling and you'll know programming and mathematics (even music and linguistics, which are related fields by the way) are actually a matter of pattern recognition and symbol placement. It has nothing to do with whether one is male or female.

I agree. If you get a good grasp of the core concepts, then it will make developing solutions to problems easy. Regardless of programming language. The programming language you use is just one of the several tools out there that can be used to implement the solution. What matters is coming up with a solid solution.

nakedall:
not only those stuffs, you got to be a prof in math b/4 you start java lang.

This is not true at all. Yes, it's a male dominated industry, but certainly not for the reasons you listed. Besides, there are loads of female developers on this end.

Princek12:
Women's brains are not created to be logical; they are created to be emotional. That is why many women don't fare well in computer science and engineering. They fare well with being counselors and other careers that requires less of a logical mind.

I am assuming you are staying with someone. Can't they help. As long as you have the papers to work, you should be able to get something.

It certainly does. Lots of information out there - https://www.google.com/search?q=java+and+biometrics&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&aq=t&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a

Wow! You guys fire in Naija oh. Do these old V4 cars really go that fast? If they do that would certainly put a strain on the engine. Anyway, I do not think police there enforce any kind of speed anyway.

For me - About 5 years ago, I got paced at 125 MPH (was actually unknowingly racing with an unmarked police cruiser at 1 am on I-90 in Chicago). It was a freaking $585 ticket. Car was a 2004 Infiniti I35 with 255 HP.

Also, just recently I hit 110 MPH (set speed warning at 100 MPH)  on I-355 in Chicago. Car was a 2011 BMW 535ix with 300 HP.

On these occasions, I was the only one in the car. I certainly will not go these speeds if my family was in the car with me.

In Nigeria, due to the quality of the gasoline there, they need to be changed more often than say in the UK/USA. Cars just tend to require more maintenance in Nigeria period! The 2006 Sequoia and 2008 E-class that we shipped to Nigeria both with 40K and 30K miles respectively, have both had their fuel filters changed. What a joke!

Well said.  No time, period, especially for family men  with young kids.  Plus its widely accepted in Nigeria.  The acceptance of polygamy plays a major factor too. 

PS. please excuse my typo. On a fast moving train and about to reach my stop.
[quote author=ftmom ltnk=topic=798876.msg9509157#msg9509157 date=1320789351]I believe cheating is not as common overseas.

For one thing, it's not acceptable like it is in Nigeria where most people consider it the "norm." If you live a middle or upper class life abroad as a professional, you will know it's not the kind of behavior you can flaunt like you could in Nigeria. Even though a lot of oyinbos cheat too, it is still not widely accepted and the last thing Engr Wazobia wants is for his neighbors or colleagues at work or even  his boss sef to find out he cheats on his wife. Doesn't mean he's going to be fired at work for cheating but una know how oyinbo people go just label that kind of person. With just  a whiff or scandal, the neighbors go just ostracize like say he killed someone.

Another point is the issue of money. A lot of couples have joint accounts and even if you don't have joint accounts, chances are your wife has a pretty good idea how much you earn. Which means depending on how much your "pocket money" is after settling family expenses; you'd better make sure your flings are dirt cheap and far between otherwise you may be robbing Peter to pay Paul (using your younger brother's  monthly stipend that you send to Naija to pay for motel and a dinner and/or movie for the fling).

Family obligations - Weekends and evenings, the kids have karate, cooking class, drama, dance, Boy Scout/Brownies meetings, etc. Your time is so booked up (guess what-there is no Driver  ) that you don't have the time nor energy for flings. Getting down with Madam sef after everything na work. Not to talk of mowing the lawn, doing your own landscaping because you refuse to pay someone some outrageous amount of money (especially when you convert to naira) to do it for you. And of course, your own quota of housework, plus ironing, plus taking the cars to the car wash. . . . .  . . .need I go on

Overseas, people are more aware of health, diet and exercise. Obesity is not celebrated, neither are XXXL "junk" and stomach. Women are more likely to keep looking attractive through diet and exercise and retain their husbands' attention. This is not to say folks at home do not exercise but if you have a good job that pays enough for a home gym or gym membership in Lagos (hear there's a N150k/yr membership gym in VI), you're likely not home till quite late and simply don't have enough time nor strength nor motivation for adequate exercise between your job, family obligations and the ever busy Lagos social life.

Child support - If you do it without a condom and impregnate the fling and she decides she wants to keep the child (never mind what the "agreement was", e don become lifelong commitment be dat and she will get child support even if she no put the man's name on the child's birth certificate. Yup! the man has created a "baby mama" whether he likes it or not with all the attendant expenses that go with it. If Madam then finds out and is eligible for child support and alimony, life just gets more complicated. Divorce can ruin a man financially and many have ruined their credit ratings by filing for bankruptcy because they are left with nothing after the divorce. Financially, it could be a nightmare.


These are a few of the reasons but the list is not exhaustive.[/quote]