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Nairaland General › Re: 5 Struggles Skinny People Know Too Well by DanjaNinja(m): 7:47pm On Sep 02, 2017

I have asked my skinny friends Number 4 several times. Lol.

Computers › Re: How To Choose A Gaming Laptop In 2017 by DanjaNinja(m): 4:45am On Aug 03, 2017

chloride6:
Please if you money to buy a gaming laptop, do not buy it.

Instead build a decent rig.

A rig will oulast a gaming laptop by at least 2 years. Even then you can just add a dirt cheap GPU in cross fire or SLI mode and still get another 2 good years out.

This is correct. A gaming laptop is a waste of money. You would be fine with a desktop with a dedicated graphics card card (minimum vram - 3gb), 8gb main memory and core i5.

Celebrities › Re: Agbani Darego Weds Danjuma Secretly In Marrakech, Morocco (Wedding Photos) by DanjaNinja(m): 7:51pm On Apr 09, 2017

Shelloween:
Munachi Abii how market?

Oga, Think before you post. If Munachi were your sister, would you post this? You dont know what people are going through in their lives. Learn to be considerate. Everyone has their own life to live.

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Travel › Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 11 by DanjaNinja(m): 4:26am On Apr 03, 2017

OluDare01:
My roommate that went for NSBE conference in Kansas city said Nigerians full ground. If you look left,right,front and back, na Nigerians.
You see why those people dey fear Nigerians? They don't want us to takeover this country

Yes, Nigerians were there in large numbers and so were indians. These indians dont cease to amaze me. Nna, are you people black ni? Biko leave NSBE for us o. grin

Additionally, recruiters were quite aggressive about not hiring international students. The first question they ask you is "Would you at anytime need sponsorship?". As in, the thing just tire me. I guess this was the effect of the recent change in immigration policies by Trump.

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Business › Re: What's The Use Of Foreign Exchange Reserve? by DanjaNinja(m): 6:10pm On Mar 31, 2017

frenchwine:
In layman's language, it's a testament to the strength of your economy and how well it can resist economic tremors and shocks.
It's also an allure to the external investors that their investment would be safe because your country is on a sound economic footing.
Again it can be used as collateral to international lenders, a guarantee that you have the capacity to repay the loan as agreed.

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Travel › Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 11 by DanjaNinja(m): 4:25pm On Mar 30, 2017

dicapino:
Nairalanders who will be attending the nsbe Convention. It will be great seeing anyone!!!

Hi Bro, am at the NSBE convention. Send me a pm lets meet up. By the way, there are so many Nigerians at the convention. Everywhere you turn, Naija... grin

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Travel › Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 11 by DanjaNinja(m): 5:25pm On Mar 24, 2017

Hi All, is there anyone attending the upcoming National Society of Black Engineers 43rd Convention at Kansas City next week? If you are attending, please pm me, i would like to meet some of the faces behind this amazing forum. grin

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Travel › Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 11 by DanjaNinja(m): 5:11pm On Mar 24, 2017

OGreene:
Good morning.

Opened my mail and saw congratulatory message from Uni of California Berkeley. 5/5 and all positive. OMG!!! Admission letter and funding to come weeks later.
I dont know what helped my application most, I would really love to let others do same. I have responded to several pms about my application, its just my SOP I have been discussing. I have talked about it here briefly. My LOR were from very good profs and 1 geek. Then average academic profile. My GRE score broke my heart a thousand times.

Thank God. Thank you guys (so many names to mention ). This thread played a role definitely. If there is anyone considering Development track, we can discuss in-depth about your application.

To anyone that wants to apply to top schools, you can give it a shot and stay positive. But as LagosismyHome said when I started, add more schools, safe schools. Spread your risk.

Stage 3: fellowship/funding hunt. That's another big thing to deal with. I will keep pushing.

Thank you once again

Congrats to you sir! University of California, Berkeley is one of the best university in the world!!!! Am so happy for you bro!!

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Education › Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by DanjaNinja(op): 7:58pm On Mar 06, 2017

Theflint1:
Baba thanks for this post. Abeg I fit PM you?

Absolutely.

Education › Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by DanjaNinja(op): 8:32pm On Mar 05, 2017

hublot:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B6RHs-sBWHtYb0tKd0VLZF9mMXgyUWdqT0psb1EzMC1rd3U0/view

2017 list of Engineering ranking by US news

Some persons might need this ...

Courtesy : @Fredoricko

This is list so spot on!

Education › Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by DanjaNinja(op): 8:31pm On Mar 05, 2017

I made this post on the main usa student visa thread. As you prepare to study in the US, please note the following advise. You dont have to be in computer science either.

"If you intend to do a Masters in Computer Science in the Us and you do not have a first degree in computer science, i take God beg you, once you get here, dont skip these two courses/prerequistes: Intro to Computer Science and mostly importantly, "Data Structures". An intro to algorithm course is also necessary.

Computer Science is a deep and diverse field. All areas, from Artificial intelligence to database and standard applications programming (from windows to andriod) all require a good understanding of algorithms, data structures and some object oriented programming concepts (the latter is usually taugth in any standard data structure class).

One common mistake those with a non-computer science background make is to skip these topics beliving they can survive and learn these prerequisites on the go all in the name of cutting cost.

I repeat, Dont even think of taking any advanced level course until you have confidently understood the concepts taught in these courses. These are required "Prerequisites" and not "corequisites". You cannot learn as you go, you must already know these topics before you can take your regular graduate classes.

My first semester was a disaster of epic proportions because i failed to take these courses.
Imagine JJC like me taking classes on advanced database (i never even take database course before sef) and object oriented programming with c++. One thing is certain, you will struggle till the end of the semester and your grades would suffer greatly.

I have spoken with friends studying computer science from several universities and they all share the same opinion.

Please note, this is not Nigeria where your final exam makes up 70 percent of your final grade. Over here, your final exam is mostly 30-40% of your final grade. The rest is evenly split between your assignments, midterms, papers, projects and labs. In this amelika, to make an A, you need a score of 90 and above whereas in naija you need only 70 to make an A. The difference is like night and day.

So, for your own good, as soon as you arrive, approach your academic advisor and make them understand you dont have any background in computer science. This applies to every other discipline. Interact with your academic adviser as well as current students. Make them know your background and your limitations. Its not always about studying hard, sometimes for you to succeed, you need to "know what you dont know that you dont know". Only those with experience in that field can help you with that."

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Travel › Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 11 by DanjaNinja(m): 6:47pm On Mar 05, 2017*

If you intend to do a Masters in Computer Science in the Us and you do not have a first degree in computer science, i take God beg you, once you get here, dont skip these two courses/prerequistes: Intro to Computer Science and mostly importantly, "Data Structures". An intro to algorithm course is also necessary.

Computer Science is a deep and diverse field. All areas, from Artificial intelligence to database and standard applications programming (from windows to andriod) all require a good understanding of algorithms, data structures and some object oriented programming concepts (the latter is usually taugth in any standard data structure class).

One common mistake those with a non-computer science background make is to skip these topics beliving they can survive and learn these prerequisites on the go all in the name of cutting cost.

I repeat, Dont even think of taking any advanced level course until you have confidently understood the concepts taught in these courses. These are required "Prerequisites" and not "corequisites". You cannot learn as you go, you must already know these topics before you can take your regular graduate classes.

My first semester was a disaster of epic proportions because i failed to take these courses.
Imagine JJC like me taking classes on advanced database (i never even take database course before sef) and object oriented programming with c++. One thing is certain, you will struggle till the end of the semester and your grades would suffer greatly.

I have spoken with friends studying computer science from several universities and they all share the same opinion.

Please note, this is not Nigeria where your final exam makes up 70 percent of your final grade. Over here, your final exam is mostly 30-40% of your final grade. The rest is evenly split between your assignments, midterms, papers, projects and labs. In this amelika, to make an A, you need a score of 90 and above whereas in naija you need only 70 to make an A. The difference is like night and day.

So, for your own good, as soon as you arrive, approach your academic advisor and make them understand you dont have any background in computer science. This applies to every other discipline. Interact with your academic adviser as well as current students. Make them know your background and your limitations. Its not always about studying hard, sometimes for you to succeed, you need to "know what you dont know that you dont know". Only those with experience in that field can help you with that.

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Travel › Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 11 by DanjaNinja(m): 9:50pm On Feb 26, 2017

Please does any know anyone who currently attends University of California, Berkeley? I need access to some computer science materials over there. Thanks.

Travel › Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 11 by DanjaNinja(m): 8:34pm On Feb 26, 2017*

akin3102:
Imagine, Meanwhile the embassy said it is not possible. Please can you list the documents required.I have already booked my flight to Atlanta..

You would find all you need here: http://www.nigeriahouse.com/newpassport.aspx

VERY IMPORTANT - Endeavor to buy a blank $30 money order. You can get one from your local USPS post office. The $30 money order in addition to the $106 you paid online are required for your passport processing. Without the money order, your passport would not be processed.

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Travel › Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 11 by DanjaNinja(m): 8:29pm On Feb 26, 2017

234ng44uk:
What are you guys even talking about? Looking for one-day service from a Nigeria embassy and you also have multiple outlets to choose from? In UK, passport can only be renewed from a single location, London. And that takes at least 2 weeks.

Hi there, I appreciate your concern but your opinion is inaccurate. You live in the UK not the US. FYI, in the us, there are multiple outlets to choose from - New York, Washington DC and Atlanta. I renewed my Nigerian passport at the Embassy in New York four weeks ago and guess what? I go it that same day. Biometrics and data entry was done by 11am and passport was ready for collection by 4pm.

According to what I heard, 95% of those who applied got their passports that same day. Only about 5% of those who applied were told to return the next day for passport collection.

Travel › Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 11 by DanjaNinja(m): 3:09pm On Feb 26, 2017

osahons9:
Anyone in Bridgeport university? i need help

I attend the University of Bridgeport. How may I help you?

P.s: I don't advise you to come here. Funding and regular Job opportunities are extremely competitive.

Travel › Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 11 by DanjaNinja(m): 3:08pm On Feb 26, 2017

akin3102:
Hi All,

I would love to renewal my passport next month and collect it on the same day. Please which Nigeria Embassy is the best for passport renewal with less crowd size?

I have New york or Atlanta in mind, both locations are close to me. I would appreciate if there is any nairalander that can accommodate me in Atlanta as I assumed there might be huge crowd size in New york.Thanks

Go to New York. Contrary to what you have heard, they are quite efficient. I got my renewed passport in a day.

Education › Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by DanjaNinja(op): 6:46pm On Feb 08, 2017

happyday:
Send me a PM for the SOP.

Whatever you do, please don't apply to university of Bridgeport. That's my school. Funding is very difficult here.

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Education › Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by DanjaNinja(op): 6:09am On Jan 26, 2017*

Gunbiz:
for gre, there is a facebook group where they bring and answer gre questions

Yes, indeed there is a facebook group and at that time, we thought adding members to that facebook group was a good idea. In retrospect, that was a wrong move. A very wrong move.

Why? Firstly, the facebook group is a private group. All information posted on that group is private and cannot be found through a search engine like google. Incase you dont know, valuable information that cannot be easily found, is useless information.

Secondly, it violates one of the core principles behind the creation of this platform which is to provide a community where people can help one another with useful information on passing the GRE and subsequently getting admitted to the university of one's choice. You may have not noticed but at the time we did GRE group additions, there were barely any meaningful contributions on this thread. Instead, 90% of the posts were based on requests for addition to the GRE group. Suffice to say, this thread became a transit/connecting station for Gre group travellers. They come in, request to be added, get added and never return to make any meaningful contribution. One outcome was inevitable - the eventual death of this thread. For the sake of preserving this beautiful community of humble,selfless,volunteers helping each other succeed and thrive, we did the needful and shut down all gre facebook additions. The recent string of high quality meaningful post on this thread is a testament to that decision. In Olamide's voice "Every post on the thread was a hit back to back".

Moving on, I know i have been absent from this thread but from the bottom of my heart, i thank all those who have kept this thread alive. Sirriddy, i sincerely thank you for selflessly leading this thread even as you do your PhD. Studying in the US is a tough experience. Only those who currently live and study in america would understand what you go through to make contributions on this thread. To do three heavy courses with mountain loads of weekly assignments, work 20 hours a week as a Graduate assistant, cook, hustle babe and yet still find time to come on nairaland to make contributions is truly laudable of you.

To all those who have made truly mind blowing contributions - drHopeful, time2smile, believerspraise, Scholastica16, Bolisticbond026, andradaeze to name a few, i say thank you. Keep doing what you do. God has a wonderful way of blessing those who give. And biko, abeg no vex If your name was not mentioned, please keep up the good work because all those who have benefited from your contributions greatly appreciate you as well.

Oh before i forget, did you know its been almost three years since this thread was created? Its funny how it grew into this beautiful community. When i made the first post, i had one goal in my mind "build a place where like minded individuals can help each other pass the GRE by sharing useful information". Right now its 178 pages and 187,500 views strong. Even though ranking was never the intent, if you do a google search on how to get high scores on the gre, this thread is number 6 on the list. This would not have been possible without every single person who has made a contribution. You all made this happen. It goes to show the what can be accomplished when people come together to support and help one another grow.

On a side note, to all those complaining about reading from the first page of the thread, i see and hear you. You think the GRE is tough? lol. Wait till you get to america. You haven't seen anything yet. If you cant even read 178 pages of useful information that would help you achieve your dreams, how can you even survive? It begs the question - "what are your priorities in life?" America is a beautiful tough place. You have to be really strong to survive here.

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Education › Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by DanjaNinja(op): 9:51pm On Jan 17, 2017

sirRiddy:
The reality is that no one needs such crass display of arrogance over nothing.
Many people have helped the thread grow and have kept it alive till now.
Thanks to Danjaninja for creating it and the consistent cries for people to
post their experiences.
People should keep exchanging tips and experiences and murdering the test.
Good luck to selfish people as well.
By the way, who kidnap Danja sef?

Damn! I've got like a hundred pages of catching up to do. cry

Besides, who on earth has the guts and temerity to provoke SirRiddy? Biko o, that person should "Gerrarahere" o!!!!

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Culture › Re: Eze Ndigbo Title Remains Banned – Deji Of Akure by DanjaNinja(m): 8:13am On Dec 26, 2016

basilo102:
ezendigbo was with okorocha during the campaign, go check the records. you cant decide for people the way to dress or which type of cap to wear, you can only decide that in your palace alone

Romance › Re: Who Blinks First, A Tale Of How 3 Girls Fought Over One Guy by DanjaNinja(m): 1:38am On Dec 07, 2016

One of the best stories I've read on nairaland. Keep it up boss.

Politics › Re: Pictures Of Arab Contractors Working On Aba Road Umuahia by DanjaNinja(m): 8:46pm On Nov 17, 2016

Stupid country. How many ibo contractors do you have handling mega construction projects in dubai?

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Education › Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by DanjaNinja(op): 11:46pm On Oct 08, 2016

SirRiddy, how far? You don forget me shebi? ...in akanmi's voice: "you haf join bad gang abi?"...issokay...issokay...

Education › Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by DanjaNinja(op): 11:31pm On Oct 08, 2016

[quote author=happyday post=49145133]I see your amazing contributions. God bless you immensely. grin

Education › Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by DanjaNinja(op): 11:21pm On Oct 08, 2016

iCool:
Those in need of materials for preparation should start reading from page 98. Page 42 also has a link to videos of great importance.

Nice work.

NOTE TO ALL: if you know of a specific page with insightful information, kindly tag me. I intend to create an index of such links in the first page. That way accessing specific information would be quick and painless.

Education › Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by DanjaNinja(op): 11:19pm On Oct 08, 2016

auxioneer:
Hello gurus in the house i am new to the thread. i would like your candid advice on how i can go about writing GRE & TOEFl. I would like to apply for Msc Mech Eng and need these two exams to stand a chance of getting admission and funding if possible i finished with a 2.2. i am looking at writing both exams in the first week of October. i have my leave(20 working days) through out September so i want to use that time and prepare fully. i need expert guidance on how to go about it. i also wont mind links and materials sent to my email dejioni@gmail.com. thanks in advance

Hi Auxioneer, how are you? This might be late given you intend to take the test by October but I am glad you found this thread and i pray that your request for expert guidance be met. That said, did you know that if you read the very first page of the thread, you would find most of the information you need? Additionally, reading through the entire thread wont hurt either - you would be surprised by the amount of insightful information buried within the pages of this thread. wink

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Education › Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by DanjaNinja(op): 11:12pm On Oct 08, 2016

kaima2015:
648 (PhD) and 610 (Msc) is 151 and 149 rspectively for the New Conversion

http://gre.graduateshotline.com/gre_score_scale.html#.V7nbrjX6gZg

Had no idea the GRE grading scale has been upgraded. shocked

Education › Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by DanjaNinja(op): 11:10pm On Oct 08, 2016

Damn! Over twenty pages to catch up on! Am so impressed with the spirit of community on this forum. I am so glad progress is being made continuously. God bless you all.

Education › Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by DanjaNinja(op): 4:04pm On Aug 17, 2016

drhopeful:
Thanks Kaima. University of Pittsburgh is one of my prospective schools.

You cant go wrong with University of Pittsburgh. Amazing school it is.

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