Findworka is organising Saucecode, a project aimed at discovering and celebrating the finest technical talents in Africa starting with Nigeria. It was conceived to challenge the talents in our tech ecosystem, encourage the best practices of programming, promote collaboration, make new role models out of the very best and put Nigeria on the map again. Software developers, designers, project managers are welcome to apply for the hackathon.

Eligibility
Teams have to consist of a maximum of four people and a minimum of 2.
Participants are required to select and build a solution for one of the lists of problem statements provided on the website.
Only The first 20 to submit in their prototypes move to the next round.

Benefits
The winning team gets admission tickets to attend 2-days conference of Facebook’s F8 2018 at California, United States (valued at $800 each).
Advice and coaching for the winning team to prepare their application for the Afrolynk’s $50,000 startup challenge.
Admission tickets to attend Afrolynk’s conference 2018.
Advice and coaching for the winning team to prepare their application for the Afrolynk’s $50K startup challenge.
All finalists get FbStart prize packages which will provide each team with a wide range of free developer tools.

Got what it takes to battle for the chance to become the best technical team in Nigeria? Bring it on http://www.saucecode.xyz . Registration is on already and the deadline is December 30, 2017.

Findworka is organising Saucecode, a project aimed at discovering and celebrating the finest technical talents in Africa starting with Nigeria. It was conceived to challenge the talents in our tech ecosystem, encourage the best practices of programming, promote collaboration, make new role models out of the very best and put Nigeria on the map again. Software developers, designers, project managers are welcome to apply for the hackathon.

Eligibility
Teams have to consist of a maximum of four people and a minimum of 2.
Participants are required to select and build a solution for one of the lists of problem statements provided on the website.
Only The first 20 to submit in their prototypes move to the next round.

Benefits
The winning team gets admission tickets to attend 2-days conference of Facebook’s F8 2018 at California, United States (valued at $800 each).
Advice and coaching for the winning team to prepare their application for the Afrolynk’s $50,000 startup challenge.
Admission tickets to attend Afrolynk’s conference 2018.
Advice and coaching for the winning team to prepare their application for the Afrolynk’s $50K startup challenge.
All finalists get FbStart prize packages which will provide each team with a wide range of free developer tools.

Got what it takes to battle for the chance to become the best technical team in Nigeria? Bring it on http://www.saucecode.xyz . Registration is on already and the deadline is December 30, 2017.

Findworka is organising Saucecode, a project aimed at discovering and celebrating the finest technical talents in Africa starting with Nigeria. It was conceived to challenge the talents in our tech ecosystem, encourage the best practices of programming, promote collaboration, make new role models out of the very best and put Nigeria on the map again. Software developers, designers, project managers are welcome to apply for the hackathon.

Eligibility
Teams have to consist of a maximum of four people and a minimum of 2.
Participants are required to select and build a solution for one of the lists of problem statements provided on the website.
Only The first 20 to submit in their prototypes move to the next round.

Benefits
The winning team gets admission tickets to attend 2-days conference of Facebook’s F8 2018 at California, United States (valued at $800 each).
Advice and coaching for the winning team to prepare their application for the Afrolynk’s $50,000 startup challenge.
Admission tickets to attend Afrolynk’s conference 2018.
Advice and coaching for the winning team to prepare their application for the Afrolynk’s $50K startup challenge.
All finalists get FbStart prize packages which will provide each team with a wide range of free developer tools.

Got what it takes to battle for the chance to become the best technical team in Nigeria? Bring it on http://www.saucecode.xyz . Registration is on already and the deadline is December 30, 2017.

At Findworka, we build and manage great tech for ambitious people.
We are looking for a technical project manager for all our software development projects. A go-getter who can manage our growing network of freelance experts who work from different parts of Africa and help us continue to deliver excellent tech projects.


The project manager will
Develop work plan for new projects.
Lead our testing and quality assurance.
Have a good eye for talents and will assign the right personnel to the right project.
Manage every aspect of our projects including project estimation, budget/ schedule/quality management, technology implementation and satisfy the client’s expectation.
Initiate, plan, execute, control, and successfully implement projects no matter the scope.
Set and track KPIs, project work plans and ensure the timely implementation.


Skills and Experience
Should have a programming background.
Experience deploying software projects for different clients.
Have familiarity with Agile/Scrum.
Have worked with or on remote teams.
Possess strong communication and people management skills.
Have excellent documentation skills. I.e KPIs, progress reports etc.
Have an eye for quality.


We offer:
A chance to work in an inspiring environment with room for personal development.
Competitive salary package.
A work environment that supports learning the latest technologies.
Opportunity to meet exciting tech talents.

Application Deadline: 20th October 2017

Do you want to join a fast-growing startup whose services help the world’s most ambitious people build amazing technology?

Then apply here https://www.findworka.com/jobs/IQBFOV33SA

Yep!! So this week. I had a chat with Tunde Yusuf, one of our senior back-end developers and would love to share that conversation with everyone. Incase you have any questions for him, you can put them down in the comment section and I am sure he will be willing to answer them.

Oyinkansola: How did you learn how to code and how long did it take?
Tunde: Am a self taught programmer. I learnt how to code by reading books, watching how to's videos. For me it took a while before i could grasp what programming is, cause i started when i was in my senior secondary school. I finally got the hang of it by the time i was done with my O'Level.

Oyinkansola: What is your favourite programming language/tools?
Tunde: My favorite language is PHP.
I use Sublime Text editor as my programming tool, although there are many others. But sublime is my go to tool.

Oyinkansola: For someone who may like to go into that field of technology, what would you say is the best way and/or place to gain your kind of skill? Also how was your learning experience while learning about it?
Tunde: Join groups with like minded people, get books or video tutorial, anywhere you find conducive for learning will do, and don't forget to Google solutions to whatever problems you might encounter.
"whatever problem you have is not new, someone else had the same problem, try using Google before seeking help from anybody else" - Olufuwa Temitayo.

Oyinkansola: Do you purchase website templates, or build designs from scratch?
Tunde: I do purchase website templates sometimes, but most of the time I build from scratch or tweak something from my library to fit what am trying to achieve.

Oyinkansola: What is your advice to people who intend to take up remote/freelance jobs?
Tunde: "Just do it, but with your heart"

Oyinkansola: Finally, what is Findworka Pro all about?
Tunde: Findworka Pro is a program to get the best freelancers in the world to work together and remotely on world class tech projects. This program helps freelancers challenge themselves to improve their skillset, cause only the best hands are selected to work on projects under this platform.

Right now, i would love to spice up this interview and make it fun.

Oyinkansola: If you had to give up food for a month, what would you want as your last meal?
Tunde: As a foodie, this is a tough one fa. I would go for Iyan with assorted egusi soup.

Oyinkansola: Are you a book lover? Tell us your favourite author and book
Tunde: Won't really consider myself as a book lover. I don't have a favorite author.
My favorite book is "48 Laws of power".

Oyinkansola: What title would you give your autobiography?
Tunde: The boy who got scared of failure.

Oyinkansola: Tell us something interesting or weird about yourself.
Tunde: lol, my instagram handle is "iamweird". Hope that’s not weird though?
I am fascinated by the french.

Oyinkansola: Do you love movies?
Tunde: Yes of cause.

Oyinkansola: All-time favourite movie(s)?
Tunde: The usual suspect - 1995, The wolf of wall street - 2013, The Social Network - 2010 and the Godfather - 1972.

Oyinkansola: Are you a music lover?
Tunde: Yeah definitely.

Oyinkansola: Favourite artiste(s)?
Tunde: J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar and Yanni.

5. Regular human interaction: It is very important to have a real conversation with someone, even if it’s over the phone because it is valuable to your career and your mental well-being. Working remotely can lead to isolation, and being alone day in and day out can take an emotional toll. If you want to work from home, make sure to add meetups to your weekly schedule, attend formal networking groups etc. Working remotely from a coffee shop or shared workspace that actually have people you can interact with.

4. Plan your day: Increasing productivity during your workday takes some planning. Make a daily to-do list. Having a list of all your tasks in front of you keeps you on track and reduces the tendency to procrastinate.

3. Maintain your focus: To maintain your focus, make realistic time frames in which to get specific projects or tasks done. You can either choose a set time and decide which tasks or projects need to get done first. This will help you maintain focus and increase your motivation. If you are working from home, try to avoid working close to a television or better still disconnect every means of distraction.

2. Get your family and friends on-board: Inform your family that even though you’re not working from an office doesn’t mean you’re available for visits. It is left you to make sure that they all learn to abide by your schedule (as long as you abide by it first) in order to maintain your productivity.

Working remotely certainly has its benefits, but it can be difficult compared to working in an office setting, but there are still a number of ways you can be just as productive working remotely as you are in the office setting.
I have compiled 5 best tips on how to increase your productivity when working remotely but you can as well as add your best tips on how to increase productivity in the comment section below.

1. Setup working hours and work-space: If you want to work remotely, that does not mean you can only work from home. You can also work from a coffee shop, shared workspace etc but you have to take it seriously. That means, you should not work from your bed, you should have a separate space set up that serves as your remote office. Also, you have to commit

5. Don’t give up: Finally. in the first few months after signing up, it is possible to not get a gig but don’t give up. Continue to bid, keep bidding, don’t stop. Our algorithm rewards activity. Freelancers who place bids consistently tend to show up higher in search results.

GOOD LUCK!!!!!!

4. Don’t bid too low or too high: Know your worth and be confident during negotiations. Try as much as possible to provide decent budget that seems reasonable. Your bidding price shouldn’t far lower or higher than the client’s budget.

3. Prepare your pitch wisely: Your pitch is one of the most important things a client will look closely at when deciding whether to hire you or not. Always write unique pitch that fits the gig you are bidding for, avoid using templates. And also, your pitch has to be short and straight to the point.

2. Be consistent: Keep improving your profile, keep bidding on relevant projects (things you can do), keep adding to your portfolio. If necessary, bid lower on projects. The more you keep at it, the better your chance at higher paying projects.

Getting your first gig on a relatively new platform like Findworka can be challenging for many freelancers. We have discovered, from the data available to us, that following the steps below can put you in a better position when a new digital project is posted on the platform.

1. Make your profile speak for you: Toot your horn, carefully describe your skills and your relevant experience but don’t exaggerate. Go straight to the point, don’t around the bush otherwise the client might get bored reading it. Upload a decent picture, make sure your face is showing clearly and you can smile. Finally get testimonial from your previous clients and flaunt them by adding it to your profile.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with other reps on campus to create and execute strategic marketing plans for each campaign assigned.

• Complete all work to the best of your ability in a professional and timely manner.

• Spread the word on campus with promotions, online social networking.

• Summarize, report on, and successfully capture your work (reports, screenshots, and pictures)

• Keep in regular communication with the rep coordinator and teammates.

QUALIFICATIONS

All applicants must be a degree holder or Higher national diploma holder (preferably from a Nigeria University). Someone with a passion for empowering students with opportunities. Applicants should also:

• Work well independently and in teams

• Be reliable and organized

• Have strong analytical, communication and writing skills

• Be connected/involved on campus (organization/clubs, associations).

• Member/active user of online community websites (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)

Application deadline: 31st July 2017

Click here http:///2t8xYps to apply or Go to www.findworka.com/jobs to apply

5. Communication: As a freelancer, you must express your ideas and requirements clearly when interacting with prospects, clients, and other freelancers. Freelancing is all about clear and good communication between clients and users.

4. Bookkeeping: Having basic knowledge of accounting would be really needed to succeed as a freelancer in Nigeria. You are in charge of separating your personal expenses with those incurred in the process of executing a project. You must be able to perform basic bookkeeping tasks to track your income, expenses and net income after tax incurred in the process of executing a project.
bookkeeping

3. Negotiating: As a freelancer, you must be able to negotiate with your clients so as to meet at a common ground. Make sure you agree on the project details- time, budget and other deliverables.

2. Scheduling: Always schedule all your projects, know how long a project will take and not be overcommitted. Taking up too many projects at the same time will lead even an expert freelancer down the path that leads towards average projects. In the end, you may have ticked all the boxes and deserved your pay but the extra will be missing.

As a freelancer, there are skills you should possess for you to satisfy your clients consistently. First things first, At Findworka, we believe that technical competence is a no-brainer. As a writer, you must be good at writing. As a web designer, who must be good at designing websites.

But those are just basic skills and there are other soft skills that you need to become a successful freelancer. In this post, I have taken my time to list 5 must-have skills.

1. Networking: You must be able to relate with potentials clients online (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin etc) and also at organized meetups. It is also a must that you take your social media accounts seriously because it is one of the easiest ways to build trust.

5. Showcase your portfolio: and finally, make your presence known in the design community by joining sites like Behance, Dribbble. These sites are dedicated to showcasing creative work of various designers and they make it easy to display works and also find other portfolios.

4. Seek out client referrals: you might know, your last satisfied client might lead to your next project. Don’t be afraid to ask for testimonials on the experience working with you and your services overall from few of your satisfied clients and make sure you post all testimonials across all your digital channels.

3. Use online marketing tools: there are so many free marketing tools that can be used to boost your online presence. You can also make use of a good email marketing strategy to grab some attention.

2. Build a strong online presence: social networks serve as a platform for you to showcase your expertise and gain some recognition. Social networks such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram are the perfect platform for you to engage in discussions with the wider design world and build relationships with fellow designers and potential key clients.

In Nigeria today, freelancing is becoming more sought after. So how do you distinguish yourself from the influx of designers and attract those clients you’ve always dreamed of having on your books?. Having to create awesome design works and just posting online will not be enough to build a name and brand for yourself.

In this post, I have been able to outline some basics to help any designer (Graphics, print, Interface and digital) who wants to create a recognizable brand around their work and build a brand name.

1. Picture yourself as a client: spend a little personal time to develop a creative proposal for the project. Research information about your competitors and your market. Take your project through the same process you would use with a major client.

Ongoing web development for an offline based operation, to be ordered for and monitored online. A Uber related concept.

The project is for a startup, and so the development would be on an ongoing basis in line with iterations. Room for a long lasting relationship with the right person(s) with the right blend of skills and attitude.

Click here http:///2u4Zp7o to apply

5. Making Use of Search Engine Optimization: Every designer ought to know the importance of SEO when designing a site, this is where knowing how to code properly becomes key, and also knowing correct semantics and standard based HTML/CSS comes to play a part in the use of search engine optimization for web designing.

4. Create a Flexible Design: We live in an evolving world, where things keep changing gradually on a daily basis; flexibility could help promote the creation of flexible designs. Designs that are malleable and flexible still remains the best, because it makes work modular as possible by separating style from structure.

3. Code with CSS and HTML: It doesn’t matter if you’re a designer or not, but it’s necessary that you understand some basic language behind website design. Being able to substitute styles in CSS with ease and also pinpoint fonts, colour or size issue with HTML should be done without batting an eyelid, same applies to using of fonts wisely and methodically

2. Photo Editing: This aspect of design cannot be taken out from design, the reason is, images help users get across a message, as a designer take it or leave it, you would always need images to play along with, manipulate them to the best of your ability. At minimum you should feel comfortable with resizing, cropping and applying the necessary features to get a quality image.

Often times as designers we are accompanied with the challenge of getting ideas on images, concepts etc. In order to achieve a particular design. As designers, you are accustomed to conceptualizing websites in terms of design structure, Headlines, white space, code, navigation, and so on – as well as in terms of content management. When it comes to design, skill can change and things evolve over time. However, there are few basic things a web designer ought to know:

1.Creating a Headline: Creating a catchy headline is key, in the sense that the topic using for a design should be appealing to the sight even before reading them, and also it should be able to bring the glue and message together in a design without ambiguity.