explorer250:
I have been programming close to four years now. The problems I had was reading outdated books. I remember the first time I tried inserting data into a database using php, instead of using $_POST[ ] array, I used something like $post[] or something like that, I can't actually remember. took me about three weeks to realize that syntax was deprecated. This is because the first book I read was php-mysql applications by jay Greenspan and brad brugger and this is a book written either at 2000 or 2006, so I wasted a lot of time on things that doesn't matter. But the advantage I had is that I got a strong foundation in programming. I really understood concepts and this has made me capable of designing almost any type of websites. I didn't take any short cut , hence, I don't use frameworks and libraries because I can do what those frameworks and libraries could do using the original language and this increases performance. you don't need to add jquery of 300kb to your site just to perform an animation you could do with simple JavaScript and CSS. Though I could use jquery, bootstrap etc but I hardly make use of them since I don't need much from them. When I look at most dynamic web site I have already mapped out their table structure using my mind and I can see the left joins, subqueries etc. word of advice for upcoming programmers, their is no short cut to programming. you get better with time and experience and don't stop learning. in fact , I just finished a book of 300 pages yesterday which has helped me transition from procedural and function based programming to oop. the name is Learn php 7. And lastly, I learnt the hard way using PDFs and it made me develop the culture of reading programming books. so far I have read at least 15 PDFs on php, 9 PDFs on JavaScript, four PDFs on HTML, 5 pdfs on CSS, 7 PDFs on SQL coupled with few videos and active participation on solo learn.

This is dedication. Make sure you scrape every dollar to reward your effort. Bravo.

c900:
Na 40% tax dey wait you.

True lol.

But wetin remain for them still better pass naija pay. Also, the 40% is used to run the society which they enjoy. No losses in my opinion

HenryDion:
They are just following protocol. Even that defense lawyer wants Hush behind bars for life
He should have hired Annalise Keating. HTGAWM fans will understand

Aname

seanwilliam:
lol.. and I hate that shit ehn.. congregation go dey do hmmmm, hmmmmm.. ...

One motivational speaker posted the picture below on my whatsap.. I curse am ehn

Chai. Laff wan kee me guy. Even mama Okon wey na pidgin e take dey hold body like us so, dey follow nod

They're like "Subjugate to compensate in order to defecate, I say that again...sub-ju-gate to com-pen-sate in order to de-fe-cate" Then you'll see the people vigorously writing it in their jotters not knowing whether it makes sense or na their destiny dem dey curse

Walahi I dey laff like maniac.

gbolly1151:

Most Christian trust their pastor more than God

Oh man. Nigerian Christianity is a totally different ball game. Confident gullibility is a catastrophic fatality; To borrow from the script of the smooth-talking pastors. Amen

We no dey even discuss that one again. We just dey one side dey watch

seanwilliam:
stop confusing yourself jare... I wish I could hold u sir and give you a knockout... I real the bolded pass 5 times

Some people on the quest to be motivational speakers with the latest catchphrases, spew BS and fan themselves

They're like, 'Am I making sense?'

No mothafvcker, you're not!

Most young, designer pastors do this and you see the church members nodding in agreement. Laff fit kill me

Brukx:

Show us how

[code][/code]

Taofeekdboy:
First, your code is too verbose, using class is an overkill for this mortgage calculator.
You can use function but it is fine if you really wanna use class but note that when defining a class, your method indentation must be accurate, like everything must be lined up together, press backspace for everything under the class and use tab key to indent them once.

I think maybe he wants to get used to OOP, ASAP, which isn't bad.

olamidedivotee:
Grandlord
brukx


Python gurus where are you, help me with this


This code have been giving me sleepless night.



class Loan:
def __init__(self, annualInterestRate = 2.5,
numberOfYears = 1, loanAmount = 1000, borrower = " ":
self.__annualInterestRate = annualInterestRate
self.__numberOfYears = numberOfYears
self.__loanAmount = loanAmount
self.__borrower = borrower

def getAnnualInterestRate(self):
return self.__annualInterestRate

def getNumberOfYears(self):
return self.__numberOfYears

def getLoanAmount(self):
return self.__loanAmount

def getBorrower(self):
return self.__borrower

def setAnnualInterestRate(self, annualInterestRate):
self.__annualInterestRate = annualInterestRate

def setNumberOfYears(self, numberOfYears):
self.__numberOfYears = numberOfYears

def setLoanAmount(self, loanAmount):
self.__loanAmount = loanAmount

def setBorrower(self, borrower):
self.__borrower = borrower

def getMonthlyPayment(self):
monthlyInterestRate = self.__annualInterestRate / 1200
monthlyPayment = \
self.__loanAmount * monthlyInterestRate / (1 - (1 /
(1 + monthlyInterestRate) ** (self.__numberOfYears * 12)))
return monthlyPayment

def getTotalPayment(self):
totalPayment = self.getMonthlyPayment() * \
self.__numberOfYears * 12
return totalPayment

Big boy, use the nairaland code tags around your code so we can see where the indentation error occurred. Or better still take a shot of it on your PC.

stanliwise:
what kind of learning resource do you think?

Books? Videos? On DSA.

avalon7:


In that case difference between a CS graduate and a self taught programmer are only paramount in big companies in developed countries i.e FANG... Who dey develope new OS for Africa kwanu?

stanliwise:

I already said you can learn computation outside school in my previous post.

Computation means the ability to be able use mathematical evaluation and critical thinking to work on data so as to reduce workload of searching on data, storing data, transferring data, operate on data. For example to search if a string is in a large amount of text. Anyone could simple write a code to find the string one by one but a computing scientist would find a mathematical evaluation method to ensure he finds it in the simplest possible time. In reality situation could have a lot of constrain ranging from small amount of memory to large (and concurrent access to data in a short time frame. A computing scientist job is to ensure how to find the best possible means to save company resources and yet make the service available.

Like you said someone coded an OS. It need extensive knowledge of computation to do that but anyone can do it. But a computing scientist would think so hard to optimize the system in such a way that it would work in best situations interms of speed and constrain to hardware.
Microsoft and Linux used hands of thousand computing scientist (not programmers) for ideas to reduce computation complexity.

Computation parent is mathematics.

Mathematics on data = computing science.

Although computing science field has broaden so much now and it has been coupled with some form of engineering, System Analysis and Human/machine Interaction and intelligence(AI), Graphics.

You will recognize I use the word “computing science ” rather than “computer science”. This is the accurate terminology.

Damn! You just made the whole concept of data structures and algo clearer to me. A thousand thanks.

Do you have more to add? Any learning resources you might recommend?

Microwhy:

Please erase @bolded notion from your mind..
Some self taught programmer go as far back as learning what happen during compilation, what happen just before serial display... Some people have curious mind, so please don't underestimate the ability of self taught not just in CS related but every aspect of life. Some apply principle of reverse engineering during self taught. They will want to learn everything that has to do with that particular niche they are interested in. It will be foolish to challenge such people about their niche and everything that surround it.
Google and YouTube are more than any university degree, you can learn virtually everything you want.

You're right. When it comes to software, all the information, resources and tools are out there. All you need is a computer and an internet connection, and you're good to go. So anyone can learn anything if they are passionate about it.

This is unlike hardware or some other field that might require physical presence and hands-on experience.

There's room for everyone. The CS graduate specialising in software engineering, is responsible for the high level thinking process required for software design, algorithms, architecture and planning. They then hand down this design and plan to the programmers who do the coding with the programming language of their choice or of the company's choice. Everyone knows their place.

Think of it like an architect and a builder. The architect doesn't really need to know how to build but he's the brain behind the structural design. But why choose when you can be all of it?

crownedrookie:
I'm self taught and recognize the need to get a CS degree. Planning to, even discussed it with my boss and he gave me some good options for it. Has to be from abroad though, I'd rather do a memory wipe and learn again than get a Nigerian CS degree.
For now any one with knowledge of where I can find a structured playlist of CS classes from reputable institutions on YouTube should do well to let me know.
Searches like UC Berkeley Webcast and CS 10 - The Beauty and Joy of Computing give answers but rather scattered and random

Follow the CS50 course from Harvard, taught by Prof. David Malan. Has everything from data structures to algorithms. Available on YouTube, edx and havarddotedu.

Coldie:

Not just in Nigeria Africa as a whole. Am average African politician sees tax payers money as his personal money, so u need to push them to use our own money to work for us

It really is a shame.

Smartwork676:
that's a good feature from the government. I know they are performing their duty and as such, there shouldn't be need to appreciate them

It's only in Nigeria a politician is celebrated for doing the job he was elected to do. Thereby making it look as if he's doing the citizens a favour. SMH.

A historic night of football. A historic night for the Premier League and Liverpool FC. Congratulations

TripleOh7:
Mental health is very underrated in Nigeria.

Swears

crownedrookie:

Got banned for dealing with that troll. Makes me wonder if he doesn't have something on at least a few nairaland admins for them to be protecting his identity.
Thanks man, the pressure's always been on.

I knew the antitroll moniker was you, when I got a mention. Surprised you still give that dude time of day
Anyway, it's a campaign to alert unsuspecting nairalanders of his dubious antics. Take pride in that

OLDESTWARRIBOY4:


As e suppose be. Boys wey dey carry galz mata for head...na dem know

OLDESTWARRIBOY4:
Who cares? I no dey carry woman mata for head. Anyone wey show, we do then she go house...nothing else

Lol. No stress zone. Na our style o

gbolly1151:

Just seeing this

spam = ['apples', 'bananas', 'tofu', 'cats']

def printlist(List):
    last=List.pop()
    last=' and '+last
    List.append(last)
    return ','.join(List)
    
print(printlist(spam))

Bad guy

LukasPodolski:
That's the dumbest formal letter I've seen.



Naira Marley is a menace though.

That piece of shit is an insult to formal letters

Prophylactic:
The health care system is in chaos, many of the essential things are lacking, The CMDs are not any better, even common reagents as cheap as 250naira often at times are lacking, so PPE being unavailable is no surprise because an average Nigerian is greedy, till the day we decide to be accountable in this country is the day things will begin to take shape

Swears. Greediness and corruption are the mission and vision of most Nigerians in authority. CMDs, like every other directors of government agencies and ministries, are super corrupt. No morals, zero values.

crownedrookie:

LMFAO. E nor shock you? Baba is STUPEFIED. E kant believe e highs. 6 years building portfolio and only achievement is nairaland nuisance with many monikers. Homosexual wheelbarrow pusher ashawo man learn web development seven months thrash you like small pikin. Shey you shame for yourself? Cos me I shame for u

I didn't see this. Congrats man.

iCode2:
Awoof dey purge belle oo

Brodaman

How we go do? We no fit reject food na

iCode2:
Awoof dey purge belle oo

Brodaman

How we go do? We no fit reject better food na

bunnae:

thank God say i dey folo you o. you have been blessing me unknowingly.

Grand.lord look up. you might be interested.

I appreciate you baby girl

Abeg dey always alert me like this. Jah bless you. I'll surely reciprocate the gesture