Na dream u see am?

israelmao:

I saw 2-1 scoreline in our favour.

I dey tell u

yabas:
Why cant Nigeria make us proud for once @ the wcup. Crotia go even score one more. Final score likely to be 2-1 against Nig

Hello everyone,

Next weekend I'll be running an online workshop teaching How To Design Professional Websites With WordPress. It cost #4,499 and any one can register at hhttps://drag.com.ng/web-design-workshop/ I'll also treat each of the topics I listed below right here on nairaland. Set your reminder for Oct 7.

Highlights
* 3 Days Workshop
* 7 Topics + Bonus Topic
* 4 How-To Videos
* WhatsApp Discussion group
* WorkShop Materials Access Via Dropbox
* Web Design Newsletters.
What You Get
* Basic to advanced training.
* Get exclusive access to content before I post them on my website.
* Work privately with an Experienced Instructor.
* Immediate answers to questions.
Topics
* and WordPress.org
* Setting up a Domain
* Choosing a Hosting Package
* Installing WordPress and Choosing a Theme
* A Note About WordPress and Essential Plugins
* Essential Pages
* The Anatomy Of an Optimized HomePage
* The Anatomy Of an Optimized WebPage
How-To Videos
* Setting up Domain & Hosting
* Installing WordPress
* Choosing a Theme & Installing Plugins
* Designing with WordPress


You can register online at https://drag.com.ng/web-design-workshop/

Hello everyone,

This weekend I'll be running an online workshop addressing a few topic relating to how one can create a blog from scratch and with the right application of knowledge can turn it to his/her bread factory. It's free and any one can register at https://drag.com.ng/blogging-workshop/ I'll also treat each of the topics I listed below right here on nairaland. Set your reminder for Sept 30.

Highlights

3 Days Workshop
7 Topics + Bonus Topic
3 How-To Videos
WhatsApp Discussion group
WorkShop Materials Access Via Dropbox
Blogging Newsletters

What You Get

Basic to advanced training.
Get exclusive access to content before I post them on my website or nairaland.
Immediate answers to questions.

Topics

How To Start A Successful Blog.
How To Write The Perfect Blog Post
7 Common Blogging Mistakes To Avoid.
How To Get Traffic To Your Brand .New Blog
How To Create A Social Media Strategy For Your Blog
83 Ways To Make Money With A Blog
Just Do It.
Bonus – 100 Lifestyle Blog post Ideas

How-To Videos

How To Signup For Google Adsense
Writing Your First Blog Post
How To Start A Blog That Makes Money

This online workshop is free and you can register at https://drag.com.ng/blogging-workshop/

How do WordPress blog gets hacked?
• Hosting – 41%
• Themes – 29%
• Plugins – 22%
• Weak Password – 8%

Statistics
• 83% of WordPress blogs that are hacked are not updated.
• 30,000 websites are hacked a day.
• On average, a website is hacked every 5 seconds.

How to prevent WordPress security issues?
• Don't use the default admin account.
• Close comment after 30 or 60 days.
• Get rid of the login link from your blog.
• Always keep WordPress up to date.
• Report WordPress bugs and security issues.
• Lock down file permissions and write access.
• Use a WordPress security plugin and limit the login attempt.
• Consider 2-step authentication.

Web Site Host, Themes & Plugins
• Re-evaluate your web host’s backups and recovery.
• Check your hosts speed stability, security and up-time.
• Re-evaluate your website Themes and plugins.

Your Computer and Networks
• Ensure your computer is free of malware, spyware and virus infections.
• Work from trusted networks – avoid cafes and free wifi, where possible.
• Make sure your passwords are strong(including WordPress, emails etc.)
• Take advantage of CDN’s (Content Distribution Network) firewall.

Be sure to register online for my Web Design With WordPress WorkShop at https://drag.com.ng/web-design-workshop/. Workshop begins 7th October 2017.

sashyvibey:


Noted. Thanks hobyner

Don't mention

This topic(WordPress.org vs ) usually raises eyebrows and gets some people confused, so the info I’ll state below highlights the key differences between these WordPress platforms and helps you decide which is right for you.

WORDPRESS.ORG
REGULAR EXPENSE - You have to purchase hosting plan from $3.49 per month and domain name from $10 per year(mostly free with hosting plan)
FULL THEME SUPPORT – You can upload free, premium and custom WordPress Themes. You can modify code and customize your site as you wish.
ON-GOING MAINTENANCE – You will be responsible for your site updates, optimization, spam control, and backups – or you can hire someone to do this.
ALL PLUGINS ALLOWED – You can upload any plugins, allowing you to add any feature or functionality that your website needs.
MONETIZATION FREEDOM – You can make money from your site by running advertisement, banners, affiliate links and anything else you wish.

[b][/b]
NO EXPENSE – FREE! – The basic is free but limited – up to 3GB storage with in your domain name address.
LIMITED THEME SUPPORT – You can NOT upload a theme and you are limited to themes. Purchase CSS upgrade at $30 per year to edit code.
NO MAINTENANCE – You don't have to worry at all. Because takes care of everything from updates to backups and more.
NO PLUGINS ALLOWED – You can Not upload any plugins and you're limited to several built-in plugins-alike features from
LIMITED MONETIZATION – You are not allowed to sell ads on your site kunless you have 25,000 page views/month where you need to apply for approval.

Thanks for reading. Be sure to register online for my Web Design With WordPress WorkShop https://drag.com.ng/web-design-workshop/. Workshop begins 7th October 2017.

Tenkobos:
These will help Google to index your site faster. You don't tell Google that your site exists, it already knows.

Noted. Thanks

greatface:
All you will need is Google Chrome, Firefox, Opera or combination of one, two or all of the above plus some more if need be.

If you have issues with sublime text 3, you can try notepad++. There is also a postable version which you can put in your dongle and take it anywhere you like.

If you need to work on Android device, 920text is a good choice.

GoodLuck

Yh! 920text is a powerful text editor for android phones.

ITbomb:
Nice tips

Don't mention

Okay, so you’ve finished building your website. Now it's time to let people and Google know about it. I recommend you let Google know first and here's how:

1. Create A SiteMap
A sitemap(xml file) tells Google and other search engines what pages, posts and other content you have on your website. It helps them find all your content and index it faster.
2. Submit Your Website
Submit your website to Google Search Console formerly Webmaster Tools, via the “Add Property” button to let them know it exists. Extra points for adding it to Bing Webmaster Tools.
3. Submit The SiteMap
The Sitemap (xml file) you created in step 1 should now be submitted to search engines so they know what pages and posts are on your website now and in the future.
4. Bonus Points
There are a couple other things you could do to improve your website. Make sure you have analytics (probably Google) and submit both versions of your site to Webmaster Tools(www and non-www). Set the preferred version afterwards.

Be sure to register online for my Web Design With WordPress WorkShop https://drag.com.ng/web-design-workshop/. Workshop begins 7th October 2017.

Hi, just thought I should share a few plugins I use that help me monetize my site. Enjoy!

1. Google Adsense
2. Shareaholic
3. WooCommerce
4. Yoast SEO
5. Social Warfare
6. MailChimp
7. SumoMe
8. JetPack
9. WP Smush
10. WP Super Cache

Be sure to register online for my Free Blogging WorkShop https://drag.com.ng/blogging-workshop/. Workshop begins 30th September 2017.

WordPress began in May 27 2003 and clearly it came to stay because it's reportedly the most popular website management or blogging system in use on the Web. Presently there are - 73M+ WordPress sites in the world. 38M post created every month. 63M comments triggered daily.

Here are 6 plugins for optimizing your WordPress site, content and reach.

CoSchedule – Editorial
Saves you time and grows your traffic by allowing you to schedule blog posts and social media on a unified drag and drop calendar.

Atomic Reach – Content Optimization
Maximize your contents performance for true engagement every time. Gain critical insights to engage your target audience and amplify your content.

CircuPress – Email & Newsletter
Create and send your emails right out of WordPress. No scripting, no copying and pasting. You don't even have to click send!

Better WP Security – Security
The easiest, most effective way to secure WordPress. Improve the security of any WordPress site in seconds.

Flare – Social Sharing
Simple yet eye-catching social sharing bar that gets you followed and lets your content get shared via posts, pages and media types.

BuySellAds – Call to Action
Balance paid ads, sponsorships and affiliate ads. Helps advertisers buy quality, guaranteed inventory directly from publishers. No middle man and it's self-serve.

Be sure to register online for my Web Design With WordPress WorkShop https://drag.com.ng/web-design-workshop/. Workshop begins 7th October 2017.

Like all other famous gadgets, your iPhone has its own secrets. Read on and we’ll inform you about a series of hidden codes that unveil secret actions. These short codes will either uncover hidden menus or act as direct commands. They provide additional information about your device and tweak current settings.

Some settings can be also modified from your traditional iOS Settings app. However, if you wish to be one step a head and impress your friends with your superior iPhone knowledge, read on and get the most important secret codes available for your iOS device.

Do note, that some tricks might not work with all carriers. It depends on the features made available by each telecommunication company.

These secret codes are combinations of numbers and the *(asterisk) and # (number sign) symbols. They are used with the help of your iPhone’s dial pad. Simply open the Phone app and tap on keypad. Now, input one of the available codes. Depending on the type of the combination, you’ll have to press the green call button or not. Some short codes like the one used for displaying your iPhone’s IMEI for example, will automatically run without needing the Call confirmation. This depends if the combination addresses a carrier setting or your own device.

Code: *#31#
Feature: Block your number.

Code: #31#Phone number + call
Feature: block number for call.

Code: *#06# then press call.
Feature: Get your IMEI number.

Code: *3001#12344#
Feature: Get a more precise signal strength.

Code: *#21#
Feature: Decline calls without them knowing.


Code: *#43#
Feature: Turn on/off call waiting.


Code: *646#
Feature: Check how many minutes you’ve used.


Code: *225#
Feature: Check the balance of your plan.


Code: *3282#
Feature: Get your cell phone plan texted to you.


Code: *#62#
Feature: View all missed calls.


Code: *3370#
Feature: Improve iPhone voice quality.


Code: *3001#12345#*
Feature: Activate field mode.


Code: *#5005*7672#
Feature: Check SMS number.


Code: *646# (post paid only)
Feature: Display your available minutes.


Code: *225# (post paid only)
Feature: Get your current bill plan.


Code: *#21#
Feature: Check call forwarding status.


Code: *#62#
Feature: Check # calls will be forwarded to if no service.


Code: *#76#
Feature: Check connecting line presentation.


Code: *#67#
Feature: Check the number to be used for call forwarding.


Code: *#33#
Feature: Check whether anything is barred.

Code: *#61#
Feature: Check number of missed calls.

Code: *#43#
Feature: Check call waiting status.

Code: *43#
Feature: Activate waiting.

Code: #43#
Feature: Deactivate waiting.


Android fan? Check secret Android Codes on my website https://drag.com.ng/2017/09/21/secret-android-codes/

Coders have a storied tradition of baking in secret passageways (or sometimes, just fun little Easter eggs) that can only be accessed by inputting a special "key." And so that tradition continues in the mobile age.

Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD)—sometimes known as "quick codes" or "feature codes"—is an extra-UI protocol, which allows people to access hidden features. This protocol was originally created for GSM phones, but can be found on CDMA devices as well (if that's a bunch of acronym gibberish to you, here's a quick primer).

These publicly available backchannels allow users to directly communicate with their service provider's computers and/or access back-end features in their device. They are accessed by inputting them into the phone's dialer (the screen you use to start a phone call) and usually begin and end with the * or # keys with a sequence of numbers in between (there's close-to-zero chance that anyone would accidentally access them).

They're not terribly practical. Most people don't really need to know how their local cell towers are performing or what their IMEI number is (more on that later). Still, it can be fun to play around and see what unexpected functionality your phone is hiding beneath the surface.

We would LOVE to provide you with a comprehensive list of the dozens of codes out there, but note that these codes seldom work across different carriers, OSes, or phone models (or even on generations of the same model).

If you really want to try them out, your best bet may be to Google your phone's make and carrier + "USSD" for a tailored, comprehensive list. I attempted a number of codes using an iPhone SE in addition to HTC One Mini and a Galaxy S5 and Galaxy S7 Edge. Some of them worked! Check out the list below. Good luck and have fun!


Code: *#*#4636#*#*
Feature: About phone.

Code: *#*#7780#*#*
Feature: Restore factory settings.


Code: *2767*3855#
Feature: Reinstall phones firmware.

Code: *#*#34971539#*#*
Feature: About camera.

Code: *#*#7594#*#*
Feature: Changing the power button behavior. Enables direct power off.

Code: *#*#273283*255*663282*#*#*
Feature: Backup media files.

Code: *#*#197328640#*#*
Feature: Test mode for service activity.

Code: *#*#232339#*#* and *#*#526#*#* and *#*#528#*#*
Feature: Wireless LAN test.

Code: *#*#232338#*#*
Feature: Display wifi Mac address.

Code: *#*#1472365#*#*
Feature: GPS test.

Code: *#*#1575#*#*
Feature: Different GPS test.

Code: *#*#0283#*#*
Feature: Packet loopback test.

Code: *#*#0*#*#*
Feature: LCD display test.

Code: *#*#0673#*#* and *#*#0289#*#*
Feature: Audio test.

Code: *#*#0842#*#*
Feature: Vibration and backlight test.

Code: *#*#2663#*#*
Feature: Display touchscreen version.

Code: *#*#2664#*#*
Feature: Touch screen test.

Code: *#*#0588#*#*
Features: Proximity sensor test.

Code: *#*#3264#*#*
Features: RAM version.

Code: *#*#232331#*#*
Features: Bluetooth test.

Code: *#*#7262626#*#*
Features: Field test.

Code: *#*#232338#*#*
Features: Display Bluetooth service address.

Code: *#*#8255#*#*
Features: G-.talk monitoring.

Code: *#*#4986*2650468#*#*
Features: PDA, phone, hardware, RF call date, firmware info.


Code: *#*#1234#*#*
Features: PDA and phone firmware info.


Code: *#*#1111#*#*
Features: FTA software version.


Code: *#*#2222#*#*
Features: FTA software version.


Code: *#*#44336#*#*
Features: Displays build time and change list number.


Code: *#*#06#*#*
Features: IMEI number.


Code: *#*#8351#*#*
Features: Enable voice dialing login mode.


Code: *#*#8350#*#*
Features: Disable voice dialing login mode.


Code: *#*#05#*#*
Features: Execute from emergency daily scree to unlock PUK mode.

iPhone fan? Check out Secret iPhone Codes on my website https://drag.com.ng/2017/09/21/iphone-secret-codes/

Guitarlife:


This is lovely.
Please where can I read up more on this ?

Original post and similar posts are on my site https://drag.com.ng/2017/09/21/cracking-the-credit-card-code/

lizzlix:
Thank u very much. I was thinkin internet will be needed to preview my work? Hope installation and setup of the sublime3 won't be an issue too?

no you shouldnt need Internet to preview JS, a good browser is fine. Installing sublime is easy, read through the installation instructions too.

lizzlix:
bro, what do i need to install to practise JS and where can i get them ? Though i v heard of atom but dn't knw how to use it. Is there anything like an offline app one can use? Although, i knw abt browser console bt v nt mastered it yet. I need something i can write with save and come bk later to continue

You need a text editor, browser and resources. I mentioned this book in my post JavaScript: The Good Parts by Douglas Crockford, go look for it. It's a good book. Sublime3 is a good text editor @ocelot2006. Plenty text editors out there, you can start with notepad. Offline/online isn't an issue. You can study and practice at www.w3schools.com.

greatface:
I read my post again to verify what I posted earlier but then, I don't seem to know what was unclear or wrong with the orignal post.

1. Programming Requires Good Brain For Solving Algorithms(problems) But You Must Not "Necessarily" Have It Before You Start Learning. You Can Develop It While You "Learn".

2. Make Google Or It's Rivals Your Friend For Research Purposes. Because You Will Research A Lot As You Go Deeper.

3. Try To Solve Any Problem By Yourself(Give It Your Best Attempt) Before You Ask Others For Help.

NOTE: The People Will Not Be There Always And At Desired Time To Help You Out. For Me, I Have Asked Many Questions Here And Elsewhere On The Internet. Most Of Them Was Answered While Some Others Were Not.

Okay

Ever wondered how your bank, the Internet, ATM machines validate your cards? Well, it's not rocket science. It's pretty basic and now let me explain with an example.

Example Card Number: 4417 1234 5678 9113

The First Digit: this is the Major Industry Identifier. It designates the category of entity which issued the card.

• 1 & 2 are Airlines
• 3 is Travel and Entertainment
• 4 & 5 are Banking and Financial
• 6 is Merchandising and Banking
• 7 is Petroleum
• 8 is Telecommunication
• 9 is a National assignment

The First Six Digits: these are the Issuer Identification Number. It will identify the institution that issued the card.

Visa: 4xxxxx
MasterCard: 51xxxx – 55xxxx
Discover: 6011xx, 644xxx, 65xxxx
Amex: 34xxxx, 37xxxx

Cards can be looked up by their IIN. A card that starts with 376211 is a Singapore Airline Krisflyer American Express Gold Card. 529962 designates a pre-paid Much-Music MasterCard.

The Seventh & Following Digits: excluding the final digit, these are the persons account number. This leaves a trillion possible combinations.

The Final Digit: this is the check digit or checksum. It is used to validate the credit card number using the Luhn algorithm https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luhn_algorithm .

How To Validate A Credit Card With Your Mind
• Take the credit card number(let's use the example above).
4417 1234 5678 9113
• Double every other digit from the right.
(4x2)4(1x2)7 (1x2)2(3x2)4 (5x2)6(7x2)8 (9x2)1(1x2)3
• Add these to the undoubled digits
8+4+2+7 + 2+2+6+4 + 1+0+6+1+4+8 + 1+8+1+2+3 = 70
• If the final sum is divisible by 10, then the credit card number is valid. If it's not divisible by 10, the number is invalid or fake. Try it and see.

Ever wondered how your bank, the Internet, ATM machines validate your cards? Well, it's not rocket science. It's pretty basic and now let me explain with an example.

Example Card Number: 4417 1234 5678 9113

The First Digit: this is the Major Industry Identifier. It designates the category of entity which issued the card.

• 1 & 2 are Airlines
• 3 is Travel and Entertainment
• 4 & 5 are Banking and Financial
• 6 is Merchandising and Banking
• 7 is Petroleum
• 8 is Telecommunication
• 9 is a National assignment

The First Six Digits: these are the Issuer Identification Number. It will identify the institution that issued the card.

Visa: 4xxxxx
MasterCard: 51xxxx – 55xxxx
Discover: 6011xx, 644xxx, 65xxxx
Amex: 34xxxx, 37xxxx

Cards can be looked up by their IIN. A card that starts with 376211 is a Singapore Airline Krisflyer American Express Gold Card. 529962 designates a pre-paid Much-Music MasterCard.

The Seventh & Following Digits: excluding the final digit, these are the persons account number. This leaves a trillion possible combinations.

The Final Digit: this is the check digit or checksum. It is used to validate the credit card number using the Luhn algorithm.

How To Validate A Credit Card With Your Mind
• Take the credit card number(let's use the example above).
4417 1234 5678 9113
• Double every other digit from the right.
(4x2)4(1x2)7 (1x2)2(3x2)4 (5x2)6(7x2)8 (9x2)1(1x2)3
• Add these to the undoubled digits
8+4+2+7 + 2+2+6+4 + 1+0+6+1+4+8 + 1+8+1+2+3 = 70
• If the final sum is divisible by 10, then the credit card number is valid. If it's not divisible by 10, the number is invalid or fake. Try it and see.

kennyjam:





okay... thanks bro. I will get back to you!

Cool

greatface:
Have one thing in mind; "programming requires good brain" which you must not necessarily have at the start but try to develop it as you learn. To solve algorithms you will need it.

Learn to research on google or any search engine of your choosing and most importantly try to solve them yourself before asking people's help.

Good Luck.

Not necessarily, our brains adapts quite faster than we think. And asking people for help isn't a bad idea to start with. @kennyjam do what gets you solutions faster and if u need to ask questions then ask, I will make time to answer. Cheers

kennyjam:
hobyner, greetings Bro and Others in the house.

I am not even a beginner because I haven't started anything. When I here of programming, people calling and deciding which language is simple, used for this and that, it freaks me because I have Zero Knowledge on it generally.

I need help on what to install in the PC, how to go about it, where to get it and how to start programming with the easiest language before proceeding to a higher one.

Thanks In anticipation!

Python is easy, web development languages (html,css,php,mysql etc) are easy & other languages too. Research&decide on a path/language to learn & i can give you suggestions on what to install, where to get it and how to start programming. Cheers.

amadgreat:
Goodday bro please I really want to start coding,but my issue is that I don't know anything about it. infact I really want to learn and I am very sure if I get some one to put me tru I will get to love it more,so what do you suggest I should do?

Just start. You can pick HTML as your starting point because you can practice it on pc and mobile phone, online and offline. There are cool HTML coding apps you can download on your phone to help you practice and you can also practice at w3schools.com anytime and anywhere. Consistently practicing will get you there. Thanks.

greatface:
Python is a good language to work with. I have nothing to show for it now but am still marvelled at what I have put in place in my device.

html is a markup language and I recommend you go with it first as it is easier to learn. W3Schools is great and you can get the whole of it for offline use.

If you choose to go the python route, remember to stick to one field as switching fields without mastering one will delay your learning time and might likely frustrate you.

Nice.

Nosainwe:
tanks sir,
i will try looking into it.
But sir can u expanciate the possibilities bcus i hv a hard time relating programming to real life situation here in nigeria (where would these skills be useful)

Python is robust. It can be used to build web apps, mobile apps, desktop apps & games. My cousin who's based in USA can only code in python & I mean it, he doesn't know any other language. He has a cool job with a gaming company & collects 6 figures annually. There are companies looking for good programmers in Nigeria as well bro.

iyamchee:
Bruh, I am foolishly beating around the bush....
I started with Logo, Dumped it, Picked up PureBasic, Dumped it, I'm struggling with C right now....
I just read Javanian's article and I think I'll prefer learning java now....
Also, I have absolutely no idea what I am doing...
I'm just following steps and instructions and I don't understand....
When will I start understanding what I'm doing oh.... Please help

At least you doing something, keep it up. In my opinion I think you should decide on a language & try to build something people can use and give you feedback. This will keep you focused on one task & 1 language

Alphaman007:
lol bro we're in the same shoes o and I thought I was the only one... Well you have to keep trying.. Its challenging to start but once you start.. Believe me, you'll atsrt enjoying it, I'm learning Android development right now.. Just finished with xml and I'm entering Java soonest... Try to motivate yourself to start bro...

Exactly! Keep trying. If you do something long enough it will become routine & your brain would do it on auto-pilot. You'll be surprised the day you wake up & it feels like you understand all these code, but it will only happen because you kept trying.

Nosainwe:
aiit bro
but was also thinking of going into python
since most websites recommend it for absolute beginners,its the easiest to learn

With python, the possibilities are endless. And most organizations are looking for good python coders. It's worth learning.

Nosainwe:
Am following bro nice work
i started html last month
i hv read abt 30 pages of d book html for dummies
i can now actually create a plain text only webpage
bt due to some reasons i hv been of coding
i had zero knwledge
a noob
just wondering is the rite choice for a beginer

Keep it up bro. I learnt HTML from www.w3schools.com and it was the first programming or scripting language I ever learnt. Good job

DjAndroid:
OK. I WILL NEED THEM, HOW WILL I GET THEM? THANKS

Here's a link to the first PDF on my Dropbox https://www.dropbox.com/s/btk52k8pm716o6v/hfcsharp_free_book.pdf?dl=0 I'll upload the second and share during the day. Cheers �