batistutajulio:


If it is true, then everybody will get a job easily. I don't know where you work but I am talking about software programming specifically.

Of course I am talking about software development jobs . Just be quite good at what you know and know it well . Opportunities abound .

Asour:


There's no such thing as 'Tech'.

What most Nigerians refer to when they say 'Tech' is Information technology & it's innovations.

This (IT) is a broad field that includes several subfields:

Analytics. (Data Analysis, Data Engineering, Business Intelligence, Machine Learning etc).
Cyber security/Cryptography
Web/Application development.
Enterprise /Information systems.
Blockchain development .

While non science students can get into tech, it's usually not too easy. It requires interest. Even science students without enough motivation do struggle — But it's possible.

Books, courses and Bootcamps are sources.of training.

Packt.com.
Leanpub.com
Nostarch.com are nice examples.

Good Analytics /Datasciency course can be found on Bluecourses.com too.

YouTube and codewithmosh.com are both fantastic.

Just decide on a path, choose a structured learning path and FOCUS.

After saying nothing like tech in Nigeria but IT, u proceeded to use tech in ur message

Is more of consistency than brain though. And yes anybody can code if they are committed and gets guidance because coding is a skill.

sweetjohn:
Everybody loves Tech but unfortunately, not everybody has the brain to learn tech as it comes with complexity and needs consistent learning and practicing. At a point you will even feel you are wasting your time. But it worth it if you have the brain to code and decode

Old story

Kizzygentle:

Thank you so much.

You can also search this on YouTube: Beginner's guide to ------------. You just fill in the space with that particular topic of interest. Examples; coding, grapich design, website design etc

following

Unclesamo:


The Solution is FREELANCING..

EARNING IN $$$ WHILE working. remotely.

Your clients are in the web space

Exactly. The world is going global. Someone in Nigeria can work in Canada or anywhere else in the world. This is not "story story" but something some of The Bulb Africa graduates are enjoying.

You can even check out some stories on LinkedIn.

But I'd like to clearly state that it's not the same for everybody. It will take you consistency and experience in the industry to benefit from the industry

Don’t allow anyone pressure you into tech if you don’t have the passion for it.

Personally what I do is encourage people to have soft skills that can make them work in the remote space. The secret is to earn in FCY.

$10/hr for a full-time job would automatically make you a millionaire in Naira.

Don’t go and start what you can’t finish o.

kenny714433:



My little experience in tech space has made me realise it's the big deal.

So I went out to learn Data Analysis to up my skills, I am now good in excel and Power BI. I haven't made any money from Data Analysis yet but I'm still working on getting there.

What I need now is a mentor in the field who can show me the way. In case there's anyone willing to help, I'm a fast learner and you won't regret having me.

Meanwhile, the money my classmates have made from 3D animation, I don't think I have seen any government worker earning like that. Just his PC costs him almost 2 million. He owns 2 luxury cars with his own duplex. And a young guy of 25yrs at most....
Modified: Any tech guy that works for Nigerian firm is either ignorant or plain stupid. So the issue of underpayment is out of it.

Kindly recommend best material or site to learn POWER BI. I have good knowledge of Excel and Excel Solver

Okay

sweetguy10:

I am very good with Jave , Core and Enterprise . I am very good and adept at software development .... I have 3 years of professional extensive software development , management and I have successfully lead two projects as the backend developer . How do I get online/remote gigs ? I need someone to please point them to me .

Thanks

With your experience, 3 years in Java and .NET (is that not what you meant by Core?), you're good to go with Turing and/or Crossover.
Their screening processes can be difficult, but you can always reapply after failing an attempt.

nasiest:
He can't learn from youtube. They are only scratching the surface there and marketing their company. Get a proper training. Dm me for details so you wouldn't make the same mistakes I made when I started learning.

No problem boss.
But let me share you my experience.. I was given a job by a client in USA.. While going through d job i noticed it beyond my scope as at dat time.. To my greatest surprise dat same client sent me d link to a youtube video that i can use to sort that part of the work. Said he is sure i will get it after watching d video nd i did after 2 days.I can show u all proofs...including our conversation. This a job i got for $1k plus.
So there are goldmine videos on youtube.. Yours is to know how to explore.

folake4u:
Tech this, Tech that!!!
Y'all Nigerians should rest. It is NOT for everybody.

I pity the gullible ones that will subject themselves to peer pressure and do it while being frustrated.

Give it a rest PLEASE!

Next!

As innnnnnnn!!

JustPowerApps:
The level of insanity in Nigeria is astonishing. To mediocre like una, tech is all about "computer software" and dollars in banks.

You aren't talking about AI-Powered Healthcare, Genomics, Agricultural Technology, renewable energy. To you tech is html, css, javascript and ui/ux and of course money and the girls

Especially THE GIRLS Idiot

Krismas:
Especially THE GIRLS Idiot

batistutajulio:


If it is true, then everybody will get a job easily. I don't know where you work but I am talking about software programming specifically.

It's actually easier to get a job as a programmer in a Bank, than getting a job as a Teller in the same Bank, if you have the required skills.

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BeanmanX:
What do u want to learn?...

Which do you think is better for me as a beginner?

Make person con teach me data analysis, abeg. E con be like say na only me no serious for this country

Make we gather chop this tech money, biko.

Maforgreats:

After saying nothing like tech in Nigeria but IT, u proceeded to use tech in ur message

Technology as a word means Applied science.

It has a broader application beyond the information space (IT).

Such fields as Biotechnology, Cancer Research, advanced Medical Engineering and Agricultural technology (not apps) are other unexplored areas in Nigeria. And they aren't lucrative here.

I'm Sorry for the way I said it.
I'm a bit tired of hearing people refering to IT say 'Tech' when they just mean app development.

He can go to YouTube and also use Google to solve his problem but after he must have gotten the basic foundation. I can tell you with my full chest that most videos you see on youtube are half baked knowledge and even some udemy courses will end up confusing you. I learned the hard way I can categorically give anyone a better advice on the best learning curve to take.There are problems that you can never find the solution on youtube. Cheers!!!

Anticrime77:


No problem boss.
But let me share you my experience.. I was giving a job by a client in USA.. While going through d job i noticed it beyond my scope as at dat time.. To my greatest surprise dat same client sent me d link to a youtube video that i can use to sort that part of the work. Said he is sure i will get it after watching d video nd i did after 2 days.I can show u all proofs...including our conversation. This a job i got for $1k plus.
So there are goldmine videos on youtube.. Yours is to know how to explore.

[You are right and hope Africa should explore to reduce banditery and kidnapping, meanwhile call me for your CCTV installation quote author=patthebulb post=116902211]In the same way that oil boomed in the 19th century, tech jobs are booming today.

We're talking about a $4 trillion industry with over 50% growth expected between 2020 and 2025. And guess what? It's not just about coding. Tech jobs are everywhere—from software development to user experience design and project management.

This means there will be plenty of opportunities for people who want to start their career in this field.

But where do you start? What steps should you take? How do you get a job in tech?

Keep this thread active for answers to all these questions [/quote]

nasiest:
Dm me and get details. My company train software developers. Is a three month intensive training where you learn by doing and your commitment is highly important and you may get placement if you did well. See you there.

He can't learn much in 3 months anyway. Not even if he doesn't sleep at all and always working round the clock.

Kizzygentle:
Actually... I need to learn this.. Please I am in my mid 30s and is it possible to learn and earn from it decently? Were do I start from as a total beginner? Can I also learn from YouTube and how long will it take me if I am very serious about it?

Bro, you are still very valid..

pocohantas:


As innnnnnnn!!

It's really irking at this point.

Bloombergcrypto:

Bro, you are still very valid..

Thank you..

Karnice600:

If you jump into tech just like people started selling recharge cards years ago because mama Ugo and Daddy Azeez said ''it's what is moving now'', you are OYO.
I spoke to a friend about robotics 12years ago and he said such things can't earn you money in Nigeria. Today lego/ arduino projects yapa full schools in Lekki.
If you aren't creative, you'll barely make a difference anywhere you are; tech or not.
Tech is huge. Its not just backend and front end. Talk of nanotech and biotech. They must all sync. The trick is find a way to sync with the growing realities of the future.

I have a friend I taught Blender, today he does cool stuff behind movie scenes. Earns a decent
sum and is not a salary earner too. Tech is anything that syncs with the digital leverage, solve problems and improve lives...
UI/UX guys, Figma or Sketch.., you seldom code or not, even though its an added advantage if you do. Reminds me of the Dreamweaver age; Drag and drops to design webpages.
Just do what you do well. Sync with the current realities and be futuristic. You see things and embark on them before others understand what you're doing. Learn from America, copy like China.

Pls, can u tell me more about this blender

Okay.

aliyuthayo:
If anyone needs a mentor in IT Networking and Security, holla at me.
NOT for FREE!

where is your location please

qanda:
HOW I SWITCHED CAREER TO SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT AND SECURED A FOREIGN REMOTE JOB.
…..After 8 Years Telecoms Engineering Career.

It is often said that Tech is the new oil and the future of work. The interest in a tech career has reached new heights in recent times due to the exciting opportunity of living in Nigeria and earning in foreign currency via remote work. As exciting as a remote job is, it takes determination to secure one. Here is an account of my transition to tech and remote work.

Upon graduation as an Electrical Engineer, my ambition was to practice my engineering craft in a multinational oil and gas or telecommunication firm. My career dream was fulfilled as I got employed by one of the Nigerian GSM operators shortly after graduation.

I had an engaging career as a telecoms engineer, but I needed more fulfilment and a better career prospect. I met a software developer at a friend’s wedding who enlightened me about his job and spoke about the prospects and financial gain. After meeting with the developer, I resolved to learn to code.

I started learning java using E-books. A notable E-book I used was: Java for dummies by Wiley Brand. It took a lot of effort and practice to grasp the OOP concepts. Several months into learning java, I decided to enrol for the Oracle Certified Associate Java Professional (OCAJP) exam to validate my skills. Preparations for the exam, lead to more research on java and a deep dive into algorithms. I wrote the Java exam in July 2015 and passed.

I took a break from coding for two years to focus on a master's degree. I however resumed and decided to learn android development after I connected with a senior android developer, who later became my mentor. I used the Newboston tutorial on youtube to learn android development. My experience in Java made it easier to learn android. However, I encountered a lot of brick walls along the way and I had to consult my senior android developer mentor. There were several times I almost gave up after encountering challenges, but I somehow managed to pull through. I did all my training while maintaining a full-time job as a telecoms engineer. I had to study and code in very uncomfortable and extreme conditions even while on active work responsibilities.

I needed to validate my skills with android projects and I needed a backend for the project. So I picked up PHP/MYSQL training. I went ahead to build the frontend and backend of a fully functional android app and hosted it on the google play store. Building a fully functional portfolio app was an integral part of my learning, as I had to learn several concepts, frameworks and best practices along the way.

In 2019, I decided to make a career switch to full-time software development. It was a very daunting task as all my over eight years of work experience was in telecoms engineering. It was difficult to prove that I had experience in software development even despite having a portfolio of a functional app. I kept applying for jobs for up to 2 years. While at it, I was taking up app development gigs. I wrote several tests and had several interviews until I finally got a job offer in 2021 with a Nigerian tech start-up. Job search could be very draining, but my advice to job seekers is never to give up. Keep honing your skills, take feedback from the interview process, and invest in constant CV review.

After working in the Nigerian startup for about 6 months, I decided to attempt the big one, which is a foreign remote Job. With my now relevant over 6 months full-time experience, I reshaped my CV and managed to present 5 years’ experience by framing my side gigs into experience. Getting a remote job is even more difficult than a local job, as you are competing with nationals from all over the world for the same opportunity. My focus was on android development and the recruitment process usually involved algorithm test and building a live project. I used LinkedIn a lot for my applications by setting notifications for android developer roles. I had several reject messages and frustration was setting in until I finally landed my first remote Job in April 2022.

The remote working experience is the dream of every software developer. It is a very herculean task and takes a lot of persistence and constant honing of your craft. It is however easier to get another remote job after the first. I am on my second remote job at the time of writing this article.

My advice to newbies in tech are as follows:

Read the full article and engage the author at the job test section (general subcategory) of Q and A App.

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sweetguy10:


Of course I am talking about software development jobs . Just be quite good at what you know and know it well . Opportunities abound .

You don't read well because if you, you would have seen the part where I say one can get a job if he is competent and even more highly. "Quite good" is so confusing because there are millions of good devs. Opportunities abound? Give all the devs on Nairaland a job before the end of the month.

He will be exposed to all the stacks that he needs to be full stack developer. Some people are fast learners so don't sleep on it.

DeOTR:

He can't learn much in 3 months anyway. Not even if he doesn't sleep at all and always working round the clock.