Knowledge and skills forum 1st mentorship class on transitioning in Tech By Yomi Olatunji

1. From Mathematics to
TECH
Your Journey to TECH

2. It is not enough to do your best:
you must KNOW what to do, and
THEN do your best.
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4. Activities of IT Workers
1 Analyzing
Gathers requirements, modifying computer
systems to improve production and
workflow, expanding systems.
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Designing
Web pages design, screen layouts, process
flows
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Programming
Writing code for computer software
4 Managing
Monitoring and controlling computer
systems
5 Troubleshooting and Support
Help Desk technicians and service workers
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5. Career Opportunities
Software developers
01
Software developers implement software
solutions by building programs, applications
and websites.
● Logical reasoning
● Object Oriented Programming
Language
● C#, Java, Javascript, Python
Mobile applications developer
02
They specialise in mobile technology such
as building apps for Google’s Android,
Apple’s iOS and Microsoft’s Windows
Phone platforms.
● The ability to learn quickly
● Kotlin, Swift, Javascript, Flutter, Java,
C#...
Web applications Developer
03
A web app developer is a software
designer or engineer who is involved in the
development and design of web and/or
network applications.
● PHP, Javascript, C#, Java
Web Designer (UX/UI)
04
Web Designers are responsible for
designing and building the interface,
navigation and aesthetic of websites for
businesses and clients.
● Figma, Html, CSS, Javascript, Adobe
Suite
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6. Career Opportunities
DevOps engineer
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DevOps engineers build, test and maintain
the infrastructure and tools to allow for the
speedy development and release of
software.
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● AWS, Azure, Python, Bash
Artificial Intelligence (AI) /
Machine Learning Engineer
07
AI engineers spend their time using big
data to train models involved in natural
language processing, economic
forecasting, and image recognition.
● Programming skills (learn Python, R)
● Knowledge of applied mathematics
Data Scientist
08
A data scientist turns raw data into valuable
insights that an organisation needs in order
to grow and compete.
● Programming skills (learn Python, R)
● Data Visualisation skills (Power BI,
Tableau)
Database Developer
05
Database developers build computer-based
storage options that can hold large sums of
information.
● MsSql, MySql, Oracle
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7. Career Opportunities
Quality Assurance Tester
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QA testers run various tests on software to
ensure it meets all standards and guidelines
and is ready to be marketed to consumers.
● Defect management tools, such as
Microsoft Test Manager (MTM) and
JIRA
● Basic programming knowledge
Data Analyst
09
Interpret data, analyze results using
statistical techniques and provide ongoing
reports
● Reporting packages like Business
Objects
● Databases
● Statistical package like Excel, SPSS,
SAS...
Project Manager
10
Oversees different initiatives or projects of
a business, monitors their progress and
completion, and ensures that they meet the
expectations of the clients.
● Project management methodology (
Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2, PRiSM, Six
Sigma…)
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8. Path to learning
● In school
● Coding BootCamp
● Self-taught
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9. Key Point
1. Have a vision. Dream big, start small
2. Learn the fundamental
3. Practice! Practice!! Practice!!!
4. Focus.
5. Build your portfolio
6. Network
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10. Community Groups
Google Developer Student Clubs
https://gdsc.community.dev/ladoke-akintola-university-
of-technology/
Microsoft Learn Student Ambassadors
https://studentambassadors.microsoft.com/
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11. Online Resources
● Codecademy
● Free Code Camp
● Coursera
● edX
● Khan Academy
● W3School
● Youtube
○ LearnCode.academy
○ thenewboston
○ Programming with Mosh
○ IAmTimCorey
○ Siraj Raval
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12. THANK
YOU
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