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May 12, 2023

Karibu, ALX 2023 Learners!

4 programmes. 30,000 learners. 8 cities across Africa. The ALX community spent Karibu onboarding week in grand style! Here are the highlights.

Community Initiatives, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa,

February 10, 2023

How To Accelerate Your Career in Tech: A Q&A with Kavi Ramburn, Director of Talent Readiness at ALX

What are the most critical competencies that will determine your success in the future of work? We spoke with Kavi Ramburn to find out how ALX is pushing new frontiers in talent readiness.

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May 3, 2023

What It Takes to Succeed as a Software Engineer: Spotlight on Solomon Kebede, 2022 ALX SE Challenge Winner

Find out what Solomon Kebede learnt about success en route to winning the 2022 ALX SE challenge and ultimately graduating from the ALX SE programme.

Ethiopia, Meet Our Learners, Software Engineering,

April 25, 2023

Like Gold: Silvia Muthangya on the Value of the Gold Fellowship

When asked what the Gold Fellowship meant to her, Sylvia Muthangya remarked, "It feels like gold... and a space where I can only succeed." Read on to find out why.

Cloud Computing, Kenya, Meet Our Learners, Software Engineering, The ROOM Fellowship,

April 7, 2023

Data: Your Next Big Opportunity

ALX hosted a Twitter Spaces chat with ExploreAI to discuss opportunities in the data industry. Here is a recap of part 1 of the conversation.

Careers of the Future, Community Initiatives, Data Analytics, Data Science,

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May 1, 2023

A Beginner’s Guide to Software Engineering

Discover the fundamentals of software engineering, including the types, processes, required skills, career opportunities and more.

Careers of the Future, Software Engineering,

March 24, 2023

What is Salesforce and How Can I Learn How to Use it?

Learn how to master Salesforce, the cloud-based platform that gives businesses a complete view of their customers, with ALX's certification programme.

Careers of the Future, Salesforce Administrator,

March 13, 2023

What’s the Difference Between Data Analytics and Data Science?

The terms “data analytics” and “data science” are often used interchangeably, but there are major differences between them. Find out what they are.

Careers of the Future, Data Analytics, Data Science,

February 9, 2023

Leading from Within: How ALX is Creating a New Generation of Problem Solvers in Ethiopia

ALX is responding to the needs of young African talent in Ethiopia through opportunity, access and exposure.

Careers of the Future, Community Initiatives, Ethiopia, Meet Our Learners, Software Engineering, The ROOM Fellowship,

Womxn & Tech

Witness HerStory in the Making

April 4, 2023

What’s Keeping Women Out of Data Science?

Today, women account for only 20% of all data science professionals. We dive into some of the reasons why, and how ALX is bridging the gender data gap.

Careers of the Future, Data Science, Women in Tech,

March 8, 2023

Don’t Be Afraid to Lean Into Your Power

Healthtech entrepreneur Vivian Nwakah on technology's role as a key disruptor for women's entrepreneurial success.

Founder Features, Leaders in Tech, Nigeria, Women in Tech,

March 7, 2023

Be Bold. Lead Tech: The Most Inspiring Women of ALX

In honour of International Women’s Day 2023, we’re shining a spotlight on the amazing women of the ALX community – our learners, graduates, mentors, and the women working magic behind the scenes at ALX.

Community Initiatives, Egypt, Ethiopia, Founder Features, Ghana, Kenya, Leaders in Tech, Meet Our Learners, Nigeria, South Africa, Women in Tech,

March 6, 2023

How to Close the Digital Gender Gap:
A Conversation with Paula Ingabire

Rwanda’s Minister of ICT and Innovation, Paula Ingabire, on the country’s efforts to transform the technology landscape, and encourage women to claim their place in tech.

Leaders in Tech, Rwanda, Women in Tech,

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April 26, 2023

Phyllis the Philomath Is on a Lifelong Learning Journey With Tech

Is it possible to balance a full-time job with a Software Engineering programme at ALX? Phyllis Laryea shares her secret.

Ghana, Meet Our Learners, Software Engineering, Women in Tech,

April 19, 2023

The Gold Fellowship: Where Career Excellence Is the Norm

ALX SE alum Jilks Smith shares his tech journey and experience as a member of the newly launched, exclusive community of top tech professionals – The Gold Fellowship.

Kenya, Meet Our Learners, Software Engineering, The ROOM Fellowship,

April 12, 2023

ALX: The Lifeblood of Tech Careers, According to Cloud DevOps Engineer Zacharia Njiraini

A year ago, Cloud DevOps Engineer Zacharia Njiraini was unsure where his tech career was going. After completing ALX's programme, he's become more confident than ever before.

Cloud Computing, Kenya, Meet Our Learners, The ROOM Fellowship,

March 10, 2023

The Mom Who Codes: A Spotlight Feature on Mayen Kalu, Winner of the ALX Challenge

‘Biochemist in Tech’ Mayen Kalu, from Nigeria, shares her experience in the ALX Software Engineering programme and her desire to add value to the world through tech.

Meet Our Learners, Nigeria, Software Engineering, Women in Tech,

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