Nigeria Dojo

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Learning about open-source tech in Nigeria can be a challenging task, but with the right resources and information, you can easily get started. Here are some tips to get you started:

  1. Join the Nigerian Open Source Community: The Nigerian Open Source Community is a group of tech enthusiasts who are passionate about open-source technologies. By joining this community, you will have access to resources, knowledge, and support from other members.

  2. Attend Tech Conferences and Events: Attending tech conferences and events is an excellent way to learn about open-source tech in Nigeria. You will have the opportunity to meet other tech enthusiasts, network, and learn from experts in the field.

  3. Follow Blogs and Social Media Pages: There are several blogs and social media pages that focus on open-source tech in Nigeria. By following these pages, you will get the latest news and updates on open-source tech in Nigeria.

  4. Read Open Source Books: There are several books on open-source technology that you can read to learn more about the subject. Some notable books include “Open Source Intelligence Techniques” by Michael Bazzell, “The Cathedral & the Bazaar” by Eric S. Raymond, and “The Open-Source Everything Manifesto” by Robert David Steele.

  5. Notable Technologists from Nigeria Throughout History:

  • Philip Emeagwali: A computer scientist, mathematician, and engineer, Philip Emeagwali is widely regarded as the father of the internet. He is known for his contributions to the development of the supercomputer and his work on the development of the Connection Machine.

  • Nkemjika Kalu: Nkemjika Kalu is a software developer and the founder of LearnFactory, a software development school in Lagos, Nigeria. He is known for his contributions to the development of open-source software and his work on promoting technology education in Nigeria.

  • Chika Nwobi: Chika Nwobi is a technology entrepreneur and investor. He is the founder of L5Lab, a tech incubator, and the co-founder of MTech Communications, a leading mobile content provider in Nigeria.

  • Temitope Omotayo: Temitope Omotayo is a software engineer and the founder of Lekki Peninsula Affordable Schools, a non-profit organization that provides affordable education to children in Lagos, Nigeria. He is known for his contributions to the development of open-source software and his work on promoting technology education in Nigeria.

  • Oluwaseyi Oluwabummi: Oluwaseyi Oluwabummi is a software engineer and the founder of the Flobyt Wi-Fi service, a free Wi-Fi service in Nigeria. He is known for his contributions to the development of open-source software and his work on promoting technology education in Nigeria.

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