5 things you should know about the tech industry

There is a lot more to the tech industry than we realize. There are many opportunities to explore in the industry and many misconceptions to dispel; there are also some dynamics to understand, the knowledge of which can help you make smart investments in the tech industry. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares 5 things you should know about the tech industry.

The Industry is Not all About Coding

The tech industry consists of a lot more than coding. There are lot of jobs and technical skills available in the tech industry aside coding and programming, some of which include: design, data analysis, setting up systems and processes, project management, technical writing, web hosting and so on.

Proficiency in Coding Does Not Depend on How Good You are at Math or Science

Coding is about problem solving and logic, and you will find that some of the best coders admit to not being good at or even liking math or science. In fact, coding is easier learned by those coming from backgrounds or professions where problem-solving skills, as well as attention to detail, are involved.

There is Room for Creativity

Most people associate technical jobs like those in the tech industry, with a lack of creativity. However, the tech industry is all about finding creative ways to solve the world’s tech problems. Aside the data science field in the tech industry, there is also a design field that relies on creativity to come up with attractive phone and laptop designs, as well as website designs and other tech designs we see.

The Tech Industry is Not Entirely Male Dominated

It is true that a large percentage of the tech industry is made up of men, but the industry is not completely male dominated. For example, the data science field of the tech industry is mostly made up of men, but the design fields have a larger percentage of women. As much as there might be a lot of men in the tech industry, there is still room for women who are passionate about tech.

Profit Margins Really Matter

In the tech industry, competition tends to be fierce and this makes it difficult for companies to maintain their profit margins over the long term. This can lead to disastrous results for investors, as a result investors are very particular about profit margins. Therefore, before buying stocks in the tech industry, investors carefully consider if the company will be able to maintain its pricing power over the long term.

How To Check Your 2017 UTME Result For Free

JudgePrinceHub learnt that the 2017 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results are being released in batches and so while some result are already online, some aren’t. For those whose results have been uploaded on the UTME website, follow the steps below as released by Premium Times, to check your result for free

1. Visit JAMB portal at http://www.jamb.org.ng/ResultChecker/CheckUTMEResults

2. Login with your Email and Password.

3. Click on ‘Result Notification’ from the list of services, or you should find a box that says “Check 2017 UTME Examination Results”

4. Click on it to access your JAMB score

Not all the results have been released as jamb is releasing results in batches.

Jamb is releasing the result in batches so if you find something like ‘No Result’, don’t worry, it just means your result is yet to be uploaded, you can check later. However, if you want to print your result slip out, you can follow the instructions below:

1. Visit http://www.jamb.org.ng/printslip.htm.

2. You shall be required to create a profile via the Sign Up (New User) Page if you are a new user. For existing users, simply type in your login details. (To create your profile, you will provide your valid email address, surname, first name, Mobile No, State and LGA of Origin and password, then click on the Sign Up button. Each candidate is entitled to only one profile.)

3. Then, you can use your email address and password to sign in.

4. Once logged in, you will be taken to the landing page where you will see all available services.

5. Select “Print Result Slip”. This is available on the sidebar or on the Home page.

6. Once you select this service, a Transaction ID is generated for this service. This will be displayed on the confirmation page screen.

7. Review the details displayed on the Confirmation Page. Also, note the Transaction ID displayed in a bold red font. The Transaction ID is useful for all future references concerning the Transaction. A copy of this transaction ID will be sent to your registered email address.

8. Click on the Continue button if you wish to pay with your card immediately. If you wish to use other payment channels like ATM, Cash at the Bank or Quickteller, please note the transaction ID as it will be required.

9. On the Interswitch Payment page, enter your card details and click on the Pay button.

10. The status of your payment will be displayed on the “My Payment Section”. An SMS and email containing your unique Transaction Identification and payment status will be sent to you after payment. Click on the Continue button.

11. Once payment is completed, you will be asked to provide the following:

a. Year of Exam and

b. JAMB Registration Number.

12. Print your result slip

Meanwhile, a 21-year-old candidate of the on-going JAMB exam in Nasarawa state has been arrested by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in one of the centres for being in possession of firearms.

Confirming the arrest, Mr Bashir Lawal-Kano, the state commandant of the NSCDC told journalists in Lafia on Thursday, May 18 that the suspect was arrested at the Nasarawa state Polytechnic centre during a search at the entrance to the hall.

The NSCDC boss said the suspect was arrested on Tuesday, May 16, after he was found to be in possession of a locally-made pistol and two rounds of live ammunition.