Thanks to the algorithm, you've just gained a subscriber! I'm transitioning from a natural science background to tech and I cannot express how invaluable your insight has been from watching this video. Thank you so much!!!
I'm thrilled to hear the video has been helpful as you transition into the tech industry-it's an exciting journey! I wish you all the best, and please feel free to reach out if there's any specific topic you'd like me to cover in the future. Welcome to the channel!
Oh yes! I have trained 3 developers since 2018, 2 have good jobs while the recent one is looking but is a great developer, he does all the back-end services for our startup, it's about time. I honestly believe this is the way we can help unemployed youth, train more and people and start businesses
Honestly, its people like you that make be still believe in the goodness of humanity. It's this perspective that will usher the youth and South Africa as a whole to a better future.
@@ayattolahgcwabethanks for that comment 🙏🏽 I think we all need to play a part to better the lives of our brothers and sisters, my vision is, in every city we had at least 1 successful startup, with the advancement of technology we will not only create jobs but also inspire others to create companies as well, it all starts with sharing knowledge 🙂
I'm pleased to hear that you're also focused on training and empowering individuals @mxdev. I agree that this is a highly impactful approach for creating opportunities and uplifting communities. Your initiatives are truly commendable, and it's encouraging to know that there are others working towards similar goals. Keep up the good work.
May this channel grow exponentially! Thank you for all your time & effort David. I am inspired to pick up and continue where I left off with my tech journey ❤
3:30 Yes! A video outlining the important/relevant Dev-Languages in South Africa would serve as a great guide. Thank You for bringing this to our attention.
Currently about to finish my hyperionDev boot camp, this is good news to hear. Thank you, Bro! I'm doing full stack web dev, its been a roller coaster ride. However its been a great learning journey, wouldn't trade it for nothing. Still learning and growing too.
That’s amazing-congrats on almost finishing your HyperionDev boot camp! 🎉 Full Stack Web Dev is such a rewarding (and yes, roller coaster!) journey. It’s awesome to hear how much you’re embracing the process and growth. Keep pushing forward-there’s always more to learn, and the ride only gets more exciting from here. Wishing you all the best as you continue to grow and achieve great things!
I’m glad you found the video encouraging. Breaking into tech can feel overwhelming as a novice, but trust me, with consistent learning and the right mindset, you’ll get there. If there’s a specific topic or skill you’d like me to cover to help you on your journey, let me know!
Maybe they want to pay less to self taught seeing as they have to retrain University graduates anyway. The stuff they learn at University is grossly outdated and insignificant.
You bring up an interesting perspective! It’s true that tech is constantly evolving, and sometimes university curriculums can lag behind the industry’s pace. However, both self-taught developers and university graduates bring unique strengths to the table-self-taught devs often have hands-on experience and resourcefulness, while university grads might have a strong theoretical foundation. In the end, the learning journey never stops, and staying adaptable is what really matters in this field!
Studying anything other than health sciences , art a Or computer science is useless. It's highly unlikely that you'd become a top 1% in your industry if you do anything else. Accounting is probably the worst thing that anything could choose to study.
I've said this before. In tertiary you learn alot of this that most of the time you don't need in corporate world . When you self teaching you focus on what's important and relevant hence most best hackers doesn't have a degree 🤷♂️
I just have 1 question, what are the skills that we lack as CS students? Especially since at some varsities like UJ you're also taught to be a software engineer by building a full scale web and mobile app. I keep hearing this be thrown around but so many of my classmates and I are struggling to get into workforce despite all this knowledge and skills we've picked up
"That’s such an important question-thanks for asking! 🎓 Education will still be highly valued, and Computer Science degrees will remain incredibly relevant-especially one from UJ, which is known for its strong tech programs. 🎓 UJ’s emphasis on building full-scale web and mobile applications is a great foundation for entering the workforce. That said, the current challenges many graduates face in finding jobs often go beyond technical knowledge. Here are a few key factors to consider: 1⃣ Bridging the Skills Gap: While universities provide a solid theoretical foundation, many companies prioritise applied skills like DevOps, cloud computing, data science, and cybersecurity. Expanding into certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, or CompTIA) You also need to do some real-world projects to complement your Portfolio. UJ’s graduates are among the best positioned to succeed in the South African tech industry. You’ve got the foundation-now it’s about tailoring your skills and strategies to the job market."
@davidtech024 thank you for the response. I hope this conversation can continue because I have a few more things I'd like to pick your brain based on this
Some of the best programmers I know don't have degrees and some of the worst I've seen have degrees 😅 Definitely a good change, provided the system is merit based
I don't know if you'll ever see this question but i am curious to enter the Software Engineering/ Cyber Security industry but have zero experience or knowledge, where would you suggest i start?
Co-ask there by Cyber Security>>>> [I on the other hand am taking the (free) 'Introduction to Cyber Security' course on CISCO. Honestly, it's been amazing! You'll also find quizzes, which are extremely helpful at bringing some of the concepts to life. Although there's a lot of content to cover & some tech jargon you're going to have to acquaint yourself with, I find it extremely valuable since I don't have any I.T. experience/background. I know it says that you'll take 6 hours to complete it on the website, unfortunately that hasn't been the case for me. I spent about 3/4 hours a day really engaging with the content. Its self-paced, so there's absolutely no need to rush. It's been about 6 days now and I'm done with the content, I'll be writing my exam tomorrow. Wish me luck!]
My personal view of this is that Companies may shift towards a skills-focused recruitment approach, prioritizing practical testing competencies, relevant certifications, and hands-on experience with tools such as Selenium or Postman, rather than placing primary emphasis on academic qualifications.
This video was inspired by a recent article on BusinessTech which can be found here: businesstech.co.za/news/business/806942/south-african-companies-plan-to-remove-degree-requirements-for-certain-jobs/
Great video, its good to hear the South African perspective. I am about to drop R77k on an hounors degree in Software Engineering. Maybe I should reconsider...
I just think SA employers are not keen on training new graduates or people that are pivoting into TECH , In my case I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology and have earned several industry certifications, including the Microsoft SC-200, CompTIA A+, Security+, and AWS CCP, but still struggling to get a SOC ROLE , even though I have a year in help desk , SA job Market is confusing, best thing is definitely knowing someone, networking works big time .
I think it will still definitely open doors for you and help you in your journey. Institutions provide opportunities that self-taught developers don't have. Just make sure you work hard don't just pass nje try to get a distinction here and there.
Don't get decived computer science is number 1 my guy just do projects trust me you will never work for government If you don't have cs degree or deploma
Trust me, that CS degree if from a reputable institution will teach you problem solving and critical thinking which I sometimes find lacking in self taught dev. You will quickly grow up the ladder in the industry as you will be able to tackle most new challenges thrown at you without having any affiliation to a particular language or tools
This is just my view of it: In the field of data analytics, practical skills, certifications, and portfolio projects often hold more weight than a formal degree. Employers increasingly prioritise hands-on experience with industry-standard tools like Python, SQL, and Tableau, recognising the value of applied expertise over academic credentials alone.
"Great question! I didn't know about PowerPlatform and had to do a bit of research and I came to this conclusion and the guys who work extensively on this can chip in: Low-code platforms like PowerPlatform are definitely making waves in the tech industry. They allow developers (and even non-developers) to create applications quickly without needing to write extensive code. This can be a game-changer for businesses looking to streamline processes or rapidly prototype ideas. For developers, it’s a great opportunity to expand your skill set and work alongside business teams to create solutions. However, while low-code platforms can accelerate development, they may not replace the need for traditional coding in more complex applications. It’s all about knowing when and where to leverage these tools effectively. Thanks for asking!"
It changes nothing because "Experience" has always been a problem, not degrees! companies don't want to spend a dime on training new employees, so nothing changes at all!
This may be “good” for the individual but it will impact the quality we produce. Our country is not at a place where we need to be dropping degrees. Argue with your former president who didn’t have a degree.
That's a valid point, I think the industry most likely to be affected by this shift will be IT and similar fields, where practical skills, certifications, and experience often matter. That said doesn't mean dropping standards.
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Thanks to the algorithm, you've just gained a subscriber! I'm transitioning from a natural science background to tech and I cannot express how invaluable your insight has been from watching this video. Thank you so much!!!
I'm thrilled to hear the video has been helpful as you transition into the tech industry-it's an exciting journey! I wish you all the best, and please feel free to reach out if there's any specific topic you'd like me to cover in the future. Welcome to the channel!
Oh yes!
I have trained 3 developers since 2018, 2 have good jobs while the recent one is looking but is a great developer, he does all the back-end services for our startup, it's about time.
I honestly believe this is the way we can help unemployed youth, train more and people and start businesses
Good morning @mxdev , do u offer training? If so I am interested.
@@MrLebohangk Are you on linkedIn? We can connect there and discuss further
Honestly, its people like you that make be still believe in the goodness of humanity. It's this perspective that will usher the youth and South Africa as a whole to a better future.
@@ayattolahgcwabethanks for that comment 🙏🏽 I think we all need to play a part to better the lives of our brothers and sisters, my vision is, in every city we had at least 1 successful startup, with the advancement of technology we will not only create jobs but also inspire others to create companies as well, it all starts with sharing knowledge 🙂
I'm pleased to hear that you're also focused on training and empowering individuals @mxdev. I agree that this is a highly impactful approach for creating opportunities and uplifting communities. Your initiatives are truly commendable, and it's encouraging to know that there are others working towards similar goals. Keep up the good work.
May this channel grow exponentially! Thank you for all your time & effort David. I am inspired to pick up and continue where I left off with my tech journey ❤
3:30 Yes! A video outlining the important/relevant Dev-Languages in South Africa would serve as a great guide. Thank You for bringing this to our attention.
I will definitely do.
Currently about to finish my hyperionDev boot camp, this is good news to hear. Thank you, Bro! I'm doing full stack web dev, its been a roller coaster ride. However its been a great learning journey, wouldn't trade it for nothing. Still learning and growing too.
That’s amazing-congrats on almost finishing your HyperionDev boot camp! 🎉 Full Stack Web Dev is such a rewarding (and yes, roller coaster!) journey. It’s awesome to hear how much you’re embracing the process and growth. Keep pushing forward-there’s always more to learn, and the ride only gets more exciting from here. Wishing you all the best as you continue to grow and achieve great things!
"2-3 years of experience" for a JUNIOR ROLE
They should also drop "years of experience" as requirements
I fully concur
Thank you for this. Please do expand on the languages used it different fields.
Thanks for this upload bhuti, I'm working to break into tech. This is encouraging and informing as a complete novice.
I’m glad you found the video encouraging. Breaking into tech can feel overwhelming as a novice, but trust me, with consistent learning and the right mindset, you’ll get there. If there’s a specific topic or skill you’d like me to cover to help you on your journey, let me know!
Maybe they want to pay less to self taught seeing as they have to retrain University graduates anyway. The stuff they learn at University is grossly outdated and insignificant.
You bring up an interesting perspective! It’s true that tech is constantly evolving, and sometimes university curriculums can lag behind the industry’s pace. However, both self-taught developers and university graduates bring unique strengths to the table-self-taught devs often have hands-on experience and resourcefulness, while university grads might have a strong theoretical foundation. In the end, the learning journey never stops, and staying adaptable is what really matters in this field!
Studying anything other than health sciences , art a
Or computer science is useless.
It's highly unlikely that you'd become a top 1% in your industry if you do anything else.
Accounting is probably the worst thing that anything could choose to study.
I've said this before. In tertiary you learn alot of this that most of the time you don't need in corporate world . When you self teaching you focus on what's important and relevant hence most best hackers doesn't have a degree 🤷♂️
Great video David. Please expand on the programming Languages for industry
I will definitely do.
Good evening Guys, i'm currently studying at ALX doing Backend Web development with Python, Django, and SQL
@@chocthephotographer3226 Thank you for the plug 🫂
I just have 1 question, what are the skills that we lack as CS students? Especially since at some varsities like UJ you're also taught to be a software engineer by building a full scale web and mobile app. I keep hearing this be thrown around but so many of my classmates and I are struggling to get into workforce despite all this knowledge and skills we've picked up
"That’s such an important question-thanks for asking! 🎓 Education will still be highly valued, and Computer Science degrees will remain incredibly relevant-especially one from UJ, which is known for its strong tech programs. 🎓 UJ’s emphasis on building full-scale web and mobile applications is a great foundation for entering the workforce.
That said, the current challenges many graduates face in finding jobs often go beyond technical knowledge. Here are a few key factors to consider:
1⃣ Bridging the Skills Gap:
While universities provide a solid theoretical foundation, many companies prioritise applied skills like DevOps, cloud computing, data science, and cybersecurity. Expanding into certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, or CompTIA)
You also need to do some real-world projects to complement your Portfolio.
UJ’s graduates are among the best positioned to succeed in the South African tech industry. You’ve got the foundation-now it’s about tailoring your skills and strategies to the job market."
@davidtech024 thank you for the response. I hope this conversation can continue because I have a few more things I'd like to pick your brain based on this
@@davidtech024 great question, disappointing answer.
You say get certified but you also say self-taught developers can get a job..wtf
@@luisareys6831 He has to use AI to respond to questions. So sad.
Some of the best programmers I know don't have degrees and some of the worst I've seen have degrees 😅 Definitely a good change, provided the system is merit based
I don't know if you'll ever see this question but i am curious to enter the Software Engineering/ Cyber Security industry but have zero experience or knowledge, where would you suggest i start?
Co-ask there by Cyber Security>>>> [I on the other hand am taking the (free) 'Introduction to Cyber Security' course on CISCO. Honestly, it's been amazing! You'll also find quizzes, which are extremely helpful at bringing some of the concepts to life. Although there's a lot of content to cover & some tech jargon you're going to have to acquaint yourself with, I find it extremely valuable since I don't have any I.T. experience/background. I know it says that you'll take 6 hours to complete it on the website, unfortunately that hasn't been the case for me. I spent about 3/4 hours a day really engaging with the content. Its self-paced, so there's absolutely no need to rush. It's been about 6 days now and I'm done with the content, I'll be writing my exam tomorrow. Wish me luck!]
Check out this video: ua-cam.com/video/3xF3BDFvqrI/v-deo.html
@@davidtech024 Thank you this is really helpful.
How do you think this will impact the quality assurance field? Do you think some companies will drop degree requirements for software testers as well?
My personal view of this is that Companies may shift towards a skills-focused recruitment approach, prioritizing practical testing competencies, relevant certifications, and hands-on experience with tools such as Selenium or Postman, rather than placing primary emphasis on academic qualifications.
Question David, will the salary for each position decrease?
Hi @vampfoxilli7127 At this stage, it’s hard to predict exactly, but we will need to see how things evolve. The tech industry is dynamic
What are those companies's names in south africa?
This video was inspired by a recent article on BusinessTech which can be found here: businesstech.co.za/news/business/806942/south-african-companies-plan-to-remove-degree-requirements-for-certain-jobs/
Thank you very much
Great video, its good to hear the South African perspective. I am about to drop R77k on an hounors degree in Software Engineering. Maybe I should reconsider...
I just think SA employers are not keen on training new graduates or people that are pivoting into TECH , In my case I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology and have earned several industry certifications, including the Microsoft SC-200, CompTIA A+, Security+, and AWS CCP, but still struggling to get a SOC ROLE , even though I have a year in help desk , SA job Market is confusing, best thing is definitely knowing someone, networking works big time .
are you working tho with those certs besides soc
@@thatotladi4271 I am not working in tech
what does this mean for me who is pursuing a CS degree? 😂
I think it will still definitely open doors for you and help you in your journey. Institutions provide opportunities that self-taught developers don't have. Just make sure you work hard don't just pass nje try to get a distinction here and there.
And create project to show show that you can code relax life project.
Don't get decived computer science is number 1 my guy just do projects trust me you will never work for government If you don't have cs degree or deploma
Have projects 🤭🤭🤭
Trust me, that CS degree if from a reputable institution will teach you problem solving and critical thinking which I sometimes find lacking in self taught dev. You will quickly grow up the ladder in the industry as you will be able to tackle most new challenges thrown at you without having any affiliation to a particular language or tools
What about Data Analytics
This is just my view of it: In the field of data analytics, practical skills, certifications, and portfolio projects often hold more weight than a formal degree. Employers increasingly prioritise hands-on experience with industry-standard tools like Python, SQL, and Tableau, recognising the value of applied expertise over academic credentials alone.
@davidtech024 thank you 🙏, I am currently studying Data Analytics through ALX. So I wanted to know if I am in the right path❤️
@DavidTech whats your take on Low code development such as PowerPlatform?
"Great question! I didn't know about PowerPlatform and had to do a bit of research and I came to this conclusion and the guys who work extensively on this can chip in:
Low-code platforms like PowerPlatform are definitely making waves in the tech industry. They allow developers (and even non-developers) to create applications quickly without needing to write extensive code. This can be a game-changer for businesses looking to streamline processes or rapidly prototype ideas.
For developers, it’s a great opportunity to expand your skill set and work alongside business teams to create solutions. However, while low-code platforms can accelerate development, they may not replace the need for traditional coding in more complex applications. It’s all about knowing when and where to leverage these tools effectively. Thanks for asking!"
It changes nothing because "Experience" has always been a problem, not degrees! companies don't want to spend a dime on training new employees, so nothing changes at all!
This may be “good” for the individual but it will impact the quality we produce. Our country is not at a place where we need to be dropping degrees. Argue with your former president who didn’t have a degree.
That's a valid point, I think the industry most likely to be affected by this shift will be IT and similar fields, where practical skills, certifications, and experience often matter. That said doesn't mean dropping standards.
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