Software Development - @iLabAfrica

27Feb 2025 by @iLabAfrica No Comments

How One Man Embraced Lifelong Learning

Patrick Muguku embodies the idea of being a lifelong learner and his journey is a testament to the power of curiosity and adaptability. His adventure began with a music degree. Several years later, he ventured into farming before relocating to the USA to become a certified nurse. In 2013, he returned to Kenya to revive his farming and homeschool his children. His thirst for knowledge didn’t stop there when his daughter pursued a Software Development Certificate at @iLabAfrica and he joined her to deepen his understanding. His story is one of relentless learning, reinvention, and the pursuit of knowledge across diverse fields. Patrick Muguku’s lifelong pursuit of knowledge is driven by a deep desire to make a difference in the world. “I went into nursing because I had been a…

22Oct 2024 by @iLabAfrica No Comments

Tony Ombaso’s Journey from Feature Phones to Global Recognition

Artificial Intelligence, Software Development

Tony Ombaso, a rising star in the world of software engineering, clinched one of the most prestigious academic honours of the year. As a Junior Software Engineer at Strathmore @iLabAfrica, Tony has been named the Regional Winner in Computer Science at the highly competitive Global Undergraduate Awards for his thesis, ‘A Deep Learning Model for the Segmentation and Classification of Melanoma Skin Lesions.’ This achievement places him among the brightest minds in academia, as the Global Undergraduate Awards spotlight top-tier undergraduate research from around the world. Where it all began? In a modest Kenyan boarding school, the seeds of Tony’s passion for computer science were planted. Devoid of smartphones or constant access to technology, students had to make do with a single feature phone for communication. Yet, from this simple…

27Sep 2024 by @iLabAfrica No Comments

@iLabAfrica Graduates Software Programmers in Celebration of World Programmers’ Day

Software Development

World Programmers Day, celebrated annually on September 13th (or September 12th during leap years), originated in Russia in 2009. This day honors the brilliant minds dedicated to developing the software and systems that power our daily lives. The date is significant in the programming world, as it marks the 256th day of the year – a number representing the distinct values that can be represented with an eight-bit byte. In celebration of the day, @iLabAfrica- Strathmore University proudly graduated its second cohort of software development students for 2024, empowering a new generation of programmers ready to make their mark in the tech industry. Launched in March 2021, this intensive four-month program offers rigorous front-end and back-end development training. Participants learn essential skills to design, develop, test, and maintain robust web…

29May 2024 by @iLabAfrica 1 Comment

From Student to Developer: @iLabAfrica’s Certificate Programme shaping the future of Software Development

Software Development

On Friday 17th May 2024, the @iLabAfrica graduated its first cohort of the Software Development program. The day was filled with joy, laughter, and an overall sense of triumph as they gathered for their graduation. The cafeteria was specially decorated with vibrant school cues, complimenting the students dressed to the nines for their special day. The event commenced with opening remarks by Mr. Ivan Bunyali, Program Coordinator at the Executive Education Department, who set the tone of celebration reminiscing on how each student had their expectations and goals when they signed up for the program. He congratulated them on their tenacity when enduring the long nights to meet assignments alongside their project deadlines and their ability to come together as a class regardless of their individual goals. He urged…

28Mar 2024 by @iLabAfrica No Comments

@iLabAfrica Training Prospective Individuals in the Field of Software Development

Executive Education, Software Development

The software development industry is one of the fastest-growing industries of our time. As the demand for technology and automated services grows, so does the need for high-quality software developers. Despite the high demand for software developers, there is a shortage of individuals with the necessary expertise to fill these roles. Recognizing this critical gap, @iLabAfrica-Strathmore University is committed to addressing this shortage by offering a top-tier training program in Software Development. The Software Development course aims to bridge this gap by providing comprehensive training that equips students with the necessary skills for success in the industry. @iLabAfrica-Strathmore University has assembled a team of experienced instructors who are industry professionals and has designed a curriculum that covers the latest technologies and best practices in software engineering. This course is geared…

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