Author: Maseehullah Kathrada
About the Computer Programming Aptitude Test by The University of Kent
Aptitude tests for computing jobs broadly fall into three groups: A standard battery of tests assessing competencies such as numerical reasoning, logical reasoning and non-verbal reasoning which are required in technical computing jobs. A hybrid test comprising of elements involving logical reasoning, numerical problem solving, pattern recognition, ability to follow complex procedures and attention to detail. Neither of these first two types of test require any knowledge of programming A programming simulation involving pseudo-code, control structures (e.g. loops), look-up tables, sets, arrays, boolean true/false, looping and other programming structures. These are given to experienced programmers to assess their competence. The test given here is a hybrid test (type 2 above). Hybrid tests involve: Logical thinking and problem solving. Numerical problem solving is analogous to the trouble shooting required in programming Pattern and syntax recognition. Involves recognizing similarities and differences in strings of characters and numbers, understanding graphical representations of procedures and symbols, finding which element does not match the corresponding elements and information checking and attention to detail: a single misplaced semi-colon or bracket can crash a program. Ability to follow complex procedures. Involves following coded instructions and rules, sequencing events into a logical order, sorting and manipulating lists of items according to specific instructions, deciding how one set of instructions affects another and interpreting flow diagrams. Other attributes required by programmers and other computing professionals Time management. Creativity. Teamwork. Determination Clear, concise documentation: software development involves writing things down and looking them up again. Ability to quickly learn new skills and update existing ones by teaching yourself. Also a receptivity to new ideas: computing is a fast changing environment! Programmers also need to be reasonably quick coders, although accuracy is more important than speed.
App Bootcamp
Join us for an App Bootcamp near you Thinking of a career in App Development? Here’s your chance! Award-winning app developers Bilal and Maseeh will be running a 5-day face-to-face App Bootcamps in all major cities around South Africa. Learn from these two experienced developers how to code, build, and deploy your own apps to a mobile device. You will learn: How to design an app How to code in 3 languages – HTML, CSS and JavaScript How to debug your code and check for errors How to design and build an app with code How to deploy your app to an Apple or Android device How to start an app business Price Full 5-day course for only R9500.00 Level This is a beginner level course. You do not need any prior coding experience. What’s included All learning materials and access to online content for revision. Daily lunch is included. Schedule There are currently no Bootcamps scheduled. Frequently asked quesions Register now – limited spaces available! Leave us your details and we’ll get in touch 😀
Webinar – Talking Entrepreneurship
With Bilal Kathrada – Founder / CEO IT Varsity Iman Faith Malaka – Telecoms CEO: www.tic-it.co.za Nkosinathi Mahlangu – Portfolio Head, Youth Employment Momentum Metropolitan Holdings IT varsity is hosting its free hour-long monthly lunchtime “Cuppa Java with Bilal” webinar on Wednesday 30 September chatting to both Iman Faith Malaka – Telecoms CEO: www.tic-it.co.za and Nkosinathi Mahlangu – Portfolio Head, Youth Employment Momentum Metropolitan Holdings, looking at current entrepreneurship challenges and opportunities. The webinar will take the form of a three-way conversation between Bilal Kathrada and his guests looking at the many facets of entrepreneurship, in particular for young people, and particularly around opportunities in technology. Iman Faith Malaka calls herself a Muslimah, mother, foodie and traveller with a focus of building a legacy for Africa through technology. She is CEO of www.tic-it.co.za and a co-founder member and majority shareholder of TIC-IT Telecoms. Iman has over 15 years’ experience in the telecoms sector. She has held various roles in organisations such as MTN, Accenture and Vodacom amongst others. Her extensive skills set include areas such as Business Intelligence (BI), Business Analysis, Business Process Management, Customer Value Management (CVM), Billing Assurance, Mobile Applications and Business Management Consulting. Iman has an affinity for detail and new technologies coupled with a strong passion for developing people around her. Iman will be joined by Nkosinathi Mahlangu who is Portfolio Head: Youth Employment at Momentum Metropolitan Holdings. He has walked the CSI path for almost 10 years and still has the appetite to learn. Coming from an IT background makes it easier for him to understand how digital skills can help unlock opportunities for the youth of South Africa. Working in the development space has presented him with the opportunity to be part of the solution in bridging the socio-economic development gap in the South African context. Every month Bilal Kathrada, founder / CEO of IT varsity, carefully selects a guest (in this case two) who will add value particularly to men and women looking at starting a new career or building their skills set. Previously he has hosted trend specialist and author, John Sanei and international voice artist, Tasia Valenza. Over the past few months, the world has changed in ways we never imagined pre-Lockdown. Increasingly our work, our leisure, our way of connecting with others, our way of doing business, and our ways of sharing info – is all online. Our devices have become our gateway to the world at a time when face-to-face interaction has not been possible. Durban based IT varsity’s mission is to be South Africa’s premier lab of IT learning and development. They are creating products which respond to the galloping speed of evolution in how we engage with technology. They offer world class time-intensive coding courses that can be completed in one year. The APP Empire course is currently free where candidates will learn how to identify, build and run winning App ideas. WHEN? 30 September 2020 from 1:00pm WHERE? Zoom (a link will be emailed to you before the event) HOW MUCH? Nothing, it’s for FREE! Register now – limited spaces available!
East Coast Radio: How to best prepare for a post-COVID-19 economy?
What do you think the world will look like post COVID-19? No one really knows. Darren Maule speaks to author of best-sellers ‘What’s Your Moonshot?’ and ‘FOREsight’, John Sanei, who has travelled the globe to discover the secret to uplifting communities.
Webinar – How Can I Succeed in a Post COVID-19 Economy?
Join IT varsity founder, Bilal Kathrada, and John Sanei, as they answer these hard-hitting questions, and give their views on this new and uncertain future, and the opportunities it presents for careers and business.