Interviewee

It's important to study the job market before choosing your field of study — understanding which skills and departments are in demand can help you make better decisions about your career. But at the same time, it's just as important to follow your passion.

Just because a certain field is known for being lucrative doesn’t mean you’ll be successful in it — if you're not truly interested in what you're doing, it’ll be hard to stay motivated or grow.

For students interested in tech, my advice is to consider shorter tech programs or departments that don't take too many years to complete. The truth is, what you learn in university is often just the basics. Most of your real learning happens through self-study and on-the-job experience. Getting into the industry early  even with a smaller academic background  can often be more valuable than spending years in a long program.

In short: understand the market, follow your passion, and don’t wait too long to start gaining real-world experience.

Interviewer

Yeah your response was really insightful. here’s my next question. Many computing students including myself tend to shift focus after joining the department. We often shy away from classes and grades, choosing instead to prioritize self-learning and building projects. As a result, our academic performance sometimes takes a hit. But you’ve managed to excel both academically and in your skill development. What mindset or strategies helped you strike that balance?

Interviewee

This is just my personal perspective: I’ve been a high scorer since high school, and I think what helped me most was not just studying hard, but learning how to study effectively. I usually prepare for exams the day before, and although I don’t always attend every class, I try to pay close attention to what the teacher emphasizes  that gives me a sense of what really matters.

That said, I don’t recommend focusing too much on grades. They don’t necessarily reflect your true potential, especially in the tech world. Instead, I believe you should focus on building projects. That’s what really pays off  projects are what sharpen your skills, build your confidence, and make you stand out in the job market.

Interviewer

Good,my next question is:
Some people in the field say that attending university is a waste of time. What are your thoughts on the value of university education in the field of programming?

Interviewee

This is still my personal take, and I believe it really depends on the individual.

If someone is self-motivated, disciplined, and capable of learning on their own, then leaving university to focus on building a career might actually be the right move. It can give you the time and freedom to pursue real-world projects and grow faster in the industry.

However, if you're not that dedicated or consistent, it becomes a risky path. University provides structure, a safety net, and a more guided learning environment  which some people need.

Also, if you ever plan to participate in research, publish academic papers, or apply for international scholarships, then having a degree is essential. In those cases, formal education is not just helpful  it’s a requirement.

So in the end, it’s about knowing yourself, your goals, and how committed you are to your path.

Interviewer

That is right, next question is:
What did you learn during your 5 years in the Software Engineering department ,both in terms of your field of study and your social life?

Interviewee

Persistence is everything. There are moments when you feel like giving up  life doesn’t always go according to plan. In our case, the war disrupted a lot of things, and it wasn’t easy to stay focused or motivated.

But what I’ve learned is that no matter how tough things get, if you keep going if you trust God, stay consistent, and keep working toward your goals success will eventually come. It may not happen right away, and it may not come how you imagined it, but persistence will always pay off.

Interviewer

Wow, that's a great point. Persistence truly is the foundation behind every success story  I really appreciate that thought. My next question is: Could you share a bit about your past internship at Afriwork? I think it was a paid internship?

Interviewee

When I was at Afriwork, I wasn’t just a typical intern. I was actively involved in real company projects and had the chance to contribute meaningfully to the team. That experience exposed me to how a company is actually run and gave me the opportunity to collaborate with some incredibly talented people.

It wasn’t just about learning technical skills it was also about understanding teamwork, communication, and how things operate in a professional environment. That internship played a big role in helping me land my current jobs, and I genuinely value that period. I enjoyed it a lot.

Interviewer

Good,
In today's eras it is easier to build technical skills compared to the past. but What’s your perspective on soft skills like good communication, teamwork, and leadership etc? How can we develop these skills, and how have they benefited you personally?

Interviewee

Frankly speaking, I know I still have room to grow when it comes to soft skills. It's something I'm actively working on and trying to improve step by step.

Because of that, I wouldn’t consider myself the best example to give advice in this area  but I believe that recognizing your own gaps is the first step toward getting better. And that’s the path I’m on.

Interviewer

Alright,i want to ask if
there is  anything you regret not doing during university, or something you did that you now wish you hadn't?

Interviewee

Looking back, I had some struggles during my first and second years. I realize now that I didn’t use that time as wisely as I could have. If I had been more focused or intentional back then, I believe I could be at a much higher level right now.

But I also understand that growth takes time  and recognizing this is part of that growth. I’m not dwelling on regret, but I’m using it as motivation to make the most of every opportunity moving forward.

Interviewer

Good. Finally, would you like to share a message with our audience and us that I haven’t brought up?

Interviewee

you guys are on a good place, keep your progress and you will be  at better place by the time you finished your class

Interviewer

Thank you so much, bro Ermi! I've truly learned a lot from your inspiring journey, and I’m sure our audience has as well. I hope they feel just as encouraged and motivated as I do. Thanks again for your time and willingness to share your story much love and respect, bro!

Interviewee

Thank you so much for having me! I genuinely appreciate your kind words they truly mean a lot. It’s been a pleasure to share my journey. No worries at all  go ahead, Code Biruh Podcast!

Thank you, Ermi! We believe today’s session was truly insightful and full of valuable lessons. If you have any questions for our guest or for us, feel free to drop them in the comments section.

In our next session, we’ll be joined by another amazing guest so stay tuned! Until then, have a great evening and a bright, productive week ahead.

Bye bye👋👋

🔧 Git & GitHub Basics – Part 2
Learn how to use branches, check history, and work with GitHub easily!

🌿 4. Branches: Manage Your Work

git branch new-branch -> Make a new branch
git checkout branch-name -> Switch to that branch
git checkout main -> Go back to the main branch
git merge branch-name -> Bring changes from one branch into another
git branch -d branch-name -> Delete a branch
git branch -m new-name ->Rename your current branch

👉Tip: Use branches to try new ideas without breaking your main code!

📜5. See Your Commit History

git log -> See all past commits
git log --author="name" -> Commits by a person
git log -- filename -> History for one file
git log -u -> See what changed in each commit
git log --stat -> Summary of changes
git log --patch -> Detailed file changes

👉Great for tracking your work or fixing bugs.

🌐6. Pull & Push: Sync with GitHub

🔽 Pull (download updates):

cd your-folder  
git pull

🔼 Push (upload your changes):

git add .  
git commit -m "your message"  
git push

👉 Tip: Always pull before pushing to avoid conflicts.

⚡️7. Quick Git Commands (Aliases)
Make commands shorter! For example:

git config --global alias.co "checkout"

Now, use git co instead of git checkout 😎

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How to push new project(all folders and files) to git

🚀 Part 3: How to Push a New Project to GitHub from VS Code

Here are the quick steps to upload all your folders and files to GitHub:

1, git init – Initialize Git in your project folder
2, git add . – Add all files
3, git commit -m "Initial commit" – Save your changes
4, git branch -M main – Rename the branch to "main" (if needed)
5, git remote add origin https://github.com/yourusername/repo-name.git – Link to your GitHub repo
6, git push -u origin main – Push your code to GitHub

✅ That’s it your project is now live on GitHub!

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