Me on my way to do my third course 🚶🏻‍♀️what course would you be interested to take?

I never really liked freelancing because I don’t enjoy juggling multiple things, I’d much rather focus on one thing at a time. But at the same time, I love the idea of freelancing. The freedom of not having to build a traditional track record or climb some career ladder is appealing. I like that you can work for a month, then take the next one off. It gives you the space to be a little random, and I like that.

That being said, last year was incredibly tough. I went through some of the most traumatic moments of my life, failures, setbacks, and a lot of things at work just not going the way I expected. It left me with a fear of getting back into freelancing, and I ended up taking a long break from programming altogether.

But now, I’m choosing to face that fear and return to it. Even if I don’t enjoy the unnecessary competition, the constant need to write proposals, the low pay when you're just starting out, and the struggle of dealing with difficult clients and unrealistic expectations... I’m still going back.

Back to programming. Back to freelancing. Back to the thing I once loved.

And hopefully, I’ll share the journey here so that someone out there, going through something similar, can learn from it and feel a little less alone.

I often get asked, "What kind of portfolio project should I build?"
Honestly, it’s been a while since I worked on portfolio projects, I usually rely on my past experience when applying for jobs. But here’s what I believe: build something that solves a real problem for you.

For example, I’m currently creating a course, and there’s a lot that goes into it, writing the noscript, recording the audio, editing videos, adding motion graphics… it’s a whole process. So for my next project, I’m planning to build an AI tool to automate all of that.

The best portfolio project? One you’ll actually use. Find something that meets your own needs, and build that.

In tech, you don’t beat Asperger’s. You might win in words, but not in code, not in logic, not in obsession.

To the 355 people here, I hope you guys had a great day. I am curious though what sort of things do you want me to talk about next?

OpenAI has released new versions of Chat GPT-o3 and o4-mini, which can recognize images 😏

The video author asked the bot to guess the location based on a photo – and it began reasoning: searching for clues and gathering them together.

However, other testers found that after mistakes, the GPT-o3 model can act as if they never happened at all. For example, it might even say "I clicked the wrong button" or "there's a miner on my server."

AI learns the worst from humans 🤦

#technology

Happy Easter Everyone 🥳

The nerdiest thing I do is casually walk into a crowded restaurant, open my laptop, and start working while everyone else is just eating and drinking 😁. I don't know if that's a privilege or just pure social oblivion.

Hey guys 👋

Me and @kalltech just finished putting together a brand-new Flutter Advanced course, and I’m looking for 100 passionate learners to review and learn it for free before the official launch.

If you’re interested and have a bit of time, just fill out this quick form — I’ll send the course link straight to your inbox.

Your feedback would mean the world to us 💙 Thanks

https://forms.gle/PMj1kAsL2s9osnCu5

Update 🔄

The early access opportunity is now closed.

We’ve reached our goal of 100 passionate learners, and we’re incredibly grateful for your support and enthusiasm.

Stay tuned for the official launch 🚀 — it’s coming soon

Internship Opportunity – Web Developers (Frontend & Backend)

Hey y’all!
We’re working on an exciting new project that incorporates working with the latest AI models and are looking for passionate Web Developers—both frontend and backend. We’ll be using React on the frontend and Node.js on the backend, so if you’re comfortable with those technologies, this is a great opportunity for you!

If you're looking to strengthen your portfolio, gain real-world experience, and receive mentorship while contributing to a large-scale project, we’d love to hear from you!

What’s in it for you?
While this is an unpaid internship, we offer:

- Hands-on experience with a cutting-edge project

- 1-on-1 mentorship and guidance

- Priority consideration for future paid roles and permanent contracts

- Strong recommendations for jobs in the industry

How to Apply:
When reaching out, please keep it clear and concise.
Something like:
"Hi, I’m a frontend/backend developer. I can dedicate X hours per week to this project. Here’s my resume and portfolio."

If you're driven, eager to learn, and ready to grow with a supportive team, don’t hesitate to reach out! @kalishere

You’ll be working directly with me, so don’t underestimate this opportunity.
I can confidently say, there’s a lot to gain from this experience.

In the past, people who’ve worked with me have received personal mentorship, been invited to other exciting projects, and even got job referrals or landed roles through the connections and experience they gained here.

Big News: The WTM Ethiopia Mentorship Program is Here!

Looking to level up your tech career?

Get ready to learn, connect, and grow with our newest Mentorship Program — a journey designed to empower you with real-world skills, hands-on experience, and the support of an inspiring community.

Starting May 10, we’ll deep-dive into a different tech focus each week with technical workshops led by seasoned experts from top tech companies.

This isn’t just a workshop series — it’s a comprehensive learning experience that walks you through the entire software development life cycle: from designing your product, to building, deploying, and marketing it effectively. We're here to help you reach your next milestone.

Registration is open from May 3 to May 9. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something impactful.

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Good morning! I have received many applicants for the internship. I will review everything thoroughly and get back to you guys. Thanks everyone for your interest ❤️

This is insane, what a milestone!

Better Auth — X25

Why don't you guys get one of this?

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Exam Buddy is now live for everyone to use. We're launching today with a BANG and offering 35% discount for all Ethiopians till the end of exit exam.

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We're looking for a talented Video Editor with strong motion graphics skills to join us on a remote, contract basis. Whether you're a student or a professional, if you have at least 2 years of experience and can turn raw footage into polished, engaging content, we want to see your work! To apply, just send us 3 high-quality videos that showcase your motion graphics skills, make sure they reflect your best and most creative work. Send to @kalishere