Community Stories

After years in psychology, Mwangi Brian transitioned into software engineering, driven by a desire to solve real-world challenges through technology. His story is a testament to the power of embracing change and leveraging diverse skills to thrive in tech.

Key milestones:

• Curiosity: Discovered coding through online tutorials.
• Training: Joined Sigma Africa’s software development program.
• Community: Found mentorship and support in the Sigma community.
• Success: Built impactful applications for local businesses.

Aisha, a former teacher, found her calling in data science through Sigma Africa’s training programs. Her journey highlights the accessibility of tech careers for non-traditional backgrounds.

Key steps:

• Inspiration: Attended a Sigma Africa data science webinar.
• Learning: Mastered Python and data visualization.
• Projects: Built predictive models for local NGOs.
• Impact: Now mentors others in the community.

James, a self-taught coder, leveraged Sigma Africa’s community to become a software engineer, building scalable solutions for startups.

Key achievements:

• Self-Learning: Mastered JavaScript and Node.js.
• Collaboration: Contributed to open-source projects via Sigma.
• Innovation: Developed a startup’s core platform.
• Leadership: Now leads a dev team.