What You Need To Know About Nsonye’s 4th Technical Bootcamp
… and FAQS
For weeks now, we’ve been hinting at a big announcement and now it’s finally time to unveil that Nsonye is hosting its 4th Technical Bootcamp. In case you still can’t tell, we’re super excited to welcome and train a new batch of women and girls with high-value tech skills. Needless to say, this isn’t our first rodeo as we have already trained 250+ women and girls in our last three cohorts. You can check out what our past students have to say about their experience learning with us.
What Is The 4th Technical Bootcamp All About?
The fourth Technical BootCamp is one of our flagship activities directed at training and equipping women and girls between the ages of 15 and 35 with technical skills. This training program is the 4th in line as we have already completed three cohorts since our inception.
The genesis of our training bootcamps is rooted in the part of our mission statement that addresses SDG goals on gender equality, and economic growth. We train women and girls in these skills to equip them economically and shorten the gender gap in STEM in Africa.
To that end, since Nsonye’s inception, we have hosted numerous training bootcamps from our hours-long technical writing bootcamps to our major training cohorts spanning weeks, to our Jobberman soft skills certification course. Our 4th Technical BootCamp is a weeks-long skills acquisition training.
What Skills Do We Train In?
Our training bootcamps are focused on equipping women and girls with highly employable tech skills and this means that sometimes the skills we train in, in each cohort are subject to change. Overall, we have trained women and girls in the following skills:
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Data Analysis
- Power BI
- Product Design
- Product Management
In this technical BootCamp, we would be training participants in the following skills:
- Data Analysis
- Product Design
- Product Management
- Web Development
Who is Sponsoring This Bootcamp?
From the onset of our operations as Nsonye, we have been very lucky to have amazing organizations and people who believe in our mission and sponsor our activities. With this fourth technical BootCamp, the case isn’t any different. Earlier this year, we were selected as beneficiaries of the FREE STEM fund organized and given by the Women Win organization, an amazing partner who believes in the work we are doing.
It is thanks to them, that we can organize and hold this technical BootCamp.
How Can You Be A Part Of This Bootcamp?
You can be a part of Nsonye’s fourth technical BootCamp by applying to be one of our participants. The application link is live on any of our social media accounts or you can simply click on this link to apply. But before you do, check out our article on application tips to get a scoop on what we prioritize.
FAQS
- Is this bootcamp for novices in these areas?
Our Technical BootCamp is open to people who place between the novice to intermediate levels. Our bootcamps are majorly designed to introduce women and girls to tech and encourage their journey so our training plans start from the basics.
2. Can I still apply if I have some experience in any of these skills?
If you are beyond the novice and intermediate level, this bootcamp will not be useful to you. However, if you want to be a part of Nsonye, you should join our Slack channel which is open to people in all stages of mastery.
3. What is a Tech Stack?
For this application, a tech stack is one of the tech disciplines on offer. For example, the stack you choose can be data analysis or web development.
4. How do I answer the question of why I chose this stack?
In answering this question, what we want to see is your why for choosing the tech stack that you have chosen. Tell us why you want to study web development and how it will play a role in your life moving forward or how it will benefit you now. In summary, tell us why you want to study what you want to study and why it is important to you.
5. Do I need to have a laptop to be part of the program?
Yes, you do need to have a laptop to be a part of this program as you have to complete assessments and projects. You don’t necessarily need to own a laptop as long as you have access to one for your classes and to complete your assignments.
6. Does the program cover data fees for participants?
At this time, Nsonye does not cover data fees for participants. However, participants have a chance to win gifts during the bootcamp.
7. Can I apply if I’m a boy between the age of 15 and 35?
No, you cannot. Nsonye’s technical bootcamps are only open for women and girls between the ages of 15 and 35.
8. Can I apply if I’m a student or working?
Yes, you can. Our bootcamps are designed to accommodate a busy life which is why our classes hold on the weekends.
9. Can I apply if I’m not a Nigerian in Nigeria?
No, you cannot. For now, Nsonye’s bootcamps are for Nigerians living in Nigeria. In the future, when this changes, we will let you know.
10. Is this bootcamp free?
Yes, Nsonye’s fourth technical BootCamp is completely free.
