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 moatacad: 9:01am On Jun 04 |
“While it is wise to learn from experience, it is wiser to learn from the experiences of others.”- Rick Warren Sponsored Post 6 Likes 2 Shares |
| moatacad: 10:38am On May 27 |
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No, we do not provide lodging, although we do have participants from outside of Lagos-in our current bootcamp, there are those from the north-central and south-south. They handle the logistics and accommodations. Omotaday: |
| moatacad: 9:12am On May 26 |
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It appears that we did not receive the email. Send a direct message to [email protected]. Thank you. mistercharles: |
| moatacad: 10:51am On May 25 |
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@CirocBoi, There is no need to "school" us . Nairaland is an open forum. Please , if you are achieving better results, come and list those you have schooled and they are making impact in the software development industry. Until then, we still believe you have been so much beclouded with negativity that you can no longer acknowledge any thing good. CirocBoi: |
| moatacad: 3:44am On May 25 |
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And, from your investigation ; you cannot deduce that this is an innovation. Innovation is defined as the process of bringing about new ideas, methods, products, services, or solutions that have a significant positive impact and value. It involves transforming creative concepts into tangible outcomes that improve efficiency, and effectiveness, or address unmet needs. That is where Nigerians are falling behind, what you failed to recognize they are seeing it outside the country. Organizations and individuals outside Nigeria are reaching out to us. For example; last year, on the invitation of the Mayor of Moscow , we were in Russia where we signed a partnership agreement with Moscow Innovation Agency ( a development institute responsible for creating a truly favourable environment for the advancement of technology in Moscow; a one-stop shop for Moscow's innovation ecosystem. Below is a shot clip of the event, right there is Abiola Ilupeju ( Principal Consultant , Moat Academy). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKvqyEpg7HU?si=U_Qw9h57gA5Yvc-b Today, over 60% of our alumni are not working for companies in Nigeria, they are either based in those countries or working remotely, leading teams. Please let those that are interested apply and take your negativity away . Deelaw: |
| moatacad: 6:07pm On May 24 |
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Please, what is achieved here is through pure dedication over the years . If you can see all these people listed here and many more not listed working in global tech companies coming from one single place in Nigeria. Nigerians, don't pull down a global organisation created by your people because of your ulterior motive even if you cannot . Please just keep quiet. The bootcamp is for those interested. 1 Like |
| moatacad: 6:02pm On May 24 |
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Is Blessing or Taofeek crying? Please can you read what Taofeek said “I can confidently say I received more value than what I paid for.” You can read his complete interview here on Nairaland: https://nairaland.macsoftware.info/8431207/confidently-say-received-more-value Are all these people below not happy now: Abdulrahman, Software Engineer at Uniswitch Chukwuma, Full Stack Developer at KPIE Efemezino, Frontend Developer at Agroye Rukayat, Software Developer, Uniswitch Joshua, Frontend Web Developer, CLIQup, Dolapo, Full Stack Developer at KPIE Oluwatobi, Software Architect at Stanbic IBTC Racheal, Web Developer at Dorisa Technologies Joachim, Web Developer at The Wristband Company, UK Victor, Lead, Experience Management at Sterling Bank Please , take your negativity elsewhere. CirocBoi: 1 Like |
| moatacad: 5:30pm On May 24 |
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He was just derailing the post. From the post , it is evidenced enough for everybody to see that we are achieving the results; it is not a marketing gimmicks. Moreover, he isn't a prospective participant as he once claimed to be an IT specialist but he is limited by his knowledge. The issue here is that we are breaking down the entry barrier to this profession. And, some of those who have worked hard for years to get to where they are now are disappointed to see some of our graduates who have only spent a few months/years getting there! We hope that more people interested in becoming developers can discern this and make an informed decision. tunapawizzy: 2 Likes |
| moatacad: 4:50pm On May 24 |
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We are at Allen, Ikeja as stated on our website. mobilemykel: |
| moatacad: 4:49pm On May 24 |
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Please you can us here: https://moatacademy.com/pages/ Just drop a message or call the phone number. jay1409: |
| moatacad: 3:43pm On May 24 |
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@Obaidan, What do you mean by unrealistic? Are you saying that all of the persons mentioned there aren't real? Do not discourage people from pursuing their dreams in life. People like you were the skeptics when alumni like Mariam, who works in a senior role with Sourcegraph (headquartered in Silicon Valley, USA), came to the bootcamp. If Mariam had listened to individuals like you, she would not be where she is today; last year, she was named a global Tech hero! obaidan: 3 Likes |
| moatacad: 3:20pm On May 24 |
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The class is entirely in-person and not conducted remotely. Although we are only in Lagos, some of our participants are from outside the state as well as from some neighboring African nations. blueghost: 1 Like |
| moatacad: 3:13pm On May 24 |
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Please , check out our trainers profile here: https://moatacademy.com/pages/trainers We train our participants to be grounded in why and how of programming. lawalosky: 1 Like 1 Share |
| moatacad: 3:11pm On May 24 |
| moatacad: 3:11pm On May 24 |
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| moatacad: 1:24pm On May 23 |
Every year, we work with those interested in getting into the software development industry to make their dream come true! Sponsored Post 4 Likes 3 Shares |
| moatacad: 1:53pm On May 21 |
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An Interview with Moat Academy's Alumnus, Taofeek Ishola, Now a Business Process Automation Developer in a Financial Institution Can we meet you? My name is Taofeek Ishola and I am a tech enthusiast What were you doing before coming to Moat Academy? I was serving as a Corp member. What is the name of your current company and role? I currently work as a Business Process Automation Developer in a financial institution. What exactly do you want to achieve with the software development skills? I want to use my skills to develop applications that make a positive impact on people's lives and provide long-term value. Why did you choose Moat Academy for Developers? I chose Moat Academy because of its reputation for producing software developers who work in various organizations around the world. After my time there, I can confidently say I received more value than what I paid for. How have things changed for you since gaining software development skills? I have become more confident in my ability to develop full-stack applications. I now have a better understanding of the software development landscape. What was your biggest fear before coming to Moat Academy and what do you feel about it now? I have previously lacked the understanding and ability of building a functional application within a short time frame. My time at Moat Academy helped in building my confidence in achieving this, especially through assignments and classworks. This gave me the ability to develop a working application by the end of the program. How will you describe your experience in Moat Academy? It was a fun but yet challenging experience that moved me to push beyond my limits. Asides the skills I gained lots of valuable lessons from the tutors. I also had the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals What have you been able to achieve with the training? The skills and experiences I gained in the academy has helped me in landing my current role. Can you share your experiences with us since you graduated from Moat Academy? It has been a pleasant experience. My experience at moat academy provided me with the basics of learning other programming languages that has allowed me to better add value in my organization. What advice do you have for those coming into Moat Academy? If you put in the work, you will definitely get results. And always ask for help when you need it: no one is an island of knowledge. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Leading teams that build valuable applications. When you are thinking of an accelerated career path in the Software development Industry, think Moat Academy To be part of our next coding boot camp, complete our assessment form on https://moatacademy.com//apply
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| moatacad: 12:29am On May 19 |
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@ iLoveYouToo: No one who has performed well in the program is expected to intern. Internships and apprenticeships are the two routes to the professional world. An apprenticeship is mostly structured (time required and what to learn from time to time is already scheduled), and you learn from masters. In contrast, an internship is unstructured and you only learn from your senior colleagues while carrying out their tasks. At Moat Academy, we operate an apprenticeship model, and you have probably seen several of our graduates landing full-time jobs following their training. We our alumni and develop long-term relationships with them. Since they have been empowered, they are no longer where they used to be , and our relationship even becomes mutual. Our Alumni are key part of our framework. The time commitment cannot be compromised; to be very good, you must commit the time. Our August cohort will require daily attendance. |
| moatacad: 11:06am On May 16 |
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Technology is designed to make life easier — to automate processes, save time, and reduce human effort. But behind every line of code is a human, and behind every system is a person who relies on it. As software developers, our work is more than creating features. It is noble — and it carries serious responsibility. Technical Glitch, A Life Lost Following the release of candidates’ results by the t issions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in Nigeria, a 19-year-old student tragically ended her life after receiving what she believed was a poor UTME (Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination) score: she thought her dreams were over. Her confidence was shattered. This is heartbreaking. Not until days after the release of the result that investigation into JAMB’s system revealed that the system could not be trusted due to technical error. Not a hack. Not a breach. Just… a glitch. But the consequence? Irreversible. The Weight We Carry as Developers At Moat Academy ( https://moatacademy.com/ ), when teaching software development, we lay emphasis on the need to test edge cases, understand the “why” beneath every abstractions and know the impact of every decision made in the code. It is not until one starts building systems for safety-critical industries like airline, health monitoring etc that security be given its place because the truth is: every piece of software is safety-critical as long as real people are using it. The platforms we build hold the dreams, data, time, and dignity of real s: even the smallest bug can have devastating consequences. Security has long be classified as a “non-functional requirement”, much like visual design or UX enhancements. How can security be a ‘nice to have’ ? optional ? No, It must be central to how we build! Avoiding the Glitch Some 8 years ago when Moat Academy was founded, one of the challenge in the software industry we sought to address was the proliferation of software developers who ‘created applications’ through a copy-and-paste approach – code monkeys who simply copy insecure and unvalidated codes from online forums and use indiscriminately because they either do not have a deep understanding or are not aware of security best practices in application development. Now, in the era of vibe coding, the conversation must shift even further. We must teach developers to understand the building blocks of software, to explore why things work, because that is how innovators and creators are born! The software we build has real consequences; it can determine: who gets itted to school, who gets hired, who gets credit, who feels empowered and who feels invisible, we can not afford to leave the fate our s in the hands of LLM prompts. The tragedy surrounding the JAMB result is a reminder that all “technical glitches” must be investigated and where necessary, people must be held able. That’s why data protection regulations like the GDPR mandate disclosure of security breaches. Transparency and ability help us grow, improve, and restore public trust. 1 Like 1 Share |
| moatacad: 8:01pm On May 01 |
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Today is a unique day to celebrate hardworking individuals who have contributed to making the world a better place to live. For individuals who want to enter the workforce this year or change employment, here is a reminder that it is very possible. Every year, we work with those who wish to enter the software development industry to make their dream come true! For example, in 2024 , the following people along with others were successfully transitioned into their dream roles: Abdulrahman, Software Engineer at Uniswitch Chukwuma, Full Stack Developer at KPIE Efemezino, Frontend Developer at Agroye Rukayat, Software Developer, Uniswitch Joshua, Frontend Web Developer, CLIQup Dolapo, Full Stack Developer at KPIE Oluwatobi, Software Architect at Stanbic IBTC Racheal, Web Developer at Dorisa Technologies Opeoluwa, Full-stack Developer at DesignXcel Victor , Lead, Experience Management at Sterling Bank In 2023 , the following individuals, among others, successfully transitioned into their ideal roles: Carrington, Software Developer at Zidio Development Victoria, Backend developer ZetivaHR Nancy, Python Developer at Coast Technologies Adaora, Back End Developer at Zojatech David, Full-stack Developer at FFSD Oguchi, Application Developer at MainOne Joshua, Django Developer at TM30 Dennis, Laravel Developer SaaSphere Limited Femi, Euro Full Stack Developer at Mega Atlantic Nigeria Ltd Opeyemi, Frontend Developer at Metoda Over the years, we have consistently ushered numerous individuals into the field of software development, as evidenced above! In 2025, companies are still looking for those who are competent and ready to work in this industry ( see screenshot below of a google search results for software developer jobs in Nigeria ). Let’s work with you to bring you to competence in our next coding boot camp by completing our assessment form on https://moatacademy.com//apply
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| moatacad: 10:25am On Apr 15 |
Domainer1999: We have existed for more than 8 years and have groomed software talents that have gone to work for companies in Nigeria and abroad. We are celebrating our participants that have put in the effort to turn their ideas into products. Please, no negatives; encourage them! 2 Likes |
| moatacad: 9:06am On Apr 15 |
Today, we celebrate the participants in our ongoing coding boot camp (Cohort 30), which began on January 13, 2025, for their hard work and devotion. Sponsored Post 3 Likes |
| moatacad: 2:22pm On Apr 14 |
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"I currently utilize some of the concepts learnt during the boot camp from working with PHP and integrating APIs to develop and automate workflows."- Blessing ( one of the cohort from our last concluded boot camp ) Can we meet you? My name is Blessing Iyobosa, a results-driven graduate of Mechanical Engineering. What were you doing before coming to Moat Academy? I worked as a reporting analyst. What is the name of your current company and role? I currently work in the Applications development Unit as a Process Automation Developer/Engineer in a Financial Institution. What exactly do you want to achieve with the software development skills? I want to use my software development skills to solve real-world and business problems by building digital solutions that are efficient, -friendly, and scalable. Why did you choose Moat Academy for Developers? Three reasons: Track record of results, affordability and a recommendation. Moat Academy has a track record of developers it has trained over the years with various projects being developed at the end of the 13 weeks boot camp. I needed a place that would accelerate my progress and be able to come up with result(project) that will make me utilize tech stacks. Moat Academy is top quality/value when you compare it to the boot camp fee. These reasons made me choose Moat Academy. How have things changed for you since gaining software development skills? I am confident about my JavaScript skills because that was my ‘last bus-stop’ after completing HTML & CSS while trying self-learning. The academy has a unique and structured way of teaching which makes you understand concepts easily. It helped me go beyond just understanding syntax, just being a mere programmer to actually building meaningful full stack solutions. What was your biggest fear before coming to Moat Academy and what do you feel about it now? Will I actually be able to come up with a project or build a working application? Not just mere programming but putting all programming concepts together to come up with a working application. How possible was it within a short period of time? That was the biggest doubt I had, but after going through the Academy’s hands-on and well-structured approach, that doubt was eradicated. I now feel more confident, especially in my ability to break down problems and build functional solutions from scratch. How will you describe your experience in Moat Academy? It was a challenging yet transformative experience. Transformative in the sense that I came in as one with just basic knowledge of HTML and CSS and left being a Full stack web developer. What captured my attention was the standard training facility and environment the first day I stepped in. I met well-experienced tutors who carried the class along. I must commend the tutors as it not really that easy to teach and impact knowledge. I also got to meet and work with brilliant and smart minds as well. What have you been able to achieve with the training? I have been able to come up with web applications built from scratch and launch my self into the tech space. Moat has set the foundation. Can you share your experiences with us since you graduated from Moat Academy? Thus far, it has been a nice experience. I have written some tech assessments and gone though some interviews. I currently utilize some of the concepts learnt during the boot camp from working with PHP and integrating APIs to develop and automate workflows. What advice do you have for those coming into Moat Academy? Have the mindset that I am here for serious business and I must leave with a result. Do not miss classes or take classes with laxity because you might find yourself lagging behind. Practice, Practice, Practice what was taught in class because that is the only way you can get used to new concepts. Don’t stress yourself with external videos or resources during the course of the boot camp. Be active and participate in the leadership session. Be ready to learn and put in the best effort. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? A lead software Engineer. [center]When you are thinking of accelerating your career path in the Software development Industry, think Moat Academy[/center] To our next coding boot camp, apply by completing our assessment form on https://moatacademy.com//apply
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| moatacad: 5:25pm On Apr 12 |
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Are You Prepared for an Apprenticeship Journey? When Moat Academy ( https://moatacademy.com )was birthed, the plan of our faculty was to replicate themselves in our Participants… And that is the power of Apprenticeship! A job seeker needs to get industry experience to perform better at the workplace. Such trainings give a huge experience in making their career a success. It is also important to choose the right path of training whether it is apprenticeship or internship to increase one’s employability. An apprenticeship is the practice of asg a novice to learn a trade under the direction of an expert ( Master); as an apprentice, you’re in the trenches alongside the veterans to gain in-depth experience in a specific field. It consists of a combination of hands-on experience and classroom education. Under an apprenticeship model, you work alongside experts and doing what they do, you learn to solve challenges in a real-world context, working both creatively and effectively. In respect of the guild system, becoming a master craftsman took years of hard work. You had to through these stages : Apprentice : This is the first step in learning a trade. You learn and work with a master. You usually don’t earn any money and your family had to pay the master to take you on. In this stage, your focus is inwards. Your goal is not only to grow your skills and yourself but also to learn how to learn. You should be like a sponge, to soak up as much knowledge as possible. Journeyman : Once you had finished your apprenticeship you could earn money. Then you would be called journeyman. Sometimes you had to travel around to find work. Like the apprentice, the journeyman still maintaining an inward focus to learn and grow in their craft. And yet, add another focus of building an ever-larger portfolio of applications that demonstrates his progress in the craft. Master: As proof of your skill, you often had to make a masterpiece; eventually you might a guild as a master craftsman. In short, masters view the acquisition, usage and sharing of superior skill as the most important part of being a software craftsman. At Moat Academy, you learn from the likes of Abiola: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OyFwYGcyAfQ Abiola Ilupeju, professional experience spans over 15 years in which she developed various applications among which is a patented software product - Customer Management and Self-Service portal. She holds an M.Sc in Information Security and Privacy, with Distinction from Cardiff University, United Kingdom and B.Sc in Computer Science with Economics from Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife. She is a Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), certified in IT Service Management (ITIL), certified in Mobile Forensics as a Cellebrite Certified Operator (CCO) and she is a CertNexus Certified Cyber Secure Coder. She was mentored and trained by the global leader in Cyber Security -Symantec Corporation at their headquarters in California USA. She is ionate about impacting knowledge into others. To our next coding boot camp , complete our assessment form on https://moatacademy.com//apply No wonder with just three months spent at Moat Academy, our participants manifest traits of years of experience having been rubbed off on them and today, they are enjoying accelerated career in the industry! |
| moatacad: 4:55pm On Apr 12 |
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Are You Prepared for an Apprenticeship Journey? When Moat Academy ( https://moatacademy.com )was birthed, the plan of our faculty was to replicate themselves in our Participants… And that is the power of Apprenticeship! A job seeker needs to get industry experience to perform better at the workplace. Such trainings give a huge experience in making their career a success. It is also important to choose the right path of training whether it is apprenticeship or internship to increase one’s employability. An apprenticeship is the practice of asg a novice to learn a trade under the direction of an expert ( Master); as an apprentice, you’re in the trenches alongside the veterans to gain in-depth experience in a specific field. It consists of a combination of hands-on experience and classroom education. Under an apprenticeship model, you work alongside experts and doing what they do, you learn to solve challenges in a real-world context, working both creatively and effectively. In respect of the guild system, becoming a master craftsman took years of hard work. You had to through these stages : Apprentice : This is the first step in learning a trade. You learn and work with a master. You usually don’t earn any money and your family had to pay the master to take you on. In this stage, your focus is inwards. Your goal is not only to grow your skills and yourself but also to learn how to learn. You should be like a sponge, to soak up as much knowledge as possible. Journeyman : Once you had finished your apprenticeship you could earn money. Then you would be called journeyman. Sometimes you had to travel around to find work. Like the apprentice, the journeyman still maintaining an inward focus to learn and grow in their craft. And yet, add another focus of building an ever-larger portfolio of applications that demonstrates his progress in the craft. Master: As proof of your skill, you often had to make a masterpiece; eventually you might a guild as a master craftsman. In short, masters view the acquisition, usage and sharing of superior skill as the most important part of being a software craftsman. At Moat Academy, you learn from the likes of Abiola: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OyFwYGcyAfQ Abiola Ilupeju, professional experience spans over 15 years in which she developed various applications among which is a patented software product - Customer Management and Self-Service portal. She holds an M.Sc in Information Security and Privacy, with Distinction from Cardiff University, United Kingdom and B.Sc in Computer Science with Economics from Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife. She is a Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), certified in IT Service Management (ITIL), certified in Mobile Forensics as a Cellebrite Certified Operator (CCO) and she is a CertNexus Certified Cyber Secure Coder. She was mentored and trained by the global leader in Cyber Security -Symantec Corporation at their headquarters in California USA. She is ionate about impacting knowledge into others. To our next coding boot camp , complete our assessment form on https://moatacademy.com//apply No wonder with just three months spent at Moat Academy, our participants manifest traits of years of experience having been rubbed off on them and today, they are enjoying accelerated career in the industry! |
| moatacad: 12:35pm On Mar 28 |
Perhaps you can transform major challenges into blessings if your name is Blessing! Sponsored Post 9 Likes 2 Shares |
| moatacad: 5:01pm On Mar 21 |
The role of mentorship or expert coaching cannot be overemphasized when it comes to competence development and career growth. Sponsored Post 8 Likes 4 Shares |
| moatacad: 4:49pm On Mar 14 |
With over 8 years of existence, Moat Academy ( https://moatacademy.com ) can be said to be a proven and effective way to kick-start one's career in software development and you too can become a software developer this year, 2025 by ing our 31st cohort starting in April 28, 2025. Sponsored Post 7 Likes 2 Shares |
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