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Programming / Re: The Future Of Machine Learning In Nigeria by akalamoyo(m): 1:47pm On Oct 31, 2017
Can Machines think?
The question above was postulated by one of the greatest scientists of the 20th century, Alan Turing. The question forced computer scientists to think of ways to handle machines. They trained machines using data sets and the machines were able to make logical deductions from the data it had been given. It led to the development of neural networks.
It wasn't much of a success then because of the lack of adequate data and less computational power of the machines but now we have the data and we have the machines. Developed countries are already using it to improve the quality of their lives.
Lots of people here in Nigeria limit the definition of Computer science to the development of apps and websites, forgetting that it is just a part.
I created this thread to ask about the future of machine learning in Nigeria. It can be used to solve a wide variety of problems from finance, health etc.
Do we have experts in the field here in Nigeria? Do we have beginners here as well? I'm also a beginner.
Let's identify ourselves and have a talk

I currently work as a Data Scientist with an insurance firm in UK just after completing my masters degree. I have a BSc in Mathematics and built up my programming skills while working as a Marketer in a Nigerian Bank. Machine Learning and AI has gained momentum in the UK and it cuts across many fields. I currently build algorithms from supervised to unsupervised in python. Algorithms that predicts claims, optimize price and all but there is much more out there.

The tech world as we know it is very dynamic. There are crazy developers and machine learning experts building 'badass' algorithms and selling to SMEs. From DataRobot to Google ML APIs, the available tools are increasing daily. As a beginner, I would advise you get familiar with basics and what Machine Learning entails bearing in mind you must be a lover of data, statistics and programming. But more importantly, it is important you begin to use the free tools to your advantage. Don't try to reinvent the wheel. There are probably a group of tech guys working on an algorithm you are thinking of building. If they've made it free or at a little cost, get it and use it; it most likely going to be better than yours even after all your sweat in building from scratch.

Unfortunately, there are not so much opportunities for machine learning experts in Nigeria at the moment and I'm not sure you get to study these courses in the University (I left OAU 2010 so things might have changed though). But I see it as an opportunity for the enthusiasts in this field. #TakeTomorrowToday

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Celebrities / Re: Peter Okoye,AY And Osita Iheme In Instabul,Turkey For Eto's Charity Match(photos by akalamoyo(m): 11:46am On Jul 15, 2016
Mopolchi:
AY, you are bigger than this na! How you go put head set (ear piece) for ear without connecting it to a phone, radio or stereo? shocked
you've not heard or seen a Bluetooth headset before bah...aboki angry grin grin grin
Business / Re: Skye Bank Management Takedown By The CBN: The Inside Story - Naijapromoter.com by akalamoyo(m): 8:06am On Jul 06, 2016
Mopolchi:
Hmmm. All Nigeria banks' CEOs, directors and managers are very guilty of the same wrongdoings. Why dealing with Skye bank?
simply because others haven't been caught. Even a thief is still innocent until proven guilty.

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Education / Re: 5 Top Reasons Why Some Girls Go Into Campus Runs. My Experience by akalamoyo(m): 6:42pm On Jun 04, 2016
skarlett:


I have no reasons to dear, I just stated my opinion as you've stated yours smiley
if you guys were thrown in a ring, you would probably fight. Hian! It's okay now. All points noted.
Romance / Re: Amanda And Kingsley's Gym Pre-wedding Photoshoot by akalamoyo(m): 6:17pm On Jun 04, 2016
Life4Varnity:
June 9. Pls wish me happy birthday in advance.
and who are you, Bill Gates? grin
Politics / Re: Obasanjo Whispering To Buhari As French President Wait by akalamoyo(m): 7:49pm On May 15, 2016
xana101:
Obj- Bhari, plz don't 4get go give me some share from d proceed of fuel price increase oo.
Buhari - kai no wahala. U're still ma boss. We shall share d moni and render Nigerian useless b4 2019
Obj - ur head correct!

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) / Re: Chelsea Vs Tottenham Hotspur (2 - 2) On 2nd May 2016 by akalamoyo(m): 10:31pm On May 02, 2016
LEXYCOM:
Up #Leicester the new #EPLChampions..........have always supported leicester since 2010/2011 season
hmm, all of a sudden, Leicester don get fans. People will always cling to a winning team anyway. Congrats to them

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Crime / Re: Man Loses joystick During Fight In Lagos by akalamoyo(m): 5:06pm On May 02, 2016
The manhood I know has no bone so how come it got fractured.
Politics / Re: Dolapo Osinbajo Greets Tinubu And Buhari Respectfully (Photos) by akalamoyo(m): 8:32am On Mar 30, 2016
ajoskele:
You are a 'kodded' dullard.
LMAO

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Crime / Re: Kidnapped Colonel Samaila Inusa Is Dead by akalamoyo(m): 8:51pm On Mar 29, 2016
No one is safe anymore. You could even be kidnapped while typing a comment on nairaland.

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Education / Re: Universities With Wireless Internet Access by akalamoyo(m): 8:04pm On Mar 25, 2016
grin grin
That of polyibadan will never work. They haven't paid me, the contractor.
sammyscholar:
UI. Polyibadan to launch its own later this year.
Business / Re: I Still Wash My Husband’s Underwears - Folorunsho Alakija by akalamoyo(m): 7:52pm On Mar 25, 2016
akalamoyo:
God bless you. A very good response to a very stupid post. Blasphemy at its peak!!!
God bless you. A very good response to a very stupid post. Blasphemy at its peak!!!

Danyl:

am very sure you don't know what you are talking about. one, your suggestions are very rebellious, the day you start feeling that men should be equal to women that day you join the bandwagon of Antichrist. secondly, what pain do you pass through child birth that could be compared to crown of thorns placed on Jesus' head, what can you compare to the nails driven through his hands, hanged on the cross with nails like a criminal, that is blasphemy if you dont know. You make the pains of childbirth looks like its not the same set of women that start having sex two weeks after Haba you no try o..

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Phones / Re: Pics: Worlds Most Expensive Phone by akalamoyo(m): 6:49am On Aug 09, 2015
These kind of gadgets are not made for people to use. I think it's only to show off the Industry's capabilities grin

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Romance / Re: TRAMADOL And Its 10 Most Deadly Side Effect by akalamoyo(m): 6:46am On Aug 09, 2015
anigbajumo:




Nigga I troway salute oooo cry kiss

Serious salute

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