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title: "Discussion on \"The Brutal Reality of Being a Newbie in Tech in Africa: Overcoming Challenges and Achieving Success.\" | Hashnode"
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# [The Brutal Reality of Being a Newbie in Tech in Africa: Overcoming Challenges and Achieving Success.](https://zeuss.hashnode.dev/the-brutal-reality-of-being-a-newbie-in-tech-in-africa-overcoming-challenges-and-achieving-success?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

This blog post explores the struggles of a newbie in tech, especially in countries with limited funding, lack of support, and unreliable power and internet.

Apr 29, 2023 · 3 min read · zeuss.hashnode.dev  
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## Written by

[Matthew Okadinya](https://hashnode.com/@Zeuss)

@Zeuss

  
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I'm a frontend web developer with 1+ years of experience building engaging and intuitive user interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. My passion for technology and design drives me to constantly learn new skills and keep up with the latest industry trends.

## Responses 2

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[Prince Babajide](https://hashnode.com/@Prince46)

[May 2, 2023](https://hashnode.com/posts/the-brutal-reality-of-being-a-newbie-in-tech-in-africa-overcoming-challenges-and-achieving-success/644ccfaeae8f80bc2c3328fe/comment/64514f677a00e1d8014fd8d9)

This really speaks to me, I really need to be disciplined enough to take atleast 30 minutes a day for tech. Thanks boss for this

[Nafisa Faruna](https://hashnode.com/@Nene26)

[Apr 30, 2023](https://hashnode.com/posts/the-brutal-reality-of-being-a-newbie-in-tech-in-africa-overcoming-challenges-and-achieving-success/644ccfaeae8f80bc2c3328fe/comment/644e0360bfb233b3b6e2bdd2)

And you see that burn out You cannot escape it Coupled with feeling like a failure and imposter syndrome Make sure you take breaks when you need it

[Matthew Okadinya](https://hashnode.com/@Zeuss)

[Apr 30, 2023](https://hashnode.com/posts/the-brutal-reality-of-being-a-newbie-in-tech-in-africa-overcoming-challenges-and-achieving-success/644ccfaeae8f80bc2c3328fe/comment/644e0360bfb233b3b6e2bdd2#reply-644e1f76bfb233b3b6e2c329)

No better word said. Thanks for taking out the time to read my article nafisa