in collaboration with Alx Ethiopia! Join ArifDevelopers to learn all about our Arifpay Online Payment Gateway, with insights from expert panelists, network with industry professionals, and potentially win a 5-day trip to Tokyo. Don't miss out on this fun-filled opportunity!

RSVP Here: https://arifpay.net/event/arifdevelopers-event-10/register

🎉 Final Call! Today is the day you've been waiting for! March 14 marks the deadline to submit your merchant lists that you've integrated along with their website links to determine the lucky winner of the Tokyo Trip!

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to win big. Send in your lists before the day ends and seize your chance to embark on an unforgettable journey!
Submit your merchant list - [email protected] 🛫


#TokyoTrip #FinalDay #Arifpay #WinBig #Paymentgateaway #Arifpay #Arifdeveloperesevent #Alxethiopia #Sandtechnologies #Event #Networking #Ethiopia #Addisababa

#InfraTech paid internship

Job Title: Machine Learning Intern - Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) Model Training

Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated Machine Learning Intern to join our team and assist in training a model for Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) service. This internship offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the field of computer vision and machine learning while gaining hands-on experience in model development, deployment, and mobile inferencing.

Major Tasks:
1. Data Collection and Preprocessing: Assist in gathering and preprocessing a diverse dataset of license plate images, ensuring data quality and consistency.

2. Model Development: Collaborate with the team to develop and fine-tune machine learning models for ALPR using state-of-the-art algorithms and techniques.

3. Training and Evaluation: Implement training pipelines and conduct experiments to train the model on the collected dataset, evaluating performance using appropriate metrics.

4. Hyperparameter Tuning: Explore various hyperparameters and optimization strategies to enhance model accuracy and robustness.

5. Model Deployment: Work towards deploying the trained model into a production environment, ensuring compatibility and efficiency. Additionally, optimize the model for deployment on mobile devices to enable real-time inferencing.

6. Mobile Inferencing: Develop and implement efficient inferencing strategies to enable the ALPR model to run effectively on mobile devices, considering constraints such as computational resources and power consumption.

7. Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of the model development process, including methodologies, findings, and best practices, with specific focus on mobile deployment and inferencing.


Experiences Required:
1. Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with a focus on machine learning, computer vision, or artificial intelligence.

2. Programming Skills: Proficiency in Python programming language and experience with popular machine learning libraries such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.

3. Machine Learning Fundamentals: Understanding of machine learning concepts including supervised learning, neural networks, and convolutional neural networks (CNNs).

4. Data Handling: Familiarity with data manipulation and preprocessing techniques using libraries like NumPy, pandas, and OpenCV.

5. Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to experiment, iterate, and adapt to challenges in a fast-paced environment.

6. Teamwork and Communication: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team setting, sharing ideas and contributing to discussions effectively.

7. Initiative and Eagerness to Learn: Proactive attitude towards learning new technologies and methodologies, with a keen interest in advancing skills and knowledge in machine learning and computer vision.

Quantity required: 1
Deadline: March 31, 2024
Please send us your resume at [email protected]

Google opened applications for their Summer of Code program! It's an international, PAID, and remote 12-week program that brings open source opportunities to you! 🎊
📆 Apply by April 2
⏰ Runs May 1 to April 1
💰 Pay is $1,500 to $6,000 based on project

https://opensource.googleblog.com/2024/03/google-summer-of-code-2024-contributor-applications-open.html

@GDGAddis

📣We are happy to announce our partnership with GITEX Africa, the biggest tech startup exhibition in the world

🎉With that said, we are happy to give our community members a promo code to attend the next edition of GITEX Africa, to happen in Morocco.

🎟️Steps for registering.
• Visit the registration link:
• Select your desired delegate pass and add it to your Basket.
• Proceed to Your Basket and click on Checkout.
• Enter the provided Promo Code, (GDGETHCP40), and click on VALIDATE.
• Complete the delegate information and click on Submit & Continue.
• Proceed to the Payment Gateway to finalize your registration.

🌐Registration site: https://visit.gitexafrica.com/Event/GITEXAFRICA/visitor/Registration/SelectPass?utm_source=GDE&utm_medium=CommunityPartner&utm_campaign=GITEX_AFRICA_2024_CP_GDE

📍For more info, visit the official website here

The World’s gateway to Africa and the continent’s largest tech & startup show, the global leader in Africa’s digital transformation.

Experience the curated collection of tech disrupters from:

o Ai x Cloud x IoT x Data
o Cybersecurity
o Digital Finance
o Digital Cities
o Telcoms and Infrastructure
o Agritech, Sustainably & Water
o Consumer Tech
o StartUps – North Star Africa

✨ You can now register for your Visitor Pass ➡️ here, Promo Code, (GDGETHCP40), to attend the second edition of GITEX AFRICA 2024 and explore the disruptive technology from Aba Technology, Presight, Orange, PWC, UM6P, Concentrix, Indra, Acer, HPE. Lexar, Backbase, Deloitte, FujiFilm, Mindware, and many more.

🎟️ Register now before early bird expires on 18th April 2024 (Discount is applicable on all passes, except Premium & Certified Training)

Come visit GITEX Africa in📍 Marrakech, Morocco

🗓 From 29-31 May 2024

🤝 We have Badar Ismail, @BadarIsmail, Delegate Sales at Dubai World Center, in the Discussion Group if anyone has any question about the event. Badar is happy to assist with ensuring attendees get their Visa approval, as he can support by issuing Visa Invitation letters.

👋 Hey there!

We've been away from the community website for a bit (a while), but now we're back and ready to make some improvements on the site.

We've created 2 issues and would love your help:
- Fix Navigation Component: Help us tidy up our navigation.
Issue 37: Fix Navigation Component
- Build Event Page: Let's create a page to showcase our events.
Issue 38: Build Event Page

Check out how to contribute: Contribution Guidelines

Let's make the website better!

#CommunityWebsite #OpenSource

Exciting news about the the future of Ethiopian #Startups, Part I

Here are the key highlights:

• Office rental agreement won’t be mandatory.
• Fayda National ID Ethiopia system will be used to facilitate startup registration.
• Transitioning cash registers to digital platforms.
• Offering tax exemptions and assistance.
• Startups exporting services will utilize 100% of foreign currency earnings.
• Permitting banks to offer debit card or wire transfer payments for startups.
• Enabling foreign investors to back Ethiopian startups.
• Establishing Funds of Funds. (Institutions that fund startups)
• Supporting existing startups with funding and stock options, involving the Development Bank for equity and idea financing.

PART 2

• Streamlining intellectual property rights registration, allowing startup patents as collateral.
• Introducing a new kind of Customs tax support tailored for startups.
• Soon, access to online mentors and experts will be available.
• The ሥራ እና ክህሎት ሚኒስቴር / Ministry of Labor and Skills FDRE will launch a digital platform featuring an idea bank and skill repository.
• Aiming to position Ethiopia as a leading hub for Skill Olympics.
• Providing startup-friendly spaces and workshops.
• Hosting annual idea and skills competitions.
• Leveraging digital marketing platforms to showcase Ethiopian startups globally.

Source: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/danidpx_startups-activity-7181760020118728710-vOZz

Community members, assemble!

EthioTelecom is organizing an event tomorrow afternoon for developers, and they are looking for exclusive invitation of 30 members from our community

Linked here is a form for you to express your interest in attending the event

Once we reach the 30 person limit, the form will be closed, and those who expressed their interest will be contacted for further information

🔗 https://forms.gle/nqds5RS3mm6DBeN66

Good luck🔥

That was quick😂 We have reached the limit cap of 30 developers (50 responses) Thank you all for expressing your interest

The first 30 will be contacted for details

Stay tuned for future events🔥