🌍✨ Big Announcement: Welcome to Nebil AlGhazi's World!

I've been inspired by so many amazing creators like Dagmawi Babi, Chapi Neural Nets, The Bloglammer, Tech Nerd, and countless others who have shared their journeys and impacted so many lives.

After receiving tons of suggestions and recommendations from my beloved Ahbab's, I’m excited to officially launch @Ahbab_Labs — a place where I'll be sharing everything from coding insights to personal growth, community-building experiences, and everything in between.

This is just the beginning. More exciting projects and communities are on the way, and I can’t wait to take you along for the ride! 🚀

Join me, learn, build, and grow. Let’s make something incredible together! 💪

#NebilAlGhaziWorld #AhbabLabs #TechJourney #CodingLife #CommunityBuilding #Inspiration #PersonalGrowth #SoftwareEngineering #TechCreators #StayTuned

🎙 Dev Dialogue with Bereket Engida: From Self-Taught Developer to Open-Source Advocate 🎙

In this week’s episode, we sit down with Bereket Engida, a trailblazing self-taught software developer, open-source advocate, and frontend engineer at Read21. As the founder of Better Auth and a key player in several innovative projects, Bereket’s story is one of determination, creativity, and impact. His journey from coding as a hobby to shaping the future of authentication solutions has inspired many in the tech community. Bereket’s path is a testament to perseverance, creativity, and the power of self-learning. Whether you’re just starting out in tech, interested in open-source, or curious about breaking into the field without a formal degree, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice. 🚀

Who is Bereket Engida?

Bereket Engida is the founder of Better Auth, a developer at Loglib, and CEO of Gebeya Solutions. His journey to success wasn’t traditional he carved his own path through self-discipline, relentless curiosity, and a passion for solving real-world problems. Bereket’s work in open source reflects his commitment to helping others through technology. 🌟💼

What We Discuss:

🛠 The Self-Taught Journey: Bereket shares how he learned to code without attending a formal bootcamp and the resources and strategies that helped him build his skills and confidence.
🎯 Building Better Auth: The story behind Better Auth, an open-source tool that simplifies authentication for developers. Bereket explains his motivation for creating it and how it saves time and effort for devs.
💼 Navigating the Tech Industry: Bereket discusses his professional journey, from freelancing to leading teams at Read21 and Loglib, sharing valuable lessons about leadership and innovation.
🌍 The Open-Source Movement: Why Bereket is passionate about open-source development, and how it’s helped him grow as a developer while giving back to the community.
👥 Community and Collaboration: The importance of collaboration in tech and how working with others has shaped his career and personal growth.
🎓 Overcoming Challenges: Bereket opens up about the toughest obstacles he’s faced, and how they’ve shaped his problem-solving approach and resilience.

Highlights:

💼 How He Built Better Auth: The story behind Better Auth—from idea to execution. Bereket explains the challenges of development and how the tool is simplifying authentication for developers.

🛠 Practical Tips for Aspiring Developers: Bereket shares three key strategies for success as a self-taught developer, from building small projects to contributing to open-source communities.

🌐 The Power of Open Source: Open-source is about more than just coding. Bereket discusses how contributing to open-source projects has helped him grow as both a developer and a leader.

Why Watch This Episode?

If you’re an aspiring software developer or considering a career change into tech, Bereket Engida’s story will inspire you to take action. His journey from self-taught coder to leader in open-source and professional development is filled with practical advice and motivation. Whether you’re interested in contributing to open-source projects, learning how to balance multiple roles Bereket’s insights are invaluable. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn from someone who’s walked the walk and continues to pave the way for others. 💡

WATCH NOW : https://youtu.be/5zkS5P6z7-w

"He is not here; he has risen!" —Luke 24:6-7

Christ is risen. Hallelujah!

As this Easter day comes to a close, we hope it was filled with joy, peace, and meaningful moments with your loved ones. May the spirit of renewal and hope continue to shine through the days ahead.

መልካም ፋሲካ | መልካም በዓል

Happy Easter from all of us at GDG On Campus AASTU!

#Easter #ChristIsRisen #GDGOnCampus

🌍 BASE BATCHES AFRICA IS LIVE! 🚀

Africa's top builders — your moment is now. Build, scale, and pitch the future of onchain apps with Base Batches, a global program by Base designed to supercharge innovation across the continent.

🧩 5 Buildathon Tracks. 7.5 ETH in Prizes.

Tackle one of 5 exciting tracks, each focused on real onchain challenges. Whether you're building for finance, identity, gaming, social, or developer tooling — there's a track for you.

🏆 Prize Pool: 7.5 ETH

Each track awards:

🥇 1 ETH for 1st place
🥈 0.5 ETH for 2nd place

💡 Why participate:

🌍 Connect with Africa’s top builders

💼 Get mentored by leading web3 experts

🛠 Build real products with high impact potential

🏁 Compete to win from a 7.5 ETH prize pool

🚀 Take your idea all the way to Demo

🔗 Register now: https://base-batch-africa.devfolio.co/?ref=09edbd0cfc

🌐 More info: basebatches.xyz

#Base #Blockchain #GDGOnCampus

🚀 AASTU Tech Fest 2025 – Coming Soon!💡🎉 

Get ready for an electrifying experience at AASTU Tech Fest, the biggest celebration of innovation 🚀, technology 💻, and creativity 🎨at Addis Ababa Science and Technology University! 

⚡ Prepare yourself for a festival filled with cutting-edge tech , insightful talks 🎤, exciting competitions 🏆, and lively panel discussions led by tech industry experts. 

Whether you're a developer 🖥️, designer 🎨, entrepreneur 💼, or tech enthusiast 🤖, this is your chance to learn 📚, network 🤝, and showcase your skills 🎯!

🔜 Stay tuned for more updates on dates 📅, speakers 🎙️, and events 🎟️

🌟 Something incredible is on the horizon! 

#AASTUTechFest #TechInnovation #GDGAastu #ComingSoon

Ready to Redefine Possible?

Join us for IWD 2025 – Redefine Possible, a powerful celebration of women in tech, innovation, and leadership!

Hosted by Google Women Techmakers in collaboration with Nuna Ethiopia, GDG on Campus HiLCoE, Chewata Awaqi and Efuye Gela, this one-of-a-kind event brings together trailblazing speakers, dynamic panels, hands-on workshops, and unmatched networking.

What to expect:
✨ Insightful keynotes
🎤 Bold panel discussions
🤝 Real connections
🛠 Interactive tech workshops
🎁 Giveaways & refreshments

Come learn, connect, and be inspired by women who are pushing boundaries and creating change. Whether you're a student, developer, entrepreneur, or enthusiast, this is your moment to redefine what’s possible.

Save the date:

📅 April 26, 2025
📍 Nuna Ethiopia
🔗 Register now

Let’s shape the future together.

#IWD2025 #RedefinePossible #WTMEthiopia #WomenInTech

🚀 Dev Dialogue Returns with Another Power-Packed Session! 🚀

This week, get ready to meet Ibsa Abraham – Software Engineer at Google, Backend Specialist, and Community Tech Leader. 💻🌍

📅 Date: Sunday, April 27
🕒 Time: 8:00 – 9:00 PM GMT+3
📍 Where: Online

💡 What to Expect:

🔹 From AASTU to Google: A Journey of Grit & Growth ✈️
🔹 Engineering at Scale: Life as a Google Developer 👨‍💻
🔹 Mentorship & Impact: Leading Tech Education at A2SV 📚
🔹 Backend Development in Action: Real-World Lessons 💡
🔹 Empowering Communities through Tech Leadership 🤝

🔥 Meet the Guest – Ibsa Abraham

Ibsa is a highly driven software engineer currently working at Google Germany, after previously interning at Google Poland. His journey is a testament to resilience, community, and technical excellence.

Before joining Google, he served as Head of Education at A2SV, where he led initiatives in competitive programming and technical mentorship, empowering hundreds of students across Africa. He’s also worked at Eskalate as a project lead, where he delivered impactful backend systems, and served as a GitHub Campus Expert, promoting inclusive learning environments.

From backend APIs to mentorship, data science to open source—Ibsa's story is one of growth, purpose, and leadership.

🌟 Whether you're aspiring to work at top tech companies or passionate about giving back through tech, this session is your roadmap.

🔗 RSVP Now:👉 Secure Your Spot

💥 Be there. Be inspired. Be transformed. 💥

#DevDialogue #TechLeadership #SoftwareEngineer #GoogleDeveloper #A2SV #BackendDevelopment #Mentorship #GitHubCampusExpert #CareerInTech #DataScience #ImpactThroughTech #GDGOnCampus #IbsaAbraham #FromAASTUToGoogle #InspireThroughCode

👀 Who’s ready for tonight’s Dev Dialogue? We sure are! 🚀

Get ready to hear Ibsa Abraham’s inspiring journey from AASTU to Google and learn real-world tech lessons! 💻🔥

See you at 8:00 PM GMT+3 — don’t miss it!

And don’t forget to RSVP! 🔗

#DevDialogue #GDGOnCampus #GoogleDeveloper #IbsaAbraham

Dev Dialogue Has Officially Started!

Join Us: https://meet.google.com/ucq-sqvs-nbn

#DevDialogueHasStarted #GDGOnCampus

Ibsa is in the house!🔥

🚀From AASTU to becoming a Software engineer at Google, Berlin office.


Join Us: https://meet.google.com/ucq-sqvs-nbn

#DevDialogueHasStarted #GDGOnCampus

🚀 BASE BATCH Workshop — Addis Ababa 🚀

Get ready, Addis! 🇪🇹

We’re excited to host the first BASE BATCH Workshop — a hands-on event to kickstart your journey into building powerful onchain applications with Base 🔵

This workshop is part of the global Base Batch Buildathon initiative 🌍, designed to find and support the next wave of Web3 builders 🛠. You’ll learn how to build, deploy, and scale apps on Base, and get direct guidance on how to apply for the Base Batch program, where you can access incubators, Demo Day opportunities, and a share of up to $1M in funding 💸

🗓 Date: May 3, 2025
🕔 Time: 1:00 PM - 6:30 PM
📍 Venue: Magnolia Hotel, Addis Ababa

🔹 What to Expect:

-Full introduction to the Base Batch Global Buildathon: what it is, how to participate, and why it’s a huge opportunity 🚀
- Overview of the different tracks (AI 🤖, Stablecoins 💵, Mini-apps 📱, Entertainment 🎮, Showcase 🌟) and how to choose where to build
- Team formation sessions — connect with other Ethiopian builders 🤝 to form strong teams for Base Batch
-Hands-on coding experience — get a taste of building on Base with live technical guidance 🧑‍💻

Let’s put 🇪🇹 Ethiopia on the map for the next wave of onchain innovation! 🌍✨

👉 Register here: https://lu.ma/6bsuad99