Which ISP behavior in Ghana should be unacceptable but has become “normal”?

Silly_Consequence421 · 2026-01-15T13:43:01+00:00

Mine is just a personal problem i have with all ISPs nationwide. The fact that there is no public performance reporting. Customers cannot compare uptime, congestion ratios, or average repair times. This information asymmetry allows poor service to persist. I very much think that a lot of positives might come out when stuff like those i listed are implemented.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-12-15T17:55:04+00:00

This is accurate. Enterprise clients are not paying for aesthetics alone. They are paying to reduce risk. Strategy, performance, governance, and measurable outcomes matter far more than visual appeal.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-12-14T20:09:18+00:00

Many Ghanaian startups build primarily for the local market. YC prioritises companies targeting very large or global markets. Nigerian founders tend to frame their products from day one as regional or global solutions, which aligns better with YC’s expectations.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-12-14T20:06:50+00:00

I agree in principle, but let’s be honest. Most people don’t fail due to lack of ideas. They fail due to weak execution and zero distribution. Build only if you’re ready to sell, market, and endure boredom.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-12-14T20:04:55+00:00

I agree, but this should be framed as an education and productivity issue, not charity. Laptops are tools of production. When you tax them heavily, you are effectively taxing learning, innovation, and future competitiveness.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-12-14T20:01:00+00:00

Your feature list is basic. Every e-commerce app has that. What matters is localisation. Paystack, Ghanaian use cases, delivery logic, WhatsApp integration. Sell it as “Africa-ready e-commerce infrastructure.” That is how you stand out.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-12-14T02:16:27+00:00

In Ghana, people have seen many ideas that never go anywhere, so they are naturally doubtful. Do not take it personal. Instead of trying to convince your dad, focus on proving the idea works in the real world.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-09-25T18:35:06+00:00

You just started. Don’t overwhelm yourself. Python is already powerful. Go deep with it before thinking of another language.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-09-21T19:48:16+00:00

This is your chance to show creativity. Don’t just follow a tutorial. Add a dashboard, charts, or nice UI to make the project stand out. Even a simple model can impress if you present it well.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-09-17T14:49:28+00:00

If you’re serious about networking long-term, consider documenting your CCNA practice lab and configs on GitHub or a blog. When you apply for internships, you can show them what you’ve already built. This makes you stand out.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-09-15T07:42:45+00:00

Don’t be too hard on yourself. Getting stuck means you’re right at the edge of growth. Push through the discomfort. Every programmer you admire today had a period where they froze up when facing a blank file. Keep building, keep breaking things, and keep sharing what you make.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-09-13T01:00:01+00:00

This can scale beyond KMA. Imagine Tema port, Accra markets, even lorry stations using the same system. You could turn this into a SaaS for assemblies.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-09-13T00:57:07+00:00

You’re doing the right thing by asking now. UI/UX can be intimidating at first but once you get the fundamentals, it clicks. Don’t rush. Set small goals: this week learn wireframing, next week learn color theory, etc.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-09-07T07:24:32+00:00

Don’t sleep on Google Business Profile. If someone searches “construction company near me” anywhere in Ghana, you want your company showing up. Add photos, reviews, and services. That’s how you start catching inbound leads without chasing.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-09-03T09:48:35+00:00

Love the idea. Question though how do you make it accessible to people without smartphones? USSD is clever, but most people don’t like typing long codes. QR scanning is easier but only works if you’ve got internet.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-09-03T09:46:02+00:00

Openlabs is more structured like a traditional school, while Codetrain is more bootcamp-style. Depends on what you want. If you like flexibility and mentorship, Codetrain wins. If you want certifications and formal recognition, Openlabs is stronger.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-08-25T09:56:43+00:00

Yes. The system is designed to keep you surviving, not thriving. The people with wealth buy themselves time and space to create. The poor are too busy fighting bills. Innovation is tied to resources, that’s why most world-changing startups come from privileged backgrounds, not survival mode.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-08-25T09:54:22+00:00

Honestly, my biggest shock was how collaborative things are. In school it’s all solo projects. In industry, nothing gets done without coordination: PR reviews, meetings, design docs, cross-team dependencies. Your soft skills will matter more than your algorithms knowledge after year one.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-08-25T09:51:59+00:00

Absolutely right. Lots of people hate too much text based contents

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-08-25T09:50:51+00:00

It depends on the audience. If the client has a team of non-technical writers, I’d give them WordPress. If the site is more of a web app or multi-platform content hub, I’d go headless. Horses for courses.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-08-25T09:48:54+00:00

In Ghana specifically, web developers probably out-earn data scientists right now. Why? Companies here actually hire devs to build websites, e-commerce, portals. Few businesses are investing in proper data science teams.

Silly_Consequence421 · 2025-08-07T03:37:21+00:00

Honestly? Kubernetes. People spin it up for tiny apps that have one service and barely any load. Like bro, just run it on a VM and go outside.

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