We are moving abroad thinking that there is no future in Nepal. It may not be in the interest of many to enter other countries, In the 21st century and the world is performing wonderful miracles in science, how long will we Nepalese continue to be enslaved in the Gulf? And how long will the state sustain its existence with remittances? If we really want to change the face of the country and live a dignified lifestyle in modern times, then the time has come for both the state and the citizens to think once and for all.
It has been years since the window was opened saying that there is immense potential in energy and tourism. However, the country and the people are still alive. Although never a top priority, there is one sector that has not only rapidly created employment in Nepal, but also created potential for the country’s prosperity. Today we are discussing the potential of the information technology sector and this sector in Nepal.
The field of information technology and its opportunities are huge. We have knowledge of many careers and we also have some awareness about the path of new emerging careers. Along with reading, it is important to know which field we like and embrace, and what are the possibilities of working in that field in Nepal and abroad.
Along with the development and expansion of internet in Nepal, many changes have taken place in the form of employment. As a result, traditional jobs are gradually being replaced by new ones. In this context, new and competitive employment is being created by making full use of modern information technology. No matter what faculty the students study in, from somewhere they get to join the IT institute.
In this story, we have also included those who have come forward as a career that is different from their mainstream. No one’s success is accomplished by the contribution of one’s family and educational environment. For that, it is equally important that the person has the ability to be patient, experimental knowledge, favorable environment and ability to take risks.
The field of information technology and its opportunities are huge. We have knowledge of many careers and we also have some awareness about the path of new emerging careers. Along with reading, it is important to know which field we like and embrace, and what are the possibilities of working in that field in Nepal and abroad. Looking at the current situation, there is a need for hardworking manpower in the field of information technology, i.e. IT, both domestically and internationally.
P.D. of Pulchowk Engineering Institute. According to Suvarna Shakya, IT is mainly divided into software and hardware. There are many supporting fields in it, in which a good career can be made.
IT is a huge field in itself. But even in countries that have reached the pinnacle of IT development, it is difficult to find the required manpower. It is said that there is one person equal to 10 jobs in the IT sector. Manpower is still insufficient as per the demand for work. A person has to do a lot of IT work.
What are the courses Available in Nepal?
The main IT courses under Tribhuvan University are BSc, CSIT and BIM. Eastern University has undergraduate level in Computer Engineering, Computer Applications (BCA), Computer Applications (Hons) and BIT. BE (Computer Engineering) is the main IT program of Kathmandu University.
Similarly, the undergraduate IT courses of Pokhara University include Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Engineering in Information Technology, Software Engineering and Computer Applications. Similarly, British College in Kathmandu, Islington College, Software College, Informatics College in Pokhara have been providing IT programs to foreign universities including UK.
What is your IT career In Nepal?
IT is a huge field in itself. But even in countries that have reached the pinnacle of IT development, it is difficult to find the required manpower. It is said that there is one person equal to 10 jobs in the IT sector. Manpower is still insufficient as per the demand for work. A person has to do a lot of IT work.
As the current IT companies are coordinating with DCPLE i.e. Design, Language, Marketing, Statistics Analysis and Management, etc., there is no compulsion to study IT in order to get a job in IT companies. IT students don’t just have to become software engineers. Apart from this, you can also earn a lot from your skills and creativity by engaging in gaming, interface design, etc. IT students can find work in many industries, such as software industry, financial institutions, healthcare, corporate organizations. Some of the ongoing career areas are good for IT students. Some of them are mentioned below.
Based on a survey of software development and testing career cast, the most sought after jobs in the global market right now are software development and testing. . Software developers can use any platform, such as VB. Net, Visual Basic (VB), Java, PHP, Delphi, Oracle, Business Intelligence etc.
Nowadays software companies have developed a lot. Software companies are succeeding in occupying a very large place in the world market. Dozens of software companies are doing a good job in Nepal as well. Software companies such as Deerwalk, Ditu Hakai, Yomiuri, EFWAN Soft are working for hundreds of Nepali manpower with good remuneration. Within Nepal, companies like Mercantile, Info Developers and Midas are working in the field of banking, finance and education. Those who make a career within Nepal can have a good platform in this and other companies.
Web Developer and Designer Carrier
The job of a web developer is to develop websites and web applications. Web developers can use any programming language. Such as PHP, SSP Net, SSP, JSP Paypal, Rubian Rails etc. PHP and ASP.net have a large area in Nepal. Most software companies consider PHP to be a platform. PHP web developers can earn big money by specializing in open source software such as Jumla WordPress, Duplicate Magento. Knowledge of PHP frameworks like Zend, CodelNitor, Cake PHP is good. There is a great need for PHP developers in software companies in Nepal.
The job of a web designer is to design a website. To become a web designer you need to have knowledge of Photoshop / Firefox HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Security. Attractive websites cannot be created without a web designer being creative. Many young people are now involved in web developers and designers in Nepal. Across the country, more than a hundred companies are providing web development facilities. There are also many home-based outsourcers. In web development and designing, Nepal is getting a minimum salary of Rs 15,000 to Rs 50,000.
Interface design
smartphones have now become an integral part of man. Now smartphones are doing more than a desktop. According to tech pundits, by 2015, mobiles will completely replace desktops and laptops to use the Internet. So now the websites to be created should be mobile websites. The main task of interface design is to design the interface of the website. An interface designer should be able to design according to the user’s needs.
Animation and QFX
Animation is a career that has not been affected by the economic downturn in the world market. Therefore, the inclination of the youth towards this career is increasing day by day. Various religious and historical films and documentaries are also based on animation. The use of animation in new technology movies is also increasing, whether it is to design various types of advertisements or to make cartoons. Due to this, its area is becoming wider. Most of the people who come to this field should not forget two things, that is – the scope of time and work behind the scenes.
If you want to build your career in this field, you should pay attention to the following. Must have creative ability, ability to learn new things, ability to withstand pressure, confidence and inclination towards art. There is a good potential for animation in Nepal. Companies including Maya and Blackbox are providing animation services even at the international level. Blackbox has said that it is doing animation up to Hadiwood. Demand for this specialty has grown significantly as a result of recent corporate scandals.
Mobile Application Development
Mobile application means software and various applications required for mobile. These applications come in the form of phones, but now that the use of the Internet has increased, various companies have begun to create app stores. In this store, users can upload their own applications. It’s not free, but it’s not too expensive. In this way, users can make a good career by developing applications according to their ability.
Mobile application development is one of the most sought after and fastest growing careers today. As mobile devices change, so do our access to business, communication, and information. Nowadays, the demand for new mobile application developers is huge.
The number of mobile application developers is increasing in Nepal. The Microsoft Innovation Center is also conducting trainings for mobile applications. Companies including Ncell are running national level app camps. About 2 dozen companies are making mobile applications for Android, iOS and Windows. However, due to the fact that smartphones are still not universally available in Nepal and the government and the private sector have not paid much attention to market promotion, the market for mobile applications has not been able to grow much.
Gaming In Nepal
Gaming means playing games and making games. To create any game, the user must have a good knowledge of C ++ and Java. At the same time, it is important to have the ability to be patient. If you want to make a career in it, it is better to start with software like Game Engine Designer which is available on the internet for free. If you want to play a game, it is easier to get help from a local agent. Now online game competitions have started with the help of internet. Engagemers has been competing in the country’s biggest gaming competition for the past four years.
Nepal seems to be completely dependent on outsourcing to play the game. The main problem now is the absence of local agents. Even companies based abroad should not only outsource in Nepal with a lot of thought, but also with a lot of research. Therefore, it is better to make a career in self-study at the beginning and then do an advanced course with the help of an institute.
System Administrator
A system administrator is a person responsible for managing an organization’s IT resources and materials. An organization needs people to set up server PC network, internet, backup, security and check. System administrators have great opportunities in ISPs, NGOs, INGOs, software companies, schools and colleges. To become a system administrator, one can study educational courses like CCMA, CCMP, SCSA, MCSA, MCSE.
System Analyst
The system analyst is responsible for the entire study of a system. They prepare the details of the software. Systems analysts have to deal with problems such as finding solutions, finding software and systems, and combining development with business. They also help programmers develop software. The demand for such skilled manpower in Nepal’s software companies is increasing day by day.
Project or Plan Manager
It is the job of the plan manager to manage the given projects or plans. It is the job of the plan manager to coordinate the communication plan with his clients and coordinate the management team, share the plan work with the team members and keep track of the progress of the plan.
SEO / SMM specialist
IT graduates can also work as specialists in search engine optimization and social media marketing. They need a lot of skills for online business and marketing, by listing them in search engines. They can use social media and networking tools like YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook etc. There is a growing demand for SEO experts around the world to advertise any product on the Internet.
Database Developer
To be a database developer, one must have a good knowledge of database design, SQL, as they help to create software, websites and web applications. The running database system has databases like MySQL, Oracle, MMSQL. You need to be proficient in these programs to work on the database. There is also a good demand for database developers in Nepal. Companies including Ditu Hakai are also publishing a lot of vacancies for database developers. If the work of data center, data warehouse, data mining goes ahead in Nepal, it will be an area of great potential.
QA (Quality Assurance)
Quality assurance offices work to ensure that the quality of software and web applications is good, and their main job is to make sure that the software is good. Only a few big companies are doing QQ work in Nepal.
Technical Writer
Technical Writer is responsible for documenting software and web applications and creating usage manuals.
There are many other careers for IT students in Nepal, such as graphics designer, system administrator, system engineer, database administrator, network engineer, animator, ethical hacker, network security specialist, hardware engineer and many more. Nowadays more and more new types of careers are emerging where there are limitless opportunities. Some writers living in Nepal are writing articles on international websites. Although this sector has not been developed in Nepal for a long time, the potential is good.
Social Media Management
Social media management is about connecting with everyone and sharing information together. Although it is not widely used in Nepal, new companies are gradually employing skilled manpower in social media management under the social media policy. A person who has studied management faculty is eligible to make a career in it. The right use of social media is to do online marketing, Gmail marketing. Cloud computing and other big companies in Nepal have started giving space to social media management.
What to pay attention to?
You need to have a good knowledge of the subject.
I had to be passionate about it.
I had to have the ability to work in a team.
There had to be creative power.
I had to have the power to think outside the book.
There had to be artistic knowledge.
We had to not give up even when we lost.
Where is the scope?
Based on conversations with experts, there is a huge market for software in Nepal. It has more scope as it can be easily exported to the world market. Here is a long list of outsourcing companies. The demand for mobile application developers and network administrators has increased. If the public sector in Nepal makes full use of IT, its demand will increase. Nepal still lacks skilled manpower.
There is a huge scope of website development in Nepal. Who can start work from a computer at home. Outsourcing is more likely. Dituhakai, Deerwalk, based in Nepal, has shown great potential in software development. Deerwalk has said that it will employ a thousand engineers in a few years. Similarly, the scope of IT is more in internet and mobile service providers.
Companies like NTC, Ncell, Worldlink, Subisu, Broadlink have provided employment to many. Similarly, thousands have found employment in call centers. The demand for IT experts is also increasing in the banking sector. Demand for this specialty has grown significantly as a result of recent corporate scandals. The demand for security is increasing due to hackers hacking websites and software. Even in the government sector of Nepal, there is more demand for IT technicians than before. The Public Service Commission has also started demanding computer engineers and IT.
Thus, the demand for IT is increasing in every sector. IT expert P.D. Suvarna Shakya says, ‘It’s time to be a programmer or a manager in IT, now is the time to do something on your own. Just like Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, Mark Zuckerberg. ‘
What college to choose?
There are IT programs from Nepali universities to foreign universities to study IT education. Such IT programs have been taught by government campuses and private colleges. But when choosing a college, it is important to pay attention to the following:
- Affiliation and accreditation
- Facilitation and Academic Support
- Internship and professional training
- Type-up and placement with IT industry
- study expenses
- Use of labs and technology
- Results and Performance
- IT career and scope
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