Midweek Check-In: Communities for Non-Techies In Tech
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Hola, Dear Innovator š¤
Hope your week has been off to a great start?
Have you been up to anything new or itās business as usual? šš
This is a special shout-out to the non-techies in tech, the non-coders, the āother guysā group. Youāre da real deal!
From product managers to tech marketers, community builders to policy analystsānon-techies like you š«µ keep shaping and propelling the ecosystem forward, in both big and small ways.
Since communities are a great way for helping people feel seen, supported, and connected to something bigger than themselves, non-techies in tech arenāt left out of the party either.
If you're currently navigating tech (or thinking about getting into tech) without a technical background, here are some of the best communities to plug into for knowledge, networking, and opportunities š
1. No-Code Africa š
Who itās for: Entrepreneurs, marketers, and business people who want to build products without writing a single line of code.
What they do: They teach Africans how to create websites, apps, and automation using no-code tools like Bubble, Webflow, and Zapier.
Where to find them: Check out their website here for more deets.
2. Product Dive šāāļø
Who itās for: Anyone curious about product management in Africaās tech ecosystem.
What they do: They offer training, mentorship, and a strong community for aspiring and current product managers. If you dream of shaping the next big African startup, this is a good place to start.
Where to find them: The community page on their website will provide you all the info that you need.
3. Tech Marketers Hub š¢
Who itās for: Digital marketers, brand strategists, and growth hackers in tech.
What they do: This is where marketing meets tech. The community discusses strategies for scaling startups, running data-driven campaigns, and leveraging AI in marketing.
Where to find them: LinkedIn
4. Policy for Tech Africa āļø
Who itās for: Policy analysts, legal experts, and entrepreneurs navigating tech regulations.
What they do: They help businesses understand the policies shaping Africaās digital economyāeverything from fintech regulations to data privacy laws.
Where to find them: Their website and industry roundtables.
5. SMC DAO š°
Who itās for: Anyone interested in crypto, forex, DeFi, and the digital economy.
What they do: SMC DAO is a thriving community where traders, analysts, and finance enthusiasts share insights on capturing value in the evolving fintech space.
Where to find them: Their website and telegram community.
Tech is a village. Whether you're into strategy, marketing, policy, or product, thereās always space for you. Look into any of these communities and find your tribe! š„³
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The Innovatorās Watchlist:
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On Netflix: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind
In the movie, William Kamkwamba builds a wind turbine from scraps to save his village. Every African tech innovator needs to see how ingenuity + grit = impact, even without ideal conditions š Itās based on a true story.
On Spotify: Afrobility: Africa Tech & Business Podcast
This podcast is hosted by two ex-consultants who break down African tech trends with real-world data, startup case studies, and global comparisons. Itās like eavesdropping on two smart friends who are analysing the ecosystem, so you can build smarter and scale better.
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