A CedHER Guide for Women Ready to Take the First Step Into Tech; With or Without Coding Skills
Feeling Lost in the Tech World?
You’ve probably heard it a hundred times: “Tech is the future.”
But here’s the truth: tech isn’t just the future; it’s your future, too.
If you’ve ever thought:
- “I’m not technical.”
- “I don’t know where to begin.”
- “Tech feels too advanced for someone like me.”
Then this guide is for you.
At CedHER Global, we believe African women deserve a place in the tech revolution, not just as users, but as builders, thinkers, and leaders. But we know the hardest part is starting.
Let’s break it down; no fluff, no jargon.
Step 1: Understand What “Tech” Really Means
Tech is more than coding. It includes:
- Design (UI/UX)
- Data & analytics
- Product management
- Digital marketing
- Cybersecurity
- AI and automation
- Tech sales and customer success
You don’t need to be a math genius or a programmer to thrive in tech.
You just need the right path, and that’s where we come in.
Step 2: Pick a Path That Aligns With You
Instead of jumping into random tutorials, start with self-discovery.
Ask yourself:
- Do I enjoy solving problems or organizing?
- Am I more visual and creative?
- Do I love helping people or explaining things?
This helps you choose a path based on your natural strengths, not peer pressure.
Step 3: Learn One Skill, One Tool, One Hour a Day
You don’t need to buy a MacBook or quit your job.
You just need:
- 1 learning platform: YouTube, Coursera, FreeCodeCamp, Skillshare, or LinkedIn Learning
- 1 beginner tool: Try Figma for design, Notion for project management, or Power BI for data
- 1 hour a day: That’s all it takes to build momentum
CedHER Recommendation:
Start with free courses before you invest money. Learning at your own pace reduces pressure.
Step 4: Practice in Public
Once you’ve learned a bit, apply it. Share your process. Talk about your wins. Post your projects on LinkedIn, Instagram, or inside CedHER’s community.
When you practice in public:
- You build credibility
- You attract opportunities
- You stay consistent
Step 5: Plug Into a Supportive Tech Community
You can’t grow in isolation. That’s why CedHER exists.
Inside our free community:
- You’ll access workshops and webinars
- You’ll meet African women just like you
- You’ll get personalized guidance from mentors
- You’ll find scholarships, career tips, and more
Don’t wait to be ready, just be willing.
Here’s Your Beginner Blueprint
- Pick your path → Take the career quiz
- Choose one tool → Try Figma, Trello, Notion, or Canva
- Learn daily → Free online courses are gold
- Practice out loud → Post your wins
- Join the CedHER community → Support makes all the difference
You don’t need permission to start.
You don’t need to be perfect.
You just need to say, “I’m ready to try.”
Whether you’re 17 or 47, tech is for you.
And CedHER will walk with you step by step.
