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Graphic Designer
by joseph kariuki 10 Nov '14

10 Nov '14

hi all I am looking for a graphic designer. Preferably fresh from campus or college. if you have any one in mind. Please contact me off list. Regards,

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GIS Systems Developer Job
by Allan 10 Nov '14

10 Nov '14

*GIS Systems Developer* - *SERVIR AFRICA PROJECT* The purpose of this position is to provide professional expertise in all aspects of geographic information systems development. *Justification* The primary responsibility of the GIS System Developer for SERVIR-Africa is to support the development and operations of SERVIR-Africa geospatial servers and applications, including the implementation of automation tools for data processing, archiving, extraction, integration and delivery. The position is for a mid-level specialist to support the SERVIR-Africa team and external clients with the production of geospatial information tools. The incumbent will organize and execute the activities needed to design and build applications to support geospatial data use and sharing. Using computer programming, he/she will create enhancements to existing GIS software, such as web-based applications, that are customized to users’ requests. The GIS System Developer will work with, and produce, standard SERVIR map and image data and other digital products. The custom tools to be delivered include, but are not limited to, data extraction, conversion, image manipulation, spatial queries, image rectification, data management, and creation of shape files and geo-databases. The GIS System Developer will be responsible for conducting basic tests on the code that he/she produces, and establish testing plans for the final products. He/she will document user requirements, produce system designs and implementation plans and technical documentation. The GIS System Developer will also provide technical support and training to application users. *Duties & Responsibilities* Under the supervision of the Director, RS, GIS and Mapping the main responsibilities are as follows: - Maintain, design, develop, enhance, debug, and implement geospatial applications (web-based, or standalone), to integrate models and model data into the SERVIR-Africa portal, or to deliver data to SERVIR-Africa clients. - Troubleshoots production problems related to GIS applications. - Research, test, build, and coordinate the conversion and/or integration of new components based on client requirements. - Produce system designs and implementation plans for software components and/or applications. - Perform rigorous testing of developed applications to ensure required functionality and performance requirements are met as well as ensuring compliance of developed systems with global and internal standards and data interoperability interfaces (e.g. OGC). - Collect, document and organize requirements (user interface, performance, system constraints, etc). - Advise RCMRD management and SERVIR CO on feasibility analysis of potential projects. - Produce technical documentation for geospatial applications. - Produce user manuals or other methods of user guidance (e.g. online help), as needed. - Conduct rigorous testing of tools and applications developed. - Provide technical assistance to application users. - Document, design, code, and test GIS solutions and GIS applications. - Engage in relevant training and outreach activities. - Participate in knowledge sharing mechanisms such as the SERVIR GIT Community of practice, hub-Exchange activities, as well as internal capacity building and knowledge exchange processes and practices implemented at RCMRD and the SERVIR network in matters of geospatial application development. *Required skills* - Proficient in the use of ArcGIS for desktop and server, open source GIS packages and corresponding developer tools. - Proficient in the development and use of scripts (Python and other relevant languages). - Proficient in the use of multiple data formats (shape files, image files, etc). - Proficient working in a Windows operating system environment. *Education* A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in GIS and computer science or equivalent professional working experience. *Experience* - Minimum 3 years experience in Geospatial Analysis (GA) and GIS software. - A geospatial analyst background or similar work experience is desired. - Computer programming expertise, preferably with multiple development and client platforms and object-oriented programming languages. - Experience with database management systems and using Structured Query Language (SQL). - Experience in mobile application development is an asset. * Contract Duration:* One (1) year renewable. *Applications should be addressed to: awahome(a)rcmrd.org <awahome(a)rcmrd.org>*

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Custom ROM for Tecno F7
by Brian Ngure 10 Nov '14

10 Nov '14

Hi All, I want to install a custom ROM on my Tecno F7. Any advice on which is the best custom ROM to use from the many out there and a quick howto would also help. First time I'm trying this. -- Regards Brian Ngure

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Zero shell UTM
by geoffrey gitagia 10 Nov '14

10 Nov '14

Hi All just bumped int this nifty software /firewall http://www.zeroshell.org/ Worth looking at in my opinion...also if you have zero budget like most IT departments hehe -- GG

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ISP Coverage in Kericho
by charles kungu 10 Nov '14

10 Nov '14

Hi ,, I have a client with branches in different towns in Kericho county 1. Litein 2. Londiani 3. Kipkelion 4. Fort Tenan 5. Sigowet 6. Sosiot 7. Kericho- Main Branch The client wants all the branches to be connected to the main office in Kericho then to the head office in Nairobi. Which is the best ISP with the best coverage in this region. -- Regards, C . K

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Hey How do I configure Orange White 3G Plus Modem on Ubuntu?
by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito 09 Nov '14

09 Nov '14

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Technology escrow: safeguard IP assets and ensure business continuity [with corrected link]
by Mbugua Njihia 09 Nov '14

09 Nov '14

It is said that software is eating the world and the data is available to back it with all sorts of acronyms such as SaaS and PaaS coming to the fore and defining the global shift to the proverbial cloud. This migration has also birthed new companies that are looking to deliver business efficiencies riding off these emergent technologies. However, the move from legacy systems by older enterprises and the adoption of new technology by freshly minted businesses faces one major stumbling block; that of business continuity - http://www.mbuguanjihia.com/business/technology-escrow-safeguard-ip-ensure-… ᐧ

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Technology escrow: safeguard IP assets and ensure business continuity
by Mbugua Njihia 09 Nov '14

09 Nov '14

It is said that software is eating the world and the data is available to back it with all sorts of acronyms such as SaaS and PaaS coming to the fore and defining the global shift to the proverbial cloud. This migration has also birthed new companies that are looking to deliver business efficiencies riding off these emergent technologies. However, the move from legacy systems by older enterprises and the adoption of new technology by freshly minted businesses faces one major stumbling block; that of business continuity - http://www.mbuguanjihia.com/business/technology-escrow-safeguard-ip-ensure-… l ᐧ

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Vmware snapshots
by caroline mungai 09 Nov '14

09 Nov '14

Hey I lost data, guru in vmware out there kindly how to clone snapshots from vmware I recover from there. Thank you.

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by Bosco Wambua 07 Nov '14

07 Nov '14

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