KakaComputer : Weekly Guide for IT Insights

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>> Episodes Drop Tuesday and Thursday Morning >> "🎙️ Dive into the digital world with KakaComputer! 💻 Your go-to podcast for tech tips, IT insights, and the latest in computing. Whether you're a newbie or a pro, we've got something for everyone. Tune in and level up your tech game!"

  1. 160 - Vertical vs. Horizontal Deciding Your Next Big Career Pivot

    2D AGO

    160 - Vertical vs. Horizontal Deciding Your Next Big Career Pivot

    Career growth isn’t always about climbing higher—sometimes it’s about branching out. In this episode, we explore the difference between vertical moves (promotions) and horizontal pivots (lateral moves or skill expansion). Our guests share how to evaluate your skills, goals, and the opportunities available to make a pivot that aligns with both your career aspirations and personal fulfillment. THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY: Agora: https://www.agora.io/ KAKACOMPUTER PODCAST YouTube: /KakaComputer Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34U0tp1tNHJyhtmY0tUlm7?si=95ad335749034c44 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/KaKaComputer Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/kakacomputer/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kakacomputer.podcast Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eaff2c7e-b420-473b-b2ab-78c189a6b3c6/kakacomputer-weekly-guide-for-it-insights Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/KaKaComputer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kakacomputer.podcast/ Website: https://kakacomputer.com/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kakacomputer.podcast This episode is edited by: Mirshen Mabesa

    22 min
  2. 159 - AMA A Tech Veteran Answers Students’ Questions.

    4D AGO

    159 - AMA A Tech Veteran Answers Students’ Questions.

    What happens when tech students are given just 30 minutes to prepare for an interview with a seasoned professional? In this episode, curiosity meets experience as students ask the questions they wish they could ask in class—about careers, mistakes, skills that actually matter, and what the industry looks like from the other side. Expect candid answers, unexpected insights, and lessons you won’t find in a syllabus. THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY:Agora: https://www.agora.io/ KAKACOMPUTER PODCASTYouTube: /KakaComputerSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34U0tp1tNHJyhtmY0tUlm7?si=95ad335749034c44 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/KaKaComputer Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/kakacomputer/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kakacomputer.podcast Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eaff2c7e-b420-473b-b2ab-78c189a6b3c6/kakacomputer-weekly-guide-for-it-insights Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/KaKaComputer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kakacomputer.podcast/ Website: https://kakacomputer.com/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kakacomputer.podcast This episode is edited by:Bea Blando

    26 min
  3. 158 - Imposter Syndrome for Students: You Belong Here

    MAR 4

    158 - Imposter Syndrome for Students: You Belong Here

    Ever feel like everyone else in your lecture hall knows exactly what’s going on, and you’re just one "oops" away from being exposed as a fraud? You aren’t alone. In this episode, we tackle the all-too-common Imposter Syndrome that plagues students from freshman year to thesis defense. We break down why high achievers feel this way, the difference between humility and self-sabotage, and practical steps to internalize your successes so you can actually enjoy your academic journey. THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY: Agora: https://www.agora.io/  KAKACOMPUTER PODCAST YouTube:   /KakaComputer Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34U0tp1tNHJyhtmY0tUlm7?si=95ad335749034c44  Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/KaKaComputer  Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/kakacomputer/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kakacomputer.podcast  Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eaff2c7e-b420-473b-b2ab-78c189a6b3c6/kakacomputer-weekly-guide-for-it-insights  Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/KaKaComputer  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kakacomputer.podcast/  Website: https://kakacomputer.com/  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kakacomputer.podcast  This episode is edited by: Mirshen Mabesa

    22 min
  4. 157 - Tech Student-Leaders: Advice for 2026

    MAR 2

    157 - Tech Student-Leaders: Advice for 2026

    A forward-looking episode focused on career growth. Bridging the gap between being a "Student Ambassador" or "Hackathon Winner" and getting that first full-time job. THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY: Agora: https://www.agora.io/  KAKACOMPUTER PODCAST YouTube:   /KakaComputer Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34U0tp1tNHJyhtmY0tUlm7?si=95ad335749034c44  Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/KaKaComputer  Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/kakacomputer/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kakacomputer.podcast  Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eaff2c7e-b420-473b-b2ab-78c189a6b3c6/kakacomputer-weekly-guide-for-it-insights  Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/KaKaComputer  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kakacomputer.podcast/  Website: https://kakacomputer.com/  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kakacomputer.podcast  This episode is edited by: Beatrice Blando

    22 min
  5. 156 - Born Online: Growing Up With Wi-Fi, Social Media, and a Laptop for School

    FEB 25

    156 - Born Online: Growing Up With Wi-Fi, Social Media, and a Laptop for School

    For those born in 2000 and beyond, the internet was never a discovery — it was the default setting of life. Wi-Fi wasn’t a luxury; it was infrastructure. Childhood meant watching tutorials on YouTube instead of waiting for classroom instruction, building friendships and communities on Discord, consuming trends and ideas through TikTok, and collaborating on schoolwork through Google Docs. Learning became instant, visual, and on-demand. Questions were answered by search bars before teachers. Curiosity was fed by algorithms. And just as Gen Z began entering the workforce, tools like ChatGPT emerged, accelerating how they research, write, code, and think. In this episode, we explore how growing up constantly connected shapes attention spans, ambition, problem-solving styles, career expectations, and leadership potential. Are Gen Z professionals more adaptive and resourceful — or more dependent on digital scaffolding? And what does this mean for the future of IT teams, innovation, and mentorship? THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY:Agora: https://www.agora.io/ KAKACOMPUTER PODCASTYouTube: /KakaComputerSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34U0tp1tNHJyhtmY0tUlm7?si=95ad335749034c44 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/KaKaComputer Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/kakacomputer/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kakacomputer.podcast Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eaff2c7e-b420-473b-b2ab-78c189a6b3c6/kakacomputer-weekly-guide-for-it-insights Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/KaKaComputer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kakacomputer.podcast/ Website: https://kakacomputer.com/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kakacomputer.podcast This episode is edited by:Mirshen Mabesa

    23 min
  6. 155 - From Idea to Deployment: Niche is the Winning Formula

    FEB 23

    155 - From Idea to Deployment: Niche is the Winning Formula

    Breaking down the winning solution. How did they combine AWS and Agora to solve a problem? We discuss the pressure of the hackathon and the architecture of their win.

    24 min
  7. 154 - Beyond Latency: The State of Real-Time Engagement

    FEB 18

    154 - Beyond Latency: The State of Real-Time Engagement

    A deep dive into what Agora actually is and why "Real-Time Engagement" (RTE) is the backbone of modern apps. We discuss the tech scene in the Philippines and what Agora looks for in developers.

    23 min
  8. 153 - The Emerging Campus Leaders (Agora Student Ambassador - Community Focus)

    FEB 16

    153 - The Emerging Campus Leaders (Agora Student Ambassador - Community Focus)

    A chat about the soft skills required to lead a tech community. How do ambassadors bridge the gap between a global tech giant and a local university campus?

    21 min
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>> Episodes Drop Tuesday and Thursday Morning >> "🎙️ Dive into the digital world with KakaComputer! 💻 Your go-to podcast for tech tips, IT insights, and the latest in computing. Whether you're a newbie or a pro, we've got something for everyone. Tune in and level up your tech game!"

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