How a Tech Bro Who Loves Football & Parties Still Made First Class in Computer Science

"I Didn't Even Know What First Class Was" | Tech Bro Graduates First Class in Computer Science What does it actually take to balance parties, football, gaming, and software development while graduating with a First Class degree in Computer Science? In this episode of Stories That Build, we sit down with Habib, a First Class Computer Science graduate and software developer from Kwara State University (KWASU). Habib breaks down the realistic, behind-the-scenes reality of university life: surviving the struggles of 100 level, avoiding harmful peer pressure, knowing when to party vs. when to lock in for 3 weeks before exams, and how discipline and consistency beat being a "born genius." Whether you're a student trying to protect your GPA, struggling with distractions, or building your own career path in tech, this candid conversation will give you actionable insights and proof that you can succeed without sacrificing your whole life. 📌 TIMESTAMPS / KEY HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 - Introduction: Meet Habib (First Class Computer Science Graduate) 01:09 - Stripping Off the Title: Who is Habib Behind the Grades? 03:06 - Why Computer Science? (Shifting from Engineering to Tech) 04:08 - The 100 Level Struggle: Fetching Water, Clearances, and Night Reading 07:11 - How to Balance Playing Football, Partying, and Studying 10:11 - Dealing with Hard Courses, "Automatons," and Exam Fear 12:44 - 3 Habits That Matter More Than Genius (Discipline & Knowing Yourself) 17:21 - What Happens 3 Weeks Before Exams: The "Hotel Room" Lock-In 19:40 - Why You Don't Need a Formal Mentor (Learning From Peers) 23:00 - The Biggest Mistake University Students Make Today 26:10 - Rapid Fire: Messi vs. Ronaldo & Playing Right Wing 27:23 - Step-by-Step Guide: How to Turn Around a Distracted Student 30:48 - The 4:00 AM Result Reveal: Becoming the First First Class in His Family 33:07 - The Secret to Achieving Your Goals (Roadmaps, Consistency & Prayer) 35:33 - The Biggest Myth About High Achievers ("We Do Have a Life!") 37:39 - The Part of His Story Students Need to Hear Most 40:35 - Message to Students Who Feel They Aren't "Good Enough" 43:15 - What Story He Is Building Next: Tech Career, Branding & Master's Degree 🔔 ABOUT OUR PODCAST: Welcome to Stories That Build! Hosted by Ka Abdul, we sit down with real people living exemplary lives to explore what happens behind the scenes. Our goal is to share practical strategies so you can apply them to your own journey and build a meaningful life. 💬 JOIN THE COMMUNITY: Subscribe, turn on notifications, and comment below: What is your biggest takeaway from Habib's journey? #StoriesThatBuild #FirstClass #ComputerScience #TechBro #StudentMotivation #Discipline #UniversityLife #KWASU