What does the cryptic crossword clue "Techie type emerging when the power died finally (4)" mean?

The definition is "Techie type". The wordplay uses acrostic. last letters of "when the power died" = NERD; definition: "Techie type" The answer is NERD.

Techie type emerging when the power died finally (4)

Guardian Cryptic #28958 | 21 Across | 2023-01-04 flower

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