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Alumni stories

Soumi Pal Basu

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Senior Quality Analyst

Sonata Software

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Senior Quality Analyst

Doodleblue Innovations

Introduction

Residing in the vibrant city of Bangalore, I embarked on my professional journey as an engineering graduate in Electronics and Communication. My career took its first steps at IDMIA, where I was deeply involved in software engineering tasks for nearly five years. However, life’s transitions, including marriage and relocation, necessitated a career pause. This break, rather than becoming a roadblock, served as a launchpad for my next career phase, thanks to a strategic decision to upskill in Full Stack Development.

Enrollment Decision and Career Goals

The decision to take a hiatus from my professional life wasn’t easy, especially knowing the rapid pace at which technology evolves. Determined to not let this break hinder my career trajectory, I chose to upskill myself in an area that was both challenging and full of opportunities: Full Stack Development. Simplilearn’s Full Stack Java Developer Masters Program was my course of choice, aiming not just to brush up on my existing skills but to acquire new ones that would set me apart in the competitive tech landscape of Bangalore.

My Experience with Simplilearn

Simplilearn’s blended learning approach, combining live and recorded sessions, provided the flexibility I needed to balance learning with personal commitments. The 24×7 lab assistance was invaluable, allowing me to dive deep into projects at my own pace and on my schedule. What stood out most were the industry-relevant projects included in the curriculum, which prepared me for the practical challenges I would face in the tech world. This learning journey was not just about acquiring knowledge; it was about growing, overcoming obstacles, and preparing for the future.

Rogelio Lotho

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Software Developer

Los Alamos National Laboratory

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Software Developer

GOT NEW PROJECTS

As documented by Rogelio Lotho

I am an IT professional with over two decades of experience. I am currently living in New Mexico and for the past four years, I have been working at Los Alamos National Laboratory under the Department of Energy as a software developer. My duties include software maintenance in PHP, Node.js, Mern and .net. I also maintain various applications, which includes app and web development and upgradation. 

I am a self-taught developer, and I realized that I was lacking a solid foundation in software development, so I decided to take a course. 

My work revolves around handling various applications. Currently, I am handling five different applications in .NET, PHP, and other programming languages. With very little knowledge about new and emerging technologies, I was facing significant challenges at work. But now I have seen a difference in myself; I am able to perform these tasks better and more efficiently. 

I am confident that completing the course will help me get recognized at my company. 

Professional Journey

I am an IT professional with over two decades of experience in the field. I am originally from the Philippines, graduated from a school in the Philippines, and I have lived and worked in various countries.

I relocated to Australia during the initial days of my career. After that, I moved to Europe and worked in Germany for some time. I got a job in Zurich, Switzerland as a Micro Strategist in 1999. 

I moved to the United States a year later in 2000 and started working small jobs in the IT sector. I started working with Pepperdine University as a web and multimedia developer in 2005. In 2014, I earned a Masters in Business Administration from the same university. I worked there until 2015.

I started working with Wells Fargo in 2017 as a .NET developer and as a Senior Associate Analytics Developer in 2018 where I developed an API controller for a customer survey system. 

The Decision to Upskill

My background in software development is mostly self-taught; I don’t really have a solid foundation. Before I enrolled in the course, I had very little knowledge about Angular, Java, Full Stack, and Cloud. I really wanted to enhance my knowledge and I thought a course might be helpful. 

I chose Simplilearn because my company requires me to attend a course from a U.S.-recognized university, otherwise they won’t consider it during internal interviews, and Caltech CTME is a well-known university. My company approved the course and that is when I enrolled in the Simplilearn program. 

Another reason I chose this particular course was the excellent curriculum. All the technologies that I wanted to learn were being covered, which helped me choose this course.

Daniel Altufaili

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IT infrastructure oprations

Johnson Electric

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IT infrastructure oprations

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This program helped him broaden his knowledge and significantly encouraged him to keep upskilling and enhancing his intelligence

As documented by Daniel Altufaili

I am an IT professional from the United States with six years of work experience. I have a degree in electronics engineering. 

My Professional Journey

I am a passionate IT infrastructure operations professional with a vast knowledge of server hardware and software. I have worked with Johnson Electric in the IT infrastructure operations field since the start of my career. I have always worked well under pressure and have been noted as someone who gets things done. With over six years of experience in the IT field, I have worked in many different countries like Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, and the United States. I strive to offer the best solutions to the clients and team members I work with, whether in their current environment or new servers. My goal is to give them the most cost-effective and stable system available.

Choosing to Upskill

I decided to upskill with the Automation Testing Master’s Program offered by Simplilearn to improve performance in my current role because I wanted to help bridge the knowledge between teams in my company. This course definitely helped me do that. I have always been enthusiastic about IT and learning various aspects of the domain. This program was a decision made to enhance my IT knowledge and advance my professional performance. I am also working on IoT and ML projects with the help of the skills and knowledge I acquired through this course.

Farzhana

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Embedded Software Engineer

OTTY.IO PVT LTD

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Autosar Engineer

Bosch India

As documented by Farzhana

Learning new technologies was the only way I could achieve my goal of becoming an electronics engineer. Thanks to Simplilearn, I was able to start on the path to making my dream come true. Joining Simplilearn was the turning point in my career in electrical engineering and related fields. 

The Journey

I was passionate about electronics engineering and wanted to work in the embedded field. So, in 2016, I started my career as a trainee for an internship at Keltron Controls Aor. Further, in 2021, I was hired as an embedded engineer by Aester India Pvt Ltd. 

To upskill myself, I joined the Automation Testing Masters Program with Simplilearn. After completing the course, I landed a job as an Autosar Engineer at Xpheno. Here I got an 80% salary increment over my previous role.

The Challenge

Although I loved working as an embedded engineer at Aester India Pvt Ltd, I wanted to add skills to my profile. This was the only way to get a high-paying and satisfying job role. So, I decided to upgrade my skills and knowledge to explore new job opportunities. To get a professional certificate, which represented my expertise and helped me advance my engineering career and improve my pre-existing knowledge, I decided to join the Simplilearn master’s program for Automation Testing.

Simplilearn Solution

I found Simplilearn online and enrolled myself in the Automation Testing Masters Program. It was one of my best choices to enrol in this excellent course. I learned a lot and found it much easier because the instructors were experts in their fields. Learning was simple, and every concept was clearly explained, making it more engaging and enjoyable. 

Himanshu Singh

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Blockchain Architect

Quagnitia Systems Pvt. Ltd

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Blockchain Lead

Rapid Innovation

As documented by Himanshu Singh

The thought of learning more about blockchain technology led me to pursue the Professional Certificate in Blockchain from IIT Kanpur by Simplilearn, and even before completing the course, I got a new job with a 90% salary increase!

My Career Journey So Far

I started as an entrepreneur but eventually moved to IT and worked at Ordor Private Limited as a Full Stack Developer. I gathered over six years of experience in web development, full stack development, backend development, and more. 

I joined Quagnitia Systems Pvt Ltd as a Blockchain Architect and moved to blockchain technology early this year. I worked there for three months before joining Rapid Innovation as Full Stack Blockchain Developer, and now I am a Blockchain Lead.

The Challenge

Blockchain technology was new to me, and I wanted to learn more about it. I joined Quagnitia Systems Pvt Ltd as a Blockchain Architect in January 2022. I wanted to upskill myself in order to perform better at my job. Apart from that, I was also looking for a promotion and salary hike, so I chose to update my knowledge with Professional Certification in Blockchain Technology from Simplilearn. 

The Simplilearn Solution

After going through the numerous Simplilearn reviews and the high Simplilearn rating, I decided to go forward with the program. I really enjoyed the blended learning sessions. The combination of live classes and self-learning videos was very helpful. I could learn at my own pace. Also, the curriculum was very comprehensive and strong. The instructors were great and cleared all the complex concepts for us.  

Roshan Shambharkar

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Fresher

Fresher

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Investment Managers

DSP Mutual Fund

As documented by Roshan Shambharkar

Wanting to break into the field of full-stack development, I took Simplilearn’s Full Stack Developer Program and landed an entry-level job with a 6 LPA package!

My Career Journey So Far

I graduated in Electronics & Communication from Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University in 2021. After finishing my studies, I developed an interest in Full Stack development and wished to pursue a career in the same. After completing Simplilearn’s Full Stack Developer Program, I currently work as a full stack developer at DSP Investment Manager. 

The Challenge 

Since I wanted to acquire the latest skills and advanced knowledge in full-stack development to build my career in that direction, upskilling and certification were the best way for me to go ahead. Therefore, I chose Simplilearn to upskill myself and opted for the Full Stack Developer Course that came with the Job Guarantee Program. 

The Simplilearn Solution

After going through the great reviews, I chose Simplilearn because it stood out from other platforms for its Job Guarantee. The course had a well-organized comprehensive curriculum covering all the front-end, back-end, and full-stack development areas. The industry experts were great with their pedagogy of providing practical exposure to market insights of different organizations.

Akshay Eranjadath

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Fresher

Fresher

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Associate Test Engineer

SLB

As documented by Akshay Eranjadath

I am Akshay Eranjadath, a young technology enthusiast from Kerala, India. After completing my Bachelor’s in Computer Science, I was unclear about my career ahead. At that time, I came across a specialization program offered in my field. Considering that upskilling is always beneficial and would surely help me secure the desired job, I went on to go for learning with Simplilearn. The benefits were evident in the form of securing a new job within two months of completing the course. 

The Journey 

I completed my BSc in Computer Science from Farook College, Calicut. The next step after graduation was complete confusion about a future career path, which is highly common in the Indian population. However, I feel great to timely decide my career path. I enrolled in a Master’s Program in Full Stack Java Development offered by Simplilearn and started my e-learning journey. After completing the course, I began my professional journey, which was my career’s first job with Schlumberger as an Associate Test Engineer. 

The Challenge 

The confusion after graduation overwhelmed me with loads of courses available on the internet. What I needed the most was a valid certification with an in-depth understanding and practicality to enhance my skills. I wanted to utilize my previous knowledge and combine the new learnings to develop better in my profession. 

Simplilearn Solution

Choosing Simplilearn came out to be fruitful. The high-quality facilities were available from the first day, which made my overall learning experience very nice. The way the mentors taught us was unique. They provided online live classes as well as self-learning resources. The best thing was the recorded videos of live classes; they helped me to revise the portions covered in live classes. 

Furthermore, there is an option to ask doubts during the class. With the helpfulness of mentors, this facility was one of the best features. The career mentor also guided me through placement-concerned doubts. The immediate responses, irrespective of the contact time, earned him loads of my respect for his dedication to work. I want to thank Simplilearn for helping me upskill and get a job. From not knowing how to code in Java to earning the Full Stack Java Developer certificate, it was an adventurous journey for me. As mentioned in the course, it is actually suited for beginners. 

Dilip Sharma

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AEM QA and Publisher

Accenture Digital

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AEM Senior QA & Publisher

Luminescent Digital

As documented by Dilip Sharma 

The rising demand for full-stack developers intrigued my interest. An IT background and several years of experience in the industry were all I had to my credit. I pursued the Simplilearn Java Full Stack Developer course intending to change my career domain to a full stack developer. As a result, I landed a new job with a 50% salary increment!

My Career Journey So Far

I completed my graduation and post-graduation from the University of Mumbai. I hold a Master’s degree in M Sc. Information Technology. I currently work as AEM Senior Quality Analysis at Enfuse Solutions Pvt Ltd, and that’s all because I chose to upskill myself from the Full Stack Java Developer course from Simplilearn. 

The Challenge

I wanted to switch my career domain to full stack developer as it is undoubtedly a blooming field with immense job prospects. And to fulfil this goal, I decided to enhance my knowledge and get certified. I came across the Java Full Stack Developer course after reading the great Simplilearn reviews. 

The Simplilearn Solution

I am a certified Java Stack Developer today, all thanks to Simplilearn. The course was well-structured, with industry-relevant projects at the end of every concept. The top-notch pedagogy of various industry experts helped develop my understanding of the current market trends and tools. The live lectures were quite interactive, and the instructors were extremely knowledgeable in their fields.

Moreover, the blended learning feature, where I could attend both the live and recorded classes, was a boon for working professionals like me. I also liked that the Simplilearn customer support was active 24×7 to solve my queries whenever I needed their guidance. 

Avinash Parakhiya

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Associate Software Engineer

Galaxy Weblinks Inc

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Associate Software Engineer

GOT NEW PROJECTS

As documented by Avinash Parakhiya 

The need to find higher-paying opportunities led me to pursue Simplilearn’s Full Stack Java Developer Job Guarantee Program, and I landed a new job with a 50% salary hike.

My Career Journey So Far

I am a Mechanical Engineering Graduate from Gujarat Technological University. I also have a diploma in Advanced Computing. After completing my studies, I worked as an intern with Sattvam Soft, after which I joined LogicBuzz Infotech as a Back-end Developer last year. 

Since I wanted to be a software developer, I decided to upskill via Simplilearn. I am currently working as an Associate Software Engineer with Galaxy Weblinks Inc. 

The Challenge

While working as a back-end developer, I started searching for more professional opportunities and a higher-paying job. That is when I realized that software development is a field that has immense opportunities and it pays well. 

So, I started applying to various companies, but I quickly understood that I lacked certain skills needed to be a software developer. Since my education was in mechanical engineering, I knew very little about software development. That’s when I decided to upskill myself, and I began my research on the internet.  

The Simplilearn Solution

I was looking for a platform that would help me learn the basics of Java and other programming languages. I wanted to learn everything from scratch. I came across Simplilearn’s Full Stack Java Developer Program, and I really liked the curriculum. I also saw that the program comes with a job guarantee. So, I decided to take this course.

I am so lucky to have joined the program. I really liked the flexibility of the schedule as it didn’t hamper my job. I could learn while working full-time. The classes were on weekends and in the evenings, so it was really helpful.

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