With diverse backgrounds and a commitment to continuous learning, their stories provide valuable insights into the benefits of upskilling and entering the dynamic field of product management.
Read the storyExplore the experiences of recent Upskill React graduates and see for yourself why joining the program is a smart investment in your future.
Read the storyWe met with Borislava Georgieva, HR Manager to learn more about our graduates' performance, career growth and contribution to the company.
Read the storyAs a university student majoring in Information Technologies, Martin Katsarov decided to augment his theoretical knowledge with real-world practical skills. The end goal – turning into a full-fledged software engineer and landing his first job quickly with a leading company that truly excites him. Today, he works as a software developer in GVC Services.
After graduating from the Technical University in Sofia with a major in Mechanical Engineering, Iliyan Gogov decided to pursue a different career path – diving into the business world and sales. Realizing his work was no longer a positive and challenging experience and driven by his passion for technology, Iliyan decided to make a change. He applied to Telerik Academy Alpha to become a sought-after software developer.
Alexander Georgiev is a passionate gamer who used to work in the gaming industry, coaching others and commenting on tournaments. At the age of 23 and with no previous programming experience, Alexander joined Telerik Academy Alpha in order to pursue a new career - this time in IT. Just a month after successfully completing the program, he joined Experian as a Junior Software Developer.
Valentin graduated from Coventry University with a degree in Sports Therapy, eager to make a positive impact. After starting his practice, he realized, however, this was not his true calling. So, Valentin decided to make a total career change, which brought him to Telerik Academy. He successfully completed the Alpha JavaScript program and shortly after that kickstarted his IT career at Tick42.
Aged 21 and studying at university, Krasimir Etov decided to join Telerik Academy Alpha .NET to attain the coding and soft skills companies demand and land his first job in IT. Less than a month after graduating from the program, he jumpstarted his career as a Junior Software Developer at Fourth – a leading provider of cloud-based forecasting and cost control software for the hospitality industry and a Telerik Academy partner.
Until 5 years ago, Svetla Ivanova’s educational and professional background had been entirely in the finance sector. After deciding to switch careers, she went from a finance expert to a software developer with the help of Telerik Academy. Shortly after graduating from our professional program for master junior talent, Svetla joined Bede Gaming and has been part of their software engineering team ever since.
The eleventh edition of the Forbes Business Awards 2022 took place on April 5, awarding the best companies in 12 categories. Telerik Academy won the award for Employer of the Year. Out of 46 applications, in the final, we were with two of the most recognizable names in the IT sector - Progress and VMware.
The Forbes Business Awards 2022 are just a few days away, and the finalists have already been announced. Telerik Academy is nominated in one of the most contested categories, "Employer of 2022".
"It is inspiring for us that annually around 600 people change their career path through our Alpha programs and become part of the most dynamic and future-proof industry or grow in their career with new practical skills." shared Alexandra Mechkova, our CEO.
Desislava Petrova shares about the profession of Student Success Coach - a role she holds at Telerik Academy. As part of the Soft Skills team, she helps the Alpha students to develop personal and communication skills in the 6-month programs for IT career start, including emotional intelligence, teamwork, receiving and giving feedback, etc.
Irina Lilova, our Talent Success Manager, shared valuable tips for creating a standout resume that will help you get noticed. Learn more in the interview for dev.bg.