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Hello, Angel! Can you introduce yourself with a few words for the readers of our blog?

Hello, my name is Angel Buzov and I’m from Gotse Delchev. I have been actively engaged in programming for about 2 years, a few months ago I graduated from Software University and now I am a Junior Java Developer

What attracted you to programming and do you have a favorite programming language?

I’ve always had a great interest in computers and how things work in the background. That was the main reason I started programming. I have studied several languages, but my favorite is Java, it’s easy to write, has good documentation, and runs on all platforms.

Why did you choose Software University and what was the atmosphere during the training?

I chose Software university because the training is extremely innovative and modern, the new trends in the technological world are monitored and the training program is being updated along with them. Everything is “straight to the point”. Moreover, something that I think is extremely important is that much emphasis is put on practice rather than on dry theories

What was the biggest difficulty for you during the program?

I do not think I had any major difficulties. Only my first attempt with object-oriented programming was a little more complicated, but with hard work, everything was accomplished

What skills did you acquire at the Software University, in addition to programming?

I have been able to get teamwork skills. It seems easy at first glance, but to reconcile all the different ideas and opinions of the team is a rather complex task. Also, I learned to be organized and not to leave things for the last minute.

Did the Software University Diploma help you to find a realization?

I started looking for a job before my diploma was ready. I think that not the diploma, but the acquired skills and what you are showing in a job interview are the things that help to find a professional realization.

How do you see yourself after 5 years?

After 5 years I see myself as a programmer with even more knowledge and experience.

Finally, what will you advise all future students who are about to start learning at the Software University?

My advice to them is NOT to give up. No matter how difficult a problem seems to be, it always has a solution. That’s why they have to believe in themselves and do not stop trying!

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In our rubric, we share with you inspiring interviews with our most successful students to learn more about them – how they have found out that programming is in their blood, what motivates them to grow, which were their biggest obstacles, and other interesting questions.

How did Evegeni’s adventure in the world of programming begin, don’t miss out on reading in the next paragraphs!

Hello, Evgeni! Can you introduce yourself with a few words for the reader of our blog?

My name is Evgeni Viyachev. I’ve graduated from the Sofia High School of Mathematics and afterward UASG as a construction engineer. I have a year and a half old son.

What appealed to you to programming and do you have a favorite programming language?

In high school, I made my first steps towards programming with C++. Afterward, I applied for “Computer sciences” at Sofia University and I was accepted amongst the top 10 people. After all, I chose construction engineering and graduated with my master’s degree in UASG. At some point, I was just tired of the conservative environment in construction and went back to my first passion – programming. I enrolled in the Software University and this is how my adventure has begun all over again. My favorite language is C# and I am mostly oriented towards .NET technologies.

Which course from the program was the most useful for you and why?

The OOP and Quality Programming Code were the most useful for me. I think that they are the foundation for the career of every software developer. I was sincerely happy with the Database (SQL) course.

Why did you choose the Software University and what was the atmosphere during your education?

I chose the Software University, because of the opportunity for a comparatively quick start of my career, as I already had some minimal background in the sphere. After all, it all worked out and I am very happy. The atmosphere was joyful. A was focused during the lectures and I dedicated a lot of time to study every day and writing code, even though along with that I was projecting one of my last buildings for now.

What was the form of your education and why did you prefer it?

I was enrolled onsite because I think that this way a person becomes more engaged. Besides that, as I have already said, I was projecting from home and I needed everyday contact with people. After I have started a job in IT, I went into an online form of education.

What was the biggest difficulty for you during the program?

My biggest difficulty was…. To be honest, now I can’t think of anything particular. After UASG I was used to sleeping deprivation and studying, so I was easily adapted to the new environment. I guess the hardest part in this situation is to keep being persistent, motivated and to keep believing in the final successful result.

Men or women are better programmers?

An interesting question. I think gender doesn’t matter and the inaccessibility towards the IT-sphere for women is a myth. In my company, there are a lot of women in different positions – Dev, QA, Support, Managers. My manager is also a woman.

What kind of skills, besides programming, did you succeed to acquire in the Software University?

Teamwork, because of the team projects.

Did the diploma from the Software University help you succeed in the following professional realization?

What helped the most was the acquired knowledge. Of course, all of the certificates for excellently passed courses are a huge plus and can give an advantage over the bigger competition.

How do you see yourself in 5 years in a professional plan?

I see myself in a more leading position. I would want to have a small team, for which to be responsible. This, of course, will happen based on my acquired skills.

And finally – what will you advise all the future students, which are about to begin their education in the Software University?

You will constantly meet difficulties and obstacles, so don’t give up until you achieve your goals!

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Hello, Vasil! Can you introduce yourself with a few words for the reader of our blog?

My name is Vasil Panovski and I am 34 years old. I graduated Business Management specializing in the Forest Industry and I have 5 years of internship in this major. I began programming in 2015 when Software University opened its doors and offered free education for the opening course “Programming Basics“. Right now I work for a company named “Salesforce” and program applications in the cloud using a Java-based language called Apex.

What attracted you to programming and do you have a favorite programming language?

In general, solving logical problems is my favorite thing, and when it comes to building software, things get even more interesting, at least for me. I began with C# and later switched over to Java and JavaScript. Of course for someone who has written a lot of Java code – it’s my favorite language, but the truth is that the programming language is only a tool for solving problems and problems are analogous.

Which course from the program was the most useful for you and why?

All courses are useful. The Software University program is consistent; you cannot skip mandatory courses, which guarantees the overall assimilation of the content. I have to mention the Object-Oriented-Programming Course. It was hard for me, but it gave me wings

Why did you choose Software University and what was the atmosphere during your education?

I watched an interview with Svetlin Nakov and it grabbed my interest. Back then, I only knew about some other academies, but after I found out that Nakov is at the heart of Software University I decided it’s better to choose it rather than another academy and it wasn’t a mistake! The atmosphere is competitive, so to say.  There is almost no time to relax, but if you stay competitive the results will come faster. The best thing for me was the group projects we created during my education

What was the biggest difficulty for you during the program?

Here I have to repeat myself. The biggest difficulty for me was understanding the concepts of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP). It was hard and at the same time very interesting. I also experienced difficulty during group projects, because bringing a few people together for a limited time is not an easy task

What other skills (besides programming) did you manage to gain from your education at Software University?

In three words – teamwork, organization, responsibility. I mainly improved those skills.

Did the diploma from Software University help you succeed in the following professional realization?

I still don’t have a diploma, but the certificates did their job. The knowledge you gain is the most important thing, everything else is only to get you to an interview.

How do you see yourself in 5 years in a professional plan?

I see myself as a programmer. I’m still at the beginning phase

And finally – what will you advise all our future students, which are about to begin their education at the Software University?

It’s a good choice for realization. Don’t be afraid to take the first step

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How did Mert’s adventure in the world of programming begin, don’t miss out on reading in the next paragraphs!

Hello, Mert! Can you introduce yourself with a few words for the reader of our blog?

My name’s Mert Yumer. I am 20 years old, born in Kurdzhali. Currently living in Sofia where I am a student of Software University.

What appealed to you to programming and do you have a favorite programming language?

I heard from friends about the Programming Basics course. They made one in my hometown and I decided to try it out. Eventually, I thought programming isn’t meant for me and I gave up. But a year later I surfed through the SoftUni website to gather some more information about it. I decided to sign up for the Programming Basics course once again but this time- in Sofia. This time it was different and I got interested in programming really quickly although there wasn’t much of a difference between the two instances of the course. So this is how my adventure began.

Which course from the program was the most useful for you and why?

For me, the most useful part is studying through practice. This is not a practice in the state universities and this is why I didn’t enroll in one. In my opinion, especially for studying software development, you need a lot of practice during the time you study and this way it is easier. In SoftUni there is mostly practice, rather than theoretical knowledge, and for me, this is the way to success.

Are you currently engaged in programming?

Yes, I am still engaged in programming. I am still a student in the Tech Module at SoftUni and I want to finish the whole curriculum there.

And finally – what happened when you finished the free course Programming Basics?

After finishing the course for beginners, I was very happy, although I had to wait three months for the next step towards programming- Tech Module. Now those months have passed and I continue to gather knowledge and develop myself in programming. Thanks to all of you who are a part of the SoftUni team and for the effort you put in every day! Keep up the good work!

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Hello, Zacharia! Can you introduce yourself with a few words for the reader of our blog?

Greetings, my name is Zacharia Pehlivarova and I am 22 years old. I started my education at Software University in 2015 and I graduated in 2017. Since then, I have been working as a Back-End PHP Developer.

What attracted you to programming and do you have a favorite programming language?

I can’t say I have a favorite programming language, but I’ve been programming on PHP for more than a year and I really enjoy it. The thing about programming, that really caught my interest, was the fact that I was creating something new, which the people would like and make use of. Also, let’s not forget the feeling you get when you’ve spent hours, making thousands of attempts at something and finally you discover the right solution – it is priceless.

Which course from the program was the most useful for you and why?

Every course from the curriculum gave me additional knowledge, so I find each of them beneficial. Another thing, which I personally find very helpful was the team projects. I was lucky to have very cool colleagues – we helped each other.

Why did you choose Software University and what was the atmosphere during your education?

I choose Software University because of the curriculum. My decision was based on two main facts: the education was mainly focused on programming, with no unnecessary study material, and more importantly – the practical exercises are way more than the theory. I personally think that the latter one should be a priority in every profession.

What was the form of your education and why did you prefer it?

My form of education was onsite. I decided to study onsite. I preferred that form of education because of the ability to receive immediate help from the trainers and assistants for the things I did not understand, and they were always happy to help. I met different people with whom I exchanged knowledge and ideas.

What was the biggest difficulty for you during the program?

The hardest thing for me during my education was to “bend” my way of thinking so that I can understand what is actually happening “under the hood”

Who makes the better programmers, women or men?

I don’t think that gender affects this in any way. Every profession has its very good specialists, both men, and women. Everything depends on how much you are interested in programming itself and how big is your desire to do it. I admit, that people are staring strangely at me when I tell them what I am doing for a living, but I think, that nowadays more and more women are taking their place in this profession. The maxim and general idea, that software development is a man’s job, is starting to fall apart.

What other skills (besides programming) did you manage to gain from your education at Software University?

I managed to learn to work in a team, to understand other developers’ code, and to adjust mine to theirs.

Did the diploma from Software University help you succeed in the following professional realization?

Not only the diploma from the Software University helped me but also the academy itself. They helped me find the job I am currently working at.

How do you see yourself in 5 years in a professional plan?

In 5 years, I hope to be a person with much more technical knowledge, a person which performs way better, a person which is on a different level, a person which still strives to progress and develops.

And finally – what will you advise all our future students, which are about to begin their education at the Software University?

I want to advise them to never give up! There will be hard times, in which they will not know and understand what they are doing, but this is completely normal. Perseverance is the key – there is a lot to learn and you will need a lot more than a year, two, or three to do it.

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What’s your story with PHP?

Ivan: Old and strange. Back in time, in 2004 in a distant galaxy at bulfleet.com, when Internet Explorer was the most massive browser even in our country, I looked at the address bar and saw bulfleet.com/index.php. That’s how it all started. A game that runs in the browser is written in a language called PHP. Why shouldn’t I start learning it? Well, things were not flowers and roses. Downloading index.php from my game site just downloaded one HTML (only the vision), and the first small program I tried to write from the tutorial on the web, clicking it with my mouse did not go away. It took tens of hours a day working tirelessly, and a few crises on the brink of quitting to come  to the moment I can tell people that programming is very cool and the PHP is the coolest language

What are the advantages of PHP and what type of problems can the language solve?

Ivan: PHP has the advantage that you can see the results on each row directly on the web page. And with almost no waiting. You can easily make changes to existing things and has a pretty lighter model to make the changes reach the end-user. It is best suited for small- and medium-sized web applications that will be used by up to a few thousand users a day.

Is PHP suitable for beginners?

Ivan: One of the most suitable languages ​​for beginners. After just a few lessons, one can try the PHP for a cloud-computing web application without fighting the black console of the operating system and seeing only bills on the screen.

Why is it worthwhile for people to invest in PHP and what are the prospects for that language?

Ivan: More than half of the web projects are written on PHP. It’s a fast language, and if a person’s affinity is to create web applications, they’re likely to get where it is done with PHP. Also, the fine-tuned PHP code does not differ much from the other languages ​​that hold the other half of the market, and if a change of language is needed, things are instantaneous. But to get to the development of web projects, you have to start somewhere. The best starting point for beginners who want to learn PHP is the “Programming Basics with PHP” course. Take this opportunity!

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