In October, Academia Institute of Technology organised and hosted the Autumn Tech School , which took place in collaboration withPovioand theCommunity of Higher Vocational Colleges. The event represented an important continuation of the success of the firstErasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme (BIP), which Academia delivered at the end of June. The second BIP organised by our institution, the Autumn IT School, brought together students and lecturers from Estonia, Croatia, Serbia and Slovenia. The programme offered a dynamic and intellectually stimulating intensive educational experience to 23 international students and eight Slovenian participants.
The programme, thanks to the partnership with Povio, not only provided students with a unique learning experience. It also offered them a comprehensive practical insight into the field of programming. Students focused on programming in JavaScript, CSS and HTML and took on the challenge of preparing and developing a tool for internal sharing of resources and knowledge, prepared by Povio. Divided into six groups and supported by mentors, students participated in a practical programming work experience.
The one-week programme enabled participants to acquire practical knowledge, connect with professionals from different cultural backgrounds and explore different aspects of programming. The curriculum for the entire week was intensive and included programming, design basics, training on successful pitching of IT ideas and practical assignments.
An enriching aspect of the Autumn IT School was the presentation of Povio, delivered by representatives Leon Pahole and Barbara Sužnik, and a visit to IZUM in Maribor, where students viewed the operation of the VEGA Supercomputer. Both events provided students with insight into the practical operation of the technology industry. Giovanni Mercorillo, one of the participants, highlighted this experience as particularly valuable: "Exploring Povio's operations and learning about their projects brought me valuable insights into the industry. It was inspiring to see innovation and creativity in a professional environment."
Connecting technical knowledge with the real world and social interaction was a key element of this Erasmus+ BIP programme. The Autumn IT School not only emphasised technical skills, but also offered a platform for socialising and networking. Through group assignments, discussions and sharing experiences, participants formed new friendships and expanded their acquaintances and horizons.
Reflecting on his experience, Giovanni Mercorillo expressed gratitude: "The knowledge gained, friendships formed and practical insights acquired will undoubtedly be valuable resources of experience when pursuing my academic and professional goals."
We are pleased that the second Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme – the Autumn IT School – has also successfully created a collaborative and encouraging environment for participants. Students developed practical skills, gained real insight into the industry and broadened their horizons, preparing them for future challenges in the field of computing.
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Source: Academia (14. 11. 2023). Fotografije: arhiv Academie.
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