12. Februar 2024

      Great success for the Future Startup Founders training program @ TOP-IX Consortium!   Last week marked the successful conclusion of TOP-IX’s Femme Forward Startup Founders training program – a transformative 9-week journey filled with valuable exchanges and insights.   TOP-IX’s mission within Femme Forward has been to equip participants with the tools and skills necessary for a career in technology, establishing digital startups, or a role within the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.   Throughout the course, crucial topics related to women’s empowerment in technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship were deeply explored. Specifically, the program addressed the world of startups, drawing valuable lessons from success stories. Modules covered key aspects such as lean start-ups, business model canvas, circular economy, design thinking, marketing, legal fundamentals, artificial intelligence, and more.   A distinctive feature of the program was that it provided participants with the opportunity to apply these learnings through self-proposed projects, receiving valuable feedback from industry experts and mentors. TOP-IX expresses special thanks to all the teachers who shared their passion and vision during this journey. Their expertise significantly improved the lessons, contributing to the overall success of the program..

      Femme Forward Tech Careers Path @ Codingschule   Data about the course: Delivery mode: online, 5 days a week over 12 weeks Number of Students: Our cohort initially consisted of 32 students, but we are currently working with a dedicated group of 28. Two individuals were unable to commence the course due to personal reasons. One student is currently facing the challenge of juggling the course while working full-time, and another has been mandated to attend a compulsory integration German language course by the German Job Center.   Their origin (country): Turkish, India, Ukraine,Germany, Russia, Malaysia, Croatia, Ireland, Republic of Moldova   Their average age: From 27 to 39 years of age. In one case the Lady is 52 years of age (she is one of our best students)   Their previous education (degree and field):Bachelor in Chemistry PhD Physics Chemical engineer, PhD specialty – economist / specialist degree Bachelor Computer Engineering Bachelor in sociology Computer Science Engineer Bachelor’s Double Degree in Advertising & Marketing Communications + International Studies Master in Ethnology Ausbildung PKA Bachelor Degree in Fine Art (Printmaking) Master in human resources management Master in Law Key Results So Far: In the Femme Forward Tech Career Path, our primary goal is to excel in the AWS re/Start program. This program is tailored for career changers and provides newcomers to the IT field with a gradual and comprehensive introduction to essential knowledge before venturing into specialized areas. We’ve made significant progress in the AWS re/Start program, successfully completing the following major segments: AWS Introduction Linux Basic Course Basic Networking The Basic Python Programming Course is nearing completion and will be finalized in just a few days. Course Feedback: The Femme Forward program has garnered immense interest within the broader developer community. We’ve been fortunate to welcome voluntary contributors who have shared their expertise on various extracurricular topics, including GIT and Scrum. Notable Updates: The Femme Forward Tech Careers program has brought together a remarkably diverse and highly motivated group of women. Many of them possess a solid educational background and valuable skills that they are contributing to the course. We have strong expectations that the majority of our 28 participants will successfully complete the course and achieve certification in the AWS Cloud Practitioner Exam by the end of the program.