diff --git a/_data/mentors.yml b/_data/mentors.yml
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--- a/_data/mentors.yml
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@@ -298,7 +298,7 @@
- Change specialisation within IT
extra: Product Management, Project Management, Career Progression and Development, Soft Skills, Personal Brand Building, Information Security, IT, Enterprise Risk Management, Privacy
network:
- - linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-babahina-cism-crisc-30285440/
+ - linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-babahina-msc-cism-crisc-30285440/
- name: Hersi Kopani
disabled: false
@@ -931,7 +931,7 @@
- Grow from beginner to mid-level
- Grow from mid-level to senior-level
- Grow beyond senior level
- extra: Preparation for system design interviews, resume review, influencing teams, driving projects end to end, designing complex distributed systems
+ extra: Preparation for system design interviews, resume review, influencing teams, driving projects end to end, designing complex distributed systems, System Design Study Group
network:
- linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/shailajakoppu
@@ -1027,7 +1027,7 @@
mentee: |
Any will work. I'm actually single mother too.
extra: |
- Software Development Strategies, Resume Review, Preparation for The Technical Interview
+ Software Development Strategies, Resume Review, Preparation for The Technical Interview, System Design Study Group
network:
- linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liliia-rafikova-635328104/
@@ -2625,4 +2625,4 @@
- Generative AI, AI Agents, RAG, buillding LLMs
network:
- linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajmeranishi/,
- - website: https://nishiajmera.com/
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+ - website: https://nishiajmera.com/
diff --git a/_data/study_group.yml b/_data/study_group.yml
index f5b68a61..67f2af5a 100644
--- a/_data/study_group.yml
+++ b/_data/study_group.yml
@@ -1,45 +1,63 @@
-- title: Data Analytics and Generative AI concepts
- mentor: Kirthikka Devi Venkataram
- description: The study group focuses more on the Data Analytics and Generative AI concepts and guiding on the insights across the span of industries upskilling on relevant knowledge and practical work.
- participants: 3
+- title: System Design Study Group
+ mentor: Liliia Rafikova, Shailaja Koppu
+ description:
+ Understand how to architect scalable, reliable systems in this collaborative and hands-on study group.
+ Perfect for those preparing for system design interviews or curious about the inner workings of large-scale applications.
+ You'll break down real-world case studies, practice whiteboarding, and learn design trade-offs.
status: active
- link: /mentors?keywords=Kirthikka%20Devi
+ link: /mentors?keywords=system%20design%20study%20group
index: 1
-- title: Frontend React
- mentor: Stephanie Senoner
- description: Project based study group, working towards a shared application (including SDLC introduction, gaining more experience in reviewing PR, git etc), with guidance on different aspects like testing, CI/CD.
- participants: 10
+- title: LeetCode Study Group
+ mentor: Liliia Rafikova
+ description: |
+ Sharpen your problem-solving skills in a supportive, challenge-driven environment.
+ This group focuses on tackling algorithm and data structure problems from platforms like LeetCode, with guided discussions and tips for optimizing solutions.
+ Great for interview prep or keeping your coding sharp.
status: active
- link: /mentors?keywords=Stephanie%20Senoner
+ link: /mentors?keywords=Liliia%20Rafikova
index: 2
-- title: Backend with Java and Rust
+- title: AWS Certification Preparation
mentor: Liliia Rafikova
- description: Focus on Java including the whole developing process with creating projects and push them to git doing pairing review.
- participants: 5
+ description: |
+ A structured and supportive path to earning your AWS certification.
+ We cover foundational to advanced cloud concepts, hands-on labs, and exam strategies.
+ Whether you're aiming for Cloud Practitioner or Solutions Architect, you'll build the skills to confidently pass and apply AWS knowledge in real scenarios.
status: active
link: /mentors?keywords=liliia%20Rafikova
index: 3
-- title: Full Stack- ReactJs and Java (Spring Boot)
- mentor: Hersi Kopani
+- title: Test Driven Development (TDD) - The Why, The How, The Do's and The Don'ts
+ mentor: Wilson Adenuga
description: |
- Group study on project-based learning, including pair programming.
- Gain deep knowledge of web-based microservice architecture, system design, and CI/CD best practices.
- Integrate backend services with ReactJS frontend to craft full-stack projects.
- participants: 7
+ Master the art of writing clean, reliable code with a TDD-first mindset.
+ This group explores the principles behind TDD, demonstrates how to implement it in various languages, and helps you avoid common pitfalls.
+ Great for developers who want to build software that’s robust, testable, and maintainable.
status: active
- link: /mentors?keywords=Hersi%20Kopani
+ link: /mentors?keywords=Wilson%20Adenuga
index: 4
-- title: API Test Automation
- mentor: Eleonora Belova
- description: The study group focuses on mastering API testing using Postman, a popular API development and testing tool. Sessions feature hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios to deepen understanding of testing techniques and gain practical knowledge on API automation.
- participants: 3
+- title: Robotics Study Group
+ mentor: Mentee Driven
+ description: |
+ Join a community-driven robotics study group where you can explore various aspects of robotics, from hardware to software.
+ This group is open to all levels and encourages participants to share resources, projects, and ideas.
+ Perfect for those looking to collaborate on robotics projects or learn from each other’s experiences.
status: active
- link: /mentors?keywords=Eleonora%20Belova
+ link: null
index: 5
-- title: WCC Platform - Java Backend
+- title: Job Search and Career Progression
status: active
- mentor: Adriana Z. and Sonali Goel
+ mentor: Ana Nogal
+ description: |
+ Navigate the job market with confidence in this career-focused study group.
+ Learn how to craft compelling resumes, ace interviews, and negotiate offers.
+ This group also covers personal branding, networking strategies, and career development tips to help you advance in your tech career.
+ link: /mentors?keywords=Ana%20Nogal
+ index: 6
+- title: Data Science and Machine Learning Study Group
+ status: upcoming
+ mentor: Busra Ecem Sakar
description: |
- Group study to learn about Backend based on Java and SpringBoot. Actively work in our new community platform backend opensource and work with a real life project, allow mentees to have real experience to include on your CV.
- participants: 5
- link: /mentors?keywords=Spring Boot
+ Dive into the world of data science and machine learning with this comprehensive study group.
+ Covering everything from data preprocessing to model deployment, this group is ideal for those looking to build a solid foundation in data science.
+ Participants will work on real-world datasets and projects, enhancing their skills through practical applications.
+ link: /mentors?keywords=Busra%20Ecem%20Sakar
+ index: 7
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