Computer Science and Engineering

On Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 20 students from the 4th year, 2nd semester of the AUST CSE 46th Batch, Department of CSE, AUST, visited Cefalo Bangladesh Limited to explore the dynamics of Bangladesh's competitive and rapidly growing software industry.

Cefalo is a Norwegian company that specializes in helping Norwegian businesses hire full-time, premium software developers for long-term roles from their offices in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Established in 2010, the company has grown to employ over 200 professionals.

The students had the opportunity to interact with Mr. Ferdous Mahmud Shaon, Managing Director at Cefalo, who provided valuable insights into the smart world and offered guidance on achieving success as a software engineer, a researcher, or a specialist. Additionally, Mr. Simanta Deb Turja, Senior Software Engineer at Cefalo; Mr. Saiful Haque Pranta, Associate Executive HR; and Mr. Prabal Kanti Deb Sikder, Engineering Manager, actively participated in the interactive session and shared numerous useful guidelines.

The students acquired valuable insights into various fields such as Software Development, Quality Assurance, and Testing, along with an understanding of their current and future relevance and requirements. The industry experts offered practical advice on preparing for recruitment processes and building successful professional careers. Additionally, the students participated in an interactive Q&A session, which provided clarity on numerous topics, including essential skills, career growth, and more.

This insightful visit was initiated by Mr. Md. Masudur Rahman, Assistant Professor in the Department of CSE at AUST, along with Mr. Ferdous Mahmud Shaon, the Managing Director of Cefalo. The visit not only inspired the students through the valuable words of the engineers but also motivated them by showcasing the company's impressive and well-equipped infrastructure, encouraging them to strive for success and aspire to achieve such amenities and comfort in corporate life.

The seamless implementation of the program was guided by Mr. Md. Masudur Rahman (Assistant Professor, CSE, AUST) and Mr. Saha Reno (Assistant Professor, CSE, AUST). Such industrial visits not only deepen the students' understanding of their discipline but also motivate them to remain committed and focused on achieving their aspirations.