An Interview with Moat Academy's Alumnus, Taofeek Ishola, Now a Business Process Automation Developer in a Financial Institution
My name is Taofeek Ishola and I am a tech enthusiast
What were you doing before coming to Moat Academy?
I was serving as a Corp member.
What is the name of your current company and role?
I currently work as a Business Process Automation Developer in a financial institution.
What exactly do you want to achieve with the software development skills?
I want to use my skills to develop applications that make a positive impact on people's lives and provide long-term value.
Why did you choose Moat Academy for Developers?
I chose Moat Academy because of its reputation for producing software developers who work in various organizations around the world. After my time there, I can confidently say I received more value than what I paid for.
How have things changed for you since gaining software development skills?
I have become more confident in my ability to develop full-stack applications. I now have a better understanding of the software development landscape.
What was your biggest fear before coming to Moat Academy and what do you feel about it now?
I have previously lacked the understanding and ability of building a functional application within a short time frame. My time at Moat Academy helped in building my confidence in achieving this, especially through assignments and classworks. This gave me the ability to develop a working application by the end of the program.
How will you describe your experience in Moat Academy?
It was a fun but yet challenging experience that moved me to push beyond my limits. Asides the skills I gained lots of valuable lessons from the tutors. I also had the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals
What have you been able to achieve with the training?
The skills and experiences I gained in the academy has helped me in landing my current role.
Can you share your experiences with us since you graduated from Moat Academy?
It has been a pleasant experience. My experience at moat academy provided me with the basics of learning other programming languages that has allowed me to better add value in my organization.
What advice do you have for those coming into Moat Academy?
If you put in the work, you will definitely get results. And always ask for help when you need it: no one is an island of knowledge.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Leading teams that build valuable applications.
When you are thinking of an accelerated career path in the Software development Industry, think Moat Academy
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