B-TopSE program launched to boost software engineering skills in Bangladesh
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the ICT Division officially launched the B-TopSE Program at a grand opening ceremony held at the BCC Auditorium, ICT Tower in Agargaon, Dhaka. This initiative aims to develop the next generation of highly skilled software engineers in Bangladesh, marking a significant step forward for the country's ICT sector.
The B-TopSE (Bangladesh Top Software Engineer) program aspires to 'Be a Top Software Engineer' and is modeled after Japan's prestigious 'TopSE' training course. The training course focuses on creating 'Super Architects', equipping participants with advanced software engineering skills and methodologies essential for thriving in the ICT industry. The program targets over 1,000 mid-career ICT professionals, providing specialized, hands-on, industry-relevant training.
Administered by JICA's 'Project for ICT Engineers Development for the Promotion of the ICT Industry and New Innovations', the B-TopSE program is a collaborative effort involving the Bangladesh Computer Council (BCC), Bangladesh Association of Software & Information Services (BASIS), and several academic institutions.
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The event was graced by the esteemed presence of H.E. Iwama Kiminori, Honorable Ambassador of Japan to Bangladesh; Shish Haider Chowdhury, ndc, Secretary of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Division; Ichiguchi Tomohide, Chief Representative of JICA Bangladesh Office, and other distinguished representatives. A video message from Professor Dr. Honiden Shinichi, Founder and Leader of the TopSE Program at the National Institute of Informatics (NII), Japan, was also shared, congratulating his Bangladeshi counterparts on the successful launch of this initiative.
Speaking at the event, Ichiguchi Tomohide, Chief Representative of JICA Bangladesh Office, said, "The longstanding friendship between Japan and Bangladesh is a deep one, and this commendable initiative is a testament to that. The B-TopSE Program will come as an essential building block for the future of Bangladesh's ICT industry. By empowering the country's ICT professionals, we can pave the way for new innovations and stronger global competitiveness."
The B-TopSE program represents a vital milestone in Bangladesh's journey to becoming a leading player in the global ICT landscape, contributing to a stronger, more innovative, and globally competitive ICT sector.
