From Full-Time Student to Full Stack Developer: Muhammad’s Coding Career Breakthrough

In October 2023, Muhammad Faran Sarwar began his career change journey with ITOL Recruit’s Coding Job Programme. With a clear goal to move into the tech industry, he focused on gaining practical, employer-relevant skills that would set him apart in the job market.

Building a Future in Tech

In October 2023, Muhammad Faran Sarwar began his career change journey with ITOL Recruit’s Coding Job Programme. With a clear goal to move into the tech industry, he focused on gaining practical, employer-relevant skills that would set him apart in the job market.

Certified Skills for a Job-Ready Portfolio

During his training, Muhammad completed a broad set of technical certifications, including:

HTML
CSS
Python
JavaScript
Command Line
Git and GitHub
AWS
Azure

These tools form the foundation of full stack development, and the certifications helped him build both front-end and back-end capabilities.

Recruitment Journey with Real Results

Muhammad began the recruitment phase on 7 February 2024. With the support of ITOL Recruit, he had:

A professionally redrafted CV
An optimised LinkedIn profile
Guidance on job applications and strategy
Interview preparation including tips, feedback and mock practice

His dedication was evident. He submitted 290 job applications, received his first interview invite on 26 March 2024, and by 17 April 2024 had been approached by three more companies.

Hired as a Full Stack Developer

On 11 July 2024, Muhammad was offered and accepted a role as a Full Stack Developer. It was a significant step forward and a clear sign that his hard work and the programme’s support had paid off.

From Student to Professional

Muhammad made the leap from full-time student to employed developer, demonstrating what is possible with the right training and guidance. His success shows that technical ability, when paired with personalised career support, can unlock high-value roles in a competitive industry.

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Reflections on the Experience

Muhammad expressed genuine appreciation for the ITOL Recruit team. He highlighted the certifications as crucial to his confidence and his ability to land the role. For him, the structure, support and relevance of the programme made all the difference.

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