My Tech Journey at SSIPMT

Exploring Tech at SSIPMT

I am a student of BTech in Computer Science and Engineering department at Shri Shankaracharya Institute of Professional Management and Technology, Raipur. I have a deep passion for Technology and Computers. My journey into Technology began back when I was in Class 11. I developed an interest in programming and problem-solving. Currently, I am focused on Coding, Cloud Computing, and Web Development as a Software Developer. I also participated in hackathons, tech meetups, and enthusiastic extracurricular activities throughout my campus career. 

Additionally, I am a part of Google Cloud Study Jam organised by GDSC Raipur. There, I accrued more than 15 Google Cloud Badges and finished over 30 labs to decorate my knowledge of Cloud Technologies. My interest in Technology extended in addition and I knew that I wanted to pursue this field as a profession. SSIPMT Raipur seems like a great match for me because it combines a totally welcoming community with a path that is continually on the pulse with what the industry desires. I got all the possibilities to get hands-on experience that is essential for a tech field like Computer Science. I developed an interest in programming and problem-solving.

Journey to Computer Science

For instance, I chose Computer Science as a subject in Class 10. I was informed by some of the teachers that I should take Hindi or Physical Education during my free period, as taking those subjects would help improve my grades more easily. However, I started to take keen interest in Computers. So instead of choosing the easy way out, I followed my passion.
 This choice formed my destiny targets and laid the idea for my passion towards coding. 

With that passion in mind, I chose to pursue my undergraduate degree from SSIPMT Raipur as it is a renowned technical institute with well-established enterprise connections. Admission at my college is based on the JEE Main exam, but the initial seats are offered based on the PET exam (Pre-Engineering Test). I scored decent in the PET exam and after the counselling, I secured a seat at SSIPMT. Therefore, the admission process at my college is not very competitive.

College life at SSIPMT has been transformative

I was given an opportunity to participate in the Project Development Competition organised by AICTE. I secured second position in this competition. Our college is the first to start an IDEA LAB, and with this, my innovative ideas were developed which brought a valued insight into venture development and teamwork. Several clubs, events, competitions, and different projects have shaped me into who I am today, professionally. 

Being an internship trainee at Code Quotient helped me sharpen my Javascript and Node.js. Successfully completing an internship enabled me to apply all the knowledge that I have attained to real-world activities. I got a chance to attend and volunteer the IEEE International Conference on Artificial Intelligence for Innovations in Healthcare Industries (ICAIIHI) 2023 held at SSIPMT. This enabled to learn from industry experts, connecting with fellow enthusiastic professionals who share my passion for the promotion of innovative change within the healthcare sector through AI.

A Dynamic Journey at SSIPMT

My days at college are quite a mix of stimulating classes, project work, and extra-curricular activities. I really loved attending the coding and machine learning classes. The days outside the class are spent in participating in the Entrepreneurship Development Cell and NSS Cell. This always widens my horizon and gives me possibilities for networking. In NSS Cell, I was given opportunities to take part in several social activities consisting of World AIDS Day, Voting Awareness Campaign, Traffic Awareness Session, and National Unity Day, and so on. 

Also, I was given the opportunity to initiate the startup club, which specialises in innovation, team development, and industrial know-how. It offered me a possibility to attend large occasions like Bharat Pitchathon 3.0 Chhattisgarh Edition and also manage events like organising super successful Ideathon events. This Bharat Pitchathon 3.0 occasion was a confluence of the most impactful gamers in the startup surroundings and featured the Head Start Network Foundation, Vatsal Kanakiya from 100X.VC, Xelpmoc Design & Tech Ltd, Indian Angel Network, VNR Seeds Private Limited, Swati Singhania, and Arvind Agrawal. It was at SSIPMT Raipur that these aspirations took off, molding me not just educationally but allowing my growth to flourish on every step.

About the author: 
Ayush is currently a final year student in BTech in CSE department at Shri Shankaracharya Institute of Professional Management and Technology & Management, Raipur. He is a big tech-enthusiast. He also had the opportunity to initiate the startup club, which specializes in innovation, and team development.

Note: The views expressed in this article are solely the author’s own and do not reflect/represent those of Shiksha.