Engineering Success: Navigating Challenges at Edraak!

During my final semester at the University of Jordan, a friend urged me to apply for a software engineer intern position at the Queen Rania Foundation, specifically to work on the Edraak project. Little did I know, this opportunity would become the cornerstone of my career.

Initially, I anticipated a challenging role, but to my surprise, the expectations were merely to provide technical support for course managers, assisting them in course development on the platform. This left me feeling unfulfilled during my first days, yearning for more substantial programming tasks.

The engineering team consisted of only three senior developers and myself, the intern. This setup amplified my sense of inadequacy, especially when faced with new technologies unfamiliar to me but seemingly second nature to my colleagues. The platform relied on a multitude of technologies including MongoDB, Django, AWS, Ansible, GIT, and more, which made grasping its intricacies a daunting task.

Determined to excel, I dedicated countless hours, working tirelessly to grasp every aspect of the platform and execute tasks flawlessly. By the end of my internship, I had contributed significantly to Edraak's website, earning me a role as a Junior Software Engineer.

As Steve Jobs aptly said, "Simple can be harder than complex," and indeed, the journey was steep. Seeking to distinguish myself, I turned to mobile app development, leveraging my experience building Android applications as a freelancer. This led to the launch of the Edraak Mobile Apps project, a pivotal moment in my career trajectory, despite later shifting towards Python development.

Reflecting on a year spent at Edraak, I'm astounded by the growth and learning that transpired. Each day brought its own triumphs, teaching me the importance of setting ambitious goals and the true challenge lying in their execution. It's a testament to the fact that while ideas may flow freely, bringing them to fruition is where the real test lies.

Love,
Ahmed Jazzar