Hi, I am a senior 15year experienced IT professional who started career as a Software Developer but majorly have been engaged in Project management and Delivery experience for past 10 years. I want to re-skill my self into emerging Technologies and Programing skills. Can you please advise what online or classroom courses shall i subscribe to for Python, Machine Learning and DevOps skills spread over 2-3 months. There is a plethora of courses available but not sure which ones to target. What are the preferred and reliable content providers.

Ans: Dear Venkat,

Thank you for writing in.

It's nice that you are looking at building your skills. IT, as an industry is quite vast. I may not be in the position to give you a direct answer as to which course you should do but few q's you may ask yourself which will you help come to conclusion-
1- Which latest technology that is having competitive advantage
2- Do I want to change the domain/ language or continue in the same. If you want to continue then you can look at relatable courses.
3- What are the opportunities I may have if I add these (x) skills to my profile. How will it help me stand out in the competition
4- Should I work on my soft skills for example- (People skills, managerial skills, communication skills etc.) as these will be needed at every level of your career
5- Speak to senior professionals in your industry and take their views points

Before enrolling into any course assess your current skills, interests and the specific need of the industry you are in. Choose a course which will align with your career, aspiration and interest that you want to take professionally.

Hope this helps. All the best.

To your success. Be You. Be Confident
Ashwini Dasgupta
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Ans: As a BCA student, focus on online courses that build technical and practical skills. Learn programming languages like Python, Java, or C++ and explore web development with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React. Data science courses on SQL, Tableau, and machine learning are valuable, while certifications in cloud computing (AWS, Azure) and cybersecurity can boost your profile.
Many universities and edtech offer these kinds of skill development courses. You can compare on collegevidya.com to find the best platform for you.