Akalanka Gajasinghe Senior Software Engineer | Mentor & Tutor
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🚀 Unlock Your Coding Potential with Expert Guidance!
👋 Hi, I’m Akalanka Gajasinghe, a Senior Software Engineer with 6+ years of industry experience and 2+ years of teaching & mentoring. I specialize in helping students, professionals, and career switchers master programming, build real-world applications, and land high-paying tech jobs.

Why Choose Me as Your Mentor?
✅ Learn from an Industry Expert – I work for a foreign company, designing and developing enterprise applications with modern technologies.
✅ Hands-on, Practical Learning – No boring theory! You’ll work on real-world projects that strengthen your skills.
✅ Tailored Learning Experience – Every student is different! I customize lessons based on your skill level and goals.
✅ Career-Focused Training – Resume building, interview prep, job-ready skills, and insider tips to help you secure your dream job.
✅ Beginner to Advanced Guidance – Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced developer, I’ll help you take the next step.
✅ Kids’ Coding Program – Special interactive sessions designed to make programming fun and engaging for young learners.

📚 What You Can Learn From Me?
💻 Programming & Development:
✔ JAVA, PHP, Python, C#, .NET Core, ASP.NET, Entity Framework
✔ Angular, React, Node.js, TypeScript
✔ RESTful APIs, Authentication, Security

📊 Database & Cloud:
✔ SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL – Querying & Optimization
✔ Azure, Docker, Kubernetes – Cloud & DevOps

⚡ Software Engineering & Architecture:
✔ Design Patterns, Microservices, Scalable Solutions
✔ Enterprise Application Development

📌 Special Programs:
✔ Kids & Teenagers – Logic building & problem-solving through coding
✔ Career Switchers – Structured roadmap to transition into software development
✔ Job Seekers – Mock interviews, technical CV reviews, and job application strategies

👨‍🏫 Who Can Join My Classes?
🚀 Aspiring Developers – Start coding with a clear roadmap & hands-on practice.
🎓 Students & Graduates – Boost your skills & get job-ready for the industry.
🧑‍💻 Junior Developers – Take your knowledge to the next level with advanced concepts.
💼 Job Seekers – Get resume guidance, interview preparation, and career coaching.
👦 Kids & Teenagers – Fun, interactive coding classes to build logical thinking from an early age.

📍 How My Classes Work?
✅ Flexible Learning Options – Online & Offline Sessions (based on availability)
✅ Live Coding & Interactive Lessons – Learn with real examples & coding challenges
✅ Project-Based Learning – Build a portfolio that showcases your skills
✅ One-on-One & Group Sessions – Choose what works best for you
✅ Step-by-Step Roadmap – Structured learning from beginner to advanced levels

🚀 Ready to Start Your Learning Journey?
Whether you want to become a software engineer, improve your coding skills, or land a high-paying tech job, my classes will give you the right skills, real experience, and career boost!

💡 Let’s make coding simple, practical, and exciting! 🚀

Subjects

Programming Beginner-Expert
SQL Beginner-Expert
ICT (Information and Communication Technology) Beginner-Expert
Career Counseling Beginner-Intermediate
Sinhala Beginner-Expert

Experience

Software Engineer (May, 2022–May, 2023) at Camms

✅ Revamped Camms-Risk Solution – Played a key role in modernizing and enhancing the Camms-Risk platform, improving system performance and usability.

✅ Implemented Critical Risk Management Modules – Developed and integrated key functionalities, including:

Authentication & Authorization – Strengthened security and access control.
Risk Type & Risk Configuration – Enabled customizable risk management settings.
Risk Export & Risk History – Enhanced data tracking and reporting for better decision-making.
Technical Skills & Tools
.NET 6 | Angular | Kendo UI
MSSQL | Database Optimization
JIRA | Agile Development & Project Management
Associate Software Engineer (Nov, 2019–Jun, 2020) at DMS Software Technologies

Key Contributions & Achievements
✅ Enhanced ISO8583 Messaging for CEFT Platform – Improved financial transaction processing by integrating two simulators for seamless ISO8583 dialect messaging.

✅ Developed an Invoice Reconciliation System – Managed 800+ PDFs containing 20,000+ invoices per cycle, streamlining financial reconciliation and automation.

✅ Implemented Standard Online Bank Integration (DMS IMAGO Platform) – Reduced cheque clearing time by 50% and enabled real-time bank integrations, including account validation & transaction automation.

Technical Skills
.NET Framework | .NET Core | C#
SQL Server (MSSQL) | Database Optimization
IIS (Internet Information Services) Deployment
ISO8583 Messaging & Payment Systems
Banking & Financial Integrations

Education

BSc. (Hons) in Information Technology (Feb, 2018–Feb, 2022) from Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT)–scored 3.6 GPA

Fee details

රු1,999–5,000/hour (US$6.06–15.15/hour)

✅ Standard Rate: (Mention your base rate per hour/session)
✅ Customized Pricing: Fees may vary based on:

Skill Level – Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced courses.
Subject Complexity – Basic programming vs. advanced frameworks.
One-on-One vs. Group Sessions – Discounts available for group classes.
Project-Based Learning – Special pricing for hands-on project guidance.
Duration & Frequency – Flexible plans based on weekly/monthly sessions.
Kids' Coding Classes – Special rates for children’s coding lessons.
💡 First session consultation is available to discuss learning goals & course structure.

📩 Contact me for customized pricing based on your learning needs!

Courses offered

Programming Fundamentals with Python
- රු15000
- Duration: 3 Months
- Delivery mode: Flexible as per the student
- Group size: 2
- Instruction language: English, Sinhalese
- Certificate provided: No
📌 Course Overview:
This course is designed for absolute beginners who want to start programming with Python. It provides a solid foundation in programming concepts, Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), and UML, leading to hands-on coding with Python.

By the end of this course, you’ll have a strong understanding of fundamental programming concepts and be ready to move on to more advanced topics in software development.

📖 What You Will Learn:
🟢 Module 1: Introduction to Programming
✅ What is programming? Understanding how computers execute code
✅ Introduction to Python – Why Python is great for beginners
✅ Setting up the development environment (Installing Python & IDE)
✅ Writing your first Python program

🟢 Module 2: Core Programming Concepts
✅ Variables, Data Types, and Operators in Python
✅ Control Structures: If-Else Statements & Loops (For, While)
✅ Functions & Code Reusability
✅ Working with Lists, Tuples, and Dictionaries

🟢 Module 3: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Basics
✅ Introduction to OOP & Why It’s Important
✅ Understanding Classes & Objects
✅ Encapsulation, Inheritance, and Polymorphism
✅ Real-World OOP Implementation in Python

🟢 Module 4: Understanding UML for Software Design
✅ What is UML? How It Helps in Software Development
✅ Creating Class Diagrams, Sequence Diagrams, and Use Case Diagrams
✅ Mapping UML Diagrams to Python Code

🟢 Module 5: Python in Action – Hands-on Coding & Mini Projects
✅ File Handling – Reading & Writing Files in Python
✅ Working with APIs – Fetching and Processing Data
✅ Building a Simple Python Application Using OOP
✅ Final Project – Apply All Concepts to Build a Small Application

🎯 Who Is This Course For?
✔ Beginners – No prior programming experience needed
✔ Students & Graduates – Looking for a strong foundation in coding
✔ Career Switchers – Transitioning into software development
✔ Kids & Teenagers – Interactive and beginner-friendly learning

🛠 Course Features:
✔ Live Coding & Hands-on Exercises – Learn by doing, not just theory!
✔ Project-Based Learning – Build real applications while learning
✔ Structured & Easy-to-Follow Curriculum – No prior experience needed
✔ One-on-One & Group Sessions Available – Learn at your own pace

🚀 Get Started with Programming Today!
If you’re ready to take your first step into programming, this course will give you the right foundation to excel in coding and software development.

📩 Enroll now and start coding with Python!