We are an NGO supporting refugees from Ukraine to rebuild their lives away from home. Help us hire a Ukrainian refugee who will help thousands of others live freely and independently through new job opportunities abroad. https://jobs4ukr.com/ UA: Ми є некомерційною організацією, яка підтримує людей, які змушені були виїхати з України. Ми допомагаємо відновити фінансове становище українців за кордоном завдяки легкому доступу до вакансій із безкоштовною платформою: https://jobs4ukr.com/. На платформі є понад 1000 вакансій по всій Європі та навіть у США в різних галузях, зокрема обслуговування, медицина, фінанси, виробництво, технології, роздрібна торгівля, освіта, будівництво, телекомунікації, маркетинг тощо. Є можливості для тимчасової роботи, довгострокової роботи, а також роботи на основі проекту. Over 2 million refugees have fled Ukraine since the beginning of Russia's brutal invasion. Whether they go to Romania, Poland, Hungary, or other European countries, our platform helps them find the right job so they keep supporting themselves and their families during this crisis. Bonus: learning and development opportunities and other benefits.

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Starting my job hunt in a new country felt like stepping into a massive library with no idea where to find the book I needed. Coming right after the neighboring country's violent invasion of Ukraine in 2022, I arrived with high hopes but quickly encountered a wall. The job market here was a whole new world, and my usual approach just wasn't cutting it. Friends and settlement organizations suggested trying online job boards such as Job Bank Canada and Indeed. The concept of Job Application Automation with a Human Touch I wasn't aiming to spam companies with my resume. Instead, I sought to automate certain aspects of the process to save time and target suitable jobs for me in a more personalized manner. Moreover, it wasn’t solely about finding a job; it was also about learning how to use technology and AI, in particular. In sharing this story, I hope to inspire others to look at their challenges differently and maybe even find new ways to tackle them. Here's how I pieced it together, combining RSS feeds, server-side scripts, custom Chrome extensions, and the innovative use of AI to enrich data and personalize applications: Step 1: RSS for Job Listings Daily, a script on a Linux server I set up would fetch RSS feeds from Job Bank Canada, filtering opportunities based on my predefined keywords. It would store the data gathered into a cache file that another part of the system would work with later. This step appreciates the enduring value of RSS, allowing me and other old-school guys to stay updated with minimal effort. So a big special thank you to the services and platforms like Job Bank for maintaining it. Technologies used PHP
PHP Simple XML
Linux Bash Scripting
Crontabs Step 2: The Manual Touch: Reviewing Matches Despite the automation intention, I chose to review the matches manually, ensuring that only the most relevant opportunities were considered, at least at the beginning. This blend of automation and personal oversight was enough to maintain quality in the job hunt. I figured out there were too many vague jobs that didn't sound legit to me. Technically, the script reads the cached file and displays the number of items found for each keyword. At first, I was copying job posting details manually, but I gave up doing so for each listing. Even so, sometimes the same position can be seen twice or more if it contains different keywords, so… Technologies used PHP Step 3: Crafting a Custom Chrome Extension Screenshot of the extracted data (link) ..to expedite the review process and eliminate duplicates, I developed a simple parsing Chrome extension. The details it captured included the position name, salary range, contact info, and other essential data. I opted to automate this aspect in later versions of the system and either discard or repurpose the extension. Once I obtained the data, if I deemed the listing worthwhile, a click would save it directly to a Google Spreadsheet. Initially, I didn't want to set up a separate database for this project. Therefore, this convenient and widely used Google product suited my needs, allowing me to maintain simplicity The extension: Install the extension View Github source code Technologies used Google Spreadsheets API
Google Chrome’s extension
JavaScript Step 4: Enriching Data with Server-Side Scripts and AI I then enhanced my spreadsheet's listings using a server-side script to extract insights from employer websites, such as career page addresses, additional contact details, and social media links. More technical details were also gathered, like the server software and programming languages used. The major breakthrough came from integrating OpenAI's API, which summarized websites and classified industries, enriching each saved job listing with valuable context. To optimize OpenAI token usage, I trimmed the content to focus on the most relevant sections for analysis, avoiding excess from footers or irrelevant links. Technologies used PHP cURL
Prompt Engineering
OpenAI API
Google Spreadsheets API Step 5: Personalizing Cover Letters and resumes objectives To avoid the impersonal nature of mass applications, I used OpenAI's API selectively to tailor cover letters, inserting placeholders for the company name, industry, and the software they utilize. When you know the product or service the company produces, you understand the value you may provide to it. That was the only way to stand out among other applicants who used the semi-cold outreach approach. This strategy demonstrated a genuine interest in each employer even if I visited the website automatically in less than a second. Technologies used OpenAI API
PHP Step 6: Generating PDFs for Applications Aware of the limitations and risks associated with direct links in emails, I opted for a more conservative approach: converting resumes and cover letters into PDFs. Despite my preference for digital simplicity, the goal was to ensure my applications reached their destination with a reduced chance of being sidelined into spam folders or worse. The generated PDF files were cached on the server side and attached to my emails. Technologies used PHP
DomPDF
Ubuntu Linux
JavaScript Step 7: Enhancing Communication and Email Dispatch After the initial steps of data enrichment and personalization, it is now time for the critical phase — communication. Upon selecting a potential opportunity, a predefined email template is loaded into a text area, ready for any final, personal touches. The interface was similar to Gmail's one, where email addresses and subject lines were populated automatically. I used the position name, my name, and the company name in the subject. Sometimes I had to visit the website of a company of my interest again to ensure I don’t like or sound mistaken. Anyway, I reviewed and, if necessary, customized each message before proceeding. This part can be automated later too. At least I thought I would do so. To further avoid the stigma of automated spam, emails were dispatched at random intervals. This careful timing was designed to mimic human irregularity, reducing the likelihood of triggering spam filters and increasing the chance of email deliverability. Technologies used Gmail’s SMTP
CronJobs
Water.css
PHP Step 8: Refining Email opening Tracking Another gem of my job application toolkit was an email tracking system. I implemented a technique to outsmart tracker caching, subtly changing the tracking image's color scheme embedded in my email signature with each dispatch. This ensured each email open was uniquely recorded, triggering a script to log the activity directly into my Google Spreadsheet against the respective employer. This method provided precise insights into who engaged with my emails and how many times, significantly informing the effectiveness of my approach. While this tactic faced limitations with Gmail, it proved highly effective with other providers, particularly corporate ones. Technologies used cURL
Google Spreadsheets API
PHP Conclusion Sending each resume out of over 400 felt like giving away a great book to someone who's already received 400 others. The rare responses  I got were like small beams of light—rare but motivating. Adding a tracking system helped me see if my book even stood out in the pile. It was a journey of patience, perseverance, and a personal test showing that job platforms like Job Bank might not be the best for IT jobs. It seems employers prefer traditional methods like recruiters, LinkedIn, or employee referrals. Automating my job search was a huge learning curve. It was more than just speeding up applications; it was about making technology an ally in a personal quest. By blending RSS feeds, a Chrome extension, AI, and clever email strategies, I made my job hunt more efficient yet personal. The experience taught me valuable lessons about using technology wisely and staying true to myself. It's not about replacing the personal touch with technology but enhancing it, showing that with the right approach, we can push beyond what we thought was possible. Starting my job hunt in a new country felt like stepping into a massive library with no idea where to find the book I needed. Coming right after the neighboring country's violent invasion of Ukraine in 2022, I arrived with high hopes but quickly encountered a wall. The job market here was a whole new world, and my usual approach just wasn't cutting it. Friends and settlement organizations suggested trying online job boards such as Job Bank Canada and Indeed. The concept of Job Application Automation with a Human Touch I wasn't aiming to spam companies with my resume. Instead, I sought to automate certain aspects of the process to save time and target suitable jobs for me in a more personalized manner. Moreover, it wasn’t solely about finding a job; it was also about learning how to use technology and AI, in particular. In sharing this story, I hope to inspire others to look at their challenges differently and maybe even find new ways to tackle them. Here's how I pieced it together, combining RSS feeds, server-side scripts, custom Chrome extensions, and the innovative use of AI to enrich data and personalize applications: Step 1: RSS for Job Listings Daily, a script on a Linux server I set up would fetch RSS feeds from Job Bank Canada, filtering opportunities based on my predefined keywords. It would store the data gathered into a cache file that another part of the system would work with later. This step appreciates the enduring value of RSS, allowing me and other old-school guys to stay updated with minimal effort. So a big special thank you to the services and platforms like Job Bank for maintaining it. Technologies used PHP PHP Simple XML Linux Bash Scripting Crontabs PHP PHP Simple XML Linux Bash Scripting Crontabs Step 2: The Manual Touch: Reviewing Matches Despite the automation intention, I chose to review the matches manually, ensuring that only the most relevant opportunities were considered, at least at the beginning. This blend of automation and personal oversight was enough to maintain quality in the job hunt. I figured out there were too many vague jobs that didn't sound legit to me. Technically, the script reads the cached file and displays the number of items found for each keyword. At first, I was copying job posting details manually, but I gave up doing so for each listing. Even so, sometimes the same position can be seen twice or more if it contains different keywords, so… Technologies used PHP PHP Step 3: Crafting a Custom Chrome Extension Screenshot of the extracted data (link) Screenshot of the extracted data ( link ) link ..to expedite the review process and eliminate duplicates, I developed a simple parsing Chrome extension. The details it captured included the position name, salary range, contact info, and other essential data. I opted to automate this aspect in later versions of the system and either discard or repurpose the extension. Once I obtained the data, if I deemed the listing worthwhile, a click would save it directly to a Google Spreadsheet. Initially, I didn't want to set up a separate database for this project. Therefore, this convenient and widely used Google product suited my needs, allowing me to maintain simplicity The extension: Install the extension Install the extension View Github source code View Github source code Technologies used Google Spreadsheets API Google Chrome’s extension JavaScript Google Spreadsheets API Google Chrome’s extension JavaScript Step 4: Enriching Data with Server-Side Scripts and AI I then enhanced my spreadsheet's listings using a server-side script to extract insights from employer websites, such as career page addresses, additional contact details, and social media links. More technical details were also gathered, like the server software and programming languages used. The major breakthrough came from integrating OpenAI's API, which summarized websites and classified industries, enriching each saved job listing with valuable context. To optimize OpenAI token usage, I trimmed the content to focus on the most relevant sections for analysis, avoiding excess from footers or irrelevant links. Technologies used PHP cURL Prompt Engineering OpenAI API Google Spreadsheets API PHP cURL Prompt Engineering OpenAI API Google Spreadsheets API Step 5: Personalizing Cover Letters and resumes objectives To avoid the impersonal nature of mass applications, I used OpenAI's API selectively to tailor cover letters, inserting placeholders for the company name, industry, and the software they utilize. When you know the product or service the company produces, you understand the value you may provide to it. That was the only way to stand out among other applicants who used the semi-cold outreach approach. This strategy demonstrated a genuine interest in each employer even if I visited the website automatically in less than a second. Technologies used OpenAI API PHP OpenAI API PHP Step 6: Generating PDFs for Applications Aware of the limitations and risks associated with direct links in emails, I opted for a more conservative approach: converting resumes and cover letters into PDFs. Despite my preference for digital simplicity, the goal was to ensure my applications reached their destination with a reduced chance of being sidelined into spam folders or worse. The generated PDF files were cached on the server side and attached to my emails. Technologies used PHP DomPDF Ubuntu Linux JavaScript PHP DomPDF Ubuntu Linux JavaScript Step 7: Enhancing Communication and Email Dispatch After the initial steps of data enrichment and personalization, it is now time for the critical phase — communication. Upon selecting a potential opportunity, a predefined email template is loaded into a text area, ready for any final, personal touches. The interface was similar to Gmail's one, where email addresses and subject lines were populated automatically. I used the position name, my name, and the company name in the subject. Sometimes I had to visit the website of a company of my interest again to ensure I don’t like or sound mistaken. Anyway, I reviewed and, if necessary, customized each message before proceeding. This part can be automated later too. At least I thought I would do so. To further avoid the stigma of automated spam, emails were dispatched at random intervals. This careful timing was designed to mimic human irregularity, reducing the likelihood of triggering spam filters and increasing the chance of email deliverability. Technologies used Gmail’s SMTP CronJobs Water.css PHP Gmail’s SMTP CronJobs Water.css PHP Step 8: Refining Email opening Tracking Another gem of my job application toolkit was an email tracking system. I implemented a technique to outsmart tracker caching, subtly changing the tracking image's color scheme embedded in my email signature with each dispatch. This ensured each email open was uniquely recorded, triggering a script to log the activity directly into my Google Spreadsheet against the respective employer. This method provided precise insights into who engaged with my emails and how many times, significantly informing the effectiveness of my approach. While this tactic faced limitations with Gmail, it proved highly effective with other providers, particularly corporate ones. Technologies used cURL Google Spreadsheets API PHP cURL Google Spreadsheets API PHP Conclusion Sending each resume out of over 400 felt like giving away a great book to someone who's already received 400 others. The rare responses  I got were like small beams of light—rare but motivating. Adding a tracking system helped me see if my book even stood out in the pile. It was a journey of patience, perseverance, and a personal test showing that job platforms like Job Bank might not be the best for IT jobs. It seems employers prefer traditional methods like recruiters, LinkedIn, or employee referrals. Automating my job search was a huge learning curve. It was more than just speeding up applications; it was about making technology an ally in a personal quest. By blending RSS feeds, a Chrome extension, AI, and clever email strategies, I made my job hunt more efficient yet personal. The experience taught me valuable lessons about using technology wisely and staying true to myself. It's not about replacing the personal touch with technology but enhancing it, showing that with the right approach, we can push beyond what we thought was possible.

How I Tried to Automate Job Applications as a Software Engineer in Canada (and Failed)

Mykhailo Fedorov (Minister of Digital Transformation) about the first days of the full-scale invasion of the Russian Federation. "While Russian missiles and tanks attacked Ukrainian cities, enemy hackers tried to collapse critical infrastructure, energy, and financial sectors, as well as public services" - Since the first Russian missile strike on Ukraine on February 24th, the war has been ongoing not only on the military front but on the informational and digital as well. The latter is successfully managed by the IT Army of Ukraine, which the Ministry of Digital Transformation created almost immediately after the full-scale invasion, along with , Army SOS, Creative Sich, and other organizations. IT Stand For Ukraine This initiative was joined by Ukrainian tech companies, thousands of cyber volunteers, and individual specialists. They formed cyber groups for one purpose — to protect their state and people. Despite the complexity, . Some started volunteering in their free time, and others switched to working part-time to dedicate more time to cyber warfare. the cyber community balances life, work, and volunteering Increasingly, more companies offer flexible schedules: for example, you can work in the morning and evening and hack one more Russian website during the daytime. Companies are trying to continue their usual operation, pay taxes in advance, and do everything to keep the economic backbone of our country safe. The tech community spares no resources and does everything possible to bring Ukraine's victory closer. What Ukrainian Cyber Groups Do In addition to protecting Ukrainian cyberspace, the tech community went on a counter-offensive. Hundreds of cyberattacks were carried out, and various secret databases, websites of state bodies, and key enterprises were hacked. Coordination occurs through various social networks and internet platforms, particularly Telegram and DOU.ua. : these are databases of citizens and businesses that contain sensitive data. Ukrainian specialists have already hacked more than 80 databases that are critical for the aggressor country A significant part of tech companies in Russia suffered. For example, "VKontakte" can’t even buy servers to meet its own needs. The cyber community organizes multimillion-dollar fundraisers for the needs of the military and refugees and also , such as Swedes for Ukraine (it connects Swedish hosts with Ukrainian refugees), Bezyl (it helps to support mental health), and dozens of others. creates useful applications for Ukrainian citizens Tech volunteers from the Army SOS organization have . The cyber ​​army also created a system for intelligence planning and coordination on the battlefield — ComBat. developed software that helps the artillery fire better and faster It allows you to monitor the movement of soldiers and units during combat missions in real-time, give instructions, and understand the state of a particular soldier or group. The IT Army Of Ukraine is a community of tech specialists from all over the world who united after the start of a full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russia. Specialists of various levels have created and continue to create automated systems of attacks on information resources and services of an enemy country. During the 6 months of the war, the IT Army blocked more than 6,000 online resources. IT Stand For Ukraine is a public IT organization that unites more than 1,000 Ukrainian specialists in technical, creative, and other fields. They create useful applications and bots to help Ukraine and its citizens, as well as websites, to fight propaganda, and conduct DDOS attacks on various Russian resources. Creative Sich is a project that unites and coordinates creative industry specialists to fight on the information front. The goal of the organization is to convey important messages about Ukraine to the world. The participants of Creative Sich create posters, memes, edit videos, write texts, help posts to rise in the algorithms of social networks, and perform other important tasks that help bring Ukraine closer to victory. How Do Volunteers Rationally Allocate Their Time? According to IT volunteers, on average, they spend 15-20 hours a week on volunteer projects, that is, it is like a part-time job. “I usually do this in the evening/night, and early in the morning. Volunteer projects are not as complicated as work projects, which can take weeks to develop. They are quite simple, these projects are aimed at launching quickly because they are needed right now. On those volunteer projects where I worked, no one thought about any complex features. Everyone understands that it is all based on initiative, and therefore no one puts a lot of burden on people there. If something is too difficult to do, it is postponed, it is all discussed. The idea is to launch quickly, not to develop something complex. It is not the same as with commercial projects, where there are long stages, etc.” Vitaly Haritonsky, back-end developer One of the projects in which UA IT Hub and IT Stand For Ukraine involved specialists on a volunteer basis is OkupantovNet – a solution that counts occupier's losses. “I worked on it for about a week, but it was a full day because I had no other projects to work on at that time. Therefore, with the volunteer ones, I don't know what the distribution of time is. I spent my working time on them, but when I already had non-volunteer projects, or I was involved somewhere to help, half a day I was working on one thing, on those that were needed in the first place, then I was engaged in volunteer work.” Anastasiia Dydyliuk, front-end developer Valuable information was shared with us about a very important project related to the tracking of all aid that comes to Ukraine. Requirements are currently being collected for this tracking system, as this is a very large project. A large number of specialists, especially those with managerial skills, are involved in its implementation. According to Nika Tamaio Flores, Head of Consulting at Data Science UA, Chairwoman of the Board at IT Stand For Ukraine, the company is actively preparing the ground for this project - they are negotiating with various organizations. There are plans to sign a memorandum with the SBU and the General Staff. The contract with the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is already ready. This project is very useful, as it will be possible to track where humanitarian aid comes from and where it goes. "It is difficult to say how many specialists are involved in this project, probably hundreds, but everyone has other work besides this class, so it takes approximately 20-50% of the working time." UA IT Hub As a Volunteer Sponsor Ukrainian company appeals to businesses in North America and Europe to use Ukrainian tech expertise for their development needs. The company was founded on April 15, 2022, and already at the beginning of May, the first client was already here. UA IT Hub UA IT HUB helps those who lost their jobs due to the war by gaining new clients and providing career opportunities. This company enables talented technical specialists to realize themselves and to show the indomitability of the Ukrainian people even during such difficult times. UA IT Hub pays for the work of specialists on volunteer projects as regular working hours. "From mid-May to mid-July is when big growth happened: we signed our first major client and established many processes (HR, project management, client onboarding, etc). At the end of July, we have 15 people working full time on board". Ivan Kosyuk, CEO at UA IT Hub The purpose of UA IT Hub is to . UA IT Hub does not set strict working hours, and all specialists work remotely. An IT specialist must be communicative and able to establish a work process with colleagues. find project work for Ukrainian techies who require extra schedule flexibility due to the realities of war UA IT HUB’s CEO Ivan claims that Ukraine is an excellent place to do business: firstly, the tax and salary documentation is easy; secondly, there are good incentives for new digital business (such as no income tax for the first few years). “I love devising new ways to create value for others. I do it through business-making services and products that make the life of users better while allowing both professional growth and decent salaries for employees. This is what makes me happy and why I don’t draw the line between work and everything else”. Many companies were interested in getting to know UA IT Hub and expressed their support. With many of them, partnership relations were established thanks to the organization’s approach. UA IT Hub seeks to understand business needs more profoundly and identify new potential opportunities. The organization has full-time employees, but some are unable to work full-time due to involvement in volunteering. Some engineers require additional time to work on technological initiatives for their government, such as creating both defensive and offensive cybersecurity systems. A wide range of skill sets—from machine learning to cybersecurity to app development—are represented in the company. The UA IT Hub assembles IT teams with the perfect balance of skills and time availability to meet the demands of businesses. To ensure the programmers and designers stay in sync with the project timeframe and other customer requirements, UA IT Hub offers a layer of project management and coordination. The company publishes the project requirements and other details online as soon as a project becomes available. A team of engineers is then assembled according to the project's requirements, considering skill sets, and job availability. As Ivan Kosyuk states, the company is currently training leaders for various departments. In 1-2 months, UA IT Hub will be ready to hire developers with little or no experience, as they will have mentors to guide them. UA IT Hub is engaged in various interesting projects. One of the most distinguished among them is a project in the field of online medical care. The company helped to turn the client’s idea into a full-scale feature breakdown, use case documents, and to design mockups, which allowed the client to make a reasonable decision about the next steps. Afterward, UA IT Hub specialists went in to develop an MVP and a landing page to attract more stakeholders to the project. Another interesting blueprint planned is a project in environment-friendly living aimed to connect people, businesses, and government into a digital ecosystem. For UA IT Hub, this is a unique experience, as they researched a wide range of solutions around the globe to come up with a roadmap and then go from a simple app to a full-fledged marketplace with carbon credits, sponsored events, and government integration. The future of this project is yet to be decided, but the business insights were exceedingly valuable to their partner. Currently, Ukraine has suffered significant losses from Russian aggression. As noted by Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, the amount of damage suffered by Ukraine's infrastructure due to the war reached 104 billion dollars. Seeing the opportunity to apply their expertise and joint efforts, the founders of UA IT HUB together with representatives of the Canadian architectural company WZMH, united to find a solution for the reconstruction of the country and cities. In the past few months, a number of Ukrainian Architects (who recently arrived in Canada) joined the work team, along with tech professionals from UA IT Hub. They developed a modular solution for rebuilding apartment complexes throughout the country - including new greenfield solutions. Working together encouraged new ideas and innovative solutions and how to implement the concept in Ukraine. For now, the company plans to expand its international presence by media means, as well as to create a robust network of Ukrainian digital businesses to provide clients with any related services (marketing, financial research, PR, etc.). UA IT Hub is the personification of all Ukrainian people who are united for a common purpose. So we urge you to help the Ukrainian people in the fight against the invaders. You can donate to one of the organizations, spread the word to bring the truth to more people, or even join the cyber community to destroy the enemies on this front. Any of your support will bring Ukraine closer to victory.

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, a Ukraine-based Software as a Service (SaaS) company that provides a smart Learning Management System (LMS), recently launched a social project for HR and L&D, and company executives — . AcademyOcean Coaching for Ukraine The team has managed to engage the well-known HR, and L&D experts at Udemy and LinkedIn Learning, TED speakers, McDonald's, and BBC representatives, who educate Ukrainian businesses to manage the team during the crisis and adapt employees to changes. The initiative was also supported by Ukraine's Ministry of Culture and Information Policy. CMO of Andrey Byzov and digital marketer Diana Stoyanova wrote an article about how to launch a social project successfully. They shared insights on how to find objectives, an audience, speakers, and partners, create a marketing plan, and extend the project. AcademyOcean Being a socially responsible business is no longer a trend, it is a must. We live in an era when many businesses outperform some countries in terms of income. These companies are responsible for their employees, just like any government is accountable for the well-being of its citizens. Many newbies believe that if you have an idea and have a team, you can go and start the project tomorrow. This is a common mistake: without tactics and strategy, nothing will happen. Creating a high-quality and complete project is challenging, but it is possible if you do your homework. Here we share 6 steps to help you perform your first project successfully. Step 1: Investigate whether your project is needed First, spend time understanding the reasons and goals for creating the project. Identify your target audience, and find the right speakers and partners. How to choose a target audience? Try to align your target audience with the expertise your company has. The best way to help people is to share your expertise with them. For example, we help implement e-learning in companies and we have experience creating corporate culture. We work with HR and L&D experts worldwide – our expertise lies here. So, we help the target business audience because of the expertise we have. HRs and L&D CEOs, CMOs, COOs, and founders of companies everyone involved in creating a corporate and educational culture in companies. How to understand that the project will be relevant to your audience? This research will help you later in Step 2. SPOILER: Identifying your target audience's needs, expectations, and problems helps you to understand people better and ensure that you're creating a project that will have a tangible impact on their lives. Here is how we found out the  need in our project: According to the survey conducted by the Rating group, 59% of those who had a job before the war are currently working. Out of this percent, 34% are full-time workers. On the other hand, the number of those who lost their jobs also increased - from 35% in June to 39% in July. You are ready to identify your project's objective or so-called “mission” from the search results. Here is an example of a mission: to allow Ukrainian specialists to study free of charge from global experts and help build the best global employer culture in Ukraine; help businesses adapt employees to the crisis. How to find speakers and partners? Make a list of thought leaders and well-known influencers in your field. Googling is a good step to start with  (these can be articles with rating lists, speakers of different events, etc.). Another source of potential speakers is the communities they are a part of. In our case, it was  LinkedIn Learning, Udemy, and Coursera, where there is information about the authors. Where to find contacts? Social media is the best way to share your expertise, and it's also a way of communication. It is convenient to work with LinkedIn to collect contacts. LinkedIn's algorithms display similar profiles or contacts of people whose profiles you are viewing. You can find a person's email with the help of special services, such as Rocket Reach. Step 2: Write to potential speakers Pitching the speakers has a snowball effect—the first one is difficult to find and persuade to join the project, but the number of options will grow later. Describe the mission and the concept of your project. Tell what the speaker's performance will give himself and what the event participants will get. Personalize your email (do not make one template for the entire list!). Take the time to learn more about the expert and find an “icebreaker”. Step 3. Make a marketing plan Many people spend excessive time planning every aspect of their project but neglect marketing. Bad idea: marketing helps people discover your project. Focus on practical, cost-effective marketing efforts that don't take up much time. Create an email campaign for your company's target audience. Use Reply or Lemlist for sending personalized emails. Tell people about the project on the company's social media. Try to get free placements in the media – write them and try asking about a free placement. . Choose the media in your niche and look for journalists who have already written something similar to your subject. Create an event on Facebook or LinkedIn Events. People undervalue those tools. After the first successful project activity and publications, gather a list of potential partners and write letters with an offer to support the project. Step 4: Make the Branding of your Project It is essential to have an identity in the brand to help the project stay in the target audience's focus. The project's brand must match your organization's brand. You should take into account: The event name. It is the first thing your participants will see. The logo, company colors, and tone of voice. They must be well-matched with the design elements of your business. On-site registration: banners, email signature, minor visual details, and promotional materials. Step 5: Run the pilot version of the project and draw conclusions It is crucial to select channels for communication with the audience where you can keep in touch, invite them to the following events, answer their questions, and receive feedback. The tool with the highest message opening and attraction percentage is the chatbot for WhatsApp/Messenger. There are many services such as Manychat. The Main advantages of chatbots are: automated distribution possibility to write mass to the whole audience at once We made our first conclusions after the first event with the help of statistics on the chatbot. Our team analyzed the number of subscribers and visitors on the web. Additionally, we used the survey tool in the educational Academy, which was created on the platform of AcademyOcean LMS. This made it possible to assess whether we correctly chose the speaker and whether the participants were satisfied with the level of the organization. Step 6: How to measure the event’s performance? If the project is well perceived by the audience and benefits the company, it is a sign that it has the potential to scale. Here are the main tasks: increase and retain  the audience of participants; find new speakers; find new partners to support the project; You can use the contacts you have gathered in the chatbots and other communication channels to support your feedback. Audience. For example, in addition to reminders about coaching sessions, we sent a link to courses in the educational Academy, a video recording of coaching sessions, and other helpful information to the chat. This helps to keep the participants involved. Publications and posts of media partners, as well as the search for TA on LinkedIn and further outreach of mail services, work well to find new participants. After each webinar or lecture, don't hesitate to contact your speakers with a request to tell their colleagues about the project. This can be a post on social media with a call to join the project or a personal message. The main thing is that this recommendation works much better than the "cold" letter from the organizers. Speakers. Partners. First of all, partners are interested in 2 factors: The project potential - achievements, audience size, number of speakers, and number of events hosted. The social component - the mission and objective of the project. Creating a successful social project may have a lot of challenges, but you will get from it as much as you invest. You can rely on valuable data to help build your future strategies: managing the following projects, business development, and audience analysis. This will help you effectively measure the project’s performance.

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We all are shocked by the terrible war Russia started, and we care for Ukraine and its citizens. While working as a developer, I used to work with many talented Ukrainians (the world knows how great Ukrainian programmers are!) and have made a lot of friends among them. I deeply empathize with them now, especially when I hear stories of my friends. One of them has to sleep in the subway with his family because it’s the closest shelter to his home. The other lost the house he built in Irpin, a small cozy town near Kyiv. He and his family put so much effort and spent so many years creating the home of their dreams, and now it’s gone, ruined by Russian troops. His kids are devastated, but he says: “at least we’re alive.” When I hear it, my heart breaks. Since the beginning of the war, I’ve been helping Ukraine, for example, by donating money. But it still feels like it’s not enough. I think the world doesn’t pay enough attention to Ukraine’s and Ukrainians’ problems. Probably because we can’t imagine what they are going through. I believe we aren’t helping them enough, and we could do more. So, I decided to collect different ways of supporting this great people struggling for freedom and share them with you. If you’ve already donated money or offered your help to refugees from Ukraine but still feel you could do more (like I do), this list is for you. As for me, I decided to teach and tutor Ukrainians for free. Giving them a fresh start in a new field (because many of them have lost their previous positions, maybe forever) is my way of helping Ukraine. 1. Hire a Ukrainian Unfortunately, many people have already lost their jobs after the beginning of the Russian invasion. It’s hard to estimate the number of Ukrainian developers who lost their jobs precisely, but in general, 53% of Ukrainians became unemployed after the war started (according to the survey conducted by Rating Group in March). And many more to go. Ukrainian developers, who have been highly appreciated on the global market, face a huge problem now. Due to the martial law declared by President Zelenskyy, men from 18 to 60 years old can’t leave the country, which makes it impossible for developers to relocate. But they can and are willing to work. Also, Ukrainian women who fled the country can and want to work. And working for these people nowadays means supporting not only themselves but the Ukrainian economy as well. Many of them are top-notch specialists. Many companies have considered Ukraine a high-risk territory and started to shut down some outsource projects involving Ukrainians. Also, Ukrainians on a startup’s team mean potential problems with investment attraction. If the company can’t guarantee the safety of its employees, it’s an additional risk for investors. I think it’s unfair, and I urge you to help if you can. For example, consider hiring a Ukrainian developer or other IT specialist (in marketing, design, management, etc.) if you have a job opening. There are several websites you can use to find the person you need: — there are over 2,000 active profiles of Ukrainian professionals on this website Hire for Ukraine — you can send the information about a job opening to them or become a volunteer if you have HR-related experience Hire The Ukrainian — you can post a job description and it won’t cost you a penny. Currently, there are 7,000+ candidates and 2,500+ jobs here. Employ Ukraine 2. Learn with Ukrainian apps Remember I told you that Ukrainian developers are outstanding? So, you can trust me when I say they can develop a quality app for studying. For example: — if you’ve been reading me for some time, you’ve probably heard about this service. I think it offers an extremely practical way to learn Java, and I’m happy to mention that it’s a Ukrainian project. It helps you become a Java developer even if you’ve never tried coding before. Practical tasks, a minimal amount of theory, plus an option to study with a mentor. Also, this company recently started a project aiming to provide Ukrainians who lost their jobs with a new career in IT. When you buy a subscription, two subscriptions go to the Ukrainians who need them to start a new profession (details — ). CodeGym.cc here — this service can be useful for those developers who work in multinational teams and want to learn a new language (or several languages). It offers help in finding a language tutor, a convenient platform for studying, and a virtual classroom. Also, you can track your progress and see how your speaking and vocabulary improve. Preply — helps to learn more efficiently by training your brain. With this app, you can start reading much faster, improve your memory, and become more focused and concentrated on what you’re doing at the moment. ReadLax Sure, this isn’t a complete list of Ukrainian companies worth your support. If you know others, feel free to write about them in the comments. And here is one more way to help Ukrainians to which I’m currently devoting almost all my spare time: 3. Use Ukrainian software and services As the world gets more and more interested in the war updates, the awareness of Ukrainian businesses and products grows. Here are some of them you probably have never heard about (although you should, in my humble opinion): — a DevOps platform that helps companies maximize the overall return on software development. It enables a team to perform all the project tasks: from planning to deployment. GitLab — this company’s productivity applications work on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Some of them were named Editors’ Choice and Apps of the Year by Apple. Readdle — Ukrainian service for finding developers for startups. This company suggests a match for the opening in 24 hours and calls itself “the exclusive community of startup sidekicks.” Lemon.io — this service makes meetings work by recording, transcribing, and creating summaries by AI. It is compatible with Zoom, Google Meet, Teams, and Webex. Sembly.ai — this data management platform helps scale your company’s data operations. As the company says, using its product may lead to an 80% reduction in time and money. Datuum.ai 4. Use your professional skills to help Ukrainians For instance, if you’re an IT consultant, offer your services to people in need. If you’re a high-skilled professional, become a mentor for an aspiring Ukrainian building a career in your field. If you’re an educator, launch a free online course. If you have a site — you could add on it. this widget We have so much to give, and we can’t be stingy now. Ukraine didn’t start this war, but it must win it for all of us. The world needs Ukraine’s victory to continue believing that freedom still means something, and people have the right to be themselves without the fear of getting killed for it. The war will end eventually, and Ukraine will face the next challenge: recovering. Ukrainians will have to rebuild the country, so their economy needs a lot of support. If we can do it, we should. And the final note. Also Published Here

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Governments are embracing the digital revolution: the GovTech sector, , is projected to reach an astonishing $1 trillion by 2027. One of the major players contributing to this transformation is , an IT company with more than 17 years of experience developing a wide range of solutions, from websites and e-commerce to enterprise and govtech. P2H has already garnered the trust of over 100,000 customers and millions of end-users. valued at over $430 billion P2H I spoke with Dmitriy Breslavets, a co-founder at P2H, who provides insight into GovTech from a developer's perspective and delves into the unique challenges and opportunities that arise when working across different regions. — Let's start with a short intro. What exactly is GovTech? — GovTech initiatives include a broad spectrum of projects, ranging from user-friendly government websites and mobile applications to data analytics and artificial intelligence systems. Governments are deploying chatbots to interact with citizens, blockchain to enhance identity verification and authentication, and digital voting systems to make elections more accessible. GovTech also extends to smart city initiatives. Many countries already have comprehensive e-government portals that offer services like registering companies, applying for permits, and paying taxes. Digital India program, South Korea’s Digital Government Initiative, and the USA.gov portal are notable examples. — How did P2H start working with government agencies? — Our approach has always revolved around establishing strong, trust-based relationships with our partners through the flawless execution of small tasks, which we call the "quantum of trust." We first encountered a government client when they had a straightforward design-to-HTML conversion request. We executed it with precision, which prompted our client to entrust us with more challenging projects. Over time, as their confidence in our abilities grew, they presented us with more complex and demanding tasks in the e-government sector. — In which markets are you currently operating? — P2H operations span across three key regions. In the Middle East and North Africa, we have successfully established a local presence with an office and a dedicated team. Our European endeavors start in Portugal. We plan to expand into Spain, bypass the well-digitized markets of France and Germany, and foster collaborations in Slovakia, Slovenia, and potentially the Czech Republic. Finally, due to its high maturity level, the US market presents unique challenges. However, we actively participate in tenders and study the landscape to enhance our management and production capabilities. This approach will ultimately allow us to deliver top-tier products tailored to local needs. — In 2022, the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development mentioned significant progress in digitizing government services in . Can you elaborate on the reasons behind this success? Bangladesh, Egypt, Oman, Mongolia, Tanzania, Saudi Arabia, and Ukraine — These countries have just recently embarked on the path of government digitalization. This means they can leverage the experiences of others to develop modern, efficient, and user-friendly services without compatibility concerns with outdated systems. They can adopt or adjust comprehensive, ready-made solutions to meet their unique requirements. This fact enables a swift transition from paper-based processes to fully digital ones. For instance, Ukraine had limited exposure to GovTech until recently, when the Ministry of Digital Transformation was established in 2019. The Ministry launched the Diia portal, which has over 19 million users and more than 30 government services available in a few clicks on a smartphone. It is also a powerful brand, and some African nations are even importing the platform. Conversely, digitalization started decades ago in the US and parts of Europe. These regions already operate intricate, long-standing systems that can be challenging to replace or modernize. Citizens have also grown accustomed to specific business processes and interfaces. As a result, governments have to maintain old solutions. As far as I can tell, overhauls only occur when there is a compelling need, budget, and will to do so, which is often lacking. Interesting fact: the demand for was higher than ever during the pandemic. This programming language from the 1960s is often used in legacy government apps. COBOL developers — From a GovTech developer's perspective, which regions are more convenient to work with? — From my perspective, there's nothing more challenging for a developer than working with existing code. The task isn't just to avoid breaking it but also to build upon it. Most programmers prefer starting from scratch. Countries at the start of their e-government journey can afford to do so. I’ll give you an example from our experience. Expanding to the US and Europe often involves integrating with Microsoft products. However, we can offer open-source platforms, Linux, various cloud solutions, and more in Saudi Arabia. They are open to considering different options to avoid dependence on a single vendor. This strategy allows them to create diversified technical solutions, which are easier to maintain. Dealing with legacy systems comes with challenges. It becomes a vicious cycle where improvements are necessary but limited to avoid disruptions. This emphasizes the importance of will I already mentioned. Someone needs to take responsibility for change and be willing to take risks for the transition to happen. — You have substantial experience implementing GovTech solutions in Saudi Arabia. Could you share your thoughts on the specifics of this market? — Saudi Arabia, or KSA, is one of the countries digitizing government services from scratch, leveraging the experiences of more digitally advanced neighbors like the UAE. Currently, it is executing the Vision 2030 program for economic diversification, global engagement, and enhanced quality of life. The program includes e-government as a core component of its strategy. Saudi Arabia can afford to hire numerous consultant specialists to oversee the process. Moreover, the country strictly follows a vendor diversification approach when developing digital platforms. This approach allows them to mitigate risks in case one of the vendors withdraws from the project. Additionally, companies seeking contracts must create jobs within Saudi Arabia. The government mantra is, "We don't work with those who come solely for profit." I am confident that this strategy will enable KSA to achieve its goals. We actively contribute to government digitalization along with other vendors. We don't consider each other competitors but rather collaborators, understanding that we can't monopolize the entire market. This fosters the growth of "co-opetition," where suppliers share knowledge, conduct cross-audits, and recommend solutions to one another. — Could you also describe the peculiarities of the Portuguese and US markets? — From what I’ve seen, Portugal has already automated many basic scenarios. The ePortugal portal provides a wide range of online services to citizens and businesses, covering tax-related issues, business registration, employment, social security, healthcare, and many other areas. However, evolving needs give rise to new challenges. Portugal envisions itself as an innovation hub in Europe. To achieve this goal, the country hosts regular Web Summit conferences and creates favorable conditions for nomads and businesses. There is a growing demand for startup-related GovTech solutions. It's worth noting that Portugal rigorously selects vendors, which makes the process relatively time-consuming. There are also stringent requirements for suppliers seeking to operate at the federal level in the US. However, GovTech is highly decentralized there. There is substantial demand for digitalization at the municipal level. Local authorities are focused on addressing specific issues and are relatively flexible in selecting contractors. — How can the digitalization of public services be made effective? — In my experience, an in-depth understanding of the customer, whether an individual or a business, enables us to create user-centric solutions. Governments must possess deep insights into their citizens to make systems that will be in demand. Otherwise, platforms may function but remain underutilized as they are inconvenient, difficult to navigate, or incompatible with specific devices. In Saudi Arabia, for example, there is a keen understanding of the population's needs. KSA ministries account for cultural factors, technical capabilities, and internet prevalence. They aim for accessibility, even for citizens with older phones, ensuring all can, for instance, make electronic donations during Ramadan. — Is it accurate to say that GovTech development always involves significant expenditures? — In general, yes, because GovTech systems are high-traffic and serve millions of users. Furthermore, they demand top-tier UI/UX to ensure user clarity. I'd also like to point out that robust support is crucial. The consequences of a specific company's website or application breaking vastly differ from when an entire nation's operations are disrupted. The responsibility to citizens is monumental, as are the potential costs in case of system failures. On top of that, government entities must safeguard sensitive citizen data, ensure their privacy, protect against rising cyber threats, and maintain secure communication channels, all of which add to the cost of GovTech projects. — What trends are currently emerging in the GovTech field? — One notable trend I'm seeing is AI becoming increasingly widespread. Governments can utilize AI to facilitate various tasks, including immigration assessments, fraud detection, infrastructure planning, customer support, and many others. For example, Singapore has a virtual assistant called "Ask Jamie." It uses AI to help people and businesses find information from around 70 government agency websites. By 2030, to the global economy, with governments being one of the key beneficiaries. AI is expected to contribute over $15 trillion Countries that proactively explore ways AI can enhance interactions between citizens and governments can gain a significant advantage in the future. — Are there any obstacles preventing the growth of AI in GovTech? — AI development is heavily dependent on resolving regulatory concerns. Government entities place great importance on data security and risk mitigation. They have to serve the public fairly and thus comply with rigorous standards when addressing critical AI matters such as trust and safety. Businesses may be willing to take certain risks in pursuit of competitive advantages. However, governments have no competition and, therefore, no reason to choose technological convenience over reliability. This fact may impede progress. Once regulatory barriers are successfully overcome, the pace of AI development is likely to become unstoppable.

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Ukraine and Russia are famous for their scientists and STEM-related higher education, while Poland has access to EU funding for tech research and innovation. The three countries are absolute leaders of Central and Eastern Europe in software development and near- and offshore tech services for Western Europe and the Americas. The Rocketech Team prepared our expert guide to IT outsourcing to Russia, Ukraine, and Poland. Key facts, statistics, and vital information – here, you will find everything you need if you are looking for a reliable tech partner. Overview is one of the most popular outsourcing destinations in Central Europe. The country’s IT services market is expected to reach over $12 billion by the end of 2021. Bloomberg rated Poland 23rd in the list of the world’s most innovative economies. According to the 2019 A.T. Kearney Global Services Location Index, the country is the 24th most attractive IT outsourcing location. And Tholons Top 100 Outsourcing Destinations ranked Poland the 9th. Poland With its thriving economy and advantageous conditions, Poland attracts investments from industry giants like Microsoft, Google, IBM, Motorola, etc. is a well-recognized gem of the Eastern European and global IT scene. The country’s export volume of IT services reached $4.5 billion in 2018. Global Outsourcing 100 by the IAOP and GSA Global Sourcing Awards are only two out of many awards received by the country and its companies. The 2019 A.T. Kearney Global Services Location Index placed Ukraine in the 20th position. Ukraine Tech industry leaders prefer having their Eastern European R&D offices in Ukraine for many reasons. Big names include Huawei, Microsoft, Wargaming, Skype, Samsung, Siemens, and eBay. Moreover, corporations like Nokia, Vodafone, Panasonic, Flixbus, Bosch, and HP chose Ukrainian software development companies to delegate part of their IT tasks. is a well-established tech outsourcing destination. According to the Russoft Association, in 2018, the country’s IT services export value amounted to $5.3 billion. Remarkably, offshore software development services take up nearly 0.5% of all Russia’s export. The 2019 A.T. Kearney Global Services Location Index ranked the country 18th in the location assessment. Russia Russia has become an R&D hub for Motorola, Siemens, and Intel, among other large companies. Besides, Danone, Starbucks, and Tele2 chose Russian specialists for outsourcing parts of their software development processes. Talent Pool and Expertise There are much deeper reasons behind the decision to delegate the tech tasks to a third-party company than just cutting down the software development cost. Gartner’s survey reveals the tech talent shortage as the most significant barrier preventing the adoption of new technologies. The lack of young specialists in the Western labor markets is another reason for efficient outsourcing to the East. Central and Eastern European coders regularly win various programming contests and rank their countries high by reputable international sources. For example, the three countries made it to the top-10 list according to Topcoder. The latest HackerRank listing has Russia and Poland in the 2nd and 3rd places, respectively. According to Statista, the most popular and in-demand programming languages in Poland in 2021 are JavaScript, Java, and Python. The IT Ukraine Association reported the same three languages as top tools for Ukrainian coders. Russian programmers voted for the same languages but in a different order – JavaScript, Python, and Java. These three languages are among the most in-demand programming tools worldwide, according to TIOBE Index and Stack Overflow Developer Survey. Moreover, HackerRank named countries with the best developers by domain. Here, Russia got acknowledged in eight domains out of fifteen: algorithms, Java, data structures, C++, Python, SQL, AI, and functional programming. Ukrainian professionals turned out to be among the best in mathematics, distributed systems, and security. And Poland was marked for algorithms, Java, tutorials, Python, Shell, and Ruby. Average Salaries and Rates There are various ways to estimate the average earnings of a professional. The salary depends on a set of factors, including years of experience, education level, and location. In most cases, residents of bigger cities and capitals expect to have higher paychecks. According to Arc, the average developer salary in Ukraine amounts to nearly $60K annually, and in Russia and Poland, specialists get $63K and $71K per year, respectively. The same level professionals in the US would expect $97K on average. However, the annual rates imply in-house positions with benefits like paid vacations, sick leaves, and bonuses. Our experts analyzed multiple data channels and platforms for freelancers’ communities to outline the average rates for offshore specialists in software development in Poland, Ukraine, and Russia. Average Rates per Hour Remote employees’ rates are mostly lower on average as companies that choose this working model, exclude expenses for large enough office rooms and extra perks from their budgets. Freelancers’ rates are affected by the situation on the market or dumping and can vary. Tech Hubs Local talents open for tech partnership are not centered only in capital cities anymore. Stable development of the Eastern European region provides its residents with more opportunities.  Thus, Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Novosibirsk are Russia’s leading and most influential tech hubs. They take up to 70% of the country’s IT services market and host most tech companies. Other important cities include Nizhny Novgorod, Kazan, Krasnoyarsk, and Tomsk. Ukraine’s top IT outsourcing hubs are Kyiv, Lviv, Odesa, Kharkiv, and Dnipro. While Kyiv is the capital city and the country’s administrative and scientific center, Lviv became a home for 317 IT companies (with 90% outsourcing services), and Kharkiv has up to 65% of all IT exports directed to the US. Poland’s major IT outsourcing hubs are Warsaw, Wroclaw, Krakow, Poznan, Katowice, and Tri-City (the metropolitan area combining Gdansk, Sopot, and Gdynia). The EU membership has a number of advantages like access to European funding, stable economic growth, and freedom of movement for local workers. However, hiring developers from Poland may be more expensive due to higher expenses and cost of living. Time Zones Education Higher education is still a must-have requirement for tech-related jobs in Central and Eastern Europe. Russian and Ukrainian culture is positively affected by the post-Soviet legacy of a classic education model. And universities in Poland offer plenty of programs in English. Education Key Facts Poland 43% of Polish citizens aged 25 – 34 have university degrees (the National Science Board's Science & Engineering Indicators 2018 report). In the academic year 2018/2019, there were 74,000 IT students (Central Statistical Office in Poland). Leading technical institutions: Warsaw University of Technology, Jagiellonian University, Gdansk University of Technology, and the University of Silesia in Katowice. Poland was ranked 11th in the global EF English Proficiency Index 2019. Ukraine 81% of the Ukrainian IT specialists have an intermediate+ level of English proficiency (DOU survey). 41% of females and 64% of males hold STEM-related degrees (DOU). Leading technical institutions: National Technical University of Ukraine Kyiv Polytechnic Institute, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Lviv Polytechnic National University, and the Kharkiv National University of Radioelectronics. Russia The Russian Federation has one of the highest tertiary education rates across OECD countries – 63% of 25-34 year-olds (OECD). 35% of bachelor’s level students are enrolled in STEM-related programs (OECD). There are 741 universities in Russia, including 29 national research universities. Leading technical institutions: Bauman Moscow State Technical University, Moscow State University, Saint Petersburg State University, Tomsk Polytechnic University, Novosibirsk State University. Final Thoughts Central and Eastern European countries are popular destinations for IT outsourcing for many reasons. The region is famous for its education, tech specialists, and professional level. Thousands of Western businesses choose Poland, Ukraine, and Russia when looking for cost-effective, yet high-quality IT services. This research was prepared by to provide you with factual information about the IT outsourcing potential in the three counties. As our Team consists mainly of developers from Ukraine, partnering with us provides our Clients with a great advantage of working with the best talents from the region. ROCKETECH If your business needs a reliable tech partner working with highly skilled professionals in mobile development, our managers would love to hear your ideas. Contact us today!

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