The "Geleği Yazanlar" (Writers of the Future) project, launched by Turkcell, is an online and face-to-face training platform designed to enhance software development skills, promote digital literacy, and train human resources in technology in Turkey. First announced in 2013, the project offers a wide range of educational content, from mobile application development to artificial intelligence, enabling individuals to develop their skills in software development. This project, implemented in collaboration with the public, private, and universities, also aims to increase employment of software developers.
Foundation and Purpose
The "Geleği Yazanlar" (Writers of the Future) platform was established by Turkcell in 2013 to contribute to Türkiye's digital transformation process. The platform's primary objective is to support the development of individuals with technological knowledge and skills, provide resources for individuals seeking to specialize in software development, particularly mobile application development, and meet the need for software developers. This initiative, designed to enhance the digital skills of individuals of all ages, especially young people, is accessible nationwide.
Training Content and Scope
Geleği Yazanlar (The Writers of the Future) offers its users both theoretical and practical content on the software development process. Training topics include application development for mobile platforms such as Android, iOS, and Windows Phone, programming languages such as Python, Java, and Kotlin, artificial intelligence, big data, cybersecurity, cloud technologies, data analytics, and game development. All content is presented online with a user-friendly interface, allowing participants to learn at their own pace.
Collaborations and Social Impact
Turkcell operates the Geleği Yazanlar platform in partnership with public institutions, universities, private sector organizations, and civil society organizations. Through this platform, various training programs and software workshops are organized at the local level. The work, particularly in rural areas and for disadvantaged groups, aims to increase social inclusion. Furthermore, collaborations with the Ministry of National Education and universities have increased the project's recognition at the academic level.
Participation and Certification Process
Participation in the platform is free and accessible to everyone. Registered users take exams through the system as they complete the training modules and receive an electronic certificate upon successful completion. These certificates serve as proof of competency that participants can use to apply for jobs in the technology sector. In some cases, successful users are also offered projects, mentorship programs, and employment opportunities.
Technical Infrastructure and Access
The Future Writers platform was developed with a technical structure that prioritizes user experience. Offering mobile app support in addition to a web interface, the system is accessible from a variety of devices. Equipped with learning management system (LMS) features, the platform includes numerous features such as user tracking, progress statistics, interactive exams, and training calendars.
Innovative Approaches and Development
In the post-2020 period, the platform enriched its content by incorporating current topics such as artificial intelligence and data science into its training offering. With the increasing importance of digital education during the pandemic, the infrastructure was updated and interactive training tools were implemented to make the distance learning model more functional. The platform aims to create value not only through users completing the training but also through their project creation.
Events and Competitions
As part of the Future Developers project, events such as hackathons, project competitions, seminars, and panels are held from time to time. These events are important for participants to put their knowledge into practice and to build networks within the industry. Furthermore, successful projects are incentivized with various awards, aiming to attract new initiatives to the sector.
