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Digital Azerbaijan Talent School

Digital Azerbaijan Talent School

Digital Azerbaijan Talent School
August - November 2024
Blended (11 weeks online, 2 weeks onsite)
Three months of an epic journey of learning and growth

Advance your programming skills and accelerate your professional educational journey.

The Digital Azerbaijan Talent School is an intensive educational program designed for high school and university students aged 14+ years old, aimed at developing advanced skills in computer science and programming.

This program is implemented by Constructor University in partnership with IDDA and is created to meet the requirements of international olympiads in informatics. The curriculum is developed in collaboration with leading international IT companies to ensure a comprehensive and practical learning experience. Students will benefit from learning advanced topics, equipping them with the essential skills needed for university studies and future careers.

Are you a motivated student with a passion for logic and algorithms? The Digital Azerbaijan Talent School program is perfect for you!

The registration for the Digital Azerbaijan Talent School is now closed. If you have any questions, please contact talent.school@constructor.university.

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Program
Blended (Online and Onsite)
Two Tracks:
- Advanced Computer Science Skills
- IT Track for Girls
Language of instruction: English
Duration
Online Selection: August 12-30, 2024 (3 weeks, 12 hours per week)
Onsite Boot Camp in Baku: September 2 - 12, 2024 (2 weeks, 8 hours per day)
Online Courses: September - November 2024 (8 weeks, 6 hours per week)
Participation
Free of charge
For high school and university students (14+ years old)
Only the most successful participants of Online selection in August are invited to the Onsite Boot Camp in September and Online courses in September-November
Track 1: "Advanced Computer Science Skills"

Specialized training focused on enhancing talented students' problem-solving skills and understanding of advanced algorithmic concepts. You will receive excellent preparation for the International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI), and the International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC).

Program is created for high school and univerisity students (14+ years old) who are preparing for national and international contests and olympiads.

Curriculum:

  • Olympiad Programming
    We will devote the main part of our time to studying advanced algorithms (and related data structures) that allow us to solve non-standard competitive programming problems. In particular, we will cover algorithms on graphs, strings, geometric coordinates, and polynomials. Additionally, we will delve into some mathematical topics from number theory that are useful for solving complex programming problems.  

 

The registration for the Digital Azerbaijan Talent School is now closed. If you have any questions, please contact talent.school@constructor.university.

How will the educational journey be structured?

The online information session will be on August 12, 2024, at 6:00 p.m (Baku time). During this meeting, organizers will provide details about the course, the educational and selection processes, and the key features of Constructor University and Talent School. The session will conclude with a Q&A segment where students can ask any questions they may have.

A link to the meeting will be sent to after registration, so be sure to sign up!

  • 3 weeks Online Course: asynchronous learning (theory and contests) + lectures (4 academic hours/week) + consultations (online support by the teachers) 
  • Online competition

During this stage, students will be selected for the Onsite Boot Camp in Baku and an 8-week online course. Selection criteria include online learning achievements, results from online competitions, and other competition achievements.

After the online stage, the 50 individuals who achieved the highest results will receive an invitation to the onsite Boot Camp in Baku.

  • Lectures, discussions, training. Social events.
  • Schedule: 
    • 9.30 - 13.30 -  Contest
    • 13.30 - 14.30 - Lunch
    • 14.30 - 16.30 - Discussion + Lecture
    • 16.30 - 18.00 - Social Event (Optional)
  • Opening Ceremony: September 2
  • Day off:  September 8
  • Closing Ceremony: September 12
  • 8 weeks 
  • Asynchronous learning (theory and contests)  + lectures (2 academic hours/week) + consultations (online support by our teachers) 
  • Virtual Closing and Awards Ceremony
Digital Azerbaijan Talent School
Track 2: "Girls in IT"

Providing customized learning opportunities for talented girls in Azerbaijan interested in pursuing a career in IT.

IT Track for Girls program is for motivated talented girls (14+ years old) interested in maths and programming.

Curriculum:

  • Mathematical Foundations of Computer Science
    The program is called "Mathematical Foundations of Computer Science" and covers both the study of fundamental tools of logic and methods of rigorous reasoning (primarily in the field of discrete mathematics) and the study of basic algorithms (recursion, sorting, search) and the evaluation of algorithm complexity (including the associated mathematical apparatus). Additionally, there is an option to learn the Python programming language. 

The registration for the Digital Azerbaijan Talent School is now closed. If you have any questions, please contact talent.school@constructor.university.

How will the educational journey be structured?

The online information session will be on August 12, 2024, at 6:00 p.m (Baku time). During this meeting, organizers will provide details about the course, the educational and selection processes, and the key features of Constructor University and Talent School. The session will conclude with a Q&A segment where students can ask any questions they may have.

A link to the meeting will be sent to after registration, so be sure to sign up!

  • 3 weeks Online Course: Asynchronous learning (theory and tasks) + lectures (4 academic hours/week) + consultations (online support by the teachers)

During this stage, students will be selected for the Onsite Boot Camp in Baku and an 8-week online course. Selection criteria include online learning achievements.

After the online stage, the 25 girls who achieved the highest results will receive an invitation to the onsite Boot Camp in Baku.

  • Lectures, discussions, training. Social events.
  • Schedule: 
    • 9.30 - 13.30 -  Solving
    • 13.30 - 14.30 - Lunch
    • 14.30 - 16.30 - Discussion + Lecture
    • 16.30 - 18.00 - Social Event (Optional) 
  • Opening Ceremony: September 2; 
  • Day off:  September 8; 
  • Closing Ceremony: September 12
  • 8 weeks 
  • Asynchronous learning (theory and tasks)  + lectures (2 academic hours/week) + consultations (online support by our teachers) 
  • Virtual Closing and Award Ceremony
Digital Azerbaijan Talent School
Hear from former participants
"When I first arrived at the Summer Camp, I was worried that the lessons might be too difficult or that I wouldn’t be able to keep up with the tasks. Fortunately, all my fears disappeared when I realized that the camp was such a safe and welcoming place. The teachers were super supportive and encouraged us to do our best, always ready to help us. Plus, we even got little rewards for our hard work, which really helped to keep us motivated. At Constructor Talent School, I learned that coding can be fun! In just two weeks, I not only learned new skills but also became certain of what I wanted for my life.

In addition to computer science classes, I had the amazing experience of learning German, thanks to our wonderful teacher, Inga. Despite having no previous interest in the language, I couldn't resist the desire to learn it. It was definitely the best way to spend my summer - learning lifelong skills with awesome and supportive people!"
Eduarda, Brazil - student of Summer Camp 2024 by Constructor Talent School and Constructor University
"I really enjoyed the engaging lessons and the supportive atmosphere of the course. It made learning Python fun and accessible. I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in programming!"
Emre Kondur (Turkiye), student of the Mathematical Foundation of Computer Science online Course by Constructor Talent School
"I found all courses to be very inclusive and as a kind of curious person, learning about the small details and the whole topic was very helpful. I found the courses to be pretty useful and would attend this course again if I could."
Kemal Soydoğan (Turkiye), student of the Mathematical Foundation of Computer Science online Course by Constructor Talent School
Organizers
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Constructor university

 

Constructor University is a private English-speaking campus university in Bremen, Germany. It adheres to the highest standards in interdisciplinary research and teaching, aiming to strengthen people and markets with innovative solutions and advanced training programs.

The School of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at Constructor University engages in education and research in the Foundations of Digital Transformation. Digitalization is affecting business and economies as well as academic work and disciplines in profound ways, offering both challenges and opportunities. Transformational Technologies linked to digitalization include e.g., Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Robotics and Automation, Big Data Management and Analytics, Computer Security, Electronics and Communications Technologies.

Internship opportunities are available to students during the summer semester, for those students seeking a real-world, on-the-ground experience in companies. Some of the possible company placements include our industry partners Acronis, Acumatica, and Parallels.

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IDDA logo

 

Innovation and Digital Development Agency, established under the Ministry of Digital Development and Transport of Azerbaijan in 2021, serves to contribute to the field of digital transformation and strengthen the innovation ecosystem of the country. Among its priority directions are organizing digital government and digital society, developing and promoting digital public services, supporting local and foreign ICT businesses by enabling the environment for their accommodation and growth, and supporting human capital development in the field of ICT.  

Innovation and Digital Development Agency (IDDA) is focused on developing digital solutions to streamline data exchange and enhance processes for citizens, government, and businesses in Azerbaijan. The agency aims to position Azerbaijan as a leading Eurasian hub for technology by fostering a robust local ecosystem, supporting startups, and attracting international ICT talent and companies. Additionally, IDDA is committed to capacity building and human capital development, including initiatives to create, reskill, and upskill IT specialists.

Collaboration with Industry Partners
Software, Data and Technology (BSc)

BSc Software, Data and Technology (SDT) program, designed with the global leading tool provider for developers JetBrains. This is a powerful program to prepare talents to become tomorrow’s elites in software development, programming languages, data analysis, and ML.
Algorithm and Code Training School (ACTS) Online Camp

Algorithm and Code Training School (ACTS) Online Camp, organized by JetBrains & Constructor University, is designed for high school students aiming to excel in national and international coding contests and olympiads.

Every day at the camp includes an exciting 5-hour virtual contest following the International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) regulations. The challenge is complemented by an in-depth analysis by JetBrains experts.
Algorithm and Code Training School’s (ACTS) Camp with JetBrains

Algorithm and Code Training School’s (ACTS) Camp in Romania organized by Constructor University and supported by JetBrains Foundation, for students to dive into eleven days of intense competitions with programming champions from around the world, excursions, and expert feedback.