ISTECH’24 – ISTUN TECHNOLOGY SUMMIT
- Commencement and Welcoming Breakfast:
- ISTECH ’24, our inaugural technology summit, began with a welcoming breakfast.
- Attendees from diverse educational backgrounds gathered to network and engage.
- Opening Speeches:
- The summit officially started with opening speeches.
- The club president and advisor of IEEE ISTUN Student Branch highlighted the journey of the organization.
- Sessions and Topics Covered:
- Throughout the day, various tech domains were explored.
- Industry experts led insightful sessions on different topics.
- The sessions covered:
- Data Science’s future prospects with Zeynep Küçük
- Cybersecurity’s vital role in today’s landscape with Mesut Uçar
- AI’s impact on programming and daily life with Daron Yondem
- Importance of software testing and automation with Enes Aydın
- Comprehensive overview of the software industry and Trendyol’s operational insights with Yunus Dursun TURAN
- Key Insights and Practical Knowledge:
- Each session provided valuable insights and practical knowledge to the participants.
- Overall Impression:
- ISTECH ’24 was described as a fruitful exchange of ideas.
- It fostered learning and networking opportunities for all participants.
ISTECH’24 – ISTUN TECHNOLOGY SUMMIT
ISTECH ’24 started with breakfast service. We had the opportunity to meet and chat with valuable participant friends from many different educational institutions.
Following the breakfast service, our summit began with speeches from our club president and club advisor. They talked about the activities and work we have done so far from IEEE ISTUN Student Branch and provided information about the journey we have traveled until now to our guests.
Aysegul Eser, who continues her professional career as a Director at KPMG Strategy Group, was with us in the first session of ISTECH’24 🙏
In the session titled “Questions Regarding the Career Journey”, Aysegul Eser shared her own career journey with us, responding to questions from our club’s vice president, Hatice OGUR. She discussed the strategies she employed in overcoming obstacles and difficulties, the roadmap she followed, and the steps we need to take to be successful.
In the second session of ISTECH’24, Zeynep Küçük, who continues her professional career as a Data Scientist at Ford Otosan, was with us.
In the session titled “Data Science and Its Future,” Zeynep Küçük discussed with us various aspects of the data science industry, job opportunities within the field, the roadmaps to follow, and the steps she took in her own career path. Delving into the critical role of data science in today’s technological world during a technology summit proved to be highly beneficial and productive for both us and our guests.
In the third session of ISTECH’24, Mesut Uçar, who continues his professional career as a Senior Penetration Tester at Cobalt, was with us.
In the session titled “Cybersecurity,” Mesut Uçar discussed various aspects of the cybersecurity field, the presence of cyber threats in today’s technology, and the ways we should follow to protect ourselves from such threats. He also shared a comprehensive and highly informative session about cybersecurity, including the story of catching the infamous criminal Mehmet AYDIN, also known as Tosuncuk.
In the fourth session of ISTECH’24, Daron Yondem, who continues his professional career as a Tech Lead at Microsoft, joined us.
In the session titled “Meet My AI Sidekick,” Daron Yondem discussed the current impact of artificial intelligence on our jobs, particularly in the field of programming, how it has facilitated our lives, and the future development of the AI industry. During the hands-on session, Daron YÖNDEM demonstrated some chatbots like Chat GPT, providing us with a very beneficial and insightful session.
In the fifth session of ISTECH’24, Enes Aydın, who continues his professional career as a Senior Software Test Automation Specialist at sahibinden.com, joined us.
In the session titled “Software Testing and Automation,” Enes Aydın discussed the critical importance of software testing stages in the software development process and the significant impacts these stages have on the development process. Additionally, Enes Aydın touched upon software automation, providing us with information about the benefits and advantages of automating certain tasks using software.
In the sixth and final session of ISTECH’24, Yunus Dursun TURAN, who continues his professional career as an Engineering Team Lead at Trendyol Group, joined us
In the session titled “Software Industry,” Yunus Dursun TURAN discussed various aspects of the software development process, including frontend and backend concepts, the roles undertaken in these areas, and the responsibilities involved in the software development stages. Our esteemed guest also shed light on Trendyol company, sharing valuable insights into how these structures are established and operated within the company.
As ISTECH’24 draws to a close, we’re filled with fulfillment at its profound impact. Organized meticulously by the IEEE ISTUN Student Branch, this inaugural summit was more than a platform for knowledge—it was a hub for intellectual discourse and collaboration.
Each session illuminated different facets of modern technology, from data science’s significance to the complexities of cybersecurity and the potential of artificial intelligence. Attendees left with a renewed zeal for innovation and progress.
We owe a debt of gratitude to the esteemed experts who shared their insights. Their wisdom not only enriched our understanding but also inspired us to explore new horizons.
As we say goodbye to ISTECH’24, we remain steadfast in our commitment to technological excellence. With innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity as our guiding principles, we envision ISTECH evolving into a premier forum for scholarly discourse.
Our heartfelt thanks go out to all participants, sponsors, and collaborators who contributed to the success of ISTECH’24. May our collective efforts continue to reverberate, driving forward technological innovation and societal progress.
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