In the article we will talk about the Hi-Tech Park. Few people know what it is, so we will tell you in detail about this economic zone, which is located in the Republic of Belarus.

What is it about?

The High Technology Park in Belarus is a special economic zone in which a special tax and legal system operates, which promotes the correct and successful development of IT business in the country and is a prototype of Silicon Valley in the USA. The High Technology Park operates on the principle of extraterritoriality. All registered companies can enjoy the stated benefits, regardless of where their office is located. The key figure is Vsevolod Vyacheslavovich Yanchevsky, director of the High Technology Park. The zone was founded in 2005 by Valery Tsepkalo and Mikhail Myasnikovich.

Detailed review

The initial goal of the project was to create in Belarus all the necessary conditions for the proper development of programming focused on the export industry. There was also talk about the development of export production, which would take place on the basis of high technology. An important goal of creating the project was to concentrate the scientific, production, investment, financial and human resources potential of the entire country to significantly increase the level of the national economy and the country’s competitiveness.

Employee benefits

The High Technology Park in Belarus is the only organization of its kind in the republic that has the right to provide tax benefits on an ongoing basis. All residents of the Park are exempt from corporate taxes. This also includes value added tax and income tax. The fixed rate of individual income tax for all employees and residents of the Hi-Tech Park is 9%. Additionally, total annual income is not included. Residents have a special right to pay compulsory insurance premiums in a smaller amount.

Regulation of activities

In order for the High Technology Park in Minsk to provide all the conditions that would facilitate the influx of foreign investment, the opening of foreign representative offices, production facilities, and development centers, in the summer of 2017, specialists developed a draft Decree that will regulate the activities of this economic zone. The idea of ​​​​creating a revolutionary Decree belongs to Vsevolod Yanchevsky, who, as we already know, is the director of the HTP administration. Since 2013, this person has been responsible for the implementation of the main provisions of state policy in the field of high technology and informatization. Possible prospects for the development of the Decree were checked and voiced by Vsevolod and Viktor Prokopenya themselves in the spring of 2017 at a meeting with the Head of State. A whole group consisting of the best professionals in the country was involved in the creation of this project in close cooperation with government agencies. The task and goal setter was the administration of the Hi-Tech Park, which tried to reflect the general opinion of the entire industry.

Decree

The provision of this Decree allows HTP residents to cooperate with investment funds, foreign and product companies that monetize IT products through the use of paid subscriptions and advertising. According to Vsevolod’s personal decision, the Decree places special emphasis on issues of regulation and development of cryptocurrency and blockchain at the state level. Comprehensive legal regulation, supported by state power, will allow company employees to provide services of crypto exchangers, crypto exchanges, attract additional financing, use tokens and cryptocurrencies not only in local but also international circulation.

In the future, this will make it possible to create legal and profitable crypto mining centers in Belarus, which will greatly contribute to reducing the cost of local electricity and the commissioning of nuclear power plants. It should be noted that the National Bank officially agreed to the use and even created an entire information network that would help solve a wide range of banking and non-banking problems. The practical use of this network in the banking system in Belarus is manifested in the fact that it is now possible to transmit information about a bank guarantee. According to the Decree, the institutions of English law will be introduced, which will create the basic legal framework for the technology of unmanned vehicles to come to the country. This will also make it possible to remove possible restrictions that are currently imposed on residents of the Hi-Tech Park in the field of capital movement. Moreover, this will stimulate a breakthrough in IT education and create the necessary preconditions for its development, and, importantly, will increase the growth of tax revenues to the country’s budget.

Field of activity

In the modern world, IT specialists are in great demand. However, a professional must master many skills. Thus, the high competitiveness of the Hi-Tech Park is ensured by the fact that real specialists work here. They take part in projects of varying complexity, ranging from simple analysis, selection of solutions, consulting, to the development of huge complex systems. Belarusian IT specialists are trained and certified in world-class training centers: Microsoft, SAP, Lotus, Sun, Novell. It is necessary to note another important advantage of programmers - they not only receive good knowledge in a specialized field, but also have a good knowledge base in mathematics, physics and other exact sciences.

Educational Center of the Hi-Tech Park

Much attention is paid to the development of education in the country. Today, residents help approximately 80 laboratories at technical universities across the country. The HTP Educational Center was created in order to train specialists who have a technical education. Extensive work has been carried out on the education of children and adolescents. In 2016, the Hi-Tech Park business incubator was launched in Minsk, thanks to which more than 50 events have already been held, in which over 8,000 people took part. Young start-up companies are provided with office space at reduced rental prices, and they are also provided with support from HTP residents who help in finding potential partners and investors.

Infrastructure

To begin with, we note that there is also a High Technology Park in Grodno. The infrastructure of this division includes four buildings, the areas of which house companies of residents of the main HTP. There is an educational center, administration and co-working center. The unit occupies a small area, but there has been a large influx of applicants.

The territory of the main High Technology Park is located near the main transport routes in Minsk. Despite the fact that the extraterritorial principle of company registration was chosen, about 50 pieces of land were allocated for them. According to the development plan, the HTP should become a high-tech city in which residents not only work, but also relax in good conditions. The scientific zone includes industrial buildings and a large research complex. The residential area consists of multi-storey buildings, and there is also a kindergarten and a primary school. Business and educational zones are occupied by offices, business centers, hotels, and student dormitories. In the public sports area you can find swimming pools, gyms, fitness centers, saunas, restaurants, cafes and health centers. Today, the Hi-Tech Park in Belarus is attracting investments to create its branches in other cities of the country.

History of creation

As we already know, the supervisory board of the High Technology Park consists of V. Tsepkalo and M. Myasnikovich. It was they who, in 2005, put forward the idea of ​​​​creating a Belarusian analogue of Silicon Valley. In 2012, a Belarusian-Indian training center was opened, the main activity of which was the training of specialists in the field of IT technology. In the winter of 2013, the HTP educational center began operating. In the fall of 2014, the Supervisory Council issued Decree No. 4, which was signed by Alexander Lukashenko. There were changes in it regarding the fact that residents of the company could expand their activities to work in knowledge-intensive areas. In the spring of 2015, a business incubator was opened, the purpose of which was to help young startups. In 2016, with the support of the Ministry of Education, an educational project was launched to teach programming skills to primary schoolchildren.

Summing up the article, I would like to say that the HTP Supervisory Board works at its best. Indeed, the current indicators of the Hi-Tech Park in the field of IT are leading in the countries of Eastern and Central Europe. Currently, 187 companies are registered here and more than 30,000 people are employed. In just 2016, more than 3,000 jobs were created. That same year, more than $169 million in investment was raised.

The future lies in high technology. The training of IT specialists in Belarus is carried out by various educational institutions - state universities, private academies and courses. But it is not enough to master a promising profession; it is much more important to find a job in a new specialty. Educational Center of the Hi-Tech Park annually employs more than 300 graduates in leading IT companies. It was possible to increase the chances of employment to 99% by launching one-year training programs in the most popular areas: Java Developer, .Net Developer and Web Design.

A new intake for one-year training programs at the HTP Educational Center will take place this spring. And if you are planning to get the profession of tomorrow, then you should decide on the direction today. There are three of the most popular specialties in the IT market to choose from: Java Developer, .Net Developer and Web designer. Let's find out what each of them is.

What is a Full Stack Developer?

Full Stack Developer is a specialist who can write a program from scratch and put it into production. He is proficient in web programming and designing and has an impeccable user experience. Full Stack knowledge provides unlimited opportunities for self-realization.

What is Java?

Java is one of the most popular programming languages. Initially, it was planned to use it exclusively for controlling household appliances, but it turned out to be so versatile that today Java is used in developing Internet service applications, creating corporate websites, games, and as a platform for various applications. Do you have an Android phone? Do you use a fitness bracelet or check the time using a smart watch? Are you withdrawing money from an ATM? Do you play Minecraft? This means that indirectly you are already familiar with Java. All that remains is to study how it all works.

Why should you learn Java?

Java turned 21 this year. But despite its advanced age, the system has absolutely no intention of retiring. According to various studies, Java is one of the most popular programming languages ​​in the world. For example, the RedMonk rating puts it in second place. In 2006, Java for the first time reached the top line of the TIOBE rating, displacing C and C++, and since then has not lost its leading position. So in 2016, Java’s citation index is the highest, which allows us to make predictions about the bright future of this programming language... and those who speak it. Thus, the publication Quartz states that Java developers are among the five highest paid programmers in the United States.

Experienced “javistas” certainly don’t risk being left without a job! An analysis of advertisements on the world's largest job aggregator indeed.com shows that Java is among the top most popular programming languages ​​- more than 9 million specialists around the world develop applications based on it. Only at EPAM Systems, the largest resident of the Belarusian High-Tech Park, half of the projects being implemented use Java in one way or another. In addition, the company has a Java Competence Center with more than 2,500 programmers working on projects in Russia, North America, Europe and the CIS. Want to join them? Then read on!

How is the preparation going?

The program can be divided into two parts: front-end (client part) and back-end (server part). The concept of front-end includes a whole layer of technologies that are used to ensure that a page opened in a browser behaves as intended. In particular, this includes the languages ​​HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Front-end development is associated with the creation of functionality for the public part of the site with which the user interacts. This includes creating a design layout, website layout and templates for the CMS, as well as working with scripts that are responsible for visualization. So the direction front-end developer involves training a universal specialist who knows the full product development cycle.

In the second part - back-end - students will learn programming in Java and the main points of working with it. Direction back-end developer Suitable for those who want to become a web application backend developer. Back-end development is the direct process of website programming: creating the core of the site, platform and administrative area, as well as filling it with functionality.

Full Stack JAVA Developer 50% consists of practical tasks.

The program was created in close cooperation with residents of the Hi-Tech Park, which means that the trained specialists meet the requirements of modern IT companies.

Who is this course for?

• For specialists with minimal experience working with Java technologies.

Required knowledge:

• English language;
• Knowledge of the basics of the Java programming language and web technologies (not required).

Duration of training in specialty Full-Stack Developer is 250 training hours plus practice. Course fee: 4640.00 BYN (46,400,000 non-denominated rubles). Payment in installments is possible.

What is ASP. NET?

ASP.NET, or Active Server Pages, is a unified technology from Microsoft that is used to develop various web applications and services on the .NET platform. With its help, it is convenient to create large-scale projects with complex architecture: web portals, large online stores, news aggregators, search and payment systems. Examples of technology are the websites of such well-known brands as Lego, Volvo, Toyota, Honda, L'Oreal, the online edition of the New-York Times, the online store JD.com or the Bank of America online resource.

Why is it worth learning ASP. NET?

ASP.NET ranks second after Java in terms of demand among junior specialists. In our country alone, a quarter of developers use this technology, and the C# programming language, used to develop programs for the platform, occupies fourth place in the TIOBE language ranking.

Creating a business card website or blog on ASP.NET is the same as using only the alarm function on a smartphone. Therefore, the ASP.NET platform will appeal to those who like to solve global problems. Are you ready to take on this challenge?

How is the preparation going?

Before starting training, students choose a specialization: Full-Stack Developer - a universal specialist who knows the full cycle of product development, or Back-End Developer - a developer of the server side of web applications. Students with strong knowledge of C# and web technologies will be able to join the program from the ASP.NET course.

The Full-Stack .Net Developer program was prepared jointly with residents of the Hi-Tech Park, in particular Epam Systems. During the classes, expert teachers with 7-10 years of experience in the industry will provide the necessary theoretical information, as well as answer any questions that arise when performing practical tasks - consolidating knowledge in practice takes half of the total time allotted for training.

The probability of employment for graduates of the Full-Stack .Net Developer program of the HTP Educational Center is 90%. Students who complete only the first stage - Back-End Developer - are guaranteed to get a job in 70% of cases.

Who is this course for?

• For beginners who want to explore an interesting area in the IT field;
• For specialists with minimal experience with a programming language C#;

How long does it take to study and how much does it cost?

The Full-Stack .Net Developer course is designed for 582 training hours. Of these, 230 hours are practice. Tuition fee: 3735.00 BYN (37,350,000 non-denominated rubles). Payment in installments is possible.

Comprehensive program Full Stack Web Design

What is Web design?

Someone knows about Web design only from the songs of the group J: Morse has no idea that he actually encounters it every day when opening pages in the browser. This is a development industry that deals with the creation of websites, applications and other services. And don’t let the word “design” confuse those who didn’t do well in art classes at school. Specialists in this field are engaged not only in the artistic design of the resource, but also in structuring information and choosing the most convenient solutions for its delivery over the network.

In addition to creating attractive and functional websites, professional web designers can design and implement business cards, banners, animation, and any tasks related to image production and editing.

Why is it worth learning Web design?

A modern website is not just the “face” of a company, but also a tool for selling goods and services. Successful design is becoming one of the ways to attract clients, so the profession of a web developer is especially in demand. Currently, there are more than 1 billion websites registered in the world. Many of them need to change and improve their design. So you will have enough work for many years! According to trudbox.by, from 5 to 18 vacancies in this specialty open monthly in Belarus. Interested in taking one of these positions?

How is the preparation going?

The comprehensive Full Steck Web Design program consists of proprietary methods and curricula consisting of 50% practical tasks. The program consists of 3 courses: "Adobe Photoshop", "Website Development using HTML, CSS and JavaScript", "User Interface and Experience Design", and a Web Design Workshop.

During the year of study, students will study the basic principles and technologies of organizing, managing and maintaining web sites, and learn how to design their visual shell. They will have the opportunity to get acquainted with the full stage of implementation of a web project from the moment of drawing up the technical specifications to the launch of the portal on the Internet. A separate part of the course is working with computer graphics. This stage allows you to gain the skills to independently create and edit images using special programs.

Who is this course for?

• For newcomers to the IT field who want to learn an interesting and promising area;
• For programmers who plan to expand their scope of activity;
• For business analysts deepening their expertise in the field of user experience.

How long does it take to study and how much does it cost?

The Web design course program includes 250 hours of theoretical classes and the same amount of time devoted to practice. Tuition fee: 2,685.00 BYN (26,850,000 non-denominated rubles). It is possible to pay for classes in installments.

A bonus of each training course at the Educational Center of the Hi-Tech Park is assistance in drawing up a resume, in two languages ​​- Russian and English, as well as in designing and posting a portfolio. HR specialists of the Personnel Center tell program students how to successfully pass an interview and prepare them for questions that may be asked by an employer during an interview. They give advice on successfully completing the probationary period, and also share their experience on how, when and why it is worth changing jobs in order to grow professionally and financially.

The HTP Educational Center provides support to its graduates in finding their very first position in the field of high technology. The educational institution has established contacts with IT companies and invites them to consider their students for vacant positions, compiles letters of recommendation and references for graduates.

Every year, the Educational Center of the Hi-Tech Park trains more than 2,000 specialists, the best of whom work in partner companies: they participate in projects of any level of complexity, from system analysis to the design and development of complex systems for world-famous clients.

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I approached the choice of courses scrupulously, having studied the offers of several schools in English. Why did I choose the HTP Educational Center?

1. The test for the level of knowledge, in comparison with tests of other language schools, seemed to me more complex, versatile and deep, and, accordingly, most suitable for adequately assessing the level of English language proficiency.

2. During the consultation when choosing courses, they explained to me in detail all the organizational aspects associated with training, and gave me useful advice on choosing courses.

Looking ahead, I will say that I followed the advice and did the right thing by starting my studies at a lower level of the language than I originally planned. In a short time, I “refreshed” my skills, which allowed me to study at a higher level.

3. Free trial lesson and the opportunity to study from the middle of the course if there are free places in the group.

At the end of the course I will say the following:

1. English classes are intensive and interesting. Thanks to this, all students constantly interact with each other and communicate a lot during classes in English, that is, the group works in a state of “flow”: with maximum concentration, cheerfully, and purposefully.

2. In addition to specialized IT terminology, everyday topics are covered, as well as business English. All this is systematized, and it cannot be said that while learning one thing, you pay less attention to other aspects of the language: grammar, listening, etc. That is, after completing these courses you will be able to carry on a conversation on almost any topic with native speakers.

3. Careful analysis of homework. You can always ask a question about grammar, for example, and get a comprehensive answer from the teacher.

4. Positive and energetic teachers who encourage students' desire to know more about the subject through high-quality teaching methods. With proper work and homework, you can quickly improve your level of English and strengthen your language skills.

5. The entire learning process is focused on a specific result; a large amount of information is absorbed during the courses.

Thus, the courses are not only a well-thought-out and rigorous learning experience, but also a great time spent in a positive group environment.

Source: www.IT-academy.by

Review of "IT-Academy, Educational Center for Programming and High Technologies"
12.11.2019 12:54 // Oksana [Guest]

Course: "Functional Software Testing"
Trainer: L...k Christina The portal administration has deleted the user’s personal data, since publishing data without his consent is contrary to the Legislation of the Republic of Belarus
Study period: from September 08 to November 08, 2019.
The form of study is evening.
I will say right away that the training is not worth the money spent. Completing the courses does not guarantee getting a job or successfully passing interviews in IT companies.
It is extremely difficult for a working person to complete the course program. The result of training is sleepless nights, stress, and a lot of independent work on studying theoretical material.
It is extremely difficult to meet homework deadlines. Because every day you receive homework, and the due date is the beginning of the next one. Those. on Monday evening (classes run from 19.00 to 22.00) you receive an assignment, and by Wednesday (until 19.00) you must submit it. There is one day left to complete it - Tuesday. And if a person works and comes home by 19.00, then he actually has the night from Tuesday to Wednesday to complete it. There is no need to talk about the quality of night performance.
I admit that the course can be mastered by a non-working person with a free work schedule and the opportunity to spend free time studying theory and practice.
The center cites the widest course program in the republic as its advantages. Yes, the course program is broad. But is there time to study it and master it well? If you rely on quality, the course will last not two months, but all four. Established deadlines for completing homework lead to the fact that they are completed “unattached”, since you simply do not fit into the deadlines, homework will accumulate.
I took many courses, including learning foreign languages. In no other center have I encountered anything similar, where the learning process was organized in a similar way. It looks like this from the outside. The material is given superficially, since it takes more time to present it well, and then the student masters it by doing homework and independently studying the theory and websites.
At the time of enrollment in the course, the training center website indicated a requirement for knowledge of a foreign language of at least A2. In fact (and now!! this information has been corrected on the site) no lower than B1. Since tests and homework are completed in English. At level A2, a lot of time is spent translating a task into Russian, then from Russian into English. And the level of translation affects both the quality of the presentation and the execution time.
There is no review of homework completed and tests taken in class. Those. if you completed them with errors, no one will show you how it should be, how it should be, how it should be, how desirable, you will continue to “stew” in your own mistakes, ultimately, never knowing how to do it.
I was very impressed with the homework assignments and instructions for completing them. One step is indicated (scheduled), and then two are forgiven. This is so that the student can use his brain, think, independently study the material, and Google. The idea is wonderful in itself. But with no experience in this field and no time to complete it (one night doesn’t count), how this is possible remains a mystery to me.
Conclusion: I do not recommend the courses. There are many questions about the program and the learning process. Intensive study does not lead to deep learning but gives a superficial understanding which is impossible to clear the interview. I recommend looking for a teacher based on reviews who is interested in giving and teaching. And do not get attached to the place of study and the “breadth” of the program. Less is more.