🚀 Dev Dialogue Returns with Another Power-Packed Session! 🚀

This week, get ready to meet Ibsa Abraham – Software Engineer at Google, Backend Specialist, and Community Tech Leader. 💻🌍

📅 Date: Sunday, April 27
🕒 Time: 8:00 – 9:00 PM GMT+3
📍 Where: Online

💡 What to Expect:

🔹 From AASTU to Google: A Journey of Grit & Growth ✈️
🔹 Engineering at Scale: Life as a Google Developer 👨‍💻
🔹 Mentorship & Impact: Leading Tech Education at A2SV 📚
🔹 Backend Development in Action: Real-World Lessons 💡
🔹 Empowering Communities through Tech Leadership 🤝

🔥 Meet the Guest – Ibsa Abraham

Ibsa is a highly driven software engineer currently working at Google Germany, after previously interning at Google Poland. His journey is a testament to resilience, community, and technical excellence.

Before joining Google, he served as Head of Education at A2SV, where he led initiatives in competitive programming and technical mentorship, empowering hundreds of students across Africa. He’s also worked at Eskalate as a project lead, where he delivered impactful backend systems, and served as a GitHub Campus Expert, promoting inclusive learning environments.

From backend APIs to mentorship, data science to open source—Ibsa's story is one of growth, purpose, and leadership.

🌟 Whether you're aspiring to work at top tech companies or passionate about giving back through tech, this session is your roadmap.

🔗 RSVP Now:👉 Secure Your Spot

💥 Be there. Be inspired. Be transformed. 💥

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👀 Who’s ready for tonight’s Dev Dialogue? We sure are! 🚀

Get ready to hear Ibsa Abraham’s inspiring journey from AASTU to Google and learn real-world tech lessons! 💻🔥

See you at 8:00 PM GMT+3 — don’t miss it!

And don’t forget to RSVP! 🔗

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Dev Dialogue Has Officially Started!

Join Us: https://meet.google.com/ucq-sqvs-nbn

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Ibsa is in the house!🔥

🚀From AASTU to becoming a Software engineer at Google, Berlin office.


Join Us: https://meet.google.com/ucq-sqvs-nbn

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🚀 BASE BATCH Workshop — Addis Ababa 🚀

Get ready, Addis! 🇪🇹

We’re excited to host the first BASE BATCH Workshop — a hands-on event to kickstart your journey into building powerful onchain applications with Base 🔵

This workshop is part of the global Base Batch Buildathon initiative 🌍, designed to find and support the next wave of Web3 builders 🛠. You’ll learn how to build, deploy, and scale apps on Base, and get direct guidance on how to apply for the Base Batch program, where you can access incubators, Demo Day opportunities, and a share of up to $1M in funding 💸

🗓 Date: May 3, 2025
🕔 Time: 1:00 PM - 6:30 PM
📍 Venue: Magnolia Hotel, Addis Ababa

🔹 What to Expect:

-Full introduction to the Base Batch Global Buildathon: what it is, how to participate, and why it’s a huge opportunity 🚀
- Overview of the different tracks (AI 🤖, Stablecoins 💵, Mini-apps 📱, Entertainment 🎮, Showcase 🌟) and how to choose where to build
- Team formation sessions — connect with other Ethiopian builders 🤝 to form strong teams for Base Batch
-Hands-on coding experience — get a taste of building on Base with live technical guidance 🧑‍💻

Let’s put 🇪🇹 Ethiopia on the map for the next wave of onchain innovation! 🌍✨

👉 Register here: https://lu.ma/6bsuad99

🎙 Dev Dialogue with Ibsa Abraham: Engineering Impact at Google and Beyond 🎙

In this week’s special Dev Dialogue episode, we sit down with Ibsa Abraham, a driven and visionary Software Engineer at Google who is passionate about solving real-world problems through technology. With a background that spans backend development, mentorship, and tech leadership, Ibsa’s journey is a story of resilience, technical excellence, and community impact.

Tune in as Ibsa shares insights into building scalable backend systems, his journey from AASTU to Google, and the power of mentorship and leadership in shaping Africa’s tech ecosystem.

Who is Ibsa Abraham?

Ibsa Abraham is a Software Engineer at Google Germany, having previously interned at Google Poland. Before joining Google, he served as the Head of Education at A2SV, where he mentored and empowered hundreds of African students in competitive programming and software development. He has also led impactful backend projects at Eskalate and promoted inclusive tech learning environments as a GitHub Campus Expert. Ibsa’s career reflects a commitment to innovation, community, and excellence.

Key Highlights:

🎯 From AASTU to Google
Ibsa shares his inspiring journey from Addis Ababa Science and Technology University (AASTU) to engineering at one of the world's leading tech giants, Google.

🚀 Navigating the Path to Big Tech
Discover how Ibsa leveraged mentorship, leadership, and technical growth through platforms like A2SV and Eskalate to land his dream role.

💡 Advice for Aspiring Developers
Ibsa offers actionable advice for developers who are aiming for top tech companies, balancing learning, practice, and community involvement.

🌍 The Power of Mentorship and Community
Learn how Ibsa’s leadership at A2SV helped foster a new generation of African tech talent, and why giving back is central to his mission.

Why Watch This Video?

This episode is a must-watch for developers, students, and tech enthusiasts. Ibsa Abraham’s story is packed with insights on technical growth, leadership, and community empowerment. Whether you're aiming to break into big tech or drive change through tech leadership, Ibsa’s journey will motivate and equip you to take the next step. 🌟💻

Watch Now: https://youtu.be/9ZeSHNy35Tk

🚀 AASTU Tech Fest 2025 is HERE! 🎉

Mark your calendars: Wednesday, May 7th, 2025! 📅

Hosted by GDG On Campus AASTU and CGI AASTU, this year’s Tech Fest is going bigger and better than ever! 🤝✨

Were you part of the excitement last year?
If not, don’t worry — we’re back, and we’re making it even more unforgettable!

We’ll celebrate all the achievements we made this past year, and you’ll also meet professionals, connect with companies, and hear from special guests.
(If you remember the push-up challenge with Addis Alemayehou last time — just wait to see what’s coming this year!)

✅ Sponsors will be there with real opportunities.
✅ Big surprises lined up.
✅ Full-day fun you don't want to miss.

AND GUESS WHAT?

Are you an early bird? We’ve got something special just for you!

First come, first served — so be among the first to register and claim it! 🎁

This isn’t just another event — it’s YOUR chance to connect, grow, and be part of something bigger.

What are you waiting for?

RSVP now

#AASTUTechFest2025

🔥 TOMORROW IS THE DAY! 🔥

🚀 CHARITY GAME DAY – ONE DAY LEFT! 🚀


📅 Date: Wednesday, April 30
📍 Location: Old AASTU Graduation Hall
⏰ Time: All Day (Don’t be late!)

🎟 Entrance: FREE!

GAMES, PRIZES, AND UNLIMITED FUN! 🎯

🎾 Tennis Showdown
🎮 PlayStation Battles
🎯 Dart Challenge
♟ Chess Mastermind
🏀 Mini Basketball
🎡 Joteni & Childhood Games

AND SO MUCH MORE!

🏆 CRAZY PRIZES UP FOR GRABS! 🏆

🍔 Juicy Burgers
📶 5 MiFi Devices
📱 5 Itel Pro Smartphones
💵 5,000 ETB Safaricom Airtime
✏️📓👕🧢 50+ Notebooks, Pens, T-shirts & Caps

🎉 LAST CHANCE!

Grab your friends and let’s make April 30th UNFORGETTABLE!

📍 Old AASTU Graduation Hall

🔥 SEE YOU TOMORROW! 🔥

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Gold Sponsorship Announcement

We are excited to announce that Minab IT Solutions is joining us as a Gold Sponsor for the upcoming AASTU Tech Fest 2025! 🚀

Minab IT Solutions, a trusted leader in delivering innovative IT services, shares our vision of empowering the next generation of tech innovators.
Their support is helping us create a platform where technology, creativity, and talent come together to shape the future.

🌟 Thank you Minab IT Solutions for partnering with us and championing AASTU Tech Fest 2025!

Get ready for an inspiring celebration of technology and innovation! 🔥

RSVP Now

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DIAMOND SPONSORSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT

The spotlight is on! 🔦 HUBBITS, Addis Ababa’s premiere co-working sanctuary, is dazzling as the Diamond Sponsor of AASTU Tech Fest 2025! 🎇

Imagine a place where creativity sparks, collaboration thrives, and technology leaps forward—that’s HUBBITS. More than a workspace, it’s a launchpad for visionaries, equipped with futuristic amenities and a pulsating community of go-getters.

🌟 Thank you, HUBBITS, for championing this vision and empowering the next generation of innovators!

Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of tech, creativity, and connection! 🔥

⚡️ RSVP now ⚡️

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Diamond Sponsorship Announcement

We are beyond excited to welcome Safaricom as a Diamond Sponsor for the upcoming AASTU Tech Fest 2025! 💎

As a leader in digital innovation and connectivity across East Africa, Safaricom’s commitment to empowering tech-driven communities perfectly aligns with our mission to celebrate innovation, talent, and impact in the tech ecosystem.

Their support opens new doors of opportunity for young innovators, developers, and entrepreneurs; right here at Addis Ababa Science and Technology University.

💡 Together, we’re building the future of African technology!

🙏 Huge thanks to Safaricom for powering this event and believing in the potential of the next generation of tech leaders.

RSVP now

#AASTUTechFest2025 #Safaricom #DiamondSponsor #GDGAASTU

🚨 Only 50 Early Bird Seats Left! 🐦⏳

Today is the FINAL DAY for Early Bird Registration!

Want to be part of something big at AASTU Tech Fest 2025? This is your shot to lock in your seat early — and yes, early birds might just get something extra. 👀

⏰ First come, first served. Don’t say we didn’t warn you.

👉 Register now before it’s too late: Here Birdie

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