One day Workshop by future Finders on Full Stack Development using MEAN and MERN

Introduction

The Department of Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) at Sant Baba Bhag Singh University (SBBSU) organized a 1-Day future Finders on Full Stack Development using MEAN and MERN on February 6, 2025, to guide B.Tech CSE students (4th and 6th semester) about various career paths in the IT industry. The session took place in Block 5 from 10:00 AM onwards and witnessed an enthusiastic response from students.

The event was organized under the leadership of Prof. (Dr.) Jagdeep Kaur (Convenor) and Er. Akashdeep Singh Rana, Assistant Professor, CSE (Co-Convenor). The session was conducted by Mr. Gautam Sharma, an experienced industry professional from Future Finders, Mohali.

Objective of the future Finders

• A clear understanding of Full Stack Development using MEAN and MERN.
• Insights into industry expectations and the skills required for various job roles.
• Guidance on interview preparation, resume building, and skill enhancement.
• Exposure to emerging technologies and their significance in shaping future careers.

Key Highlights of the future Finders

1. Introduction to Full Stack Development

Mr. Gautam Sharma discussed the diverse career paths available for B.Tech CSE graduates, including:

• MEAN Stack Development (MongoDB, Express.js, Angular, Node.js)
• MERN Stack Development (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js)
• Front-end and Back-end Development
• Database Management and API Development

2. Importance of Industry-Relevant Skills

The resource person emphasized the importance of learning beyond textbooks. Key skills recommended for students included:

• Programming Languages (JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, etc.)
• Framefuture fin & Tools (React, Angular, Node.js, Express.js)
• Database Management (MongoDB, SQL, Firebase)
• Version Control (Git, GitHub)
• Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

3. Hands-on Development & Market Demand

Discussion on latest technologies like MEAN, MERN, DevOps, and Cloud Computing and their impact on the job market.

4. Resume Building & Job Interview Preparation

• Creating a professional resume with relevant skills, certifications, and projects.
• Common mistakes in resumes that freshers should avoid.
• How to crack technical and HR interviews.
• Mock interview strategies and the importance of confidence in interviews.

5. Interactive Q&A Session

Students asked questions about choosing the right career path, higher studies, competitive exams like GATE/GRE, and the impact of AI on jobs.

Conclusion

The 1-Day future Finders on Full Stack Development using MEAN and MERN was highly successful and beneficial for students, giving them a clear roadmap for their careers in the IT industry.

The Department of Computer Science & Engineering extends its gratitude to Future Finders, Mohali, and Mr. Gautam Sharma for their valuable insights.