KCF-Technology Group (KCF-Tech)
Empowering the Next Generation of Tech Leaders
Kashmir Care Foundation – Engineering and Technology Group (KCF-Tech) is dedicated to empowering the next generation of tech leaders by bridging the gap between education and industry. KCF-Tech equips youth with essential technical skills, real-world industry exposure, and hands-on learning experiences, enabling them to confidently compete and succeed in the world’s most demanding and innovative technology companies.
VISION AND PURPOSE
The vision for KCF Tech Group is to unlock the untapped potential of Kashmiri youth by providing a structured pathway to global tech excellence. We aim to create a world where a student in Srinagar has the same access to high-end skillsets, industry networks, and career opportunities as a student in Silicon Valley or Bengaluru.
MISSION STATEMENT
“To empower the next generation of Kashmiri tech leaders by providing the skillsets, industry exposure, and global networks required to thrive in the modern technology landscape.”
The KCF Technology Group is an initiative dedicated to creating parity in the exposure of Kashmiri youth. We believe that talent is universal, but opportunity is not. We bridge this gap by connecting aspiring engineers and product thinkers with real industry experts to guide them from academic theory into their dream tech careers.
CORE OBJECTIVES
KCF-Tech aims to:
- Skillset Parity: Aligning local talent with the high standards of global tech hubs through specialized, high-demand technical training.
- Industry Awareness: Moving beyond textbooks to understand real-world production environments, Agile workflows, and System Design.
- Mentorship-Driven Growth: Facilitating direct access to industry veterans to foster confidence and professional maturity.
- Career Breakthroughs: Providing the networking, resume building, and mock-interview preparation required to land roles at FAANG companies and high-growth startups.
- Community Building: Fostering a sustainable ecosystem of Kashmiri tech professionals who support, refer, and uplift one another.
CORE COMPONENTS OF THE PROGRAM
- Personalized Industry Mentorship: Mentees are paired with experts from companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Meesho for career-pathing and technical guidance.
- Hands-on Projects: Our program centers on building real-world applications so you can get that hands-on experience of building stuff.
- Tech-Soft Skills: Specialized training in technical communication, async collaboration (Slack/Jira), and presenting technical solutions to stakeholders.
THE KCF-TECH ROADMAP
Our program is structured into four distinct phases to ensure a holistic transition from student to professional:
- Phase 1: Awareness: Deep-dive sessions into various tech career paths (SDE, Product, DevOps, AI/ML, Data) to help mentees choose their focus.
- Phase 2: Education: Targeted training on modern tech stacks, professional standards, and “Clean Code” principles.
- Phase 3: Hands-on Projects: Mentees work in “Project Squads” to build and deploy real applications under mentor supervision.
- Phase 4: Career Readiness: Portfolio polishing, GitHub optimization, LinkedIn branding, and mock technical interviews.
WHY JOIN KCF-TECH?
- Hands-on learning: Learn how to build practical usable technology by working on real-world projects under the guidance of your mentors.
- Direct Access: Get one-on-one time with leaders at companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Meesho.
- The “Insider” Advantage: Understand the nuances of technical interviews and corporate culture that aren’t taught in local universities.
- Portfolio Over Certificates: Graduate with a live, production-grade project on your GitHub that proves your competence to any recruiter.
- A Global Support System: Become part of a lifelong community of Kashmiri professionals who are already where you want to be.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
We are looking for motivated students and early-stage professionals who have a foundation in tech but are looking for the “bridge” to excellence.
- Academic Background: Engineering (any branch), Mathematics or related field.
- Self-Taught Developers: Ambitious builders with a strong portfolio but who lack industry exposure.
- Commitment: High curiosity, a “builder” mindset, and a willingness to dedicate 8-10 hours a week to rigorous project-based learning.
MEET THE TECH LEADERS
Adil Hamid
Adil Hamid
Engineering Leader
Amazon, Seattle, USA
Aqib Bhat
Aqib Bhat
Senior Software Engineer
Upgrade, Canada
Tawqeer Munshi
Tawqeer Munshi
Product Manager
Meesho, Bengaluru, India
Falaq Tromboo
Falaq Tromboo
Product Manager
Siemens, Berlin, Germany
Faisal Kawoosa
Faisal Kawoosa
Co-Founder
Techarc, Gurgaon, India
Falak Wani
Falak Wani
Software Engineer
Microsoft, Remote
Asra Sakeen
Asra Sakeen
Postdoc
Carleton University, Canada
Muizza Muayqeeb
Muizza Muayqeeb
B.Tech CSE
IUST, India
CONNECT WITH US:
📧 Email: tech@kashmircarefoundation.org
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