This is the next segment of our blog series highlighting Microsoft Learn Student Ambassadors who achieved the Gold milestone, the highest level attainable, and have recently graduated from university. Each blog in the series features a different student and highlights their accomplishments, their experience with the Student Ambassador community, and what they’re up to now.
Today we meet Hrittik who recently graduated with a bachelor’s in computer science from JIS University in India.
Responses have been edited for clarity and length.
When did you join the Student Ambassadors community?
I joined the Student Ambassadors Community to have a supportive network where I could both help and be helped by others. I wanted to access cloud credits to deepen my knowledge of Azure and Kubernetes, and I was eager to meet like-minded people passionate about technology which I did.😊
What was being a Student Ambassador like?
Being a Student Ambassador was an amazing experience. I became the go-to person on campus, with people seeking my help for events, cloud projects, and guidance on becoming an MLSA. I loved mentoring others and cherished the interactions, learning so much from countless calls with peers and experts alike.
Was there a specific experience you had while you were in the program that had a profound impact on you and why?
One of the most profound experiences I had in the program was networking with a Cloud Advocate and MVP. Collaborating on events with an MVP gave me the confidence to dive deeper into cloud experimentation, eventually leading me to pursue a career as a DevRel in the cloud-native ecosystem.
This small journey took me to 10 different countries as a student, where I delivered talks and shared my knowledge.
Witnessing the Northern Lights this January due to a conference visit.
Tell us about a technology you had the chance to gain a skillset in as a Student Ambassador. How has this skill you acquired helped you in your post-university journey?
During my time as a Student Ambassador, I focused heavily on cloud and cloud-native technologies. I pursued numerous certifications, including CKA and Azure-related, which solidified my expertise. Writing hundreds of articles and helping people solve real-world problems deepened my understanding and made me a resource for others. These skills have been invaluable in my post-university journey, enabling me to tackle complex challenges and continue contributing to the tech community.
A few of these certs: https://credly.com/users/hrittikhere
What is something you want all students, globally, to know about the Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador Program?
One thing I want all students to know about the Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador Program is that the cloud credits are an incredible resource. They allow you to experiment, learn, and explore without the barrier of needing a credit card. I’ve gained so much knowledge through this opportunity, and I encourage you to take full advantage of it!
What advice would you give to new Student Ambassadors, who are just starting in the program?
My advice to new Student Ambassadors is to connect with others and collaborate on projects that can educate and uplift your community. Make the most of your Azure credits by experimenting and building proofs of concept. And don’t forget to document your journey, sharing your insights will benefit both you and those who follow in your footsteps.
Share a favorite quote with us! It can be from a movie, a song, a book, or someone you know personally. Tell us why you chose this. What does it mean for you?
“We suffer more in imagination than in reality.” What this means is get things done and if it's meant to be, it will be. 😊
Tell us something interesting about you, about your journey.
When I started, there was no tech community at my university. I took the initiative to build one from the ground up, introducing people to new technologies and opportunities. Today, that community has grown into a thriving ecosystem that continues to flourish even without me, something I’m incredibly proud of!
Attending my first Europe event after overcoming a painful visa rejection the previous year.
You can follow Hrittik here:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hrittikhere/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hrittikhere/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/hrittikhere
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