Innovator, Leader, and Educator in the Tech Industry
Rasan Samarasinghe is a dynamic and forward-thinking professional with a profound passion for technology and leadership. With extensive experience in IT and software development, Rasan has established himself as a proficient innovator and enhancer, adept at transforming challenges into opportunities and driving continuous improvement.
With over 12 years of experience in the IT industry, Rasan Samarasinghe has successfully navigated diverse roles in IT academia, software engineering, and project management. This extensive background provides him with unique perspectives and the ability to deliver unparalleled results. Strategically pivoting roles, he aims to become a business leader in the tech industry where he can contribute to organizational success and inspire future leaders.
Rasan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Software Engineering from the University of Bedfordshire, where he graduated with top academic honors and best performance awards. With hands-on technical skills in building electronics and software product design and development, his current focus is on business leadership and corporate management.
Passionate about educating and empowering people, Rasan thrives on innovation and enhancing systems. He is currently engaged in several personal projects and is eager to discuss and collaborate on new opportunities.
Life Story:
Rasan’s journey began with a passion for reading and a dislike for traditional school learning. Embracing self-learning methods, he mastered various IT and software engineering fields. Earning a degree in Computer Science and Software Engineering from the University of Bedfordshire was a pivotal moment, opening numerous pathways. His dedication to continuous self-improvement has led to significant contributions in IT, innovation, and leadership.
Volunteer Work
Rasan is also committed to giving back to the community through his volunteer work. He contributes as a content developer for the Open Learning Platform at the University of Moratuwa. In this role, he creates educational content that aids students in their learning journeys, reflecting his dedication to education and his desire to empower the next generation of tech professionals.
Impressive Accomplishments:
Rasan’s passion for innovation and creativity extends beyond his professional journey. With a strong background in crafting electronics, he has built several products, especially in the audio reproduction domain. He founded ITPro, a platform connecting tech talent with job opportunities, and also established several online community platforms to foster collaboration.
His coding work is showcased on his HackerRank and GitHub profiles, highlighting his technical skills and commitment to continuous learning.
Rasan received the Change Maker Award from 99x in 2019. His academic excellence includes the Best Performing Award from the University of Bedfordshire in 2016. Achieving Island Rank 6 in the 1998 grade five scholarship exam underscores his dedication to excellence from an early age.
He also secured first place in the Technosoft Software Competition hosted by Royal College Colombo in 2002, demonstrating his programming passion since childhood as a self-taught programmer.