We’re excited to announce that the "Exploring PaaS for Dynamic Online Ventures" course has started again at the University of Szeged—with more than double the number of students enrolled this semester! This significant increase in enrollment reflects the growing interest in platform-as-a-service (PaaS) solutions and the success of last semester’s program. The ongoing collaboration between platformOS and the University of Szeged, with the help of platformOS partner, origin/develop LLC, continues to provide students with valuable hands-on experience in cutting-edge technology.

Bridging Academia and Industry

The course curriculum has been designed carefully to guide the students through the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and equip them with practical skills in PaaS development, with a particular focus on platformOS, a leading solution in the field. The course provides students with valuable opportunities to acquire skills that can be directly applied in their future roles as developers. Learning about the SDLC, and the various functional teams that contribute to it, students will also understand their responsibilities throughout the development process, the importance of cross-team collaboration, and how effective teamwork contributes to achieving shared goals. 

By offering a balanced mix of theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience, students will learn essential industry disciplines, including:

• UX Research & Design – Understanding user needs, planning user journeys, and integrating UX into development.

• Application Development – Working with platformOS tools like pos-cli, routing, GraphQL integration, and AI-powered search.

• Modular Architecture – Exploring platformOS modules, comparing monolithic and modular structures.

• Developer Documentation – Managing docs with DocsKit and using the Docs as Code approach.

• Web Accessibility & Sustainability – Learning about accessibility tools and sustainability checkers.

• Quality Assurance (QA) – Mastering testing methods, defect tracking, and communication strategies.

• Selling PaaS & Digital Marketing – Applying SEO, SEM, content marketing, social media engagement, and analytics.

Learning from Global Experts

One of the standout features of this course is its diverse lineup of lecturers. Experienced professionals from Hungary, Poland, Australia, and the USA bring their unique perspectives and extensive industry experience to the classroom. Their combined expertise ensures that students gain a comprehensive understanding of PaaS technologies and real-world applications. Learning from professionals across different markets and technological environments will broaden students’ perspectives on global digital solutions.

Throughout the semester, students will work on a capstone project, applying the knowledge they gained to develop a real-world digital solution. By integrating all the technical, design, and marketing strategies our professionals offer, and combining with their own insights and creativity, they will showcase their skills in a final presentation.

A Growing Success Story

The course’s increasing popularity highlights its value in preparing students for careers in digital product development. The continued collaboration between platformOS and the University of Szeged demonstrates a strong commitment to bridging the gap between academia and industry, ensuring students graduate with the knowledge and experience needed to succeed.

With this semester ahead, we are thrilled to offer another exciting learning journey for students at the University of Szeged! At the same time, we look forward to seeing the innovations and progress made by this talented group of students. Stay tuned for more updates!