Prague Event Connects Computer Science Students with Tech Sector
IFSA | November 11, 2025
“Education shouldn’t just prepare students for today’s jobs. It should prepare them for the unknown. In the age of AI, adaptability and curiosity matter more than ever.”
These words from Adam Hanka, Director of Big Data & AI at Creative Dock, kicked off dynamic discussion at IFSA’s inaugural Tech-Edu Forum, November 5 in Prague. Designed to address the gap between college computer science education and IT employer expectations, the event gathered leaders from both worlds, along with IFSA Tech Career Accelerator students.
Human skills matter and other lessons
An informative roundtable moderated by Ricardo Monagas from Uppersky churned out many insights, including:
- It’s not all about technical fluency. Creativity, empathy, adaptability, and communication help technology serve humans.
- Choose a solid foundation over early specialization. Critical thinking, problem solving, and collaboration fuel our ability to adapt as tools and technologies evolve.
- Study abroad is a powerful catalyst for building essential skills like flexibility and self-awareness, required in the workplace.
- Learning shouldn’t stop with graduation. Be ready to “learn, unlearn, and relearn” throughout your career.
Sincere thanks to our roundtable panelists Peter Schlegel, Stronghold Systems OÜ; Jindřich Slunečko, 42 Prague; and IFSA tech faculty lead Ondrej Kuzelka. Additional thanks to our remote participants—including Marina Baranova from IBM and Ivana Knudson from University of New York—and everyone else who helped make this event possible.
Benefits for IFSA students
“It was great to meet both educators and industry professionals in one place,” said Brian H., an IFSA Tech Career Accelerator student from University of Michigan. “Conversations like these help us understand what skills really matter and how we can prepare for the world after graduation.”
“As a student, it’s easy to feel unsure about the future,” said Anika S. from University of Minnesota. “This event gave me a sense of direction—I left inspired and more confident about my path.”
Learn more about IFSA Tech Career Accelerator.