Associate Software Engineer

Harnessing Potential: Lishu Maharjan’s TEJ Fellowship Journey

Lishu Maharjan, from Kathmandu's Newa community, is the eldest of three siblings. Her father runs a small furniture business, and her mother manages the household. Despite earning her Bachelor's degree in information management from Prime College, Lishu struggled with understanding coding and lacked confidence in asking questions during her classes. This became evident during an individual project where she managed the front-end development but felt lost when it came to the back end.

Lishu discovered the TEJ Fellowship through her cousin and was motivated by its hands-on learning opportunities and structured program. Her goals included improving her technical skills, building networks, and gaining the confidence to become a better learner. Initially shy and anxious about asking questions, the mentorship and supportive environment at TEJ helped her overcome these challenges. Weekly presentations and interactions with her peers further built her confidence in both coding and communication.

The fellowship transformed her career path, deepening her understanding of IT fundamentals and boosting her self-confidence. Lishu now works as an Associate Software Engineer at Rumsan Nepal. She highly recommends the TEJ Fellowship to anyone aspiring to become a software engineer, stressing the importance of asking questions, staying consistent, and making the most of the learning opportunities provided.