Microsoft to encourage App Development in India

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Microsoft to encourage App Development in India 
As part of its strategic move to help developers and IT professionals chart their career path and prepare to make their mark in the apps landscape,Microsoft(NASDAQ:MSFT), along with 23 learning solution partners like NIIT, Aptech and IT-Networkz, are hosting the "Power Your Future" initiative across the country. More than 45,000 developers and IT professionals are participating in a simultaneous orientation session across 1,000 locations, aimed at helping them chart their career path.  This initiative is projected to also provide direction to hone their skills to build apps for the global marketplace.
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"Microsoft is committed to helping every individual realize their full potential. This initiative will help developers and IT professionals across the country prepare for modern app development scenarios," commentedPratima Amonkar, Director - Strategic Audience Marketing, Microsoft Corporation India.

The "Power Your Future" initiative will ensure to give professionals and students an opportunity to hear from senior Microsoft leaders and mentors from across the country. This will help them understand the latest trends, identify their strengths and interest areas and have career discussions with counsellors at their local learning centre. More than 1,000 CPLS (Certified Partner for Learning Solutions) centres will host the session concurrently.

The initiative is being powered by Microsoft Virtual Academy and aims at empowering developers with appropriate skills for the upcoming app demand. "Power Your Future" will act as a road map......See More

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