Who am I?

My name is Nishan, and I have been involved with the BIT programme ever since the inception in the year 2000. I used to teach subjects in all 6 semesters, and am also actively engaged in Project Supervision for semester 5 and 6 students. I provide guidance in selecting challenging projects, carrying out Analysis and identifying user requirements, preparing the interim report and specifications, systems development guidance, tips on preparation of the final dissertation, and etc.

Students are encouraged to meet with me on a regular basis so that project details can be discussed, and problems ironed out.

One of the main reasons for my involvement in this area is the practical knowledge and experience that have been gained as a result of developing and managing software on behalf of corporate and individual clients. My clients include local and overseas customers.

Academically, the qualifications that I have acquired are:

• International Diploma in Computer Studies : NCC - UK
• International Advanced Diploma in Computer Studies : NCC - UK
• B.Sc (Hons) Degree in Information Systems : London Guildhall University - UK
• Masters in IT : Charles Sturt University - Australia
• I am currently reading for my Ph.D at the PIM, Sri Lanka

The Professional qualifications / memberships that I have acquired are:

• Member of the British Computer Society - (MBCS)
• Member of the IEEE - (MIEEE)
• Member of the Computer Society of Sri Lanka [CSSL] - (MCS)

Also, I dabble with the following technologies as a result of the work that I do:

• HTML / XHTML
• XML
• ASP / PHP / JSP / CGI / PERL
• JavaScript / VBScript
• CSS / XSL
• SQL Server / mySQL
• Web Services
• Flash and Graphics

Please note that effective from the 20th of December 2005, I am no longer involved with IDM in any way, be it Lecturing / Conducting classes, or otherwise.

As of 2006, I have been with ESOFT Computer Studies (Pvt) Ltd and am the General Manager as well as a Senior Lecturer. I conduct classes for BIT (University of Colombo School of Computing), BCS (UK), BIT (University of Moratuwa), as well as specialised classes in PHP.