Turkish Software Developer Army Reaches 300,000 Strong
The software development sector in Turkey is experiencing rapid growth, with the number of software developers in the country approaching 300 thousand. Various projects and initiatives are being implemented to meet the increasing demand for software developers and to enhance the country’s global competitiveness in the tech field.
One of the key projects, the Türkiye Software Inventory Project, aims to gather data on companies, workforce, and products in the software sector to make informed decisions and improve government support and incentives. Other projects focus on developing an open-source software ecosystem, providing online training programs, and creating a competency evaluation system.
University-private sector collaborations are also being leveraged to train more qualified software developers. Programs like the “Sector on Campus” and “Artificial Intelligence Expertise” aim to prepare university students for the industry and enhance technical expertise in areas like artificial intelligence.
In addition, efforts are underway to develop cyber security products and technologies to address threats in the digital space. National solutions are being implemented to enhance the cyber security ecosystem and create products with higher added value.
Talent transfer is also playing a significant role in expanding the software developer workforce. With a large number of applications, Russian nationals are leading the way in talent transfers, highlighting the diverse pool of talent contributing to Turkey’s technology ecosystem.
Overall, the investments and initiatives in the software development sector are positioning Turkey as a hub for tech innovation and talent development, paving the way for a more robust and competitive tech industry in the country.
