I am a well seasoned Senior QA. I have been in the Software testing game for over 10 years. I needed to upgrade my skills to include more in-depth knowledge of automation testing tools. This school employs highly regarded, professionals who are not just talking heads. These people have day jobs in the industry. These are industry leaders, experts and lettered professionals. The instructors are hands on and accurate. As for the owner of the school, he stakes his professional life on each graduate. Now, that is saying something! I respect and adore my instructors. Tough and through. Smart and friendly, even the ones who act gruff!
I give this school big props. It has earned my respect. I would say this is one of the best scholastic experiences I have ever had. They have taught me cutting edge techniques and time saving short cuts. If you are in the QA industry, you know that short cuts to create robust testing is priceless! I know I am getting the training that I need to stay competitive and marketable.
When I'm in class, I feel happy. That's how damn good it is in class. I'm getting the training I need to continue my career as a Software QA. As for Sofia, all I can say is she is smart, sweet, kind and helpful. She is a true gem! I don't want to forget Olga, who will hold your hand and listen to any self doubts you have. She is helpful and reassuring. She keeps the front office moving. Also, the tech support of Nikita. Anytime I had any technical issue that I could not resolve, Nikki was there to fix it.
Really, this school is a win-win for both the student and our ever changing industry. Portnov is truly as good as it gets!
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Is Portnov Computer School for real?
I like that question. It just came up on Yahoo Answers.
There is not much of a discussion around the question anyway. Still there is something in it, which makes me to think about how folks make their educational choices. I would rather go to the school and look at it myself. No matter how much others like it or probably dislike it what does that really mean to you?
And yes, 85% of students come by referral, not because they read something on our web site or any other web resource.
If you read that post, why don't you go and contribute to the discussion, whatever it might be.
There is not much of a discussion around the question anyway. Still there is something in it, which makes me to think about how folks make their educational choices. I would rather go to the school and look at it myself. No matter how much others like it or probably dislike it what does that really mean to you?
And yes, 85% of students come by referral, not because they read something on our web site or any other web resource.
If you read that post, why don't you go and contribute to the discussion, whatever it might be.
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Portnov school has helped me to have a good start for my career change
I used to work in the chemical industry. In order to get into that field, I had spent years of time to finish my Master’s degree. Due to various reasons, I decided to make a career change. I was quite wondering at one time, was I going to spend another years of school to get a professional job?
On an occasion, I heard about Portnov Computer School. I decided to give it a try even I was skeptical if one could get into computer testing field only after a few months of training.
I started to attend the training program in early December last year, now I am already working as a QA intern. What I had accomplished during this few months of training were quite a lot that enables me to feel comfortable to start working on my internship job.
Since I attended community colleges, universities and several professional training schools before, I can speak from my personal experience that Portnov school offers an excellent choice for training to help these people who want to have a quick career change.
I’d like to thank Michael and Yana who provide me this opportunity and build my knowledge and confidence to start my new career and other people there at Portnov Computer School.
Lastly, I would like to personally thank Sofia, she kept encouraging me and worked hard to help me to a good start of my new career. Thanks Sofia!
George
On an occasion, I heard about Portnov Computer School. I decided to give it a try even I was skeptical if one could get into computer testing field only after a few months of training.
I started to attend the training program in early December last year, now I am already working as a QA intern. What I had accomplished during this few months of training were quite a lot that enables me to feel comfortable to start working on my internship job.
Since I attended community colleges, universities and several professional training schools before, I can speak from my personal experience that Portnov school offers an excellent choice for training to help these people who want to have a quick career change.
I’d like to thank Michael and Yana who provide me this opportunity and build my knowledge and confidence to start my new career and other people there at Portnov Computer School.
Lastly, I would like to personally thank Sofia, she kept encouraging me and worked hard to help me to a good start of my new career. Thanks Sofia!
George
Asha thanks Portnov Computer School
Before I could start I would like to paste this quote below.
"The only people with whom you should try to get even are those who have helped you."
Yes the quote says everything, its Mikhail, the father of "Portnov School" who made it happen, though he is strict in class, he is a wonderful person with brilliant ideas. Every time I met him it was like a challenge to learn new things from him. He is an extraordinary person with g8 skills. Thanks Mikhail.
Sofia - she is a Mother so kind polite and caring and in fact everyone should look at her, wow she is so active, she helped me in scheduling internship interviews, she has a lot of patience. Thank You Sofia.
Yana she is a wonderful person, she trained me for the mock interview, told my weakness, I did not stop after that, I came home worked my weakness, and always had in mind what Yana told me. She is very confident, loving with a bright smile on her face always. Thanks Yana.
Olga, she helped in getting my resume appointments, as well as she was my instructor in one class, she is amazing, she explains giving lot of examples. Thanks Olga.
Lastly, Marina - I treat her like a mother, so calm, polite who knows everything, she gives attention to each and every student no matter what, she makes sure everyone are on the right path in their project. She has a lot of patience like others have, all 5 are the pillars of the school. Without them there is nothing. This is the place I learnt how to be dedicated, they are all so dedicated towards their duties.
No matter what they always gave us the right knowledge. Today I am in a job because of all these people. I would like to thank Mikhail again for preparing me for the job interviews specially the resume preparation.
I would like to thank Mikhail, Sofia, Yana, Olga, Marina and all the other tutors who have given me the opportunity to build my knowledge and confidence to start my career in USA. Thanks a ton.
Sofia and Mikhail I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate everything you've done to help me. Thank you very much, I have no words other than thank you.
They are amazing people. If you want to start your career as QA engineer, the doors of Portnov School are always open, go ahead with confidence and trust in God, you will get what you want.
"If you want to turn your life around, try thankfulness. It will change your life mightily"
Thanks,
Asha
"The only people with whom you should try to get even are those who have helped you."
Yes the quote says everything, its Mikhail, the father of "Portnov School" who made it happen, though he is strict in class, he is a wonderful person with brilliant ideas. Every time I met him it was like a challenge to learn new things from him. He is an extraordinary person with g8 skills. Thanks Mikhail.
Sofia - she is a Mother so kind polite and caring and in fact everyone should look at her, wow she is so active, she helped me in scheduling internship interviews, she has a lot of patience. Thank You Sofia.
Yana she is a wonderful person, she trained me for the mock interview, told my weakness, I did not stop after that, I came home worked my weakness, and always had in mind what Yana told me. She is very confident, loving with a bright smile on her face always. Thanks Yana.
Olga, she helped in getting my resume appointments, as well as she was my instructor in one class, she is amazing, she explains giving lot of examples. Thanks Olga.
Lastly, Marina - I treat her like a mother, so calm, polite who knows everything, she gives attention to each and every student no matter what, she makes sure everyone are on the right path in their project. She has a lot of patience like others have, all 5 are the pillars of the school. Without them there is nothing. This is the place I learnt how to be dedicated, they are all so dedicated towards their duties.
No matter what they always gave us the right knowledge. Today I am in a job because of all these people. I would like to thank Mikhail again for preparing me for the job interviews specially the resume preparation.
I would like to thank Mikhail, Sofia, Yana, Olga, Marina and all the other tutors who have given me the opportunity to build my knowledge and confidence to start my career in USA. Thanks a ton.
Sofia and Mikhail I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate everything you've done to help me. Thank you very much, I have no words other than thank you.
They are amazing people. If you want to start your career as QA engineer, the doors of Portnov School are always open, go ahead with confidence and trust in God, you will get what you want.
"If you want to turn your life around, try thankfulness. It will change your life mightily"
Thanks,
Asha
Thursday, April 21, 2011
It was a precious time for me attending classes
Dear Sofia, Mikhail and other school staff!
I would like to thank you all for your hard work, help, support and sharing experience with me. I got a good education at school and I was able to find a job I was dreaming about.
It was a precious time for me attending classes, meeting great people and going for the internship.
Being at your school feels like being at home where you are treated in a special way and you are very welcomed.
I thank you all and I love you all.
Your student,
Victoria
I would like to thank you all for your hard work, help, support and sharing experience with me. I got a good education at school and I was able to find a job I was dreaming about.
It was a precious time for me attending classes, meeting great people and going for the internship.
Being at your school feels like being at home where you are treated in a special way and you are very welcomed.
I thank you all and I love you all.
Your student,
Victoria
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Portnov School has been an outstanding experience for me
I greatly appreciate the hard work & effort that Michael Portnov and Sofia Pravdina bring to the table. Michael Portnov and Portnov Computer School instructors work together to provide a great experience over the school courses. There is a lot of information with regards to this course, but the instructor kept me interested from beginning to end. In addition, I loved how the instructors were able to not just incorporate real world work experience into the presentation but also there-own everyday personal experiences.
Again, Michael and Sofia thank you!
David Blumin
Again, Michael and Sofia thank you!
David Blumin
I owned a construction company
Until a few months ago, I owned a construction company. When the crisis hit the economy, I started loosing my customers. One day, I realized that my business is dead – no clients, no money, no future. The situation had put me in the position when I was ready to do anything – just to survive.
My friends told me about Portnov School and how this school helps people to get new profession – QA Engineer. After some hesitation, I joined the school for the QA Express course.
Two months went by like one day. I decided not to wait for the internship and posted my resume online. I started receiving lots of calls, but no one invited me for the interview. Finally, two weeks later, I was invited for the face-to-face interview. This was my first interview and, as it turned out, the only one. Two days later, I got the offer for the Software QA Engineer’s position with Philips Healthcare.
I think the key for my successful interview was the training provided by Michael and the confidence he instills in people. Also, all materials that I found on the school’s website as well as videos on YouTube for the preparation and handling an interview were very helpful.
It is hard to believe that within 2-3 months I have completely changed not only my career but my life as well.
Michael, thank you very much for everything that you do for people that helps them find themselves and confidently stand up!
My friends told me about Portnov School and how this school helps people to get new profession – QA Engineer. After some hesitation, I joined the school for the QA Express course.
Two months went by like one day. I decided not to wait for the internship and posted my resume online. I started receiving lots of calls, but no one invited me for the interview. Finally, two weeks later, I was invited for the face-to-face interview. This was my first interview and, as it turned out, the only one. Two days later, I got the offer for the Software QA Engineer’s position with Philips Healthcare.
I think the key for my successful interview was the training provided by Michael and the confidence he instills in people. Also, all materials that I found on the school’s website as well as videos on YouTube for the preparation and handling an interview were very helpful.
It is hard to believe that within 2-3 months I have completely changed not only my career but my life as well.
Michael, thank you very much for everything that you do for people that helps them find themselves and confidently stand up!
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