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Artificial Intelligence7 min read
The 5 AI Skills Every Professional Needs Before 2027
AI fluency is becoming as fundamental as email. These five practical skills separate professionals who thrive from those who fall behind.
Dinesh Abeysekera
June 24, 2026
Careers5 min read
Portfolio Over Certificates: What Employers Actually Look For
We surveyed 40 hiring managers across Colombo's top companies. Their answer on what gets candidates hired was almost unanimous — and it wasn't grades.
Nadeesha Perera
June 10, 2026
Learning6 min read
The Science of Learning Habits That Actually Stick
Most online learners quit within two weeks. The ones who finish share four evidence-backed habits — none of which involve motivation.
Michael De Zoysa
May 28, 2026
Design8 min read
Building a Design Career from Sri Lanka: A Realistic Roadmap
From first Figma file to international clients — a stage-by-stage roadmap for designers building world-class careers from the island.
Shalini Jayawardena
May 15, 2026
English5 min read
English Fluency Is About Confidence, Not Perfection
The biggest barrier to English fluency isn't vocabulary or grammar — it's the fear of making mistakes. Here's how to dismantle it.
Michael De Zoysa
April 30, 2026
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