Solomon Eseme is a software engineer with over 6 years of experience in software development. He is also a content creator, technical writer, and founder of Mastering Backend, a technology educational platform that teaches people how to become software engineers.
Among the various products, Mastering Backend is the most popular, and it is making waves in the technology industry. Mastering Backend is a technology educational platform that teaches students how to become software engineers.
What began in 2022 as a personal blog that shared invaluable insights into backend development has blossomed into a thriving tech educational platform. Recognising the hurdles faced by aspiring software engineers, Solomon transformed his blog into a solution-driven, dynamic learning ecosystem.
Over the years, the platform has provided uptime opportunities for over 500 aspiring backend engineers through boot camps, training, and pre-recorded courses.
Mastering Backend is community-driven with over 300 members. What is unique about Mastering Backend is that we are community-driven and community-first, with over 3000 members.
“Our approach to teaching Backend is unique because we have roadmap courses that are well structured with the necessary resources. In addition, we are a practical-based institute,” Eseme said.
The platform provides opportunities for users to learn about backend projects, and it is only targeted at backend developers. This means that they are niched down to backend engineers.
A cornerstone of their success lies in the strategic use of pre-recorded courses. “Creating detailed, accessible courses allows students to learn at their own pace,” Eseme explains. “This flexible approach, coupled with our live training sessions, accelerates their learning journey.”
The platform’s initial blog phase provided invaluable insights into organic traffic generation, giving them a significant edge in reaching their target audience.
The impact is palpable. “Witnessing the transformation of our students is incredibly rewarding,” Eseme shares. “Knowing we’ve played a role in their career growth is what fuels our passion.” Financially, Mastering Backend has achieved sustainable revenue, comfortably covering operational expenses and staff compensation, ensuring the platform’s continued growth.
Looking ahead, the focus is shifting to sustainability. The completion of a comprehensive library of pre-recorded courses will unlock new revenue streams, strengthening the platform’s long-term viability. Recognizing the burgeoning backend engineering market, Mastering Backend is strategically positioning itself as an industry leader.
“The major challenge our team faced was acquiring professional instructors and mentors to manage our training programs. We also had financial constraints. Getting financing to pay video editors and tutors was a bit challenging.” Eseme said.
However, his unwavering determination propelled Mastering Backend forward despite the challenge. The platform boasts unique tools like MB Project, a curated list of backend projects designed to solidify students’ mastery.
Beyond Mastering Backend, Solomon’s prolific projects include over 20 other impactful projects like Backend Weekly, Get Backend Jobs, and AI for Developers.
These initiatives have collectively aided over 1000 students globally, facilitating coding proficiency, technical writing skills, and lucrative backend engineering job placements.
Beyond education, Solomon is building a suite of digital projects designed to streamline engineering workflows. “GetBackendJobs, for example, directly addresses the need for accessible job opportunities for young backend engineers,” he said.
GetBackend Jobs is a dedicated job platform that connects young backend engineers with employment opportunities. By bridging the gap between talent and industry demand, Mastering Backend ensures that students transition smoothly from learning to employment.
To further scale its impact, Mastering Backend is undergoing a branding transformation that will integrate all its digital projects under one umbrella. This includes shifting from a one-time payment model to a subscription-based system, allowing learners continuous access to valuable resources, mentorship, and job opportunities.
This strategic shift will solidify Mastering Backend’s position as the premier provider of backend engineering education and career advancement.
Solomon Eseme, the driving force behind Mastering Backend, is not just building a platform; he is shaping the future of backend engineering education. His unique blend of technical expertise and educational zeal has significantly contributed to software engineering.
The future is bright, and the journey will continue!!
