Shams Rashid Tonmoy

Sub-editor & Feature Writer, Tech & Startup, The Daily Star

Empowering self-sufficiency in Bangladesh: Specialised ICT training for people with disabilities

The growth of AI and digital skills in Bangladesh is creating new opportunities for people with disabilities, offering fresh hope for greater inclusion in the workforce. One such initiative is currently being implemented by the Building Youth Employability Through Skills (BYETS) project of Swisscontact, in collaboration with the Centre for the Rehabilitation of the Paralysed (CRP).

1w ago

5 types of people you should keep in your professional network

No matter what step you are in your career, networking can make or break your professional success. But, who should you prioritise on your list?

1w ago

Honor 200: A stylish all-rounder

Despite its recent entry, Honor seems eager to make a statement with the Honor 200, which promises to be a high-end device with near-flagship qualities. Let's take a closer look.

1w ago

Bangladeshi Stanford graduate’s AI startup receives $750K funding

Story Engine Inc., an AI startup co-founded by Bangladeshi Stanford graduate Sheikh Srijon, has received $750,000 in pre-seed funding from the reputed venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (A16Z). The startup, founded by Sheikh Srijon, Zhizhuo Zhou, and Wanrong He, aims to revolutionise the realm of webtoon and anime creation through generative AI technology.

3w ago

How to conduct a 'career audit' for yourself

Just as companies conduct annual performance reviews to assess employee performance, you could do a "career audit" for yourself as well. This should help you reflect on your professional accomplishments so far, and help you decide whether or not you are satisfied in your current role.

3w ago

Smart ways to explain your employment gap

To ensure the next time you aren't stuck when asked questions about unexplained time-offs in your resume, here are some smart ways to explain your employment gap to a potential employer.

1m ago

Striking the balance between living alone and a full-time career

If you want to maintain consistently satisfactory job performance and aim for promotions, you need to strike a difficult, but not impossible, balance when living on your own. Here are some simple ways you can do so.

1m ago

The art of embracing feedback for self-improvement

In today's fast-paced competitive workplace, a small positive comment like "Good job" from your employer can go a long way. Inversely, a negative comment can leave you feeling deflated - and repeated instances can even lead to burnout and wanting to quit. However, when approached with the right mindset, both types of feedback can significantly contribute to professional development.

1m ago
May 6, 2022
May 6, 2022

Streaming into the future

Like most 90s kids, I grew up with TV, movies and video games. I remember being filled with wonder the first time I saw a video game being streamed, like a movie on the TV screen.

April 22, 2022
April 22, 2022

Pixels of green, red, sweat and tears

The wide world of the web can be a wonderful place. Check out this week’s Cover Story on the massive collaborative art project hosted by the subreddit r/place, and how fellow Bangladeshis battled for our spot on the internet’s most colourful canvas.

March 25, 2022
March 25, 2022

Planning ahead

Life goals can be confusing. While some prefer sticking to a steady job, others may want to explore new financial ventures.

March 18, 2022
March 18, 2022

Taking it to the next gear

From winning pro racing competitions to engineering world-class vehicles in international events, Bangladesh has recently made amazing strides in the world of automobiles.

March 4, 2022
March 4, 2022

Inevitable changes

As we steadily move back to physical workplaces, many of us feel inclined to keep working from home, while others feel we should go back to the old norm.

February 11, 2022
February 11, 2022

Putting out the fire

It seems we have been going on a rant about the hustle culture lately. Sure, work is what keeps us financially stable, but do the detrimental effects of overwork outweigh the benefits?

February 4, 2022
February 4, 2022

Ain’t no rest for the overworked

We live in a hustle culture. The daily grind takes precedence over almost everything else in our lives, be it family, friends, food or fun.

January 28, 2022
January 28, 2022

Mind over matter

Ever seen those post-apocalyptic sci-fi movies where the collective consciousness of the human race is under the control of

January 28, 2022
January 28, 2022

Peering into your mind

The Brain Computer Interface (BCI) Research Lab in United-International University (UIU) is the first laboratory in Bangladesh

January 21, 2022
January 21, 2022

Man’s new best friend

Long gone are the days of carrier pigeons, telegraphs and faxes.