Dome Academy

Dome Academy is a community-driven learning platform that offers various tech courses fostering collaboration between learners and allowing them to showcase their skills and achievements to enhance career prospects.

Dome Academy is a community-driven tech learning platform offering accessible courses, mentorship, and networking opportunities to develop skills and foster problem-solving.

The Problem

Traditional learning platforms often focus on theory without enough practical application. Developers need a space where they can learn by doing, collaborate with others, and build a portfolio of real projects.

The Solution

Dome Academy bridges this gap by offering:

• Project-based courses that result in portfolio-worthy applications
• Community support and mentorship
• Professional development resources for career advancement
• Practical exercises that mirror real-world scenarios

Areas we cover

• Software engineering
• Graphic design
• Product design
• Data Science
• 3D Animation
• Technical Writing
• Cloud
• Game development
• Augmented reality
• Blockchain
• Internet of things
• Sustainable tech

Technologies Used

The platform is built using a modern tech stack:

• Next.js: For building a responsive and interactive front-end with server-side rendering capabilities
• Supabase: For authentication, real-time subscriptions, and database access
• FastAPI: For building high-performance API endpoints to support the application
• PostgreSQL: For robust and scalable database management
• AWS: For cloud infrastructure, deployment, and hosting

Lessons Learned

Building Dome Academy has taught me valuable lessons about creating educational platforms that genuinely help developers grow:

1. Community is just as important as content
2. Practical application beats theory-only learning
3. Feedback loops accelerate skill development
4. Creating an inclusive environment benefits everyone

Visit Dome Academy

You can check out Dome Academy at domeinitiative.com.