In brief
A seven-year-old coding enthusiast from Russia impresses an IT firm with his programming videos and receives an early job offer.
In an unusual and inspiring story, a seven-year-old boy named Sergey from St. Petersburg has caught the attention of a Russian software company, Pro32, which has issued a formal job offer for him to become their head of corporate training once he turns 14. Sergey, who started showcasing his coding skills at the tender age of five, has amassed a notable following on his YouTube channel, where he provides tutorials on various programming languages including Python and Unity.Despite Russian labor laws prohibiting paid employment under the age of 14, Pro32's CEO Igor Mandik expressed excitement about potentially collaborating with Sergey and his family before he reaches the legal working age. Mandik praised Sergey’s natural aptitude for coding and teaching, likening him to a "Mozart" in the field of programming. With over 3,500 subscribers on his channel, Sergey has captured the interest of both coding enthusiasts and professionals eager to learn more about neural networks, a key component of modern AI. Mandik envisions that many employees across different sectors at Pro32 could benefit from Sergey’s knowledge when the time comes for him to step into his role. While no details about salary or compensation have been finalized, Mandik looks forward to discussing it when Sergey is of age to officially join the company. For now, both Sergey and Pro32 are eagerly anticipating the years to come, as the young prodigy continues to hone his exceptional skills.
