Introduction
Abdullah Dol is a Turkish youth making significant strides in the field of cybersecurity and entrepreneurship. At the age of 20, Abdullah stands out with his innovative project “Hacker’s Game.” With the support he received from Bina Business Incubator, he further developed the project and achieved significant success during this period.
Early Steps and Sources of Inspiration
Abdullah’s interest in cybersecurity began with the hacker movies he watched in his childhood and his dream of being a secret hero. During the pandemic, he transformed this passion into knowledge through online courses. Under the guidance of his father, he joined BTK Academy and the government project for one million employment opportunities, where he received basic training in cybersecurity. He developed himself by interacting with people through online platforms like LinkedIn.
The Birth of “Hacker’s Game”
Abdullah developed “Hacker’s Game” to make cybersecurity education more enjoyable and accessible. Inspired by language-learning applications like Duolingo, he aimed to teach cybersecurity through gamification. In this project, players learn by facing cybersecurity threats in virtual environments. This helps develop technical skills and allows users to learn in an enjoyable way.
Team and Collaboration
Teamwork played a significant role in the success of the project. Abdullah works with his high school friends, Muhammed and Ahmed. Muhammed serves as the designer in the project, while Ahmed takes on the role of the programmer. The three work closely together to advance the project. Abdullah emphasizes that this teamwork has been a key factor in the project’s success.
Challenges and Achievements
The project faced several challenges during its development phase, including finding an office and securing financial support. However, they overcame these challenges by participating in entrepreneurship competitions and achieving success in them. Notably, they placed in the top 10 out of 653 projects in a high school project competition in Istanbul, which bolstered their confidence in the project and provided significant motivation.
Bina Business Incubator and Project Development
Bina Business Incubator was a turning point for Abdullah and his team. Through the training and mentorship they received there, they managed to run the project professionally. During his time at Bina, Abdullah gained important knowledge in the field of cybersecurity and became more proficient in this area. The support provided by the incubator helped them reach a wider audience.
Future Plans and Advice
Abdullah Dol and his team aim to turn “Hacker’s Game” into a global game studio. They continue to work on expanding their success in Turkey to the international arena. Abdullah advises young entrepreneurs and those interested in building a career in cybersecurity: “Don’t give up, don’t make excuses, and always research. Develop yourselves in the field you’re interested in and take advantage of opportunities.”
Conclusion
Abdullah Dol’s “Hacker’s Game” project is an excellent example of how a young entrepreneur can achieve great success through determination and perseverance. With the support he received from Bina Business Incubator, Abdullah and his team have taken the project further and aim to achieve even greater successes in the future. This story serves as an inspiring success story for young entrepreneurs.
In conclusion, the success of Abdullah Dol’s “Hacker’s Game” project would not have been possible without the significant support from several key institutions. Bina Business Incubator, in partnership with SPARK, provided the training and mentorship that guided the team in the right direction. The Islamic Development Bank and the Qatar Fund for Development provided essential funding, which facilitated the project’s development and helped it reach advanced stages. Lastly, Qatar Charity contributed necessary resources, enabling the project to achieve its current successes and opening new horizons for a brighter future.