Introductory Call

with Alex Sverdelov

An introductory call is a simple way to get to know a mentor before committing to ongoing mentorship. This session gives you the chance to ask questions, talk through your … Read more

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Alex Sverdelov

Staff Engineer at Solaris

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About this session

An introductory call is a simple way to get to know a mentor before committing to ongoing mentorship. This session gives you the chance to ask questions, talk through your goals, and see whether the mentor’s background, communication style, and approach feel like the right fit for you. It is a low-pressure starting point designed to help you make a more confident decision.

You can use the call to share what you are working on, what kind of support you are looking for, and where you feel stuck right now. It is also a chance to understand how the mentor typically works with mentees, what kind of guidance they can offer, and whether there is a strong mutual fit. The goal is to leave the conversation with more clarity on your next step and whether you want to continue working together.

Your mentor

Hey there!

Before you book an introductory session, here’s a quick overview of my background and how I can support your growth:

Experience & Background:

I’m a backend and cloud engineer with 15+ years of experience building scalable systems and leading engineering teams. At Amazon, I’ve worked across AWS and the smart home space, driving architecture, mentoring engineers, and shipping high-impact services on serverless AWS infrastructure. My expertise spans distributed systems, API design (Smithy/OpenAPI/GraphQL), automation via codegen pipelines, and developer productivity tooling. I’ve also worked extensively with Scala, Java, Kotlin, Rust, and Terraform.

How I Can Help:

I’ve coached engineers toward senior roles, improved engineering velocity through better architecture and tooling, and led hiring loops. Whether you’re aiming to level up technically, break into a top-tier company, or just want strategic guidance on your career path, I can help with personalized prep, system design deep dives, or career growth planning.

Availability:

I usually run sessions on weekday evenings or weekends (CET), but I’m happy to adjust based on your schedule and time zone.

Frequently asked questions

What exactly is a session?

A session is a focused one-on-one call with your mentor. Use it to get feedback, work through a specific problem, review your work, or get unstuck. You reserve up to 15 min of their time.

How do I pick a time?

After checkout you pick a slot from Alex's live availability, and it's confirmed on the spot.

How does the session take place?

Sessions happen over video call. Your mentor shares the meeting link ahead of time, so all you need is a quiet spot and a stable connection.

Can I reschedule?

Yes, up to 24 hours before the session. Message your mentor and find a new time that works for both of you.

What if my mentor doesn't show up?

You're protected. If a mentor is a no-show, it takes one click to cancel and get your money back, no questions asked.

How do refunds work?

You pay securely by card at checkout. If the session can't go ahead, you can cancel and get your money back instantly from your dashboard.

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