Theory to Trade (T2T) by TRACE

Employable is good. Irreplaceable is better. That’s the gap we close.

Knowledge is the starting point. Industry looks for readiness. T2T equips you with real‑world skills, a professional mindset, and project experience to stand out from day one.

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300+Students
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Theory to Trade (T2T) by TRACE

T2T bridges the gap between what you learn in class and what the industry expects. Through hands‑on projects, guided internships, and industry‑focused training, T2T helps undergraduates and recent graduates become industry‑ready. With mentor support, you go beyond textbooks and build the practical skills and confidence needed to thrive.

Your launchpad to industry

Build a complete skill set for today's tech‑driven workplace: career readiness, real‑world tech exposure, and the soft skills and mindset employers expect. Whether you start with the flagship CRISP program or launch your film career through IFAP, every path is designed to help you grow where it matters most.

Is T2T for you?

If you’re a final‑year student or fresh graduate in IT or a related field, a self‑taught coder with limited real‑world experience, or already working but unsure whether your skills match industry expectations, then T2T is built for you.

Students & graduates

Turn theory into proven capability with real projects and guided internships.

Self‑taught developers

Structure your skills, fill gaps, and practice in team environments.

Early‑career professionals

Benchmark against industry expectations and level up with targeted training.

Industry values industry‑ready skills: clear communication, real‑world problem‑solving, and working in agile teams. T2T helps bridge the gap and turn potential into job‑ready capability.

T2T Programs

Choose a path. Gain practice. Build credibility.

CRISP program

CRISP

Career Readiness and Industry Skills Program

You’ve learned the theory. Now prove value in the real world with projects, tools, and practices the industry demands.

IFAP Program

IFAP

International Filmmaker Accelerator Program

Launchpad for Sri Lankan filmmakers. Take your films global with workshops, mentorship, development labs, and live pitch forums.

CRISP - Career Readiness and Industry Skills Program

Still searching for a first job or internship? Feeling unprepared? CRISP is a structured path to rebuild from the basics and practice the exact skills, tools, and workflows employers expect. Work on real projects guided by industry experts and graduate with confidence.

CRISP Foundation

Not sure where to start an IT career? Build confidence, gain essential skills, and be ready for the next opportunity.

CRISP Practitioner

Completed Foundation? Work on industry projects, collaborate with real clients, and level up with mentor guidance.

Join Our Programs

Ready to start your journey? Join as a student or support as a mentor.

Trained with us. Hired by the best.

See how alumni turned potential into paychecks.

"During the middle of my academic journey, I discovered the T2T program. I applied with curiosity and it became one of the best decisions I made. Under professionals, I gained experience and learned how to establish myself. Thanks to T2T, I joined HNB Assurance PLC as an IT Technician."
P. K. U. Devaki
P. K. U. Devaki
T2T Batch 1
"The T2T training program is one of the best. The team matched internship roles to our strengths, gave hands‑on technologies, and we followed Agile Scrum to stay organized and deliver. Thank you to the whole T2T team for the opportunity."
Sivalingam Lakshanan
Sivalingam Lakshanan
T2T Batch 1
"My training at T2T through TRACE Sri Lanka was eye‑opening. I bridged the gap between academic learning and real‑world software development. I worked on a logbook and reservation system, improved backend and database skills, and learned to collaborate with Git and agile workflows."
Mohamed Shazan
Mohamed Shazan
T2T Batch 1

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