What is HALA?
HALA is a technology education company that helps students learn programming, web development, AI and digital skills. It publishes free video tutorials, and offers mentoring, workshops and project help. Based in Sammanthurai, Ampara, Sri Lanka, HALA works online so learners anywhere can follow along in plain, beginner-friendly language.
Who are HALA's tutorials for?
HALA's tutorials are for school leavers, university students, self-taught learners and career changers who want practical technology skills. No degree is required. Lessons start from the basics and build toward real projects, so complete beginners can begin today while more experienced learners can jump to intermediate and advanced topics.
Are HALA's video tutorials free?
Yes. Every video in the HALA Resources library is free to watch on YouTube, and you never need an account or login to browse. HALA also offers optional paid services such as private mentoring, workshops and custom software projects, which you can ask about through the contact page.
What topics does HALA teach?
HALA covers programming basics, web development, AI and data, cybersecurity and career guidance. Each topic has its own category in the Resources library, and the learning paths group them from beginner to advanced. New categories are added as the community asks for more subjects and requests.
Where is HALA based and who does it serve?
HALA is based in Sammanthurai, Ampara, Sri Lanka, and serves students and learners across Sri Lanka and worldwide through online video lessons. Local workshops and mentoring sessions are arranged by appointment. You can message the team on WhatsApp or use the contact form to ask about availability.
How do I find videos on a specific topic?
Open the Resources page and use the search box or the category chips to narrow the library. You can also sort by newest, oldest or A to Z. Every category has its own shareable link, such as resources.html?category=web-development, which you can send to friends or classmates.
Do I need an account to watch videos?
No. HALA has no visitor login or signup. Open the Resources page, choose a video, and it plays on YouTube in a new tab. Only the HALA administrator signs in, to manage categories and videos. Your browsing is not tracked with cookies by this website.
Does HALA offer mentoring or workshops?
Yes. HALA offers student mentoring, group workshops and training sessions, as well as career guidance for people planning a move into technology. Sessions can be online or in person by arrangement. Send a message through the contact page or WhatsApp to discuss goals, schedules and pricing.
Can HALA build a website or software for my business?
Yes. Alongside education, HALA takes on web and software solutions and can help students with project work. Share what you need through the contact page, including your goals and timeline, and the team will reply with questions and a suggested plan, usually within two working days.
How can I contact HALA?
You can reach HALA by email, phone, the contact form or WhatsApp. The floating WhatsApp button appears on every page and opens a chat with a prefilled message. The full address, phone number and email are listed on the contact page and in the site footer.
Do I need prior experience to start learning?
No prior experience is needed. HALA's beginner path starts with how computers and code work, then moves to small hands-on exercises. If you feel stuck, revisit an earlier video, ask in the YouTube comments, or contact HALA to discuss mentoring for personal guidance.
How often does HALA add new videos?
HALA adds new videos regularly, and the newest lessons appear first on the Resources page and the home page. To be notified as soon as something is published, subscribe to the HALA YouTube channel or join the WhatsApp updates channel linked in the site footer and call-to-action sections.