“For a Data Analyst, Critical Thinking Is the Sharpest Tool”

A Story of Kevin Adrian Halim, Bangkit 2022 Graduate from Business Mathematics, Universitas Prasetiya Mulia When Kevin Adrian Halim (24) first heard about Bangkit, he didn’t know it would become the launchpad for a fast-moving career in Indonesia’s top tech startups. What began as a casual recommendation from campus friends soon sparked a more profound curiosity that would steer him into machine learning, data science, and eventually, roles at Traveloka and GoTo. At the heart of Kevin’s journey was a simple but powerful driver: his fascination with data and how it could be used to solve real problems. However, Kevin’s success didn’t come from technical skills alone. As someone who grew up across different cities and was raised by supportive parents, he carried the values of persistence and putting others first, which shaped how he learned, worked, and grew. This blend of grit, empathy, and sharp critical thinking—refined through Bangkit—helped Kevin transform from a curious student int...