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A Story of Nabiilah Nuur Ainii, Bangkit 2021 Graduate from Informatics, Universitas Islam Indonesia Nabiilah Nuur Ainii (25) never imagined that a conversation with her father would change the course of her future. Growing up in Bandung, she had always enjoyed mathematics but lacked a clear vision of what she wanted to pursue professionally. It wasn’t until her father, a programmer, shared his insights on the growing demand for tech professionals that she began considering a career in technology. Little did she know that this decision would lead her to Bangkit, a program that would become a turning point in her life. Through Bangkit, Nabiilah discovered her passion for Machine Learning, a field she had never explored at university. What started as a curiosity quickly turned into a full-fledged career path, equipping her with the technical skills, industry connections, and confidence to secure a role as a Data Scientist at PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI). However, her journey didn’t stop ...

A Story of Thingkilia Finnatia Husin, Bangkit 2021 Graduate from Computer Science, Universitas Multi Data Palembang “Perseverance is the foundation of success” is a core value that Thingkilia Finnatia Husin (25) firmly upholds. The girl from Palembang, Southern Sumatra, was raised in a household with that guiding principle. Thingkilia is the third of four siblings. Her father is a dedicated entrepreneur in the local delicacy business, and her mother is a housewife. They instill in her a deep-rooted belief: "Effort always precedes results, and results are merely rewards for the labor put forth." This philosophy guided Thingkilia throughout her formative years, pushing her to excel academically and participate in numerous competitions. Her dedication to learning was evident, as she consistently ranked among the top students in her school. Discovering a Passion for Tech Early From an early age, Thingkilia contemplated her future, knowing that her passion lay in Mathematics and S...

A Story of Dzarr Al-Ghifari, Bangkit 2022 Graduate from Information Systems, Universitas Gunadarma Dzarr Al-Ghifari (25) is a young man born and raised in Kabupaten Bogor. Both of his parents are retired private sector employees. As the second of two siblings, Dzarr was raised believing that every action today lays the foundation for the future. Little did he know that his childhood curiosity would unexpectedly shape his career path. How was Dzarr's journey paving the way for his future career? Let’s read the whole story! Attended Social Sciences in High School Didn’t Stop Dzarr from Pursuing Tech Degree Dzarr’s fascination with computers started early. At home, an old Pentium computer became his playground. Initially, like many kids his age, he used it for gaming. However, playing games alone no longer satisfied his curiosity as time passed. His relentless exploration led him to stumble upon lines of code—complex and mysterious—but he felt intrigued instead of intimidated. Without...

The Story of Catatmak, a Bangkit 2023 Batch 2 Incubation Team Starting their journey from the Bangkit 2023 Batch 2 capstone project, Catatmak is making waves as a groundbreaking financial recording application from Banyumas, Central Java. This innovative platform is the brainchild of three Bangkit alums: Rayhan Rafiud Darojat (CEO), Muhammad Rifki (CTO), and Ni Putu Suci Paramita (Cloud Engineer). From a final project that significantly impacted their Bangkit graduation requirements, Catatmak has grown into a promising startup that redefines personal and business finance management. Catatmak Was Born From Rayhan’s Mother’s Nagging Rayhan, a graduate of STMIK Widya Utama, found inspiration for Catatmak in his struggles with managing money. Reflecting on his high school years, Rayhan often ran out of allowance too quickly, much to his mother's frustration, whom he lovingly calls “emak.” Despite her constant reminders, Rayhan struggled to adopt proper financial habits. This challenge ...

A Story of Saepulloh, Bangkit 2023 Batch 2 Graduate from Computer Engineering, Politeknik Pertanian Negeri Payakumbuh Everyone has dreams, but the path to success is rarely straightforward. Saepulloh (24) understands this well. Since he dreamed about becoming a tech talent, Saif—that’s what he’s called—knew that his path would be filled with ups and downs. The economic difficulty was his reason. However, Saif refused to give up. He knew his path to his dream would be challenging, but it was worth fighting for. Therefore, despite his limited resources, Saif was determined to succeed in Bangkit. Finally, he graduated and kicked off his career as an intern. Are you curious about Saif’s journey in Bangkit? Let’s read his full story! Living with His Farmer Elder Siblings Saif was raised in Bukittinggi, West Sumatera, the youngest of three. His father passed away when he was nine years old, leaving his mother to be the family’s breadwinner by selling fritters (gorengan). However, since child...

A Story of Muhammad Razan Fawwaz, Bangkit 2023 Batch 1 Graduate from Informatics, Universitas Syiah Kuala That Saturday afternoon, the clouds hung heavy, just as gloomy as Muhammad Razan Fawwaz (22) felt. He had just parted ways with someone dear to him and struggled to cope with the loss. Determined to express his feelings, Razan yearned to convey his final thoughts in a heartfelt message attached to a song. To give voice to his emotions, Razan started coding a website called “Send the Song.” This platform would allow him to share song links and personalized messages with specific individuals. Instead of sending the link to the intended recipient, Razan changed his mind. He decided to publish Send the Song and share it on TikTok. Within hours, “Send the Song” went viral, becoming a platform for people to share their feelings through songs and messages. Surprisingly, it even gained popularity among users from the Philippines. Razan never expected his simple project to attract so many p...