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A Story of Rivano Ardiyan Taufiq Kurniawan, Bangkit 2022 Graduate from Informatics, UPN Veteran Yogyakarta The key to success in a career differs for everyone. Some stay true to their dreams with unwavering consistency, while others cultivate a relentless drive for more. Rivano Ardiyan Taufiq Kurniawan (24), however, embraces both values. Rivano's desire to build a career in the tech industry began with his deep curiosity about computers. This curiosity led him to pursue a degree in Informatics at UPN Veteran Yogyakarta, where he later discovered Bangkit, a program initiated by Google and supported by GoTo and Traveloka. Through Bangkit, Rivano grew and eventually built a career in his desired field. How did he achieve his dream? Let's dive into his full story! Rivano’s Journey Started with His Relentless Pursuit of Knowledge Rivano was born in Sragen as the second of two siblings, with his parents working as teachers. Growing up in a family that prioritized education, he was t...

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...