Meet Alex, a first-generation university student from a small town who always found solace in the world of numbers but never imagined coding could lead to a career. Spending countless nights poring over math textbooks, Alex discovered a passion for problem-solving and decided to explore a few coding resources on the side. After nailing a couple of interviews and securing a backend engineering role at a reputable company, Alex remains humble about the achievement, attributing their success to determination and a touch of luck. They hope to inspire others by showing that even without formal coding experience, pathways to lucrative careers are possible.