Meet Alex, a 28-year-old tech enthusiast who initially studied Fine Arts but soon discovered a passion for programming through a campus hackathon. After completing a successful stint in digital media marketing, Alex decided to pivot careers and pursue a Master's degree in Computer Science at the University of Waterloo. Having navigated the application process themselves, Alex now enjoys sharing advice with others looking to make similar transitions into the tech world. They love helping fellow students understand the nuances of research-based versus course-based programs, believing that diverse academic backgrounds can enrich the tech field.