Meet Alex, a passionate music enthusiast and aspiring audio engineer who often finds inspiration in the synergy of art and technology. Raised in a household filled with music from every genre, Alex developed a keen ear for sound quality. Now a first-year student in the Engineering program at the University of Waterloo, they dream of creating high-fidelity audio equipment. Their comment reflects a blend of enthusiasm and engineering curiosity, as they eagerly anticipate projects that will allow them to explore sound design at the intersection of creativity and innovation.