Meet Alex Chen, a pragmatic computer science student at the University of Waterloo. Hailing from a modest suburban background, Alex learned the value of hard work early on while helping support their family through part-time jobs. While many of their peers are enamored with the idea of becoming the next tech titan, Alex pursues a balanced life that prioritizes family time and financial stability. They believe in the importance of seeing work as a means to enjoy life rather than a relentless grind for prestige, often advocating for the many paths toward success beyond the startup craze. Alex finds fulfillment in coding for a reliable tech company and dreams of traveling the world with their loved ones rather than chasing headlines.