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Asher Chan

NitroDegree in Applied Software Engineering Alumni, Batch 06/2020

"Before Forward, I only imagined working on real-world projects. Here, I lived them—solving problems, collaborating with diverse minds, and building skills I’ll carry into every stage of life."

If you could summarise your student years in three words, what would they be, and why did you choose those words?

I’m deeply motivated by building products that create real impact for others. Knowing that something I design or build can improve someone’s workflow, experience, or even life gives meaning to what I do. That sense of contribution drives me to do better every day.

What led you from our diploma programme to your current role?

I’m deeply motivated by building products that create real impact for others. Knowing that something I design or build can improve someone’s workflow, experience, or even life gives meaning to what I do. That sense of contribution drives me to do better every day.

In your current job, what do you do day‑to‑day?

I’m deeply motivated by building products that create real impact for others. Knowing that something I design or build can improve someone’s workflow, experience, or even life gives meaning to what I do. That sense of contribution drives me to do better every day.

What motivates you in your work?

I’m deeply motivated by building products that create real impact for others. Knowing that something I design or build can improve someone’s workflow, experience, or even life gives meaning to what I do. That sense of contribution drives me to do better every day.

Why did you choose this job or company?

I’m deeply motivated by building products that create real impact for others. Knowing that something I design or build can improve someone’s workflow, experience, or even life gives meaning to what I do. That sense of contribution drives me to do better every day.

Which skills or knowledge from our programme have proven most useful in your job?

I’m deeply motivated by building products that create real impact for others. Knowing that something I design or build can improve someone’s workflow, experience, or even life gives meaning to what I do. That sense of contribution drives me to do better every day.

What have you had to learn or adapt to since starting this job?

I’m deeply motivated by building products that create real impact for others. Knowing that something I design or build can improve someone’s workflow, experience, or even life gives meaning to what I do. That sense of contribution drives me to do better every day.

Where do you see your career headed in the next five to ten years?

I’m deeply motivated by building products that create real impact for others. Knowing that something I design or build can improve someone’s workflow, experience, or even life gives meaning to what I do. That sense of contribution drives me to do better every day.

What advice would you give current students in the programme?

I’m deeply motivated by building products that create real impact for others. Knowing that something I design or build can improve someone’s workflow, experience, or even life gives meaning to what I do. That sense of contribution drives me to do better every day.

What was the most valuable thing you gained from Forward College?

I’m deeply motivated by building products that create real impact for others. Knowing that something I design or build can improve someone’s workflow, experience, or even life gives meaning to what I do. That sense of contribution drives me to do better every day.