This is truly the Google of Malaysia, I told myself.
I am a first year Physics major from University College London (UCL). Having no formal education in computer science, I had only the very basic knowledge about programming. The company however, gave me an opportunity to challenge myself. Making use of the logical approach and problem solving skills obtained within my syllabus, I was able to apply it to the field of computer science.
Within the two months I had in this company, I have secured a great deal of knowledge for my programming arsenal. Guided by programming expert, Yap, and the technical head, Teow, I was exposed to the entire spectrum of web-development, from front-end fundamentals of HTML, CSS, and Javascript, to the back-end logic of databases. Outside of programming, I was also given the chance to sit in on project tenders, business deals, and internal development meetings.
The best part about interning at XIMNET is that the work I do actually impacts the company. Modules that I’ve coded are implemented into their system, and used by their end-users. This form of responsibility gave me a rewarding sense of being a part of something much greater than myself.