Digital Info Is More Than a Game for This Data Technologist
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Roopak Gupta surely isn’t the only data technologist who credits a fascination with computer games for his life-long interest in computer science, but not all gamers have gone so far as to build their own digital diversions. For Mr. Gupta, VP of data at Krux, it was a handheld Tetris-like parachuting game that propelled him towards learning basic programming language.
“I was so intrigued by the parachuting game that I taught myself the basic programming language in an effort to build the game myself,” he said, reminiscing about his age-13 obsession. The game’s mission was to save people falling from helicopters.
“I think gaming in general helped me focus, concentrate and get excited about computer science. I knew the best way to achieve this at that time was to study hard and pursue a career in the sciences,” added Mr. Gupta. “The academic system in India required students in high school to pick between Commerce, Arts and Science and for me the choice was obvious.”
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