Ever feel like everyone else in your lecture hall knows exactly what’s going on, and you’re just one "oops" away from being exposed as a fraud? You aren’t alone. In this episode, we tackle the all-too-common Imposter Syndrome that plagues students from freshman year to thesis defense. We break down why high achievers feel this way, the difference between humility and self-sabotage, and practical steps to internalize your successes so you can actually enjoy your academic journey.

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KAKACOMPUTER PODCAST

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This episode is edited by:

Mirshen Mabesa

A forward-looking episode focused on career growth. Bridging the gap between being a "Student Ambassador" or "Hackathon Winner" and getting that first full-time job.

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This episode is edited by:

Beatrice Blando

For those born in 2000 and beyond, the internet was never a discovery — it was the default setting of life. Wi-Fi wasn’t a luxury; it was infrastructure. Childhood meant watching tutorials on YouTube instead of waiting for classroom instruction, building friendships and communities on Discord, consuming trends and ideas through TikTok, and collaborating on schoolwork through Google Docs. Learning became instant, visual, and on-demand. Questions were answered by search bars before teachers. Curiosity was fed by algorithms. And just as Gen Z began entering the workforce, tools like ChatGPT emerged, accelerating how they research, write, code, and think. In this episode, we explore how growing up constantly connected shapes attention spans, ambition, problem-solving styles, career expectations, and leadership potential. Are Gen Z professionals more adaptive and resourceful — or more dependent on digital scaffolding? And what does this mean for the future of IT teams, innovation, and mentorship?

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY:Agora: https://www.agora.io/ KAKACOMPUTER PODCASTYouTube: /KakaComputerSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34U0tp1tNHJyhtmY0tUlm7?si=95ad335749034c44 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/KaKaComputer Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/kakacomputer/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kakacomputer.podcast Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eaff2c7e-b420-473b-b2ab-78c189a6b3c6/kakacomputer-weekly-guide-for-it-insights Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/KaKaComputer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kakacomputer.podcast/ Website: https://kakacomputer.com/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kakacomputer.podcast This episode is edited by:Mirshen Mabesa

Breaking down the winning solution. How did they combine AWS and Agora to solve a problem? We discuss the pressure of the hackathon and the architecture of their win.

A deep dive into what Agora actually is and why "Real-Time Engagement" (RTE) is the backbone of modern apps. We discuss the tech scene in the Philippines and what Agora looks for in developers.

A chat about the soft skills required to lead a tech community. How do ambassadors bridge the gap between a global tech giant and a local university campus?

A conversion with Chris Roeckl, Chief Product Officer at Appdome

Tech work doesn’t always end at log-off—and neither do its stresses. In this episode, we explore why tech couples often experience unique tensions, from long on-call hours and burnout to communication breakdowns and blurred boundaries between work and home. Our guests share honest stories, lessons learned, and practical ways to resolve conflicts while supporting each other’s careers.

From classes, hackathons and stand-ups to Slack DMs and chance conference encounters, tech has a way of bringing people together in unexpected ways. In this episode, guests share their real-life tech meet-cutes—how they met, what drew them together, and how their shared (or very different) careers shaped their relationships. It’s a lighthearted look at love, timing, and connection in the tech world.

Everyone loves startup success stories—until reality hits. This no-nonsense interview breaks down the current startup scene, calling out the hype, the pressure, and the uncomfortable truths founders don’t always talk about.