“I found programming difficult – and that’s what pulled me into IT”
What made you choose an IT education?
I’ve always been into solving problems, so I originally thought I’d go down a more traditional engineering path. At the same time, I’ve always liked computers—I grew up gaming a lot—so it wasn’t completely out of the blue.
I actually started in Energy Technology at the University of Southern Denmark. That’s where I had my first real programming course—and honestly, I found it pretty difficult.
But instead of pushing me away, it did the opposite. It made me curious. I wanted to understand it better, and that’s what ended up steering me toward IT.
I later switched and completed a Professional Bachelor’s degree in Software Technology at DTU.
What do you work with today, and why does it feel meaningful to you?
Today I work as a software engineer, mainly focusing on frontend development.
A big part of my job is making data easier to understand and use. I build interfaces and user experiences where complex information becomes simple and intuitive.
I work closely with backend developers as well, especially around things like tracking how users interact with our solutions and improving the overall experience.
What I find meaningful is that I help turn complexity into something people can actually use. It helps both our customers and ourselves make better decisions. At the end of the day, it’s about solving real problems—and that’s what I enjoy.
What would you say to someone considering an IT education but feeling unsure?
Don’t get stuck thinking there’s a specific “type” of person who works in IT. There really isn’t.
I had that idea myself before I started, but it quickly disappeared. People in IT are very different. A lot of them are into sports, for example—I even got into combat sports through people I met along the way.
Also, the studies aren’t as intimidating as they might seem. In my experience, the beginning is quite approachable—you’re not expected to know everything from day one.
And the community is a big part of it. People help each other out, and I built friendships that I still have today.
So honestly—if you’re even a little curious, give it a shot. You don’t need to have it all figured out beforehand.
