Q1: What’s one skill or experience you gained through APIE that you wouldn’t have learned elsewhere?

APIE offered us a truly unique experience. In the APIE Camp and APIE Course, we had hands-on labs covering the entire OSI model — from the physical layer all the way up to the application layer.

On the very first day, we had to create our own UTP cables, connect them to networking devices, configure those devices, and build our own network. Then we used that network to host an application and make it accessible to the public. It was a complete, end-to-end experience that you don’t usually find elsewhere. Most training programs only focus on one specific area — either networking or application development — but APIE gave us a much more robust and integrated learning experience.

Q2: How do you see yourself applying what you learned in APIE in your future career?

Before joining the APIE Course and Camp, I wasn’t very interested in open-source software or networking. But being part of the camp at ITB sparked my curiosity.

After returning home, I set up my own home lab, where I started exploring open-source tools and operating systems like Linux. I now host applications for personal use and continue experimenting with new technologies. APIE really inspired me to pursue a future in system administration and network engineering. It was a turning point for me.

Q3: If you could describe APIE in one word or phrase, what would it be and why?

“Connecting.”
APIE taught me not just how to connect devices to the internet, but how to connect with people — peers from different countries, cultures, and backgrounds. Despite those differences, we all shared the same passion for internet engineering. The program helped me grow not only in technical skills, but also in soft skills and international connections — with peers from Indonesia, Nepal, Bangladesh, and more.