I completed my Master’s in computer science through Georgia Institute of Technology.   It took 3.5 years, and hundreds of hours each semester.   Normally I would take 2 classes per term.   Saying it was hard would be an understatement.   The hardest part are hours lost studying and away from my family.    It was like having a second full-time job.   I feel honored to be part of the 5th graduating class.   I’ve met some great people along the way.   Whether it was my first group in CS6310, only 3 of the original 5 made it thru that class.   The other group from CS8803 Cyber-Physical Design and Analysis who happened to be in the on-campus class.  I had the privilege to meet in person when I opened a retail store in Atlanta.   There were groups in other classes too.   The work taking a class two times to graduate.   

 I know the program is not meant to be easy, as the brainchild of and Dr. Zyi who will retire later this year.  He and faculty created something special, and the unbelievable amount work of my fellow students spent as TA’s.   I hope this program continues to educate the masses and continues to grow and develop.   I know it has made a positive impact on my life and hopefully, with time I’ll find ways to give back to the program.