Ian Cheung

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About Ian Cheung

Ian Cheung is a passionate website developer and Discord bot programmer. It was actually the onset of the pandemic and the shift to online schooling that prompted his interest in coding. Having his routine disrupted, Ian felt compelled to learn something new, particularly with the abundance of free time available due to online schooling. Thus, he began dedicating his evenings and weekends to constructing (very poorly made) websites. Having had exposure to coding at primary school such as Scratch and Micro:bit since a young age, he had actually never considered it to be something he would greatly pursue, but instead something on the side as a hobby. However, the aspects of being a developer became more intriguing over time, most notably the ability to create a product he or someone could use. Every day, Ian wake up thirsty and passionate to accelerate my understanding of this constantly evolving field that is hugely satisfying to comprehend. Mastering computer programming allows him to think independently, solve problems and be resilient when facing seemingly impossible challenges. Ian is also very eager to explore more about development outside of class to accelerate his learning and improve his abilities. Currently being a self-motivated high school student, Ian is enthusiastic about the potential of technology in the foreseeable future. With a solid foundation in computer programming, as well as strong organization and leadership skills, Ian is also dedicated to expanding his experience regarding programming. He also enjoys working as a tutor to young kids about coding and robotics in the community. Additionally, Ian has had abundant customer service and technical support experiences managing massive online communities, one with over members, thanks to his exceptional leadership quality. Ian is always equipped to handle a variety of issues and inquiries from different, ranging from basic troubleshooting to more complex technical issues. This has taught him how to communicate clearly and effectively with users of all levels of technical expertise, as well as how to de-escalate potentially difficult situations. Ian also plays a key role in developing marketing and advertising strategies for maintaining an engaging community atmosphere, as well as for fostering a positive and inclusive community culture.