Alumnus of Aalto University thanks his Alma Mater

I got interviewed by my Alma Mater, the Aalto University, to their alumni stories article series. It was a good time for the interview now after winning the Award. The university, and student time in general, gave so much for me, some essential keys to building a life.

Aalto University published the interview in both Finnish and English.

Looking back to my student years and what thas happened after that, I can see a continuum that started there, found a new place in working life and in volunteer associations, and finally helped children to learn software testing. Everything affects everything, me thinks!

I can thoroughly recommend Aalto University. A great place to go to study, a great place to be alumni.





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