Tarek Khalil, a polyglot programmer and co-founder of Octopods, has a strong focus on providing value and solving customer problems through minimal, simple products. With a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering from the Asia Pacific University College of Technology and Innovation, as well as a Diploma in Computer Engineering from the National University of Science and Technology, he has a solid educational background to complement his experience in the industry. Khalil has worked in senior and product engineering positions at various companies, including Civilized Discourse Construction Kit, Inc., Intercom, First Screen, Touch Dream Labs LLC, MES Innovation SDN. BHD, and Smart Surface SDN. BHD. He is continuously curious about new ways to use the internet to help businesses communicate with the world, emphasizing how software can create value, solve existing problems, and leave an impact on people's lives.