Ask HN: Is it possible to do great things in STEM in a not so great country?

5 shivajikobardan 1 8/23/2025, 10:04:54 AM

I am from Nepal. And I really wanted to do some computer science stuffs at depth level. like graphics programming jobs. But is it even possible as someone from Nepal(not a great country) to do something great in the field of Science and Technology? Migrating away is obviously not an option in 2025 and onwards. It feels like dead-end.

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nis0s · 2h ago

I find these guys have a really interesting background, and maybe similar interest to you? Based in Nepal.

https://www.yarsagames.com/

Have you looked at online CS programs, like the Georgia Tech one which is very serious and taught by top faculty. Good luck with whatever you do.

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Ask HN: Is it possible to do great things in STEM in a not so great country?

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