Ever since I graduated from my computer engineering degree in  Australia and came back to my hometown, Kota Kinabalu, I've been asked this question many, many times.

Most people assumed I would look for a job elsewhere. After all, there are only a handful of software companies here and opportunities are very limited.

But for the past 13 years, I've chosen to stay back in this beautiful city, despite getting offers and options to further my career elsewhere.