Summary
Andry Chowanda is an academic leader and computer scientist with 13 years of experience, currently heading the Computer Science Department at Bina Nusantara University and serving as an NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute certified instructor. He holds a PhD from the University of Nottingham where his research focused on agent architectures that perceive environments, form social bonds with users, and adapt behavior over time, bridging AI research with practical game design and gamification. At BINUS he has combined curriculum leadership, ISO-based quality management, and hands-on teaching in game design, interactive multimedia, and applied ML, while supporting national skills competitions and industry partnerships. His background in both technical development and academic administration—paired with a management master's—means he navigates research, pedagogy, and collaboration with equal fluency. An understated strength is his track record of translating complex dialogue and virtual human research into classroom-ready modules and industry-facing training.
13 years of coding experience
2 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Computer Science, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Computer Science at University of Nottingham
Profesi Insinyur (Ir.), Computer Science, Profesi Insinyur (Ir.), Computer Science at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM)
Magister Manajemen (MM), Business Management, Magister Manajemen (MM), Business Management at BINUS Business School
Sarjana Komputer (S.Kom.), Computer Science, Sarjana Komputer (S.Kom.), Computer Science at Universitas Bina Nusantara
Indonesian, English, Chinese