Anya Hargil, a senior at Princeton University majoring in Computer Science, has gained significant experience and growth through her internship at MongoDB, where she works on the Data Warehouse team. Her journey into computer science began reluctantly in high school but quickly turned into a passion, leading her to engage in numerous related activities and eventually pursue it as her major. During her internship, Anya appreciates the autonomy and responsibility she has been given, which contrasts with her experiences at larger companies where development processes were more rigid. Her mentor at MongoDB has played a pivotal role in her development by providing guidance while allowing her the freedom to make decisions, embodying the company's growth-oriented and flexible culture. Meanwhile, MongoDB is undergoing a leadership transition, with Dev Ittycheria announcing his retirement as CEO, and Chirantan “CJ” Desai set to lead the company starting November 2025. Dev emphasized the importance of this transition as part of the company's evolution, expressing confidence in CJ's ability to guide MongoDB through its next phase of growth, leveraging his extensive experience in scaling companies like ServiceNow and Cloudflare. Dev remains committed to the company's future, retaining his stock and staying on the Board, while looking forward to personal time and new experiences after an intense tenure.