Ask HN: What opened your eyes to a subject

A quick example, then a general explanation.

In a recent interview, I came into contact with the analysis of genetics and have found myself fascinated by the data and systems involved. After a single bio 101 class in college, I had a tiny interest, but this turns it into something like a fascination.

I've often hear people talk about so-and-so, or this-and-that being the reason they got into subject x.

What is your story? Particularly the questions below.

- How and what topic(s) did this happen for you?

- Are the resources you can share that might help others similarly?