My Journey

I'm passionate about creating beautiful products that empower people.

This is my story — alongside some flicks from my recent trip.

2010

The Early Days of "Designing" (More Like Clicking Random Buttons in Photoshop)

My design journey began in 2010 when, at 14, after my 10th board exams, my father enrolled me in a computer institute during a three-month break. There, I was introduced to design tools like Photoshop, Corel Draw and Adobe PageMaker. quickly found myself engrossed in creating web pages, logos, and posters.

By the age of 16, I had an epiphany – design was my true calling. Driven by this realization, I expanded my skills to include HTML and CSS, laying the foundation for my future in product design.

2015

Bachelor of Arts – The "Let's Figure Out What's Next" Chapter

When I finished 12th grade, I found myself at a fork in the road. I knew I loved design, but there was no 'Bachelor's in UI/UX Design' course at my fingertips, and mentors? I didn't even know such people existed! So, I took the safe route and pursued a Bachelor's degree in Arts.

The decision was more of a stopgap, a way to keep exploring while figuring out what I truly wanted. Though it wasn't directly linked to design, it gave me time to understand my aspirations and, most importantly, develop a strong appreciation for the bigger picture in creativity.

2019

Diploma in Graphic and Web Design – Time to Get Serious!

After graduating, I hit another crossroads. My interest in design was no longer just a hobby – it was now a full-blown obsession. I realized it was time to go pro. So, I took a leap of faith and enrolled in Arena Animation's diploma program for Graphic and Web Design and Development.

This was my official foray into structured design education. It was here that I refined my craft, learning the nitty-gritty of design and development. This wasn't just a course—it was my launchpad.

2020

Masters in Computer Application – Because Why Not Combine Art with Science?

While I was designing away, I had a realization: to stand out in the UI/UX world, I needed to understand the technical side of things, too. So, I jumped into a Master's program in Computer Applications, where I delved into tech wizardry and decoded the science behind design.

This wasn't just about bagging a degree. It was a calculated move to blend my creative skills with technical expertise. By the end of the program, I felt like a UI/UX designer with a superpower—a fusion of art and code.

2021

Internship at Copper Digital – The "Big Break" (And the Coffee Runs)

The pivotal moment came when I joined Copper Digital as a UI/UX intern. I expected to be a spectator, fetching coffee and taking notes, but within 25 days, I found myself working on a live project! Turns out, they trusted me with real-world challenges faster than I could down my first cappuccino.

Over the next 2.5 years, I got to work on more than 15 different products, spanning industries I had only read about in business magazines. My experience at Copper Digital was like a design bootcamp on steroids. I got to:

* Test my theories in the wild.
* Experiment with new design tools (and break a few prototypes).
* Juggle multiple projects, all while becoming a human sponge soaking up industry knowledge.

It was an exhilarating ride that armed me with a portfolio of live, impactful projects and an unshakeable confidence in my abilities.