My Journey
I graduated in 2020 with a degree in Computer Engineering. Since childhood I have been fascinated by technology and computers. I always wanted to be part of something that could make a difference in society by solving problems with technology. I have always believed that technology can solve almost any challenge if used with the right intent.
During my studies I realized that having good mentors or friends who push you through the difficult and boring topics is extremely important. Unfortunately my college syllabus was not ideal for building strong foundations. Every semester introduced an entirely new programming language. By the time I started getting comfortable with one, the semester ended and we moved to something completely different.
I never had anyone to guide me deeply into data structures, algorithms, or competitive programming. That is one of the reasons I struggled in several technical interviews even after clearing multiple earlier rounds.
Things changed in 2018 when I got my first client project. I worked on two websites for them, which gave me a massive boost in confidence. After that, I joined the same client as an intern and later had the opportunity to work with the Maharashtra Police and the Pune Police Wireless Research Centre. Our team of about eight engineers built a communication system to replace their legacy satellite-based setup. It was my first experience with building a real, secure production system, and it completely changed how I looked at software development.
In September 2020 I started my first full-time role as a Product Associate. At that point, I had planned to move away from pure tech and focus more on product development and research. But on my very first day, I found myself reaching out to the engineering team, asking about their tools, stacks, and challenges. Within two weeks I was discussing technical issues directly with the VP of Engineering. My manager quickly recognized my technical strength and guided me toward tech-driven product work, which became my sweet spot.
Over the next two years I helped design and launch six products. Two of them were internal tools, and four were large-scale client platforms that generated significant revenue every month. I learned how to take an idea from concept to reality, handle customer feedback, and iterate to create real business impact.
I have always been curious and love learning new technologies. I have worked with MongoDB, PostgreSQL, RabbitMQ, Redis, and various AWS services. Before ChatGPT and LLMs became popular, I had built a strong habit of researching and finding solutions through forums, Stack Overflow, and documentation. That habit made me efficient and confident in solving problems quickly and precisely.
If you are looking for someone who focuses only on competitive coding and DSA, I might not be the right fit. But if you want someone who has built real products, understands how technology and product management connect, and can handle the entire software lifecycle from idea to launch, then I would love to talk.
I am from Pune but currently working from Ahmedabad. I prefer being based in Pune in the long term, though I am open to hybrid or remote opportunities, especially in Pune or Bengaluru. If you would like to discuss potential roles or just connect, feel free to reach out through LinkedIn or email. I would be glad to have a chat and explore how we can work together.