I graduated with a degree in Information Technology, but like many people, survival came first after graduation. Before fully entering tech, I worked as an intern in a government accounting department and later continued there as a casual employee for almost a year. That experience exposed me to how public offices actually function — the paperwork, approvals, delays, and operational realities behind government processes. After that, I worked in customer service, where I spent years interacting with people directly and learning how important clear systems and communication are in solving everyday problems. Programming eventually became the path I kept returning to. Over the last 6 years, I slowly transitioned deeper into software engineering through self-study, real-world projects, and continuous learning. Looking back, those experiences shaped how I build software today. I'm drawn toward systems that are practical, human-centered, and useful in the real world — especially for communities, cooperatives, and local institutions.