Back in March 2009, I started this blog as a hobby then I gradually moved it to showcase my skills, get freelance gigs, maybe write some guidebooks, and never in a million years did I think this would become my long-term, full-time job. I bugged my younger sister for help, learned HTML & CSS , […]
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Blogging, Lifehacks
I recently applied for and was accepted to WorldQuant University’s Master of Science in Financial Engineering (MScFE) program! So far I’m enjoying the experience and the online courses fit my lifestyle perfectly. With some of the math heavy courses coming up I have been reflecting on the entrance exam, their Quantitative Proficiency Test. I found
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Accomplishments, Data Science, LifehacksI’ve been working from home for nearly a decade now (possibly many more by the time you read this). For everyone who’s been working remotely for a few years now, the change from an in-office to a remote job wasn’t as unanticipated as the one you might be facing now. Naturally, we had more time to prepare, learn about its challenges and, consequently, not think that remote work is horrible. So whether you’re new to working remotely due to the coronavirus pandemic, or just need a refresher, follow this handy guide for working remotely and learn how to do it like a pro
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Freelancing, Lifehacks, Random Writing, Work Management
Learning to celebrate small accomplishment is a catalyst to attain giant strides and every accomplishment is worthy of gratitude. Thus, Alhumdulillah I’m thankful for another goal achieved in the right direction as I completed the Applied Data Science with Python Specialization from Coursera. It was big learning opportunity for me to learn new skills and
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Accomplishments, LifehacksHey there, fellow final-year warriors! 🎓 If you’re reading this, chances are you’re either knee-deep in your final year project, procrastinating on starting it, or just here for the memes. Either way, welcome! Today, I’m sharing my journey of building a photo-sharing app for my final year project at VU. Spoiler alert: it went from “What
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Accomplishments, LifehacksThe start of a New Year is not just about new beginnings or new habits. It’s also an opportunity to reflect and acknowledge what you want to have less of in your life. Rather than keep adding things to your endless to-do list, it’s important to let some unhealthy habits go in order to make
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Lifehacks, Random Writing