I do have an exciting story to share

I worked at NVIDIA as a device driver programmer for 2 years and then joined evolving data industry.

I worked for the world’s biggest financial data and analytics company Bloomberg (New York) for 12 years.

Working with so many smart people on complex data projects gave me in-depth insights into how data-informed decision-making can transform any business.

I mainly used Python, C++, UNIX, Various Data Analytics and ML tools to solve state-of-the-art problems.

I never thought I would go into teaching as I was earning BIG MONEY working in Bloomberg’s Princeton, USA office and my career was on a rapid rise!

While I was living a lavish life in the USA enjoying my career progress, life threw a curve ball at me. I was diagnosed with an incurable autoimmune disease called ulcerative colitis.

It took a huge toll on me and a few years down the road I was reduced to a walking skeleton weighing 108 lb at 5 ft 10-inch height. During the days of depression, I thought that I should do something to engage my brain in some selfless activity. I started teaching Python on YouTube with the hope that it will serve as a therapy for my mental health.

A few months down the road, I started receiving amazing comments on my teaching style and how easily I can explain the most complex topic. This was my “Aha” moment! I realized the universe was guiding me to find my true calling (or IKIGAI). My YouTube channel (Codebasics) has exploded since then! In 2022, I was able to leave my high-paying job at Bloomberg to pursue teaching full-time.