faheemkamel

A Year 4 Computer Science undergraduate at Singapore Management University, majoring in Cybersecurity.

My coding journey began in Junior College, when I chose Computing as one of my A-Level subjects. My programming journey wasn't exactly smooth sailing. The first 1.5 years were challenging. I struggled significantly, failing most of my tests and exams and receiving below-average grades for my assignments. It was especially discouraging (and humiliating) to see all my friends succeed in areas I thought I could never. Fun Fact: I actually almost repeated my JC Year 1 because of this subject.

Instead of giving up, I changed my approach. I dedicated 3 hours everyday to rebuild my understanding of concepts in a way that worked for me. That shift made all the difference. By the time I sat for my A-Levels, I achieved a 5-grade improvement, an experience that transformed not just my results, but confidence in myself.

The mindset of adapting and learning differently is what contributes to drive me today. It has allowed me to grow beyond the classroom. I'm now building websites, softwares, applications (sometimes just for fun), and real-world solutions, which was something I never thought I could accomplish at the start of my journey.