From Calculator Kid to MERN Stack Master: My Coding Journey

Intro

My name’s Maher, and building software isn’t just my job, it’s my passion. As a full-stack engineer with over 4 years of experience, I love wielding the power of code to create web and mobile applications using MERN, Next.js, and Expo. My journey started young, fueled by curiosity and a little bit of entrepreneurial spirit. Let me take you back to where it all began.

The Spark of Innovation

Computers were a constant presence in my childhood thanks to my programmer father. While gaming was my first love (think classics like Claw and Red Alert!), I also explored the world of Microsoft Office, email, and the wild frontier of the internet. This early exposure ignited a fascination with technology and laid the foundation for my future pursuits.

My First “Business” Venture

School life offered its own unique learning experiences. In 5th grade, faced with an upcoming science exam, I saw an opportunity. Instead of buying our teacher’s handwritten notes, I used my newfound Microsoft Word skills to compile the science experiments myself. My…