Writing

My First Semester at UC

A Deep Dive into MENG CS and Campus Life

Why Environment Variables Dont Truly Hide Sensitive Data

A detailed exploration of how storing tokens or keys in environment variables does not effectively hide them from end users, demonstrated through the use of Burp Suite.

Modern Tech Stacks Are Killing Your Startup — Heres What We Learned Building With PHP in 2024

A controversial take on why choosing boring technology and monolithic architecture might be the best decision for your startup, backed by real-world data and cost analysis.

Your 2FA Is Broken: Inside the New Wave of Time-Based Token Attacks

An investigation into critical vulnerabilities in common 2FA implementations, with practical solutions and security testing tools for protecting your authentication systems.

The Boring Company Guide to 10x Frontend Performance

A deep dive into how The Boring Companys frontend team achieved dramatic performance improvements through systematic testing and unconventional optimization techniques.

The Untold Story of How Discords API Survived 2024s Biggest Gaming Launch

A deep dive into Discords infrastructure transformation, including their switch to Rust and innovative Redis implementations for handling 12 million concurrent users.

My Time in Esports

A personal journey through competitive gaming, from Counter-Strike tournaments to Valorant achievements.

I Built My Own ChatGPT UI and Learned Why UI/UX Engineers Still Have Jobs

A three-month journey of building a ChatGPT-style interface from scratch, revealing the complex UX patterns and trust-building features that make AI interfaces effective.

SDE Intern Experience at Abhibus (Ixigo)

A journey through my internship experience as a Software Development Engineer at Abhibus (Ixigo), exploring various projects and learning opportunities.

Beginners Guide for a Programmer

A comprehensive guide to understanding programming fundamentals, different languages, and career paths in software development.

Beginners Guide for a Designer

An insightful guide to getting started with graphic design, covering fundamentals, tools, and practical tips for beginners.