Ankush Dharkar
Founder & Tech Mentor
I believe in curiosity, dedication, and the power of real human connection. Here is a small window into my life, career, and philosophy.
Story, Philosophy & Lifestyle
I am someone who finds deep fulfillment in building and connecting. Technology is my tool of choice, but at my core, I am a creator and a helper. I enjoy diving into complex systems (from NLP research to software architecture) just as much as I enjoy organizing community spaces and coaching developers to realize their potential.
Outside of code, I value authentic human interactions. I run a community initiative called "Chillouts" designed specifically to foster genuine offline connections. I appreciate dry humor, deep conversations, outdoor walks, and continuous personal growth. I strive for a balanced life that values intellectual ambition while enjoying the simplicity of slow, mindful weekends.
Personal Overview
- Languages: English, Hindi, Marathi
- Height: 6'1"
- Dietary Preference: Non-Vegetarian / Flexible
- Values: Growth mindset, honesty, empathy, and active listening
The Small Delights
- ☕ Hot cutting chai on a rainy Bengaluru evening
- 📖 Getting lost in a biography or sci-fi novel
- 🚶♂️ Quiet walks in nature, completely offline
- 💬 Comfortable silences and witty, dry humor
Life Beyond Code
Snapshots of community, celebrations, simple joys, and good food.
Cat Companion & Quiet Days
Appreciating slow mornings, pet companionship, and quiet offline time.
Good Food & Shared Meals
Exploring great food, ramen, dim sum, and Asian delicacies in monochrome aesthetic.
Chillouts & Meetups
Fostering authentic offline conversations and bringing tech folks together.
Lighter Moments & Fun
Embracing humor, festive night outs, and good cheer with friends.
The Journey
A summary of educational credentials and professional checkpoints.
Founder & Community Builder
T3.c / Real Dev Squad / RealDSA
Leading engineering architectures and full-stack systems. Running a thriving open-source community to lift developers out of "tutorial hell" via real-world, production-grade applications.
Software Engineer
Disney+ Hotstar / Bloomberg LP (NYC) / AWS / CrowdStrike
Built enterprise-level UI systems, backend structures, and data streaming layers for some of the world's most high-traffic media, security, and tech services.
M.S. in Computer Engineering
University of Florida, Gainesville
Specialized in advanced computer engineering, computational linguistics, and natural language processing research.
B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering
SASTRA University, Thanjavur
Foundational software engineering education. Actively participated in robotics projects, computational linguistics research, and developer clubs.
Are We Aligned?
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