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This is my first attempt at writing a blog, and honestly, I have no idea how it's supposed to be done. But let’s give it a try...
Who Am I?
I’m Neeraj Yadav, a Computer Science student (2nd semester) at Quantum University, India. I come from a small village in Uttar Pradesh and was born into a lower-class family. My entire education until 12th grade was in the Hindi medium under the state board.
The Early Struggles
Back in school, I was curious by nature but only average in academics. To be real with you—I passed my 12th with cheating. That period was tough. After school, I had no clue about what to do in life. Everyone around me suggested preparing for government jobs, so I started preparing for Agniveer and even took a drop year.
But during that journey, I realized something important: government jobs weren’t for me. I wanted to do something bigger, something that truly excited me.
Real-World Lessons
To support my higher studies, I began looking for small jobs and started traveling across India. That phase taught me a lot:
English is essential for career growth.
Government jobs aren’t the only option. There are thousands of other paths to success.
With that clarity, I decided to learn English. Without the right environment, it was hard—but I pushed through. In 6–7 months, I could speak decently. Not fluent, but confident enough to communicate and learn. That one skill opened countless doors for me.
Choosing Computer Science
Initially, I didn’t plan on pursuing a formal degree. But my elder brother advised me to do it—saying it would help me grow, meet new people, and gain exposure. I agreed. That’s how I chose Computer Science.
This decision became a major turning point.
A New Chapter
In university, I started meeting new people, discovering new talents, and expanding my mind. I began reading biographies, self-help books, and listening to podcasts. I realized how blessed we are to live in a time where so much knowledge is available for free online.
I got deeply inspired by Elon Musk—his mindset, his vision, and how he built businesses from scratch. That pushed me to dive into topics like:
Business & Startups
Stock Market & Investing
Bitcoin & Blockchain
Programming & Critical Thinking
I’m still exploring, learning, and building myself. The journey is ongoing.
Final Words
This was just a glimpse of my story so far. I’m still learning, still growing. I believe every small step counts. I don’t know exactly where I’ll end up—but I know I’m on the right path.
Thanks for reading.
Let’s keep learning. Let’s keep trying.
One day... I will be.
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