Writer Introduction
Meet Somil Gupta on Medium
Software engineer and freelance writer
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As the editorial team of ILLUMINATION we enjoy introducing our regular writers to our subscribers to create visibility for their profiles and stories. In this post, we want to introduce you to Somil Gupta, who contributes to our publications on Medium. Our diverse, inclusive, and supportive publications hosting stories of 25,000+ writers include:
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Somil is a Software Engineer from India. By profession, he’s a Backend Developer and a VUI (Voice User Interface) expert, currently wielding his skills as a Founding Engineer at Telematica, a YC-backed startup.
His journey through tech has included stints at Amazon and collaboration with voice-first startups, crafting over 1000 Alexa skills/Google Actions, earning him accolades and over $25,000 on Fiverr.
Away from the digital domain, Somil’s passion for travel transcends boundaries, from the grandeur of the Himalayas to the tranquility of Kerala, and his recent explorations in South Asian countries near India.
His explorations extend beyond borders, embracing the stunning landscapes of India and venturing into the realms of Thailand, Indonesia, Kuala Lumpur, and Vietnam, each unveiling new cultures, experiences, and friendships that enrich his narratives.
Somil’s words invite you to join his journey, offering glimpses of life’s lessons found in the footsteps of his global travels.
Cycling, sky diving, traveling, and reading some compelling books, like Khaled Hosseini’s ‘A Thousand Splendid Suns,’ complement his diverse interests.
He started his writing journey fueled by a desire to share the transformative tales of his travels, turning Instagram snippets into a personal blog but craving a broader audience.
Medium became the perfect place for Somil to share his stories, marking an important milestone in his writing journey. You can learn more about his background in his About Me story.
We selected a few stories from his collection to give you a quick taste.
When The Great Himalayas Went Grey on Us, Literally
This exceptional story was boosted on ILLUMINATION-Curated
Skydiving 101: A Beginner’s Journey to the Sky
Lost in Translation: A Journey To Remember
Pondicherry: A Glimpse into India’s French Colonial Legacy
My kind of Souvenir: Collecting Notes and Coins from Around the Globe
Building an MVP and Setting Your KPIs Using YC Strategy
How to Overcome Obstacles: Fiverr journey from zero to $17k
Set up a continuous deployment pipeline using CodePipeline and Elastic Beanstalk.
Thank you for reading these beautiful and meaningful stories of Somil Gupta. You may contact Somil on ILLUMINATION’s Slack workspace, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
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