After earning a diploma in Computer Science and a bachelor’s degree in Information Systems Engineering, I began my career as a software developer at an IT consulting company in Malaysia. Driven by a long-standing passion for Japanese language and culture, I moved to Japan, where I studied Japanese for two years and achieved N3-level fluency. To further immerse myself and apply my language skills, I worked as a front desk staff at a boutique hotel in Kyoto for nine months. During this time, my interest in UI/UX design grew, prompting me to pursue self-directed learning. I have since developed my skills independently, building a portfolio to both showcase my research and serve as a personal platform to track my growth as a designer.