I code to make a difference – at work and in my spare time

In my free time, I try to raise more awareness about dyslexia by creating some suitable writing, reading and mathematics exercises. The desire to help others has never changed, which is why I was so excited to join Systematic.

I haven’t always been in love with coding. There was a period in my life when I hated it and wanted to do something more creative that really matters and makes a difference.

Then one day, a Computer Science teacher made all the difference for me. She helped me realise my love for computers, coding and made me see that programming is more than writing some commands. It’s a way to do something creative and really help others in their everyday lives.

The part of me that wants to help others has never changed and I think that’s why I was so excited to join Systematic. Growing up with parents in the army and with a father that often went to Afghanistan to serve his country, I have always had respect for the bravery of those selfless enough to sacrifice their life so others can live in peace. So, being part of a team that brings its contribution to the military is a great honour.

However, when I first heard of Systematic, it wasn’t just the military part that suited my passions, but also its library and learning domain. In the same way in which that teacher inspired me and changed the course of my life, I think it’s our responsibility to do the same for others.

‘Brainy’, my soul project dedicated to children with dyslexia

That’s why I started ‘Brainy’, an educational application for children with learning disabilities. This idea came to me when I discovered that, in Romania, there are no technical solutions for these children. Dyslexia still has a stigma attached to it, as most people don’t understand what these children are capable of. In my free time, my colleagues and I help raise awareness about the term and also come up with some suitable writing, reading and mathematics exercises.

In a world where dyslexic people represent 20% of the population, including really innovative people with dyslexia such as Einstein, Steve Jobs, Stephen Hawking or Tom Ford, it’s a shame that we don’t concentrate more on them. Some of these children could really make an impact in a world with more problems than solutions.