About me

My Coding Journey

My passion for coding started in high school when I fell in love with logical problems. The challenge of creating functions for tasks like determining if number is a palindrome captivated me, which led me to attend Faculty of Information Technologies in my hometown Mostar.

Evolving Perspective

My journey as a developer has been one of constant evolution. After landing my first job, I was immersed in React and balancing work with college studies. However, it wasn't until after graduation that I truly began to explore the deep ocean of topics that software development possesses. My interests shifted from frontend to backend and DevOps, and I even switched from VSCode to Neovim. This evolution extends beyond just coding - I've embraced the software engineer lifestyle, engaging with podcasts and continuously learning.

Passion for Building and Exploring

What drives me in software development is the thrill of building and constant exploration. I love trying out different languages and technologies, always eager to learn something new. This curiosity keeps me engaged and excited about the ever-changing landscape of technology.

PS. I am never excited about new JS framework. Please stop.

Life Beyond Code

While coding is a huge part of my life, I'm also passionate about other pursuits. I'm an avid fan of football and I have a deep interest in physics. To stay active, I enjoy running and hiking, finding that physical activities complement and refresh my technical work.

My Approach to Challenges

In life, I always strive to be honest with myself. When it comes to programming challenges, I approach each problem with the mindset that I'm 100% going to solve it. Does is really have a positive impact? Maybe, it surely doesn't hurt.

Staying Motivated

Motivation can be challenging, but I've found strategies that work for me. When I'm lacking motivation for something, I push myself to work on it for just 5 minutes. Often, this small start is all I need to get into the flow. I also find that planning tasks the day before helps me stay focused and productive in the morning which is when I get the most things done.

Future Aspirations

Looking ahead, my goal is to create tools and projects that people use and that make life better. I'm driven by the potential of technology to positively impact people's lives and am always seeking opportunities to contribute meaningfully to the field.

Let's Connect

I'm always excited to connect with fellow developers, tech enthusiasts, or anyone interested in the world of software development. Whether you have questions, want to collaborate on a project, or just want to chat about the latest in tech, feel free to reach out!

You can contact me at: halil.focic@gmail.com