Shahriar is a sophomore studying Computer Science Engineering at Eastern University in Dhaka. He is from Dhaka and his family was born and raised in the Narayangonj District. He is a passionate individual aspiring to become a software developer. He is driven by the desire to make a meaningful impact in Bangladesh by making technology more accessible, user-friendly, and tailored to the needs of all Bangladeshis, regardless of their socioeconomic background or location. In his free time, he loves learning about wildlife, preserving nature, and gardening.

Shahriar believes that design thinking is a powerful problem-solving toolkit that has the potential to transform his life and his ability to contribute to solving complex challenges in Bangladesh and beyond. By adopting design thinking principles, he believes he can become a more empathetic, innovative, and effective problem-solver.