Helping awesome people like you get their careers started with UX
Hi there, my name is Meghu and I have a strong passion for assisting people like yourself in achieving their dream lives by guiding how to enter the UX world.
Learn more about me below.
My Story
Hey, I’m Meghu. Honestly, I was a bit lost in high school, but I knew I wanted to help people, so I chose kinesiology with the goal of becoming a physical therapist. Unfortunately, I fell just 0.2 GPA points short of getting into a Master’s program for physical therapy. Instead of letting that setback hold me back, I took matters into my own hands and self-taught coding languages to find a good job and support my family.
After 1.5 years of hard work and determination, I landed a job as a software engineer. But then, I faced another hurdle—I got laid off. That experience made me reevaluate my path and realize I wanted to dig deeper into my studies. So, I enrolled in the Master’s of Information specialization in UX Design at the University of Toronto. I’m excited to learn how to make life easier for users and customers with popular products and brands, which ties back to my original goal of helping people.
Looking back, my journey has had its share of ups and downs, but I genuinely believe everything happens for a reason. Each setback has taught me valuable lessons and pushed me closer to my goals. If you’re feeling lost or discouraged in your own journey, remember that every challenge is an opportunity to grow. Stay resilient and keep pushing forward—your next big breakthrough could be just around the corner. Embrace the journey, and know that you have the power to create a positive impact, both for yourself and others!
My Hobbies.
I enjoy my hobbies and love staying active with sports like basketball and soccer. There’s something satisfying about nailing a good play and just having fun out there with my friends and teammates.
When I’m not on the field, you can usually find me in the kitchen trying out new recipes. I like experimenting, even if it means a few dishes don’t turn out quite right—that’s part of the adventure!
I’m also a big fan of video games and play FIFA and NBA pretty often. Right now, I’m diving into Elden Ring and absolutely loving how the bosses keep crushing me, no matter how hard I try to beat them! Like everyone else, I’m also eagerly waiting for GTA 6 to drop.
On the tech side, I keep up with the latest UX trends to stay informed about the best ways to make things easier for users. Whether I’m coding a new project or exploring fresh software, I’m all about learning and improving.
Overall, my hobbies keep life interesting and remind me to keep exploring new experiences along the way!
My Qualifications.
I’m a certified Scrum Master and a former software engineer with experience in backend (Java, Spring Boot) and frontend development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, ReactJS, and NextJS). I discovered my passion for UX while learning more about frontend web development as I aimed to become a full stack developer. I’ve completed the Google UX Design course and am currently wrapping up my master’s in User Experience Design at the University of Toronto.
I also have content creation and SEO skills from writing blogs on my website, meghuraval.com, and I manage my growing Instagram account, @megz.ux, where I share insights about UX.
With my background in kinesiology, I bring a unique perspective to design, focusing on well-being and accessibility. I’m excited about blending my skills in tech and design to create user-centered solutions.