About
At the core of Amatullah Kapadia’s life and work is curiosity. Whether she’s engineering data systems or writing reflectively on her personal blog, Amatullah approaches growth as an evolving practice—one rooted in journaling, experimentation, and self-trust. Her journey spans continents and disciplines. After growing up in India and immigrating to Canada as a teenager, Amatullah studied environmental engineering at the University of Waterloo. When traditional career pathways didn’t unfold as expected, she pivoted—not by giving up, but by teaching herself new skills. Through grit and persistence, she learned programming independently, built her own technical foundation, and created opportunities that led her into big tech. Creativity remains central to her life. Amatullah is an avid writer, publishing personal essays and reflections on her Medium blog, where she explores ideas at the intersection of technology, creativity, and self-development. Outside of writing, she gravitates toward hands-on hobbies like sewing, needlework, and cooking—activities that balance her analytical work with tactile expression. Amatullah measures success by her own internal compass. If she feels satisfied with the result, the process was worthwhile. She believes knowing when to stop—whether that’s leaving a book unfinished or changing direction—is just as important as persistence. For her, a job well done is one that brings clarity, peace of mind, and room to grow.
