As an Electronics and Telecommunication (ENTC) engineer who graduated in 2022, my passion for core electronics developed unexpectedly during the third year of my degree. The world was struggling with the COVID-19 pandemic, and like many others, I found myself relying on online resources such as Coursera, YouTube, and the vast expanse of the internet to continue learning. It was during this period that I was first introduced to the fascinating world of VLSI (Very Large Scale Integration).

The idea that a single chip could house billions of transistors absolutely captivated me. I was instantly drawn to this field and felt a deep desire to learn more. Thus began my journey into the realm of VLSI.

I've always had a habit of writing down notes for everything I study. The act of jotting down information helps me absorb and understand concepts better, and I love the process of learning something new every day. During the lockdown, I immersed myself in online courses, diligently taking handwritten notes as I progressed. Within six months, I had filled two entire notebooks with valuable knowledge.

One day, while I was browsing the web, my brother introduced me to Medium, an online blogging platform. He suggested that I could use Medium not only to share my knowledge and notes but also to keep my work accessible anytime and anywhere. The idea of blogging excited me, especially since Medium also offered the potential to earn money through their Partner Program — though at the time, India was not yet eligible for the paywall.

Despite this, I was determined. I decided to write my first blog post on UART, I2C, and SPI communication protocols. It was a very basic blog with some information and a few images, not delving too deeply into the subject. Yet, I felt a sense of accomplishment when I published it. To my surprise, the blog received a few views and claps, which was enough to motivate me to write more.

Day by day, I continued to write. My initial blogs were simple, but as I wrote more, my understanding deepened, and so did the complexity of the topics I covered. Over time, I expanded my blog to include a wide range of subjects, from basic digital electronics concepts to more advanced topics like metastability.

After nearly two years of persistent blogging, I had written over 100+ blogs on VLSI and electronics. The positive feedback I received from readers, who said my blogs helped them grasp concepts more easily, kept me going. It was incredibly fulfilling to know that my work was making a difference.

Then, finally, the day I had been waiting for arrived — India became eligible for Medium's Partner Program. After years of hard work and dedication, I earned my first dollar from blogging. It was a small amount, but it symbolized so much more — a milestone in my journey of learning, sharing, and growing as both an engineer and a blogger.

This experience has taught me the value of perseverance, the power of sharing knowledge, and the joy of connecting with others through my writing. Thank you for joining me on this journey. Stay tuned for more insights and stories as I continue to explore, learn, and share. Your support and feedback mean the world to me, and I look forward to connecting with you through future posts.