
Student,
Designer,
Aspiring Technologist
Sarah

Elsharkawi

About Me
Hi! I’m Sarah, a student at Princeton University with a passion for building thoughtful, impactful solutions at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and creative problem-solving. With a background in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, and Entrepreneurship, I’m drawn to work that brings together systems thinking, user insight, and innovation.
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I grew up in a family of computer scientists — my parents and sister all spoke Java long before I realized it wasn’t just coffee. Conversations at home often revolved around code logic, tech trends, and whose device setup worked best. Naturally, I found myself drawn to the world of technology at a young age. But what has continued to fuel my interest over the years isn’t just the act of coding — it’s the broader question of how technology can shape the way we think, live, and solve real-world problems.
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Today, I’m interested in the full spectrum of tech’s impact, from building data-driven tools that inform smarter decisions to designing user-centered systems that make complex problems feel intuitive. I’m especially drawn to interdisciplinary work that brings together different perspectives to create something more useful, ethical, and accessible.
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This portfolio captures the early stages of my journey — projects that span design, product thinking, and applied data work. As I continue to explore the many dimensions of tech, I’m driven by a desire to keep learning, build collaboratively, and create things that make a difference.
Beyond the world of bits and bytes, you'll find me...

Exploring new coffee shops and drinks (caramel latte is my go-to!) and savoring the unique flavors each one offers.

Capturing magical moments through my lens—whether it’s a candid, a stunning view, or everyday details that tell a story.

Curating Spotify playlists for every mood and expanding my vinyl collection—because the right song sets the tone for the day.
Whether I’m curating a playlist, capturing a photo, or discovering a new coffee shop, these small moments inspire the creativity and thoughtfulness I aim to bring to everything I create.
Skills
Programming

Python

Java

C

R

Golang

SQL
Data & Analytics Tools

Tableau

Excel

IBM Cognos Analytics

RDBMS

MySQL
Design

Figma

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Photography
Applied Skills

Business Intelligence

Project Management

Agile Development

Statistical Analysis

Academic Research
Languages

English
(native/bilingual)

English
(native/bilingual)
