Hey there!

I’ve posted on here a few times in the past, and figured I’d give this a try again as I’m looking to meet some new people!

I’m posting here again, as while I think I’ve got my life pretty together, I’ve neglected my social life recently. I have a number of friends IRL, but we’ve become distant as of late due to everyone being in different stages of their life, meaning a lot of my social life revolves around work.

It’d be lovely to have a deeper connection with someone. I consider myself decent in conversation, empathetic, emotionally intelligent, and I love speaking to people from all walks of life :)

A bit about me!

I'm 27 from the UK and have been working as a software developer for the last 8 1/2 years. As you would expect, my primary interest is around computers / tech! Over the last few years, I've tried to branch out and find new interests, as I don't want that one passion to consume my entire identity.

Currently, my biggest interest is houseplants. Having gone from complete novice in 2020, to now caring for over 50 (it's turned into quite the addiction!). I'm also really into interior design (particularly mid-century) and love learning about all of the iconic pieces and the designers who created them.

I love photography, but haven’t picked up a camera in far too long. I’m also collect vinyl, and I’m a big fan of F1.

I’m in the process of getting an Autism / ADHD diagnosis, as I’ve noticed my interests tend to change all the time, so if you’re ND, we’ll probably get on well!

I’ve recently got back into reading / podcasts again. I tend to read non-fiction on topics such as AI, neuroscience, InfoSec, and cybercrime. (Don’t get me started on these topics, as I’ll speak for hours and you’ll soon regret it!)

Currently, I’m reading a book about unconscious bias, something that unfortunately is very prevalent within the tech industry. I’d love to get more into fiction though, so suggestions are always welcome!

It would be really nice to have someone to message throughout the day, send cat spam to, and just have good conversation. If it leads to voice chat / meeting IRL / something more, then that’s cool too, but an actual connection is most important to be first and foremost, so let’s take things slow.

All I ask is that you’re around the same age and preferably from the UK/within Europe, and take the time to write a bit about yourself when you message!

If it matters, I’m 5’10, slim, and half British / Pakistani, with long brown hair and eyes. Happy to send pictures if you wish, but it’s not something I deem that important in the early stages at least, so I won’t be asking you for any!

Have a good one, and hopefully speak soon ✌️