Starting My Blogging Journey: From Curiosity to Code

Hi, I’m Ranjith Kumar, a recent BE graduate in Computer Science and Engineering from Kumaraguru College of Technology. I’m passionate about AI, computers, and fitness, and I’m excited to kick off this blog to share my journey with you. Whether you’re here for tech talk, fitness inspiration, or just curious about my story, I hope you’ll stick around. Let’s get started!

How I Fell in Love with AI and Computers

It all began with movies—those sci-fi flicks where technology seemed like magic. As a kid, I’d watch, wide-eyed, wondering how it all worked. But the real spark came later when I started digging into the complexity behind it. Take computational photography, for instance—back around 2017, I was blown away by how companies like Qualcomm could pull off such feats. Then there was Google Translate, seamlessly bridging languages. Lastly a genrational leep forward in NLP, "Transformers", introduced by google. I kept asking myself, “How do they do that?” That curiosity pulled me into AI, and during my time at Kumaraguru College of Technology, it turned into a full-blown passion. AI isn’t just cool tech—it’s a way to solve real problems, and I wanted in.

Building a Chatbot to Bridge Healthcare Gaps

One project I’m pouring my heart into right now is a chatbot for elderly folks in India. I noticed a gap here: many older people struggle to keep their medical records organized. Sometimes, they even hand over the wrong documents at doctor’s appointments, which can mess things up. So, I’m building a chatbot to fix that. It uses RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) tech, Flask, Socket.IO, and other tools to help them store and retrieve their medical info easily. It’s still a work in progress, but I’m excited to see it come to life and make healthcare a bit smoother for those who need it most.

Why Fitness Became My Focus

While I was geeking out over code, life threw me a curveball. I started feeling lost—learning stalled, and my health took a gradual nosedive. It hit me hard: without my health, I couldn’t focus on my studies or the things I love, like AI. So, I launched a fitness challenge to turn it around. It’s been tough but rewarding—think less couch, more energy. My goal? Get sharper, stronger, and ready to tackle my passions head-on. Health isn’t just a side quest; it’s the foundation.

Why I Started This Blog (and What’s Next)

So, why a blog? Simple:

I want to stay focused on what I love—AI, tech, and growth. It’s a space to revisit what I’ve done, track my progress, and maybe even connect with others who get it. My dream? To study a Master’s in CS with a focus on AI at DCU, Ireland, starting September 2025. It’s a big leap, and I’m buzzing with excitement (and a little nervousness—let’s see what happens!). This blog is my accountability partner and a bridge to people like you who share my vibe.