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How Abdullah Redesigned His Future

From Structural Engineer to UI/UX Designer: How Abdullah Pivoted His Career with Re:Coded Abdullah always knew he wanted to solve big problems. As a structural engineer, he felt constrained by repetitive work, craving a career that allowed him to use his creativity to make a meaningful impact. Nights were spent learning graphic design on his own, but he wasn’t sure how to turn his passion into a profession—until he found Re:Coded. In this story, Abdullah shares how he took the leap, navigated the challenges of a career pivot, and ultimately launched his own ethical design studio. His journey is proof that with the right support, a willingness to learn, and a drive to create change, anything is possible.

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February 5, 2025

Alexandra Clare

CEO & Co-Founder

How Abdullah Redesigned His Future
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Have you ever felt stuck in a job that doesn’t challenge or inspire you? Abdullah did.

As a structural engineer, his work felt repetitive, and he knew he wasn’t using his full creative potential. At night, he would dive into learning graphic design, hoping to bridge his passion for creativity with a career that truly excited him. But how do you pivot into tech when you’re already deep into another field?

That’s when Abdullah discovered Re:Coded. A friend recommended the program, and despite his fears of balancing work, family, and an intensive bootcamp, he took the leap. What he found was a transformative experience—one that turned his passion into a profession.

Through Re:Coded, Abdullah honed his skills in UI/UX design, learning not just the tools of the trade but the mindset needed to thrive in tech. He gained confidence, improved his time management, and discovered the power of collaboration. A hands-on design-athon with TravelPerk sharpened his ability to work in teams, resolve creative differences, and build solutions with real impact.

Today, Abdullah runs Auralis Design, a studio dedicated to ethical, social impact, and tech-for-good initiatives. His clients include business incubators, grassroots community organizations, and research institutes—proof that with the right support and mindset, career reinvention is possible.

Abdullah’s story is a reminder that success isn’t just about personal achievement; it’s about leaving the world better than you found it.

So, what’s stopping you from taking that leap?

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Authors biography

Alexandra Clare

CEO & Co-Founder

Ali is the CEO of Re:Coded. With a background in humanitarian advocacy and law, she co-founded Re:Coded after roles at NYU, the UN, Human Rights Watch, and Department of Public Prosecutions. Alexandra's achievements include the Women in Tech Global Award, NYU’s Changemaker of the Year, and ANU’s Alumni of the Year. She holds an MSc. in Global Affairs from NYU and a law degree from the Australian National University.

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