A Bangladeshi Dream: The App That Challenges Excel
Ornob Barua, now a student in Sydney, created an app that surpasses Excel, revolutionizing university operations.
When Passion Meets Purpose at a University Campus
Ornob Barua’s journey from the classrooms of Dhaka to developing a groundbreaking app for Victoria University, Sydney, is a testament to determination and innovation. His creation, the SRG Rostering App under the Avocadoo brand, has not just replaced Excel for staff rostering but has transformed how university systems operate.
The Birth of a Revolutionary Tool
Armed with just an idea and his self-taught skills, Ornob built a streamlined platform designed to simplify shift planning and volunteer hour tracking. The SRG Rostering App boasts advanced features, such as a sleek drag-and-drop interface, an AI assistant, live chat, and real-time calculations, effectively minimizing what once took hours into mere minutes.
As he laughingly puts it, “I just made something that’s taking over Bill Gates’ Microsoft Excel!” This achievement goes far beyond student projects, marking a shift from traditional academic achievements to real-world contributions that universities now value.
Innovating Beyond Borders: From Dhaka to Sydney
Ornob’s journey wasn’t that of a typical student. Starting at Dhaka’s Motijheel Model High School and moving on to Victoria University’s Bachelor of Information Technology program, he has consistently pursued his passion for software development. Despite making over 50 websites before Avocadoo, Ornob aspired to create software that genuinely solves everyday inefficiencies.
Redefining Student Life: Lessons on Innovation
Most students view university as a waiting period until a professional job. Not Ornob. He’s testament to using university years for innovation, challenging mundane routine, and demonstrating that real-world impact doesn’t need to wait for graduation.
His app’s core philosophy is clear: simplify life and reduce unnecessary work. The backend intelligence of his app is powered by Python’s Pandas, effortlessly handling shift simulations and time calculations.
Looking Ahead: A Global Vision Rooted in Bangladesh
Future plans for the Avocadoo brand include developing tools like AvoText and Logic Sheet, with dreams of establishing a world-class tech company grounded in Bangladesh. Ornob’s story is rich with lessons for aspiring innovators, proving that a strong foundation in skills, a focus on solving real problems, and a boundless view beyond your origins can redefine what’s possible.
Find Inspiration in Ornob’s Journey: Key Takeaways
- Skills can outshine degrees, offering flexibility and opportunity for self-taught explorers.
- Create tools with a purpose beyond accolades — solve tangible problems.
- Innovate without permission, using creativity over constraints.
- Finally, remember that innovation knows no borders. Whether starting in a corner of a university or a room in Dhaka, the potential to build the next big thing is limitless. According to The Financial Express, location is but a backdrop to enterprising minds.
