Omar Awad
@omarawad2
I design user-centered systems and improve academic communication through UX/UI and product thinking.
EgyptWhat I'm looking for
I'm a Computer Science student building a university LMS project to improve fragmented academic communication systems through user-centered design, product thinking, and systems design.
I'm training in UI/UX design through DEPI, applying research, ideation, and prototyping in practical projects. Previously, I co-founded Eureka, creating 16+ science and technology videos that reached 6,500+ organic views while I handled scripting, visual design, thumbnails, and editing.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Participating in the UI/UX Design track of the Digital Egypt Pioneers Initiative (DEPI), a national digital skills development initiative provided by Egypt's Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT).
• Receiving technical training in UI/UX design and user-centered design methodologies.
• Participating in practical projects and applying the design process from research and ideat
UI/UX Design Trainee
Digital Egypt Pioneers Initiative
Jul 2026 - Present (3 months)
Participating in the UI/UX Design track of the Digital Egypt Pioneers Initiative (DEPI), a national digital skills development initiative provided by Egypt's Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT). Receiving technical training in UI/UX design and user-centered design methodologies, and working toward a final graduation project.
Served Amazon US customers remotely. handling inquiries,
issue resolution, and account support entirely in English
for a US-based client. Developed professional written and
verbal communication skills in a high-volume, fast-paced
remote environment.
Co-Founder & Content Lead
Eureka
Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year)
Co-founded a pop science YouTube channel with 3 collaborators,
producing 16+ research-based videos on science and technology topics.
Grew the channel to 6,500+ organic views with no paid promotion.
handling scripting, visual design, thumbnails, and video editing
end to end.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Suez Canal University
Bachelor of Computer Science
Suez Canal University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
2023 - 2027
Pursuing a Bachelor of Computer Science degree at Suez Canal University, expected to graduate in 2027.
Suez Canal University
2023 - 2027
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
EgyptAuthorized to work in
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