About

Raksha Rao is a multi-talented individual with a background in tech and a passion for travel blogging. With over 5 years of experience as a coder, Raksha has honed her skills in various roles such as mentor, writer, photographer, SEO specialist, marketer, and PR. She has a proven track record of being a fast learner and can easily switch between different roles. Coupled with her technical background, writing flair, and clear communication skills, Raksha can be a valuable asset in any role, be it an evangelist for products or Tech, a Machine learning Engineer, or a Data Scientist. Currently working as a Software Dev Engineer II at Expedia, Raksha is building a robust system to help travelers have the best and lasting experiences. She has also founded The Roving Heart, an Indian female travel and adventure blog featuring experiential travel, budget tips, and travel stories from around the world. Her propensity for new experiences is ever-growing, and she is forever aching to fly far where the sky touches the sea or get lost in the mountains. Raksha's skills include writing, photography, SEO, marketing, and design. She has also worked as a Senior Software Engineer in a startup environment, working on a ground-up Transport management system for an Indonesian e-commerce partner. Raksha holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Computer Science from Vishveshwaraiah Technological University, where she specialized in ML, Data Scientist, Research Scientist, Search, and Software Engineer. With over 11 years of relevant experience, Raksha is a versatile and valuable asset in any team.