Dev Mahajan, a 38-year-old accessibility technology consultant and writer, has spent his life advocating for the rights of disabled individuals within the tech industry. Born and raised in San Francisco, Dev was introduced to the transformative power of assistive technology at a young age, an experience that would shape his career and writing. After studying computer science and human-computer interaction at UC Berkeley, he worked for several accessibility-focused companies before founding his own consulting firm. His work often reveals the intersection of accessibility and security, a theme that carries into his fiction. Dev's writing is characterized by its human-centered approach and urgent, compassionate tone. He crafts thrillers that challenge ableist narratives and highlight the importance of inclusive design. Despite the challenges he faces, Dev remains committed to using storytelling as a tool for change, believing that fiction can build empathy and inspire action. His stories are not just about disability but about the universal human experience of seeking connection and understanding in a complex world.
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