Hi, I'm Richmann Addai.

Hi - again. It took me a while to figure out what I’d say here. Outside of the “professional” we’re all just normal people with families and friends. With likes, dislikes and interests. In the next few(maybe not so few) words is my take on showing you the professional Richmann as well as the Richmann behind the professional. I’d talk about my work for a bit and humbly transition to a few honest words about the kind of person I am.

So where to start. I’d love to tell you I didn’t always know I wanted to be a Software Engineer, but that’s far from the truth. I’ve always known(ever since I was a kid actually) and it’s something I’ve made a conscious effort to work hard at. Like everything else worth going after, It has come with it’s fair share of challenges and a LOT of failures which have eventually led to learning and to successes that have fueled my drive to keep learning. To keep breaking down the challenges as they come and to keep going.

On the other hand I had no idea I’d ever become a product designer. I never even knew what that was until a few years ago. And it’s interesting I find myself here especially considering the fact that empathy which is a big part of product design isn’t exactly my strongest suit. It still doesn’t take away from the fact that I’ve had an eye for design for as long as I can remember - from second grade when my art teacher gave me credit for having a good eye for patterns and colors to the random anime characters I used to draw in middle school to now, where I sometimes paint on random Sunday evenings. Back then, I couldn’t explain why certain colors just worked or why arranging things in a particular order led to satisfying results. It wasn’t until I learnt design and the science behind why people act in certain ways that I realized there’s a method to replicating those results.

Professionally, my interest currently lies in why certain products look good. Why they keep their users coming back. What makes them so much more engaging than others and how I can replicate this in design and development to solve problems. It’s not something I obsess over, but good design WILL make me stop and pay attention to the details. Some people say good design is invisible and while I appreciate the value of standardized ‘UX principles,’ I like to go deeper, exploring the science behind these ideas through books, observation, and just paying attention to what makes a product feel right to users.

I didn’t start out in a fancy design studio or as part of a big engineering team. I started with a surge of motivation, some self-doubt, countless late nights, books books books and more googling and “chat gpting” in my room than I’d like to admit. I enjoy solving problems and building systems - the kind of problems that impact real people when they’re solved. The kind of solutions that make someone’s life just a little easier, their work a little smoother, or their experience a little bit better.

I won’t pretend to be the biggest people person. Blame it on the introvert in my ambiverted nature but over the years, I’ve come to deeply appreciate the human side of what I do. Sure, I design and build websites, apps, and tools, but it’s never just about the code or the design. At the core, it’s about the people who produce and use them and how it affects them positively. Every project I take on reflects a simple belief: technology should serve, not overwhelm. It’s not about flashy features or overly complex solutions - it’s about creating something that genuinely makes life better for the next person, even in small ways. For me, design is rooted in empathy amongst other things - a skill I had to consciously learn. It’s about stepping into someone else’s shoes, understanding their needs and seeing through their eyes. Development, though, is where that empathy comes alive. It’s where ideas take shape. I get to take concepts and turn them into reality - one product, one feature, one function, and one thoughtful detail at a time.

I’ve worked hard to carve out a space for myself where these two worlds meet: the creative and the technical. Design and development. Credit to my family, friends and colleagues who have been a big help throughout this journey because it hasn’t been without challenges. The sleepless nights spent trying to balance work, study, life outside of work, and the pursuit of self-improvement. Yet, every struggle has taught me resilience and the ability to adapt in this ever changing eco system of tech. To push boundaries - not just for myself but for the people I work for and with and for the people who will use what I create.

Outside of work, I’m just like everybody else - unique in my own way but equally similar in many different aspects. I’m most definitely not perfect and knowing this I strive to be 1% better each day(something i picked up from atomic habits by James Clear - I read a lot). Learning as I go. By default, I’m a pretty laid-back guy. Calmness is hopefully a trait you’d notice if we ever meet. It’s easier to think clearly through problems and situations in a calm state. I work hard, and I fail more often than I’d like to admit. I stumble, I fall, I pick myself up, learn from experience, and keep moving forward. You’ll forever find me where there’s good food (and I might even trade our friendship for extra food). I’m a sucker for books and reading in general, what I like to frame as “knowledge acquisition” - I think i mentioned I read a lot earlier. Find me with Pinterest boards full of inspiration, and, of course with Chelsea - the greatest football team in the world (you can make your case when we meet :) ). I’ve got this thing for dressing sharp and looking good, not just for the sake of appearance but definitely for the sake of appearance ... you get it? Most of the time, you’ll find me in my room, probably working or plotting my next big idea which is ironic considering i’m very much an outdoor person (given the right setting that is). But I’ve recently made a conscious effort in stepping outside my comfort zone - again. Exploring the world, meeting new people, and soaking in everything life has to offer is something I’m striving for - more food please. Anime? It’s more than just cinema and entertainment. There’s so much depth, emotion, and storytelling to learn from if you give it a chance. At the end of the day, I’m just a chill guy - becoming better each day and learning to adapt and win at this thing called life. Just like you figuring it out, one day at a time if you haven’t already.

This portfolio? It’s not just a showcase of what I’ve done and can do - it’s a part of me. I don’t claim to have it all figured out, but I’m committed to growth - to learning through every project (by myself and from my peers) especially where I fall short because no matter how “Senior” I get there’ll always something I don’t know and that’s a humbling thought. Find me where challenges are because that’s where growth starts. If you’ve made it this far, thank you. Thank you for taking the time to see the person behind the work. I hope I didn’t give off a boastful impression - just a chill guy at the end of the day.

Reach out to say hello. I'd like to know how you feel about being here on my website so feel free to reach out. My gratitude for the opportunity to be here now is larger than an html file can hold. You could be anywhere - and yet, you are here now.