Physics Student & Technology Enthusiast
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Devandra
El Syadam.

Physics Student & Technology Enthusiast

A Physics student at UIN Jakarta who sees technology through the lens of science. Focused on exploring Cybersecurity and Vulnerability Research — combining analytical precision with a deep curiosity for understanding how systems really work.

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Devandra El Syadam - Physics & Science
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Physics · Cybersecurity
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Devandra El Syadam - Cybersecurity
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Digital Forensics
Me?
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About Me

Curiosity-Driven, Science-Backed

I'm Devandra El Syadam, a Physics student at UIN Jakarta who started out in the world of design at SMKS Sasmita Jaya 1. It might seem like an unusual path, but to me, Design, Physics, and Technology are one package — all about understanding patterns and solving problems.

These days, I spend most of my time between lectures and the screen, combining scientific logic with the world of cybersecurity. Every line of code and every security vulnerability is an experiment that demands precision.

Outside of class, I actively sharpen my problem-solving through CTF (Capture The Flag) platforms and various cybersecurity challenges, particularly in log analysis, digital trails, and forensic investigation to understand and secure digital systems.

Scientific & Analytical
Approaching every problem with logic and scientific methods as the foundation.
Continuous Learner
Self-study, experimentation, and adaptation are a core part of my daily routine.
Creative & Technical
A design background gives me visual sensitivity that complements my technical skills.
Builder Mindset
I enjoy building things — from websites and tools to ideas that become real products.
Core Competencies
Cybersecurity Fundamentals65%
Digital Forensics63%
Networking68%
Linux & System70%
Visual Design (DKV)80%
Experience

Track Record

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February 2026 – March 2026Participant (Completed)
Individual Participant — Ramadan CTF 2026
VulnByDefault (VBD) — Remote, International
Ranked 59 out of 702 international teams in Ramadan CTF 2026, completing a range of complex challenges including Web Exploitation (NoSQL injection & prototype pollution), Kernel Pwn analysis (heap leak), and forensic investigation with precision-coordinate OSINT.
Web ExploitationDigital ForensicsBinary PwnOSINT
May 2026Contestant (Submitted)
Solo Developer — JuaraVibeCoding 2026
Google for Developers Indonesia — Remote
Built and submitted WitnessChain — an AI-powered legal evidence documentation platform for forced eviction and human rights violation victims in Indonesia. Stack: Next.js 14, Supabase, Gemini 2.5 Flash, Google Cloud Run. Features include AI-guided interview, SHA-256 evidence hashing, Legal Radar AI, Timeline Visualizer, and Google Maps legal aid referral.
Next.js 14SupabaseGemini AIGoogle Cloud RunFull-Stack
June 2026 – July 2026Upcoming · Solo · General Track
Competitor — Wreck-IT 7.0 CTF
Poltek SSN (BSSN) — Online Qualifier & On-site Final
Selected to compete solo in the General Track of Wreck-IT 7.0, a national-level CTF organized by Poltek SSN under BSSN. Online qualifier kicks off on June 20, 2026, with the on-site final held on July 8, 2026 in Jakarta. Covering forensics, cryptography, web exploitation, steganography, and network forensics.
Online Qualifier — June 20, 2026
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ForensicsCryptographyWeb ExploitationSteganographyNetwork Forensics
Education

Academic Background

An academic journey that shapes the way I think — from visual arts to exact sciences.

2023 – 2026
Vocational High School — Visual Communication Design
SMKS Sasmita Jaya 1 Pamulang — Tangerang Selatan
Spent three years studying Visual Communication Design, building a strong foundation in graphic design, visual storytelling, and design-based communication.
Graduated
2026 – Present
Bachelor of Physics — Active Student
UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta — Faculty of Science and Technology
Currently pursuing a Physics degree with a focus on building scientific and analytical thinking, while continuously expanding skills in technology and scientific computing.
2026Active
2023 – Present
Self-Learning — Tech & Cybersecurity
Online — TryHackMe, freeCodeCamp, Cisco, Fortinet
Consistently self-studying web development, digital security, Python, and digital forensics through online platforms and hands-on practice via CTF competitions.
Skills & Tools

Skills & Domains

Four domains I actively develop — science, digital security, design, and technology. Not narrow specializations, but a combination that complements each other.

Proficiency Radar — Science & Computing
Areas of Study
Classical Mechanics Wave Physics Calculus & Mathematical Physics Experimental Data Analysis Physics Laboratory Python for Science Scientific Thinking LaTeX
Scientific Approach

As a Physics student at UIN Jakarta, I approach every problem using the scientific method — hypothesis, observation, analysis. This mindset is what connects physics with cybersecurity.

Proficiency — Cyber & Forensics
Tools & Techniques
Wireshark Autopsy FTK Imager Volatility Sleuth Kit Malware Analysis OSINT Bash Scripting Linux Web Exploitation Log Analysis Timeline Analysis

Actively competing in CTF (Capture The Flag) competitions both internationally and nationally, covering web exploitation, binary pwn, digital forensics, and OSINT. Latest achievement: ranked 59/702 in Ramadan CTF 2026.

Skill Distribution — Design
Design & Editing Tools
Adobe Illustrator Adobe Photoshop Adobe Premiere Pro Canva Figma Graphic Design Video Editing UI/UX Principles Typography Branding & Visual Identity

Three years of Visual Communication Design at SMKS Sasmita Jaya 1 built a strong foundation in visual sensitivity, composition, and visual storytelling — skills that carry over into web UI design and forensics reporting.

Skill Growth — Web & Programming
Tech Stack
HTML5 CSS3 JavaScript Python Git GitHub SEO & Core Web Vitals Search Console GTmetrix Python Automation AI Integration Netlify / Hosting
Focus Area

Areas I Focus On

Exploration and development areas I focus on — where science, technology, and creativity meet.

Physics & Science
Physics student at UIN Jakarta. Building a scientific foundation through mechanics, wave physics, mathematical physics, and Python-based scientific computing.
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Digital Forensics
Digital artifact analysis, PCAP investigation, and evidence extraction from digital systems using Wireshark, Volatility, Autopsy, and FTK Imager.
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Security & CTF
Web exploitation, binary pwn, and OSINT through international CTF competitions — including a rank of 59/702 in Ramadan CTF 2026.
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Design & Editing
Graphic design, video editing, and UI/UX with a three-year Visual Communication Design background — from visual identity and posters to aesthetic and functional web interfaces.
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WitnessChain
AI-powered legal evidence platform built with Next.js 14, Supabase, and Gemini 2.5 Flash on Google Cloud Run. Features SHA-256 hashing, Legal Radar AI, Timeline Visualizer, and Google Maps legal aid referral. Submitted to JuaraVibeCoding 2026 by Google.
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Python & Automation
Scripting, automating repetitive tasks, and building tools — from web scrapers and QR generators to an AI-powered desktop application integrated with Groq.
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Portfolio

Selected Projects

A collection of projects I've built — from tools and web apps to technology experiments.

AI · Legal Tech
WitnessChain
AI-powered legal evidence documentation platform for human rights violation victims in Indonesia. Built with Next.js 14, Supabase, Gemini 2.5 Flash, and deployed on Google Cloud Run. Features SHA-256 evidence hashing, Legal Radar AI, Timeline Visualizer, and Google Maps legal aid referral.
Web · Portfolio
Portfolio Site v1
High-performance portfolio with GTmetrix Grade A (92%). Full SEO, self-hosted fonts, WebP images, and indexed on Search Console.
Web · Creative
Digital Diary — Workshop Event
Web diary documenting a dot painting workshop event, featuring copy protection, folder hierarchy, and profile photo frame.
Tools · CLI
FORD — Forensic Decoder
Zero-dependency CLI for rapid encoding triage and multi-layer cryptanalysis. Auto-detects Base64, Hex, ROT, Caesar, and XOR. Features recursive decoding (--depth), IOC extraction (flags/IPs/URLs), Shannon entropy scoring, magic bytes, and hash identification. Built for CTF & DFIR.
View All on GitHub
Certifications

Certifications & Credentials

A commitment to continuous learning — spanning cloud computing, AI, cryptography, and cybersecurity.

Cloud & Generative AI Fundamentals on AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) x Dicoding Indonesia
October 2025
AI Fundamentals
Dicoding Indonesia
September 2025
Classical Cryptography for Beginner
Cyber Army Indonesia
January 2026
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Cisco Networking Academy
February 2026
Ramadan CTF 2026 — Certificate of Participation
VulnByDefault · Rank 59 / 702 Teams · 665 pts
March 2026
Introduction to the Threat Landscape 3.0
Fortinet Training Institute
June 2026
Next certification in progress...
Ongoing Learning
2026
Growth & Insights

Journey & Growth

A visualization of skill growth, project volume, and expertise composition over time.

Project Volume (2023 – 2026)
Skill Growth Over Time
Scientific Thinking
Every problem is approached with scientific logic — hypothesis, experimentation, and evaluation of results.
Iterative Learning
Learning from mistakes, iterating fast, and continuously improving is how I grow.
Build to Learn
I learn best by building real things and solving actual problems from start to finish.
Curiosity-Driven
Curiosity is the biggest engine behind every project and milestone I have achieved.
Blog & Writing

Latest Posts

Notes, thoughts, and explorations on science, technology, and things I'm currently learning.

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Highlights

Achievements & Highlights

Real moments and milestones that mark my journey — from competitions, projects, to learning breakthroughs.

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International CTFs Competed
92%
GTmetrix Grade A Achieved
7
Certifications Earned
4+
Projects Built
Featured Project
WitnessChain — AI Legal Evidence Platform
Built a full-stack AI-powered platform for documenting human rights violation evidence in Indonesia. Stack: Next.js 14, Supabase, Gemini 2.5 Flash, Google Cloud Run. Features include SHA-256 hashing, Legal Radar AI, Timeline Visualizer, and Google Maps legal aid referral.
2026JuaraVibeCoding · Google for Developers Indonesia
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CTF Achievement
Solved Kernel Pwn — Heap Leak via Uninitialized Read
Completed an advanced kernel pwn challenge in an international CTF competition. Techniques used include heap spray, uninitialized read exploitation, and privilege escalation on the Linux kernel.
2026VulnByDefault · International CTF
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Web Performance
GTmetrix 55% → 92% Grade A in a Single Sprint
Optimized website performance from Grade D (55%) to Grade A (92%) by implementing WebP images, self-hosted fonts, lazy loading, and integrating Google Search Console with Bing Webmaster Tools.
2026Freelance Web Project
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Personal Project
Built a Functional AI Desktop Overlay
Designed and built a Python always-on-top desktop app that runs over fullscreen games, integrated with Groq AI. Full features: AI chat, screenshot, calculator, and notes — built independently from scratch.
2025Personal · Python + Groq AI
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Academic Achievement
Admitted to Physics Program at UIN Jakarta
Successfully accepted into the Bachelor of Physics program at the Faculty of Science and Technology, UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta — proving that a transition from Visual Communication Design to exact sciences is possible.
2026UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta
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Security Research
NoSQL Injection Bypass & Prototype Pollution
Solved complex web exploitation challenges including NoSQL injection bypass on authentication and prototype pollution attacks on a Node.js application in an international CTF competition.
2026VulnByDefault · Web Exploitation
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Forensics
Malware Delivery Analysis via PCAP Network Forensics
Performed reverse analysis on a malware delivery chain from a PCAP file — identifying the C2 server, payload delivery mechanism, and persistence technique using Wireshark and advanced protocol analysis.
2026VulnByDefault · Digital Forensics
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Contact

Let's Collaborate

Have an interesting project, a question, or just want to talk about technology and science? I'm always open for a good discussion.

Email
devandraelsyadam1@gmail.com
Location
Tangerang Selatan, Banten, Indonesia
Response Time
Within 24 business hours