Meet Me- Sarthak Gupta - Young Indie App Developer Making Waves

From Jammu to Global Recognition

I’m Sarthak Gupta, and I’m not your typical high school student. At just 17 years old, I’ve been making waves in the tech industry as an indie app developer and entrepreneur from Jammu, India. My journey began when I was 12 years old when I first dipped my toes into the world of coding, starting with HTML and Java. Today, I’m a proficient developer with an impressive portfolio of projects that have caught the attention of developers worldwide.

The Making of a Young Tech Prodigy

I currently study in the Non-Medical stream (Physics, Chemistry, Maths, and Information Practices) at Jodhamal Public School in Jammu. I’ve managed to balance my academic responsibilities with my passion for technology. My dedication to coding was evident from my early start - I began programming when I was just 12 years old, and I haven’t looked back since.

“I love to code. Really.” - Me, Sarthak Gupta

My Technical Arsenal and Skills

My technical expertise spans across multiple domains: Web Development, App Development & AI Development.

My Impressive Project Portfolio

AnyLLM - AI Accessibility for Everyone

One of my flagship projects is AnyLLM, a platform I created that allows developers to ship their own AI SaaS in just 80$.

Blaze IDE - Code Editor Extraordinaire

Blaze IDE represents another major achievement in my portfolio. This Python code editor gained significant recognition when it secured the #13 spot on Product Hunt, one of the most competitive platforms for showcasing tech products. The achievement speaks volumes about the quality and utility of my development tools.

MIT App Inventor Extensions

I’ve authored 20+ extensions for MIT App Inventor, expanding the capabilities of this popular no-code platform:

• YtThumbnail Extension: Download YouTube thumbnails
• Avatar Extension: Generate user avatars
• Flash Extension: Utilize Camera2 API
• GroqText & GroqVision: Integrate Groq AI APIs for text and vision tasks
• ExcelX Extension: Enhanced spreadsheet functionality
• AES Encryption: Security-focused encryption tools

These extensions are available on BuyMeACoffee, showcasing my entrepreneurial approach to sharing my innovations.

My Academic and Competitive Achievements

My excellence extends beyond app development into academic competitions:

• SOF Olympiads: National Cyber Olympiad (Zonal Rank 1, International Rank 19), National Science Olympiad (Zonal Rank 1), International Mathematics Olympiad (Zonal Rank 1) & more
• Hackathon Success:
  • Not Just Hack 2024: Special Mention
  • MIT App Inventor Appathon 2023: People’s Choice Winner
  • KCIYTF 2023: IT Quiz Winner
  • KCPS IT 2022: IT Quiz Winner

Content Creation and Community Building

My TechXSarthak Blog

Through my blog TechXSarthak, I share coding tutorials, tech reviews, and insights about my development journey. My blog serves as both a learning resource and a window into my experiences as a young developer.

My YouTube Presence

I run a YouTube channel where I share technology content, coding tutorials, and app development insights, further establishing my presence in the developer community.

My Entrepreneurial Spirit

Despite my young age, I demonstrate remarkable entrepreneurial acumen. I’ve successfully monetized my skills through:

• App development and extensions
• Content creation on multiple platforms
• Strategic partnerships and collaborations

Connect with Me

• 𝕏: x.com/techxsarthak
• GitHub: github.com/techxsarthak
• BuyMeACoffee: buymeacoffee.com/techxsarthak

The Road Ahead

As I continue my high school journey while building innovative applications and tools, I hope to serve as an inspiration to young developers worldwide. My story proves that age is no barrier to making significant contributions to the tech industry. With my combination of technical skills, entrepreneurial mindset, and academic excellence, I’m excited about what the future holds.

My journey reminds me that with passion, dedication, and the right skills, even high school students can create impactful solutions that benefit the global developer community.