Ishtiak bin Mortuza

Computer Scientist • Activist • Author • Micronationalist

Jack of all trades, trying to be the best version of me.

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Computer Scientist

Currently developing a machine learning model aimed at predicting whether a film is likely to achieve critical success based on its script and transcript. This work reflects my broader interest in the intersection of computational methods, natural language processing, and creative industries.

Machine Learning 2025

Activist

As a proud veteran of the Anti-Fascist Revolution of July 2024 in Bangladesh, I remain committed to the principles of justice and civic responsibility. My activism has shaped my perspective on leadership, resilience, and the power of collective action.

Warfare 2024

Author

Writing is one of my most enduring passions. In my free time, I explore diverse themes through prose and essays, some of which are published on my blog at Medium. My writing reflects both personal insight and broader social commentary.

Author Lifelong

Micronationalist

I am also an active member of the micronationalist community, contributing to the ongoing discourse on alternative governance, sovereignty, and identity. More about my work and affiliations in this sphere can be found on my Micronations Wiki profile.

Micronationalism 2021

Writing

The Art of Digital Minimalism

Essay • Design Quarterly • March 2024

In an age of digital excess, the most powerful design choice might be what we choose to leave out. True minimalism isn't about emptiness—it's about intentionality, about creating space for what matters most to breathe and flourish...

Typography as Time Machine

Article • Creative Review • February 2024

Every typeface carries the DNA of its era, encoding cultural values, technological constraints, and aesthetic aspirations. When we choose Helvetica over Garamond, we're not just selecting letterforms—we're choosing time periods, worldviews, and emotional landscapes...

Silent Spaces, Loud Impact

Feature • Design Observer • January 2024

White space is not empty space—it's potential energy waiting to be activated. In the relationship between text and void, between form and absence, lies the secret language that great designs whisper to their audiences...

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Ready to collaborate on your next creative project? Whether it's crafting a brand story, designing an editorial piece, or exploring new creative territories, I'd love to hear from you.