Hi, I'm Shihab
Ahammed
Passionate about cybersecurity, Linux, AI, and building secure systems. Currently studying Computer Science while exploring ethical hacking, C++, networking, and modern software development.
Shihab Ahammed
Dhaka, Bangladesh · GMT +6
01 — About
About me
Get to know me better and see what drives my passion for technology.
Hello — I'm Shihab Ahammed, a Computer Science student based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, studying at Southeast University.
My journey into tech started with a deep curiosity about how systems work — which led me into Linux, dual-boot setups, and eventually Arch Linux as my daily driver.
I have a strong passion for Cybersecurity — exploring networking protocols, ethical hacking, and solving CTF challenges in my spare time.
Outside of that, I enjoy gaming, experimenting with AI tools, and tutoring others in ICT.
Linux
Arch, Fedora, and Kali Linux — heavily customized to fit my workflow.
Cybersecurity
Ethical hacking, networking, and CTF challenges to sharpen my skills.
Software Dev
Writing code in C++, Python, and building full-stack applications.
AI
Local LLMs with Ollama and Open WebUI integrated into daily workflows.
02 — Skills
Technical skills
Technologies and tools I use to build secure systems and modern applications.
Languages & Frontend
Programming & Dev
InfoSec & Networking
Cybersecurity
Environment & Distros
Tools & Platforms
03 — Projects
Featured projects
Some of the things I've built to apply my skills and solve problems.
Bus Reservation System
A console-based reservation system built in C++ to manage bookings, track seat availability, and handle passenger records.
Linux Customization Lab
A collection of scripts and configs for customizing Arch Linux, Fedora, and Kali Linux — includes automated dotfiles setup and ricing.
Cybersecurity CTF Toolkit
A curated set of scripts and tools for solving CTF challenges, focused on network analysis and cryptography.
AI Assistant Experiments
Local LLM integrations using Ollama and Open WebUI to build a privacy-first AI assistant for coding and daily tasks.
04 — Experience
Education & Experience
My academic background and professional journey so far.
B.Sc. in Computer Science & Engineering
CurrentBuilding a strong foundation in computer science, data structures, algorithms, and software engineering. Exploring cybersecurity and Linux as specialized interests.
ICT Tutor
Part-timeProvided part-time ICT tutoring, helping students understand computer science fundamentals and basic programming concepts.
Learning Journey
Latest writing
Thoughts, tutorials, and insights on tech, cybersecurity, and Linux.
Mastering Linux Customization: A Guide to Arch Linux
Dive into the world of dotfiles, window managers, and ricing to create the perfect development environment on Arch Linux.
Understanding Network Protocols for Ethical Hacking
A beginner-friendly breakdown of TCP/IP, DNS, and HTTP, and how attackers exploit misconfigurations in these protocols.
Running Local LLMs with Ollama
How to set up your own private, locally-hosted AI assistant using Ollama and Open WebUI without compromising data privacy.
06 — Contact
Get in touch
Have a question or want to work together? Reach out!
Contact Information
I typically respond within 24 hours.