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Rahitul Islam | Writer and Journalist Portrait

RAHITUL ISLAM

Bangladeshi IT Journalist & Author

I am an IT journalist and author with a strong interest in technology and its impact on people and society. Through my journalism, I explore topics such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital innovation, freelancing and entrepreneurship, with a focus on making complex subjects accessible to a wider audience. As an author, I use books and storytelling to explore technology from a human perspective. My work highlights the experiences, challenges and achievements of people whose lives and careers are being shaped by the digital world.

Throughout my career, I have focused on uncovering meaningful stories from Bangladesh’s growing technology sector. From the achievements of tech entrepreneurs and the rise of freelancing to emerging innovations, my aim has been to document the people and ideas contributing to the country’s digital transformation. I also hope my work encourages young journalists and writers to explore technology-focused journalism and tell important stories for a new generation of readers.

In addition to journalism, I am an author who believes in the power of storytelling. I have published 26 books, covering subjects ranging from technology, freelancing and entrepreneurship to fiction and human experiences. Through my books, I aim to transform real-life experiences, observations and industry insights into engaging narratives that readers can understand and relate to.

I write to inform, educate and inspire. Through my books, articles and journalistic work, I tell the stories of people, ideas and developments shaping Bangladesh’s technology sector. My aim is to connect with readers in Bangladesh and beyond while highlighting the potential of the country’s digital landscape and the people contributing to its growth.

When I began my journey, technology and the opportunities emerging from Bangladesh’s IT sector received far less mainstream attention than they do today. I wanted to help bring these stories to a wider audience. As I often say, “I want to convey the message of Bangladesh’s IT sector through my writings to people in and out of the country. I want to highlight each and every new story to everyone.” This purpose continues to guide my work as I explore technology, innovation and their impact on society.

Through this platform, I invite you to join me in exploring the people, stories, innovations and opportunities shaping Bangladesh’s evolving digital landscape.

About Rahitul Islam’s Work:

  • Rahitul Islam is an ICT journalist and writer. He is working in the country’s leading media house.
  • So far he has written 26 books. Out of them 6 books are on freelancing. (1. Outsourcing and Bhalobasar Golpo, 2. Kemon Ache Freelancer Nadia, 3. Freelancer Sumoner Din-Rat, 4. Kibhabe Gorben Freelancing Career, 5. Shamim Hussain: Freelancing Gorar Karigor, 6. Freelancing and a Tale of Love).
  • His book, Outsourcing and Bhalobasar Golpo has earned him National Freelancing Award 2019. This novel was published in English from the Phillipines. Based on this novel A short film was made and popular artists Afran Nisho and Tanjin Tisha played key roles in it.
  • His another book, Aparajita, Tale of a Call Center Girl has received SBSP Literature Award 2021.
  • Another telefilm was made on his book Kemon Ache Freelancer Nadia and Mehjabin Chowdhury played the main role in it.
  • Another telefilm made on his novel Charer master computer Engineer achieved huge public applause.

Book Series: Heroes of Information Technology

Rahitul Islam has documented the stories of pioneers who contributed to the development of Bangladesh’s Information and Communication Technology sector. His Heroes of Information Technology series highlights individuals whose work played an important role in the country’s technological development.

  1. ICT Hero Shaheda Mustafiz (First Woman Programmer of the Country)
  2. ICT Hero Abdullah H Kafi
  3. ICT Hero S M Kamal
  4. ICT Hero Zamilur Raza Chowdhury

Friday Success Story in Prothom Alo:

A succes story is published on the front page of Prothom Alo on every Friday. Name of that section is Sukhobor. Rahitul Islam roams about the 64 districts of the country to bring out the success stories. So far 50+ such success stories have been published in the front page of Prothom Alo.

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