Hello Friend

I am a 22 years old student, currently in my last year of engineering school studying in computer science in the city of Bordeaux. Originally from Marrakech Morocco, I moved to France 3 years ago for my studies and never left since then :)

Even if I am pretty close to the French culture and language (Morocco is a Arabic/French-speaking country), I learned a lot during my stay here. Living abroad in a university campus have allowed me to meet people from all over the world, each one with his own experiences, habits, stories. Learning and getting inspired by them has been a real pleasure.
When I have the time, I travel in Europe and try to discover the culture of its people. My travel history is not huge but I working on it :)

I love science: math, physics and their applications on engineering. I think no one can get enough of learning the scientific principles that guide our life. I am also an aspiring entrepreneur, and I am currently working on projects to sharpen my skills on software development and artificial intelligence, hoping to make the next breakthrough in these fields :).
Even if my educational background is not artistic, I still like to practice different artistic activities. I've tried writing (in French), pencil drawing and I've recently made my first steps into music production. I find the creative process of transforming something from an idea to a real piece of art so mesmerizing and fulfilling.

https://www.facebook.com/achraf.elkhamsi
https://www.instagram.com/achraf_elkhamsi

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Meet new people and get inspired by as many experiences as possible.

Interests

• writing
• reading
• traveling
• music
• swimming
• science
• volunteering
• art
• computers

Music, Movies, and Books

---BOOKS---
I enjoy reading. I am a big fan of fantasy books. My favorite writers in this genre are J.K Rowling, Sarah J.Mass, Patrick Rothfuss.
I started recently to read classic english novels. I've read Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë and even if the english is old, I've enjoyed the story. Will definitly read some more classics.
In French literature, my favorite writer is Guy de Maupassant. His short stories are easy to read and are so enjoyable.
I am a slow reader though...that's why my TBR is bigger than the books i've read :)

---MUSIC---
Jazz, Blues & Classic music while chilling
Rap & Pop when wanting to get energized

Teach, Learn, Share

---TEACH---
how to program...Woohoo...isn't it fun ?
some French or Arabic words (Spanish ? not sure)
how to cook French pancakes. (....it's the only French thing I know)
how to make some Moroccan meals

---LEARN---
I am interested in learning everything, especially if it's related to art.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Deep talks, listen other people's stories, share my experiences and aspirations for the future, talk about books, science, music, art...share my culture, hang out and grab some food & drinks, make some delicious Moroccan meals or French pancakes (crêpe).

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, Morocco