IT families: Davronbek Achilov and Saodat Sadirbaeva

Davronbek Achilov, city — Tashkent, software architect engineer, Instagram

Saodat Sadirbaeva, city — Tashkent, programmer, Instagram , Telegram

About Us

Saodat. I have over five years of experience in IT, and my husband, Davronbek, is a software architect engineer with eight years of experience. We are a family of developers from Karakalpakstan. Our story began when I was a student looking for my first internship or job. I posted a message in one of the Telegram channels, sharing my skills and goals. Davron saw this message and suggested we discuss potential collaboration. We met for dinner near my dormitory: I shared my experience, and he shared his plans for the project he was working on. We discussed how I could help, and when it got dark, he walked me back to the dormitory.

A few days later, March 8th arrived — International Women's Day. Davron called me under the pretext of discussing the project, but instead, he gave me a huge bouquet of roses and a note proposing that I become his princess. From that moment, our relationship began, and two years later, we got married. For five years now, we have been happy together, combining our personal and professional paths.

How We Entered the IT Field

Saodat. We both received education in the IT field, and Davronbek holds a master's degree. My husband became interested in the internet back when it was barely functional, and even during his school years, he began figuring out how mobile applications worked. My parents also studied in IT, and my brother is a leading specialist in this field. I grew up studying and playing on the computer, but I never thought I would become a programmer.

Currently, I work remotely for a US-based company as a team lead.

Davronbek. I work as a leading specialist at one of the country's largest IT companies.

Distribution of Responsibilities

Saodat. We do not obsess over household chores. Davron believes that we are equal in life and helps me around the house without any issues. We do not have a strict division of responsibilities: whoever is free takes care of our daughter, cooks, and cleans, although most often I do these things.

Davronbek. Every weekend, we try to spend time outside the house. We love going out into nature — to parks, mountains, or by the river, where we walk for a long time. We appreciate nature, fresh air, and enjoy meeting with friends.

Family Traditions

Davronbek and Saodat. We have a family tradition — every year on our daughter's birthday, we take a family photo. It is a fun and memorable event. When she grows up, it will be interesting for her to see how she changed and grew each year.

Family values for us consist of equality, support, and mutual understanding. It is necessary to respect each other's desires and time, help each other in difficult moments, and share responsibility for the family and household. It is important to us that our daughter grows up in an atmosphere of love and care, where everyone feels heard and important.

Combining Household and Work

Saodat. Since I work in the American time zone, I take care of the house and child during the day while Davron is at the office. In the evening, when I start my work, he takes over care of the house and our daughter. Thanks to the flexible schedules often available in the IT field, we maintain a balance between work and personal life.

IT is an ideal field for mothers on maternity leave, such as myself. I can be both a mother and a professional, without limiting myself in career and development.

Recommendations for a Happy Family Life

Saodat. To create a happy family, first of all, it is important to find a partner who will not try to change your worldview or personality, but will accept you as you are. My husband and I value each other's perspectives and do not expect changes to meet someone else's expectations.

Davronbek. A happy family is built on the ability to discuss important issues, listen to each other, rejoice in even small achievements, and the desire to create as many bright memories as possible every day.

How IT Families Differ from Others

Davronbek and Saodat. Since the IT field is constantly evolving, we both set challenges for ourselves — to grow at the same pace. We share both problems and achievements with each other, and such discussions can go on endlessly. It is great when a husband and wife enthusiastically discuss interesting topics in IT — this makes us even more united and closer.

Saodat. Last year, we worked in the same European company as colleagues. We also jointly developed several startup projects. When I got tired, Davron was always nearby, helping me complete my tasks. We supported each other in solving technical problems, which was truly valuable.

We are partners in life and colleagues at work. We have so much in common that sharing it with each other is a pleasure. I think a family can be considered happy when partners enjoy every aspect of their lives.