Currently, I work at the IT company in Russia called Yandex. My department develops e-health service which allows people to get distance medical help.
During my studying at the University, I was a professional poker player.
As a hobby, I develop my own project which helps people reach their goals and to fight against procrastination

I have many active hobbies: basketball, wakeboarding, snowboarding, etc.

As for my personality, I try to reflect deeply on this life, people, the universe, our role as a civilization. I like to have smart talks with smart people. Despite this, I am not a boring guy. Trying to have life balance and don't miss good parties :)

You may check my insta — https://www.instagram.com/zhuravlev_artyom/

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I used to travel abroad via package tours. But then I realized that there are some better ways to explore new countries and cultures. I think that locals can show you much more colors than guides.
Moreover, it's so cool to meet new different people with their own lifestyle.

Interests

• technology
• billiards
• poker
• snowboarding
• wakeboarding
• basketball
• business
• neuroscience
• psychology
• science
• mindfulness
• futurism
• rationality

Music, Movies, and Books

Films:
I am a big fan of those directors:
Christopher Nolan
Martin Scorsese
David Fincher

Books:
Goal — eliyahu goldratt
Harry Potter and Methods of Rationality (fanfic)
Games people play

Music:
different kinds of light electronic music: deep house, chillout, lounge

Teach, Learn, Share

There are many myths about Russia. I think it will be interesting for you to learn the realistic view from cosmopolite guy as me :)

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can bring you some symbolical gifts from Russia :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Thailand, United Arab Emirates

Countries I’ve Lived In

Russian Federation