Sandeep Maddheshiya
Software engineer and builder behind the software, image-processing systems, and country-specific photo requirements database powering VisaReadyNow.
Background & Role at VisaReadyNow
Sandeep Maddheshiya is the founder and lead software engineer behind VisaReadyNow. He develops the platform's image-processing systems, automated photo checks, and country-specific requirements database.
He built VisaReadyNow to make it easier for applicants to prepare photos according to the published requirements for different visa, passport, and immigration applications.
His work focuses on translating published photo specifications—such as image dimensions, head and face positioning, file formats, file-size limits, and background requirements—into automated software checks and photo-processing workflows.
How VisaReadyNow Researches Photo Requirements
Sandeep oversees the technical research and implementation of country-specific photo requirements used throughout VisaReadyNow.
The process includes:
- Reviewing requirements published by relevant government, immigration, passport, and consular authorities.
- Recording applicable physical and digital photo specifications.
- Translating published measurements and technical requirements into software rules.
- Testing photo-processing and validation logic against those requirements.
- Reviewing published sources periodically for changes.
- Updating VisaReadyNow's database and photo presets when requirements change.
Areas of Expertise & Disclaimers
Sandeep's areas of expertise include:
Sandeep does not provide:
VisaReadyNow is an independent software service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by any government agency, embassy, or immigration authority.