About Dr. Elena Santana
I'm a software engineer, educator, curriculum developer, researcher, and lifelong bargain hunter. Shopping Guru PhD is my passion project—a place to share products I genuinely enjoy, honest experiences, and smarter ways to find a better price.
How it began
I often discover beautiful keyboards, collectibles, stationery, beauty products, and useful tools through TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and other creators. Sometimes the product is wonderful. Sometimes it does not live up to the hype. Frequently, I discover that the same product can be purchased somewhere else for less.
Why Shopping Guru PhD
I compare sellers, read the details, look for coupons, review cashback opportunities, examine the real value, and then share what I learned. This began as a hobby built around the things I love—and the deals I have learned how to find.
Behind the reviews
Technology, systems, and analytical problem solving.
Florida-certified educator serving learners from early childhood through adulthood.
PhD in Engineering & Computing Education with a commitment to evidence and clear communication.
The Shopping Guru Promise
“If I love it, I'll tell you. If I don't, I'll tell you. If there is a better price somewhere else, I'll help you find it.”
A little more about me
My other passion
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