Papworth obtained his HND (Higher National Diploma) in Computer Studies from the University of West London.
He spent his childhood in Wokingham, Berkshire, and began his professional career at Ferranti International in Bracknell, United Kingdom.
Neil Papworth started his career at Ferranti International in Bracknell on aeronautical and military applications from 1988 to 1991.
He designed and programmed a movable vehicle satellite antenna and implemented software for automated helicopter-landing aids.
[9] Papworth gained popularity during the 10th and 20th anniversaries of the first text message, as highlighted in the press, and has been featured in several outlets such as a Super Bowl commercial,[7] a documentary movie,[10] a Jeopardy!