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Do good things, don't worry about scale, don't let systemic issues stop you
Here’s something worth thinking about: you don’t have to worry about the systematic issues. You can make change as a single person. Often when I want to help somebody out, I’m overwhelmed by the scale of the issues I will need to fix. And it’s...
On Burnout
I spent so much time and effort working on this blog that I forgot that consistency mattered over immediate output. I was burnt out because I put a lot of effort writing and making changes on this website that it stopped being fun or interesting....
Understanding what kind of leader you are: a new lens to look at Engineering leadership
Here’s a novel way to help engineering leaders understand themselves, and evaluate the best way to leverage their skillsets.
How our squad integrated data scientists and software engineers
We learned important lessons after integrating data scientists and software engineers into a unified team as we tested different team structures and planning regimen. This essay takes us through the journey of that discovery.
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What a 1,300-year-old temple can teach us about software maintenance
Don’t entomb your applications, make them flexible, ready to make gradual changes. That way, they won’t need an overhaul from scratch when the time comes.
Diverse hobbies for igniting engineering innovation
My journey with juggling multiple unrelated hobbies suggests that engineers with a diverse interest are assets to allows for greater innovation and creativity.
In defence of the duct-Tape and strings approach to software development
The “duct-tape and strings” approach to building software systems prioritizes functionality and rapid iteration over achieving design perfection. While it might raise eyebrows among proponents of careful planning, it’s borne out of real-world pressure and can lead to successful outcomes.
Srini Pillay's Tinker Dabble Try: The Power of an Unfocused Mind, A book review
Planned “unfocused” activities can enhance your cognitive toolkit. In “Tinker Dabble Doodle Try: The Power of an Unfocused Mind,” Dr. Srini Pillay challenges the idea that laser-sharp focus is the key to success, particularly for engineers grappling with complex problems.
Introduction to Large Language Models (LLMs) and Running Them Locally on Your Mac Using OLLAMA
This essay will provide an introduction to Large Language Models (LLMs) and explore the process of running them locally on a Mac using OLLAMA.
