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Future of Software Engineering amidst AI
The next generation should think beyond the immediate impact of AI and consider what else it may transform. Rather than resisting the change, they should prepare by developing top-notch technical, creative, critical-thinking, and communication skills. The future of software engineering will not be defined simply by developers competing to be the best among themselves; increasingly,…
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₹39, a Village Tower, and the Man Who Holds the Switch
Thirty-nine rupees I was in Mumbai recently, running work calls and answering emails off my phone’s hotspot for two days. At the end of the trip, a notification told me what it had cost: ₹39 for 3 GB. For reference, ₹39 in Mumbai is two vada pavs and some change. I had spent more on…
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Tribute to Earth’s dearest friend – Yellanna
On the morning of Vinayaka Chaturthi, homes were filled with joy, flowers and pooja of Vigneshwar. I got news that stopped me cold. Yellanna had attained sadgati and is no more. Most people live quietly and leave without much of a ripple. But once in a long while you meet someone whose life is so…
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SaaS is not dead: Why AI is Reshaping Software in 2026
Since early 2026, the software sector is facing a massive sell off and there is a new term in the market called “SaaSpocalypse”. Most investors feared that autonomous AI agents and “vibe coding” would allow enterprises to build internal tools, and making commercial software-as-a-service (SaaS) no more valid. However, recent macroeconomic data reveals a different…
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A Decade at Sparity: From Founder to Family
Today marks a profound personal and professional milestone: it has been 10 years since iD’sign Technologies, the company I poured my heart into founding, became part of Sparity through acquisition. When I look back at that pivotal transition a decade ago, I realize this journey has far exceeded my expectations. It wasn’t just a change…
