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Running a Cloud on Your Box for .NET Development – Using the power of DAPR

As a software engineer working with .NET, integrating cloud-native technologies into your local development workflow can be challenging. However, with Dapr (Distributed Application Runtime), you can simplify the process and run a “cloud on your box.” In this detailed blog post, we’ll delve deeper into how you can leverage Dapr to streamline .NET development, covering …

Enhancing Global Web Performance and Security: A Dive into Cloudflare and Kubernetes Integration

In an era where digital presence dictates success, optimizing web performance and security across the globe isn’t just nice to have; it’s a necessity. Leveraging Cloudflare’s geo-steering alongside Argo Tunnel presents an avant-garde approach to navigating these challenges, especially when integrated with Kubernetes (K8s) clusters. Let’s unpack this potent combination to turbocharge your applications and …

A year in reflection: leadership, growth, and embracing challenges

Reflecting on the year gone by, I’m struck by a blend of profound achievements and insightful lessons. This year has been a testament to resilience, leadership, and the transformative power of mentorship, marking a significant chapter in my professional journey. Chapter 1: The Art of Mentorship The role of mentor has been a highlight of …

Cars and leadership

Leadership & Collaboration: Unpacking the World of Disney’s “Cars”

Let’s shift gears from the complexities of software development and venture into the heartwarming lanes of Radiator Springs – the setting of one of my all-time favorite movies, Disney’s “Cars”. Might seem out of the blue, but beneath its animated façade lies a myriad of invaluable lessons on leadership and collaboration. So, without further ado, …

Leadership By Example and Command By Intent: A Modern Approach to Corporate Leadership

Today, let’s dive into a subject that’s often talked about but not as frequently mastered: leadership. If you’ve worked in a Fortune 500 company—or any organization for that matter—you know how impactful good leadership can be. Now, I’m not here to give you a run-of-the-mill leadership 101 guide; instead, I want to discuss two incredibly …

Maximizing Application Performance: The Benefits of Event-Driven Architectures with Azure Event Hub and Service Bus

Hey folks, if you’re developing applications in today’s fast-paced world, you need an architecture that’s not just robust but also adaptable and efficient. That’s where event-driven architecture (EDA) comes into play. And guess what? Azure’s Event Hub and Service Bus can supercharge this approach. This blog post is all about understanding the undeniable benefits of …

My own perspective on leadership

Introduction to my personal perspective on leadership Welcome to the intricacies of leadership—a subject that has piqued my curiosity and fueled my career both as a lead software engineer in a Fortune 500 tech company and as an entrepreneur. Most articles, webinars, and talks you’ll encounter about leadership focus on the broad strokes: building a …

Appetite for Risk: Embracing New Technologies in Software Engineering

In the fast-paced world of technology, staying ahead of the curve is essential for success. Whether as a lead software engineer at a Fortune 500 company or an entrepreneur in the IT sector, the willingness to take calculated risks on new technologies can spell the difference between being an industry leader and falling behind. As …

Understanding ‘Start with Why’: Insights from a software engineer and entrepreneur’s perspective

Discover how Simon Sinek’s “Start with Why” can revolutionize your approach to software engineering and entrepreneurship. Understand the power of the ‘why’ in driving innovation, fostering growth, and building successful businesses in the tech world. Dive into an in-depth exploration of this concept from the perspective of a seasoned software engineer and entrepreneur.

Lucidchart vs. Visio: A Deep Dive into Diagramming Tools

Compare Lucidchart vs Visio: Understand the pros, cons, and why Lucidchart excels in collaboration and versatility