2024 Wrapped

If I had to sum up 2024 in two words, they'd be "adventure" and "change." The year kicked off with the biggest change of all—moving to the US and settling in San Francisco. It was a thrilling yet challenging transition. I quickly fell in love with SF; the weather is unbeatable, and I’m constantly surrounded by some of the brightest minds on the planet. Being in Silicon Valley, soaking up all that inspiration, was like a much-needed dopamine boost on my founder’s journey.

I also dove into some of the most exciting tech projects I've ever tackled. I pushed myself to understand Kubernetes on a deeper level, especially the challenges of scaling ML services using open-source frameworks like KServe and KNative. On top of that, I embarked on a journey with Rust—something I’d always wanted to do. Learning and shipping code in Rust was a completely new experience that not only taught me the intricacies of low-level programming but also showed me how modern language abstractions can sometimes lead to inefficiencies.

Perhaps the most humbling part of the year was truly grasping how hard it is to build a product with an excellent developer experience—I’ve definitely earned my fair share of scar tissue here. After a few stumbles, I learned that there are three essential things to master:

• Flexibility: Your platform should adapt easily to developers, eliminating steep learning curves and cumbersome processes.
• Feedback: It's crucial for your system to handle errors gracefully, providing clear and actionable feedback, especially when integrating with countless unpredictable inputs.
• Speed: This is often the simplest yet most overlooked aspect. Every threefold improvement in speed can unlock entirely new use cases.

All in all, 2024 was a year of relentless exploration, deep learning, and personal growth—a true adventure marked by constant change.

Hackathon in SF

Being in SF has a way of sharpening your focus while surrounding you with incredibly smart people. While there are many ways to connect with these brilliant minds, I've really come to love hackathons. Spending a couple of days immersed in building something unique not only lets me dive into new tech but also brings me together with other passionate builders. It’s quickly become one of my favorite weekend rituals.

Catching with the Team in Person

One of the toughest challenges this year, after my move, was managing a remote team spread across a 12-hour time difference. It took a lot of fine-tuning and several trips back and forth to get things right. Although we eventually became quite efficient, nothing compares to the unique joy of building together in an office. Every three to four months, when we finally caught up, it wasn’t just about work. We had a blast with laser tag games, memorable Goa vacations, and plenty of fun moments that made those in-person meetups truly special.

Vacation time with Family

We had an unforgettable time in Bali, savoring the island’s rich and diverse cuisine—each dish bursting with bold, unique flavors. One of the highlights was a day trip to the stunning Ulun Danu Temple, where we marveled at its serene beauty against the backdrop of the tranquil lake. Another unforgettable experience was our visit to Gili T Island, where we spent the day lounging on pristine white sand beaches, swimming in crystal-clear waters, and indulging in the incredible local food. The entire trip was a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and culinary delight.

Enjoying the downtime with Friends

After a couple of years, I finally managed to squeeze in a trip with my friends. With travel and work commitments, planning one had always been a challenge, but this year I enjoyed a 4-day getaway to Kodaikanal. The trip was full of surprises—from getting stranded at the airport by our cab driver to landing in the middle of a bustling, noisy street, and unexpectedly discovering delicious food along with a charming garden tour. It was a wonderful opportunity to reconnect after so long, filled with deep conversations and quality bonding moments.

Ready for 2025

So this is year i am super excited to be back to SF now for long and now to path of unknown again with mystries to solve and adventures, Looking forward to making new friends and having new experiences.