Global AI Compliance Begins With ISO 42001 — Here’s What to Know

In Dec 2023, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) published ISO 42001, the world’s first international standard specifically designed for artificial intelligence management systems. This landmark standard arrives at a critical juncture as organizations across industries grapple with implementing AI technologies responsibly, ethically, and effectively. Whether your organization is just beginning to explore AI capabilities … Read more

Smarter SQL Injection Testing with AI-Enhanced SQLMap

SQLMap is a powerful open-source tool for finding and taking advantage of SQL injection vulnerabilities in web applications. If you’ve been learning about ethical hacking, you’ve probably heard of it. But what if we could make SQLMap smarter so smart that it could think like a human penetration tester? That’s what SQLMap-AI does. It’s an … Read more

Book Review: Writing for Developers

Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links; I may receive compensation if you purchase the book from the different links provided in this post. This review is about Writing for Developers by Piotr Sarna and Cynthia Dunlop from Manning. I started my blog as a hobby seventeen years ago, in April 2008. At the time, I … Read more

OrcaMind.ai: Time for AI to Get Hands-On

Here’s what a real case teaches us: Xiao Zhang, an experienced crypto investor, recently heard about a highly promising new project — TokenX, set to launch on the BSC chain. Sensing a great opportunity, he decided to participate in the presale using 0.5 ETH. Under normal circumstances, this is what his operation flow would look … Read more

How We Built a Fast, Affordable Reverse Geocoding System for Our iOS App

In software development, one often encounters intriguing challenges, particularly when operating under stringent resource constraints and striving to minimize costs before the MVP proves its value. In such situations, the choice of algorithms and approaches becomes critical. I will discuss one such challenge related to working with geospatial data. Reverse Geocoding At the end of … Read more

Inside DolphinScheduler’s Pluggable Storage System

The Storage System in Apache DolphinScheduler provides a unified interface for storing and retrieving files across various storage backends. It enables resource management for workflows and tasks, allowing users to upload files such as scripts, JAR files, configuration files, and other artifacts that can be used in task execution. The system abstracts the underlying storage … Read more

Educational Byte: What is ReFi in Crypto?

We’re living in an era in which some urgent environmental measures must be taken before it’s too late. Those measures are mostly physical, yes, but did you know that we can have a green economy, too? That’s what the Regenerative Finance (ReFi) concept is about. This is closely tied to regenerative economics, a notion introduced … Read more

A Blueprint for Context-Aware AI Chats

If you’ve been wrestling with how to make AI conversations feel less like a series of one-off questions and more like a genuine, flowing dialogue, you’re in the right place. We’re seeing AI-driven chats pop up everywhere, from customer support bots to sophisticated virtual assistants. But making them truly smart and coherent? That’s where things … Read more

If We Want More Cybersecurity Experts, We Must Make CTF Competitions an Official eSport

In the early 2000s, South Korean cable networks began broadcasting StarCraft tournaments. By 2004, these events were drawing crowds of over 100,000. In 2011, Valve launched “The International” Dota 2 tournament with a $1.6 million prize pool. By 2021, that figure had grown to $40 million. And in 2018, Blizzard launched the Overwatch League, modeled … Read more

Bitcoin Mining’s Centralization Threat: Six Pools Now Control 95% of Mined Blocks

By 2025, Bitcoin mining has become noticeably more centralized than ever before. According to research by independent analyst b10c, the six largest pools control more than 95% of the blocks mined. This concentration of computing power can become a threat to the stability and decentralization of the network. In the Bitcoin mining industry, all of … Read more

The Many Layers of Caching: All the Places Data Lives in Modern Systems

The speed of modern software systems depends on caching as it’s an essential performance-enhancing factor. The discussion about caching extends beyond Redis and Memcached implementations. Data caching occurs across multiple overlapping layers, which start at the browser level of end users and extend through database internals and search indexes. Each caching layer provides distinct advantages … Read more

How Maheswari Govindaraju Brought 3D Commerce to Life at Wayfair

In an era where e-commerce success increasingly depends on customer experience and technological innovation, Maheswari Govindaraju’s transformative leadership of Wayfair’s 3D Asset Creation initiative stands as a landmark achievement in digital retail evolution. As Head of 3D Asset Creation Product Management from 2016 to 2019, Maheswari spearheaded an ambitious project that revolutionized how small business … Read more

How Amit Ojha Engineered Rad Power Bikes’ Digital Growth Surge

In an increasingly competitive e-commerce landscape where digital transformation has become essential for business growth, the remarkable achievements of Rad Power Bikes under the technological leadership of Amit Ojha stand as a compelling example of innovation-driven success. Through strategic implementation of cutting-edge technologies and cross-functional team leadership, Ojha orchestrated a comprehensive digital transformation that propelled … Read more

These 3 Types of People Are Killing Your Dreams—Silently

Listen Here → https://open.spotify.com/episode/4CorknLt0hPUsuLXFcsUbz?si=2iCqcN2ZQpSK1rXOgGg9kg&embedable=true “Surround yourself with the dreamers and the doers, the believers and thinkers, but most of all, surround yourself with those who see the greatness within you, even when you don’t see it yourself.” — Edmund Lee You’re surrounded by the wrong people. I know that sounds harsh. But after working with … Read more

Driving Excellence in Financial Technology Migration: The Success Story of Malli Temburu

In the complex landscape of financial technology transformations, where system migrations present significant operational risks and technical challenges, the exceptional work of Malli Temburu on the Project Financial Transaction Management initiative stands as a compelling example of adaptability, technical proficiency, and leadership in action. Rapidly evolving from newcomer to critical resource, Temburu’s journey illustrates how … Read more

How Bharath Rajasekaran Scaled a Global Data Pipeline in 3 Months

In an era where organizations increasingly recognize data as their most valuable asset, the remarkable success of Annalect’s global data pipeline migration stands as a testament to exceptional engineering leadership and technical vision. Under the guidance of Bharath Thandalam Rajasekaran, this ambitious cloud transformation initiative has set new benchmarks for scalability, efficiency, and business impact … Read more

Revolutionizing Contract Management: How Joshna Konudula Saved $34M by Fixing Contract Renewals

In a business landscape where efficiency and revenue optimization are paramount, Joshna Konudula has emerged as a pioneering force in Salesforce solution architecture. Her innovative approach to two critical projects—Weighted Average Start Date and Renewal Validation Automation—has set new standards for contract management excellence, delivering exceptional financial outcomes while dramatically improving operational efficiency. Transforming Contract … Read more

How Rajeev Kumar Sharma Rebuilt Fidelity’s Financial Infrastructure

In an era where legacy systems increasingly hinder financial institutions from meeting modern market demands, the transformative success of Fidelity’s Payment Distribution Platform stands as a testament to exceptional engineering leadership and technical vision. Under the skilled guidance of Full Stack Software Engineer Rajeev Kumar Sharma, this ambitious mainframe modernization initiative has established new benchmarks … Read more

How Pawan Kumar Built the World’s Largest E-Commerce Container Platform

In today’s hyper-competitive e-commerce landscape, where speed and reliability in global logistics can make or break market expansion, the Container and Freight Movement Platform project stands as a groundbreaking achievement in international supply chain management. Under the visionary leadership of Pawan Kumar, this innovative platform has fundamentally transformed how international sellers access the lucrative U.S. … Read more