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Debugging life, one breakpoint at a time.
Software engineer with decades of professional experience. Exploring the parallels between building highly scalable systems and living a deeply fulfilling life.
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Aug 13, 2025 · 2 min read · Yes, the claps were from the CEO at Medium — no play of words here.I’ve a screenshot, in case you’re curious… or doubtful. It was 12:24 a.m. on August 12th, just past the midnight. I was making tea, a plot for a short story brewing in my mind. I hav...
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Aug 11, 2025 · 2 min read · I once signed up for a mindful meditation session — because many said “It’s life-changing”. The whole time, sitting cross-legged, with pain in my lower back, I was busy wondering if my paycheck had hit my account. The session ended after 45 minutes. ...
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Aug 9, 2025 · 3 min read · Shivering on the frosty bench, she pulled her thin coat tighter against the icy wind, her bare hands red and raw. The neon display flickered above her:Bus #47–Delayed.Arriving in 3 minutes. She sighed. Meera had moved to this icy northern city just y...
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Aug 7, 2025 · 3 min read · I wish I knew this when I started writing on Medium. But I learned it the hard way. I hope this story makes someone else’s journey a little easier. Because, here’s the hard truth: Within the first 6–12 months, nearly 90% of new writers give up.† And,...
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Aug 5, 2025 · 3 min read · It wasn’t love at first sight. Their first meeting felt like a performance — he was making sure his biceps showed beneath perfectly arranged sleeves, while she angled her smile just right so he didn’t miss her dimples. It was a typical arranged marri...
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