#AskDushyant Reflections on Technology, Memoir & Thoughtful Living
I didnât choose a platform to express my thinkingâI built one. NextStruggle is not a blog, but a self-developed thinking engine where ideas are captured, structured, and compounded over time. It represents a rare fusion of technology, experience, and ownershipâwhere I control not just the content, but the infrastructure it runs on. As a tech founder, I operate at the intersection of building, writing, and scaling knowledge, evolving this platform into more than expressionâinto a system that learns, adapts, and powers the AskDushyant AI persona. âI build platforms where thinking compounds, scales, and becomes intelligence.â
Congratulations to BJP on the victory in Bengal.
Iâve seen firsthandâeven in a short but challenging phase of my professional journey in Kolkataâhow difficult real life is in Bengal. It takes vision, persistence, and decisive leadership.
May this win translate into sustained progress and meaningful change for Bengal.
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Growing up, visiting my fatherâs workplace was always a fascinating adventure. As a child, I frequently accompanied him to the Sarni Power Plant on rugged Rajdoot motorcycle, marveling at the massive machinery and relishing hearty meals at the plant’s canteen. Those visits werenât just about seeing where my father spent his days but also about learning the significance of hard work and dedication in powering the nation. Fast forward to 2013, during my Maha Kumbh biking journey, I made a detour to Sirmour Hydro Electric Plant, where my father was then posted. Riding my Bajaj Avenger, I spent a day…
Every tech enthusiast dreams of building a powerful machine, and for me, that dream turned into reality. As a CSE graduate from NIT Rourkela with 20+ years in the tech industry, I always wanted a system that could handle high-performance computing and AI workloads. Building my SuperComputing AI cum Gaming Rig became more than just assembling partsâit was a personal passion project that tested my patience, technical skill, and love for hardware. Inside My Custom-Built Supercomputer The journey started with carefully chosen components: a Ryzen 9 processor with AM5 socket, high-frequency 64GB RAM, AIO liquid cooler, blazing-fast 2TB NVMe SSD,…
As I reflect on my enduring journey with the Services Selection Board (SSB), the essence of aspiring for the Indian Army emerges as a profound memories and enlightening experience. Having undergone the rigorous SSB process over three times, each attempt has been a stepping stone, unveiling not just the life of an Army officer but also the true spirit of being Indian and Your True Self. SSB – A Glimpse into Army Life The 4-5 days spent at the SSB are more than just a recruitment process; they are a window into the life of an Army officer. These days,…
Most companies do not fail because of a sophisticated cyber attack built by genius hackers in dark rooms. They fail because someone ignored an update. A delayed software patch, an…
Cyber security breaches rarely happen because attackers are unstoppable. Most of the time, they happen because organizations leave the door open. A weak password, an unpatched server, an exposed cloud…
Almost everyone has experienced this moment. You talk to a friend about buying running shoes, a new phone, or planning a vacation. A few hours later, you open social media…
Public Wi-Fi has become part of modern daily life. Whether people are working remotely, traveling for business, attending college, or simply relaxing in a cafĂŠ, free internet access feels like…
Cyber security is no longer a topic reserved for IT teams, government agencies, or large corporations. It affects everyone who uses a smartphone, laptop, email account, bank app, social media…
The way I build software has fundamentally changed. For decades, I operated in a system defined by timelines, sprint cycles, coordination overhead, and constant follow-ups. Progress depended not just on…
Iâm Dushyant Gadewalâ#AskDushyant, a small-town dreamer turned tech entrepreneur and advisor. From chasing cricket dreams and Indian Army SSB interviews to riding solo across India, my journey has been fueled by passion, curiosity, and a relentless drive to explore the unconventional.
My professional foundation was laid at NIT Rourkela, where I graduated in Computer Science & Engineering in 2006âan experience that shaped my problem-solving mindset and long-term view of technology.
Over the last two decades, Iâve lived and worked through the GurgaonâNCR startup ecosystem, experiencing it across multiple cyclesâearly-stage experimentation, rapid scale-ups, and acquisitions. My journey spans hands-on roles at Travelguru (Desiya), Vriti Infocom, and Nagarro, where I operated in fast-moving environments that demanded product-first thinking and execution at speed.
In 2010, I joined PeopleStrong as an early member of the core technology team, where I played a hands-on role in shaping the platformâs foundational product architecture. Over nearly a decade, I had the opportunity to see the organisation scale into one of Indiaâs leading HR technology companies. Importantly, this journey gave me perspective not only as a technologist, but also as a shareholderâincluding exit participation in its April 2025âGoldman Sachsâled transactionâand, therefore, a front-row view of how disciplined long-term technology and product decisions compound into sustainable enterprise value.
These experiences ultimately came together in the founding of ArcTop Labs, my own venture recognized under the #StartupIndia DIPP7405 initiative. Here, I apply everything learned from the startup trenchesâbuilding scalable, resilient technology platforms designed for real-world business impact, not just launch-day success.
In 2022, after two decades in the industry, I stepped away from full-time employment #RetireAt40 to pursue work rooted in freedom, creativity, and long-term impact. Now, I guide students, startups, and businesses as a tech advisorâhelping them align technology with vision, growth, and strategic clarity.
Through my blog, NextStruggle, I share personal memoirs, tech insights, and social reflections drawn from a life of experiments, risks, and reinvention.
Letâs connect if you’re building, transforming, or simply seeking clarity in your tech journey.
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