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Two Wheels, Endless Memories: My 2009 Ride to Mohad From Sarni
In 2009, I embarked on a soul-searching bike journey across my home state of Madhya Pradesh, creating memories that remain etched in my heart. Starting from Sarni, I rode over 300 km through the dense Satpura jungles, crossed the serene Narmada river, and passed vibrant farmlands on my way to Mohad, where my grandparents lived.…
Soulful Stories from Nana’s Farm at Mohad: Lessons Captured on Film Year 2009
In 2009, during a period of introspection, I returned to my ancestral village, Mohad Kareli in Madhya Pradesh, to rediscover the essence of simplicity and the values deeply rooted in rural life. Spending time on my grandfather’s farm became a transformative experience—splashing in borewell water, savoring fresh sugarcane, and holding lambs offered not just joy…
Frames of Wisdom Nana’s Farm and Life Lessons: Journey of Soul Searching in Mohad Year 2009
In 2009, during a period of soul-searching, I returned to his ancestral village, Mohad Kareli in Madhya Pradesh, to reconnect with the simplicity of rural life. I spent cherished moments on his grandfather’s farm, engaging in activities like splashing in borewell water, tasting fresh sugarcane, and holding lambs, which provided a refreshing escape from the…
Cloud platforms like AWS DynamoDB, Google Firestore, Azure Cosmos DB, and MongoDB Atlas have revolutionized how we deploy and manage NoSQL databases. They offer scalability, ease of use, and integration with other cloud services, making them an attractive option for businesses of all sizes. However, these benefits come with hidden costs that can significantly impact…
The rise of NoSQL databases has transformed the data storage landscape, providing unparalleled flexibility and scalability. While they offer advantages over traditional relational databases (RDBMS) in certain scenarios, adopting NoSQL comes with hidden costs that organizations must carefully consider. Two decades in the tech world have seen me spearhead groundbreaking innovations, engineer scalable solutions, and…
Scaling databases efficiently is a critical challenge in today’s data-driven world. While SQL databases have long been the cornerstone of data storage, their scalability often lags behind the flexibility offered by NoSQL solutions. However, with the right strategies, SQL databases can be scaled effectively, even mimicking the agility of NoSQL. With 20 years of experience…
In the age of big data, selecting the right tool for your data processing needs can significantly influence your project’s success. Among the most prominent tools in the big data ecosystem are Hadoop and Apache Spark. While both have powerful capabilities, they are designed for different use cases. My two decades in tech have been…
Mumbai City of Dreams: Magical memories of Maya Nagri year 2014
Mumbai, the city I once viewed as Maya Nagri from the perspective of a small-town boy, became a vivid reality during my teenage years when I first visited IIT Mumbai for my B.Tech counseling. Fast forward to 2014, I found myself returning to Mumbai for my sister’s higher studies, and this time, I documented the charm of…
Harley Davidson Dreams: From Childhood Vision to Life on the Open Road
Every child has a dream, often tied to becoming someone or achieving something special. For me, it all began in the late ’90s when I watched a rugged documentary about Harley-Davidson on Discovery Channel. From that moment, I dreamed of owning this iconic bike one day. When that dream finally came true, it became one…
Through the Lens: Vibrant Memories of Sarni’s Sunday Sabji Bazaar Year 2010
In 2010, I revisited the bustling Sunday Sabji Bazaar in Sarni, Betel, Madhya Pradesh, with my father, reliving cherished childhood memories of our weekend outings. The market was a lively scene of colorful vegetables, fresh greens, and the rich aroma of spices, showcasing the region’s agricultural charm. Beyond a shopping destination, it was a communal…
Rainy Trek of Mathar Dev Satpura hills: Vlog Memoir Sarni Madhya Pradesh Year 2009
Most of my childhood spent at the foothills of Mathar Dev, MPEB colony in Sarni, Madhya Pradesh. In 2009, during a journey of self-exploration, I had the opportunity to once again trek Mathar Dev satpura hills on a rainy day—an experience that remains one of my most cherished memories. During my trek, I met Satish…
Rainy Trek of Mathar Dev through my lens: Sarni Madhya Pradesh Year2009
Most of my childhood spent at the foothills of Mathar Dev, MPEB colony in Sarni, Madhya Pradesh. In 2009, during a journey of self-exploration, I had the opportunity to once again trek Mathar Dev satpura hills on a rainy day—an experience that remains one of my most cherished memories. During my trek, I met Satish…
Automating repetitive tasks is key to modern software development. Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment/Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines streamline workflows, ensure code quality, and accelerate deployments. Python, known for its versatility and extensive library support, is an excellent choice for integrating text processing tasks into CI/CD pipelines. In my two decades in the tech world, I haven’t…
Automating workflows is essential for modern software development. Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment/Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines enable teams to integrate, test, and deploy code efficiently. While PHP is a popular language for web development, it can play a vital role in automating CI/CD processes, including linting, testing, deployment, and database migrations. For over 20 years, I’ve…
Legacy datasets often bring unique challenges, especially when dealing with mixed or unknown encodings. Encoding errors can corrupt text, create unreadable characters, or cause application crashes. Detecting and fixing these issues is crucial for maintaining data integrity and usability. In my 20-year tech career, I’ve been a catalyst for innovation, architecting scalable solutions that lead…
Automating file tasks such as text replacement, backups, and file processing is essential for improving efficiency and reducing errors. Python and shell scripts are two popular tools for file automation, but choosing the right one depends on the complexity of your task, the environment, and your familiarity with the tool. For over two decades, I’ve…
Maha Kumbh 2013 in Motion: My Unforgettable Bike Ride and Spiritual Experience
In 2013, I embarked on an unforgettable bike journey to the Maha Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj, a once-in-12-years spiritual gathering at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. Riding my trusted Bajaj Avenger, I covered 700+ km from Gurgaon, stopping briefly in Noida and Kanpur before reaching Prayagraj. The sight of illuminated pandals,…
Maha Kumbh 2013: Bike Ride to World’s Largest Spiritual Gathering at Triveni Sangam
In 2013, I embarked on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to the Maha Kumbh Mela, an extraordinary spiritual event held every 12 years at the Sangam—the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers at Prayagraj. My nomadic yearly ritual of taking 1-2 weeks off for bike adventures had already taken me to various corners…
Maha Kumbh 2013: Biking to the World’s Largest Spiritual Gathering at Sangam
In 2013, I embarked on an unforgettable bike journey to the Maha Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj, a once-in-12-years spiritual gathering at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. Riding my trusted Bajaj Avenger, I covered 700 km from Gurgaon, stopping briefly in Noida and Kanpur before reaching Prayagraj. The sight of illuminated pandals,…
Managing encoded data in files is a frequent challenge, especially when dealing with XML, JSON, or other structured file types. URL-encoded characters like %20 (for spaces) or %3F (for question marks) can make data unreadable and difficult to process. Python provides a seamless way to handle these issues by decoding URL-encoded characters and replacing specific text efficiently. Two decades…
