What does it take to file 100+ patents in AI, before the world even knew what AI was ?In this episode, principal scientist and inventor Joy Mustafi discusses his two-decade AI journey from early 2000s neural networks coded from scratch in C to today’s generative and agentic AI. He explains how his passion for mathematics and continuous learning shaped his 100+ AI/ML patents, starting with IBM Watson, and how he identifies problems worth solving by focusing on applied, society-facing domains and bridging academia with industry delivery timelines. Joy compares innovation cultures at IBM, Microsoft, and Salesforce, and shares the origin and growth of Must Research from a small meetup to a nonprofit community focused on AI across domains. He argues modern LLMs still struggle with reliable reasoning and advocates neuro-symbolic, knowledge-graph-based hybrid systems to reduce hallucinations, highlighting a patent on understanding natural-language arithmetic and physics word meanings.00:00 Meet Joy Mustafi00:41 AI Journey Begins02:01 Patent Mindset03:42 Finding Real Problems05:36 Big Tech Cultures07:34 Must Research Origin10:52 Watson to LLMs12:30 Neuro Symbolic Future14:56 Security and Vision16:17 India as AI Creator20:17 Rapid Fire Round21:54 Most Impactful Patent25:37 AGI and Creativity28:31 Fundamentals Over Code30:35 Final Advice Wrap UpConnect with Techie Talks with Kuldeep:YouTube Channel:  @techietalkswithkuldeep  WhatsApp Channel: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7Q4JHAjPXUt8hBgm2TLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/techietalkswithkuldeepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574642927780Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techietalkswithkuldeepLearn more about JoyJoy Mustafi :https://www.linkedin.com/in/joymust/MUST Research :https://must.co.in/Subscribe to the channel for more conversations with the people building tomorrow's technology.#ai #artificialintelligence #machinelearning #innovation #patents #ibmwatson #techietalkswithkuldeep #datascience #indiaai

Is Indian Engineering a Bubble? Bridging the Skills Gap with AI, Industry Projects & Real Learning. Every year, India graduates lakhs of engineers. Yet companies still struggle to find people who can actually build, solve, and ship. What's broken — and who's fixing it?The host Kuldeep Singh interviews Dr. Sonal Kukreja, an assistant professor and architect of Spacylabs and Childrenwhocode, about whether India’s engineering boom is a bubble and why companies still can’t find job-ready talent. Sona argues demand for computing is real across sectors, but there’s an oversupply of degrees and an undersupply of capability, especially in tier-2 and tier-3 colleges where education lags industry change. She explains how PEI Labs bridges academia and industry through real projects, constraints, and mentor alignment. The conversation also covers deepfakes and the shift from security to authenticity, the limits of traditional cryptography, and ideas like verifiable media signatures. Sona discusses adapting teaching and evaluation as students use generative AI, emphasizing logic and problem-solving over syntax, and explains why K–12 coding should prioritize conceptual thinking, with approaches tailored for low-resource settings.00:00 Introduction00:31 Is CS a Bubble01:42 Bridging Academia Industry Gap03:51 Tier Two Three Focus06:07 Deepfakes and Authenticity08:21 AI Cheating in Assignments10:57 Kids Coding in AI Era14:46 Village vs Metro Learning18:02 Quick Fire Truth Bombs20:43 Regrets and Career Lessons24:08 Meetups and Real Exposure27:07 Closing Thoughts and ThanksIf you're a student, parent, or educator trying to figure out what actually matters in 2026 — this one's for you.Connect with Techie Talks with Kuldeep:YouTube Channel: @techietalkswithkuldeep WhatsApp Channel: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7Q4JHAjPXUt8hBgm2TLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/techietalkswithkuldeepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574642927780Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techietalkswithkuldeepLearn more about Dr. Sonal KukrejaDr. Sonal Kukreja :https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsonalkukreja/Spacylabs :https://www.linkedin.com/company/spacylabs/Childrenwhocode : https://www.linkedin.com/company/childrenwhocode/#engineeringeducation#aiinindia#futureofwork#indianstartups#coding#techietalkswithkuldeep

Scaling the Hard Way: Ruby on Rails at 300K Users, Gen AI Coding, and the New Rules for DevelopersThe episode focuses on the hard truths of scaling Commudle to nearly 300K users, and how GenAI is changing engineering work. Arpan Garg (Founder of Commudle) explains his biggest technical bet to take back—estimating feature timelines—because AI-driven summaries and faster exploration have shifted how he learns and builds. He defends Ruby on Rails as a “boring tech” advantage, saying he hasn’t hit performance bottlenecks at this scale and that AI further multiplies development speed, while noting the need for human review to catch edge cases and prevent technical debt. He shares a real database optimization struggle with 10M+ records where multiple models looped until logs and deeper context enabled a solution. The conversation covers what to look for in developers—curiosity, experimentation, and comfort with AI—and why hackathons are replacing events, including Commudle’s paperless hackathon suite and unified community engagement.Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction00:44 AI Changed Learning Speed01:57 Ruby on Rails Still Wins03:36 Why Rails Feels Fast06:36 AI Assistants in Dev Work07:40 Training Agents With Team Rules10:22 AI Mistakes and Prompt Fixes11:56 Technical Debt in AI Code13:28 When AI Gets Stuck16:19 Hiring for First Principles17:33 Experiment Over Research18:53 AI As A Necessity21:01 Hackathons Replace Events21:46 Paperless Hackathon Platform23:11 Unified Community Engagement26:34 Quickfire Career Questions26:53 Quality Over Quantity28:35 Future Of Human Code30:13 Think Then Build32:34 Marketing Beats Building34:01 Closing TakeawaysConnect with Techie Talks with Kuldeep:YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@techietalkswithkuldeepWhatsApp Channel: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7Q4JHAjPXUt8hBgm2TLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/techietalkswithkuldeepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574642927780Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techietalkswithkuldeepLearn more about Arpan GargArpan Garg : https://www.linkedin.com/in/arpansac/Commudle : https://www.linkedin.com/company/commudle/#genai#scalingup#softwareengineering#developercommunity#futureofcode#techietalkswithkuldeep

Is DevOps actually dying — or has it just evolved into something bigger?In this episode of Techie Talks with Kuldeep, the host interviews Mr Lovedeep Sharma, a DevOps & Platform Lead with experience in India, Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Canada, about whether DevOps is still relevant and how it has evolved.Lovedeep explains that DevOps is now a baseline organizational capability that has dissolved into platform engineering, SRE practices, and engineering culture, shifting focus from delivery speed to resilience, reliability, and risk management in complex distributed systems. They discuss what AI will automate in CI/CD, observability, and incident response, while emphasizing that judgment, ownership, and accountability remain human responsibilities. The conversation covers self-healing systems, why fragile systems persist due to misalignment and culture, warning signs like blame culture and unclear ownership, accountability as a process and culture issue, responsible speed, declining value of narrow tool expertise, the importance of fundamentals and best practices, and the need for continuous learning and security in an AI-driven future.Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction00:12 Meet Lovedeep Sharma01:01 DevOps Became Invisible03:01 From Delivery To Resilience04:29 AI Automation In DevOps07:19 Self Healing Systems09:12 Why Systems Still Break11:47 Predicting Outages Early14:05 Accountability And Culture15:56 Move Fast Safely18:19 Skills That Matter Now21:57 Beginner Mindset Traps26:57 Personal Lessons Planning28:57 Uncomfortable Future Truths33:04 Final Takeaways And OutroConnect with Techie Talks with Kuldeep:YouTube Channel: @techietalkswithkuldeep WhatsApp Channel: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7Q4JHAjPXUt8hBgm2TLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/techietalkswithkuldeepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574642927780Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techietalkswithkuldeepLearn more about Lovedeep Sharma Lovedeep Sharma : https://www.linkedin.com/in/lovedeep-sharma-715ba5179/#devops #aiautomation #softwareengineering #techcareers #platformengineering #techietalkswithkuldeep

Get inspired by this Tier 3 college success story and learn from his entrepreneurship journey to build your own startup. Join CEO Rishab Ilwadi on a journey through the reality of building a tech startup in India, from failure to growth to AI-driven gamification. In this episode of Techie Talks with Kuldeep, we delve into the exciting and challenging world of entrepreneurship with Rishab https://www.linkedin.com/in/rishabilwadi, the CEO of Where You Elevate. He shares his inspiring journey from his engineering days in Bareilly to founding a successful startup. Learn about Rishab's experiences, the importance of constant learning, building effective teams, and navigating the complexities of running a business. Rishab also discusses the mission of Where You Elevate, its non-profit beginnings, and its commitment to bridging the gap between industry and academia through innovative programs and AI-driven gamification. Tune in for valuable insights on leadership, the startup ecosystem, and the path to creating the next generation of innovators.📌 Key Highlights in This Episode:- The Tier-3 Advantage: How Rishabh broke the "Mass Recruiter" cycle to become one of the first 50 Indians certified in OpenStack.- Accidental Entrepreneurship: The story behind Cloud Dive Labs and its successful acquisition.- Where U Elevate: How they are bridging the Industry-Academia gap for the next million innovators.- AI & Gamification: Why traditional learning is dead and how AI-based assessments are changing hiring.- The CEO Mindset: Dealing with failure, the "Good Cop/Bad Cop" management strategy, and why you must learn to say NOTime Stamps:00:00 Precaps01:42 Background and Early Career05:30 Journey into Entrepreneurship06:10 Day today Life, Challenges and Failures in Startups08:14 Foundation and Vision of Where You Elevate14:48 Goals & Key Foundation of the Company19:58 Impact of AI-Driven Gamification26:31 Cloud Dive Labs: An Accidental Startup38:11 Lessons Learned from Cloud Dive Labs01:03:18 Complex Problem Solving and Inspirations01:09:20 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs01:12:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring interviews and startup stories!Connect with Techie Talks with Kuldeep:YouTube Channel:  @techietalkswithkuldeep  WhatsApp Channel: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7Q4JHAjPXUt8hBgm2TLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/techietalkswithkuldeepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574642927780Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techietalkswithkuldeepLearn more about Rishab Ilwadi and Where U ElevateRishab Ilwadi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rishabilwadi/Website:https: https://whereuelevate.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/whereuelevate/#entrepreneurship #startupindia #founderjourney #ceointerviews #technology #ai #careergrowth #innovation #podcast #machinelearning #artificialintelligence #innovations #techietalks #careeradvice #interview

The hiring system is broken—and AI is forcing companies to rethink everything. In this episode, we uncover how hackathons and real skills are replacing degrees. We sat down with Santosh Maurya, COO of Where U Elevate, to discuss why finding a job in 2026 isn’t just about degrees anymore. We dive deep into why the traditional resume is dying, how AI recruitment tools are changing the game, and why hackathons are fast becoming the #1 pathway to getting hired. If you are a student struggling with placements or a founder looking for "innovation-ready" talent, this conversation is your blueprint for the future.Here’s what you’ll learn:📉 The real reason the hiring system is broken for freshers.🤖 AI in Hiring: Is it filtering out good candidates?🏆 Hackathons vs. Interviews: Why skills matter more than certificates.🚀 How Where U Elevate is fixing the academia-industry gap.💡 Actionable advice on becoming "Innovation Ready" for the modern workforce.Time Stamps00:00 Precaps00:46 Guest Introduction and Discussion Overview01:54 Daily Operations and Strategy05:22 Bridging the Gap Between Academia and Industry13:22 Innovative Hiring Practices16:12 Core Components of the Platform18:22 Hackathon Management and Assessment31:32 Open Innovation and Experiential Learning💬 Do you think degrees still matter in hiring, or are skills and hackathons the future? Share your thoughts below.Connect with Techie Talks with Kuldeep:YouTube Channel: @techietalkswithkuldeep WhatsApp Channel:https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7Q4JHAjPXUt8hBgm2TLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/techietalkswithkuldeepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574642927780Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techietalkswithkuldeepLearn more about Santosh Maurya and Where U ElevateSantosh Maurya : https://www.linkedin.com/in/santoshm93/Website: https: https://whereuelevate.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/whereuelevate#TechHiring #futureofhiring #innovationready #TechieTalksWithKuldeep #CareerGrowth #Hackathons

Transforming Job Readiness: From Innovation to Implementation Welcome to another insightful episode of Techie Talks with Kuldeep! In this episode, Kuldeep Singh engages in a deep conversation with Mr. Avanish Pandey, Sales Head at Where You Elevate, discussing the evolving landscape of job readiness in today's dynamic industry. They delve into the critical differences between being job-ready and innovation-ready, and explore how companies can build a talent pipeline that is geared towards future needs. Avanish shares valuable insights on how hackathons and real-world problem-solving can revolutionize hiring processes, by not only identifying top talent but also bridging the skills gap in tier 2 and tier 3 cities. Learn about the significance of sales as a career, effective strategies for sales professionals, and the importance of making a personal impact in the industry. Tune in to understand how innovation can be a game-changer in both hiring and business growth. Don't miss it!00:00 Highlights and Host Welcome01:16 A Day in the Life of a Sales Director02:36 Challenges in Hiring Quality Talent02:54 Job Ready vs. Innovation Ready07:58 Building Talent Through Hackathons13:04 The Role of AI in Talent Acquisition27:19 Open Innovation Squad Program32:11 Advice for Aspiring Sales Professionals38:12 Acknowledging Mentors and Final Thoughts39:49 Conclusion and Sign-OffConnect with Techie Talks with Kuldeep:YouTube Channel: @techietalkswithkuldeep WhatsApp Channel:https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7Q4JHAjPXUt8hBgm2TLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/techietalkswithkuldeepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574642927780Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techietalkswithkuldeepLearn more about Avanish Pandey and Where U ElevateAvanish Pandey : https://www.linkedin.com/in/avanish-pandey/Website: https: https://whereuelevate.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/whereuelevate#techhiring #futureofhiring #innovationready #techietalkswithkuldeep #careergrowth #hackathons

Kubernetes ROI in the AI Era: Don't Get Left BehindIs Kubernetes really worth the investment in 2026? According to Gartner's latest report, Kubernetes is set to become the next operating system. In this episode of Techie Talks with Kuldeep, I sat down with three KCD Organizers who share real-world insights on Kubernetes ROI, AI workload optimization, and why mastering cloud-native technologies is critical for your career and organization.🎯 What You'll Learn:• Why Kubernetes is essential for AI and GPU optimization• Real ROI stories: How teams cut project timelines from 6 months to 2 months• How to accelerate your Kubernetes learning curve by years• The CNCF landscape explained: Tools you're already using without knowing• Career growth strategies in the cloud-native ecosystem• From monolith to microservices: Practical migration insights👥 Featured Guests:• Manoj Sardana - KCD Noida Organizer & Cloud Native Expert• Saloni Narang - KCD Gurugram Organizer & DevOps Advocate• Abhinav Dubey - KCD Delhi Organizer & Solution Architect📊 Key Insights Discussed:✓ Gartner 2025 Report: Kubernetes as the next operating system✓ How open-source communities solve problems 10x faster than documentation✓ GPU optimization strategies for expensive AI workloads✓ Building your professional network: The "BYOB" (Build Your Own Network) approach✓ Beginner to expert: The cloud-native learning path (CNCF → KCD → KubeCon)✓ Why 90% of CNCF projects depend on Kubernetes⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction: Why Kubernetes ROI matters now2:15 - What is Kubernetes Community Day?5:30 - Understanding the CNCF Ecosystem & Landscape12:45 - Real Kubernetes ROI Stories from the Trenches18:30 - AI & GPU Optimization with Kubernetes24:20 - Career Growth in Cloud Native: From Local Meetups to KubeCon28:45 - Why Networking Matters More Than Documentation💡 Who This Is For:Whether you're a beginner exploring Kubernetes, a DevOps engineer optimizing AI workloads, or a tech leader evaluating ROI, this conversation offers practical insights you can apply immediately.💬 What's your biggest Kubernetes challenge right now? Drop it in the comments - our community is here to help!🔔 Subscribe to Techie Talks with Kuldeep 📱 Connect with me:YouTube Channel: @techietalkswithkuldeep WhatsApp Channel:https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7Q4JHAjPXUt8hBgm2TLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/techietalkswithkuldeepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574642927780Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techietalkswithkuldeepConnect with the guests:• Manoj Sardana:https://www.linkedin.com/in/manojksardana/• Saloni Narang: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saloninarang/• Abhinav Dubey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhinavd26/

AI : Beyond Chatbots, Sovereign AI, DevOps AIOps & The Future of Work Is the AI revolution a massive bubble about to burst, or the new realityIn this episode of Techie Talks with Kuldeep, host Kuldeep Singh speaks with industry experts Dr. Sarabjot Singh ( CEO, Tatrasdata), Sandeep Rawat (CTO, OpsTree Global), and Manu Jain ( CEO, ScaleupAlly) about how AI is evolving beyond chatbots and what major shifts may arrive in Future.🎯Key Topics Covered:★Evolution of AI beyond large language models (LLMs)★Sovereign AI and data residency concerns★AI's impact on DevOps, cloud infrastructure, and observability★The shift toward AI-first software solutions★Career advice for tech and non-tech professionals in the AI era★AI investment sustainability and market trends★How AI will transform jobs and create new opportunities🎙️ MEET THE EXPERTSDr. Sarabjot Singh- AI systems and world modelsSandeep Rawat- DevOps and cloud infrastructureManu Jain- AI-first product developmentPerfect for tech professionals, developers, business leaders, and anyone interested in understanding how AI will shape the future of technology and work.Time Stamps:-00:00 Introduction 00:24 Beyond Chatbots: Where AI Is Headed by 202602:33 From LLMs to World Models: Limits, Causality & Safety03:18 Sovereign AI & the AI Stack: Data, Compute, and Geopolitics07:14 AI in DevOps & Cloud: AIOps, Observability, and Faster Recovery09:33 AI-Generated Infra (Terraform/Ansible): Efficiency vs Hallucinations10:36 Commoditization vs Real Moats: Which AI Startups Survive?15:41 2026 Customer Shift: From Dashboards to Conversations & Actions17:46 Prompt Interfaces & AI-First Products: Less Clicks, More Outcomes20:39 Advice for Non‑Tech Folks: Low‑Code, PMF, and Becoming a Translator23:12 Staying Relevant: Upskilling, Consistency, and Career Transitions27:49 Is There an AI Investment Bubble? Economics vs Long-Term Value30:46 Will AI Take My Job? Replacing Tasks, Not Responsibility33:49 Wrap-Up & Final Thanks: Keep Learning and InnovatingThis video is recorded with: StreamYard🔗 STAY CONNECTEDDr. Sarabjot Singh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarabjot-singh-anand/Sandeep Rawat: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandeep-rawat-devops/Manu Jain: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manujain3710/Subscribe to the Channel https://www.youtube.com/@techietalkswithkuldeepDon't forget to hit the 🔔 NOTIFICATION BELL so you don’t miss the live stream!#techietalkswithkuldeep #techpredictions2026 #ai #devops #career #futureofwork #datascience #techtrends #genai

What does the journey from being a Developer to Founder to a successful Acquisition actually look like? In this episode of Techie Talks with Kuldeep, we dive with Shrey Batra https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreybatra/ Founder of Cosmocloud (Acquired) and Head of Engineering at HROne into the "Inside Story" of building, scaling, and getting acquired a tech company.In this episode, we dive deep into:• Why being "AI-ready" doesn't mean what most developers think it does• The biggest mistake engineers are making with AI tools right now• Why 90% of startup challenges have nothing to do with code• Real talk about when to raise funding (and when not to)• The difference between building a project and building a companyTimestamps00:00 Precaps01:21 Introduction & Welcome02:08 Journey to LinkedIn06:58 The Moment That Led to Cosmo Cloud14:35 The Acquisition Story: HROne18:05 Scaling & Technology Challenges27:08 Education & Early Career Advice35:49 Vibe Coding Warning36:34 Funding & Building a Startup39:12 Key Learnings & Final Advice43:30 Closing ThoughtsWhether you're a developer wondering about your next move or thinking about starting your own company, this conversation is packed with hard-earned wisdom you won't want to missConnect with Techie Talks with Kuldeep:YouTube Channel:  @techietalkswithkuldeep  WhatsApp Channel: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7Q4JHAjPXUt8hBgm2TLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/techietalkswithkuldeepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574642927780Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techietalkswithkuldeepLearn more about Shrey Batra, HROne and CosmocloudShrey Batra : https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreybatra/HROne Website: https://hrone.cloud/Cosmocloud Website: https://cosmocloud.io/#techietalkswithkuldeep #startups #devops #nocode #softwareengineering #aiintech