The New Avatar of My Website

Finally, after a bit of struggle I managed to re-skin my website and blog. Please drop a comment if you like the design. Your suggestions are welcome. But implementing them is purely limited to my design skills Along with this, I have also updated my Twitter design to align with the new look & feel. I will be blogging more often from now. Stay...

Windows Azure Series at B.NET

I am starting a series of sessions focused on Windows Azure at B.NET User Group. The idea is to cover the key concepts of Cloud Computing and Windows Azure. Please visit B.NET for more...

Bangalore GTUG Launch Was a Grand Success

This post comes little late but it is never too late to share good things. Bangalore GTUG launch was attended by more than 70 developers. Thanks to Google Bangalore for not only hosting this event but also providing the attendees with free Wi-Fi and a delicious lunch Here is a detailed post on the...

Eclipse India Summit 2009 – Trip Report

I reached the venue by 9:15AM and the keynote by Oracle was about to start. I liked the venue for its ambiance and environment. My first session, Google App Engine for Java Developers started at 10:40 and I had the hall full in few minutes. The audience were interactive and came with a good understanding of the core concepts. I managed to deliver the session in the stipulated 55 min. slot. I...

Eclipse India Summit

I am presenting at Eclipse India Summit on two topics. Google AppEngine for Java Developers Silverlight for Java...

Announcing Bangalore Google Technology User Group (GTUG)

To get all the Google enthusiasts and developers from Bangalore under one roof, we are announcing the Bangalore Google Technology User Group (GTUG). Google announced their plan for GTUG a couple of months back at their Google I/O conference. Check out the global GTUG site for more details. I have taken the lead to form and manage this community. My passion for community related activities and...

My First Encounter with Google Apps

Till a couple of months back, Microsoft Exchange and (Pocket) Outlook combination used to be the epicenter of my productivity. I was almost addicted to the ActiveSync/DirectPush feature so much so that I was reaching out to my Windows Mobile at unearthly hours to check mail or to add a task. I used to continue my unfinished work at home seamlessly. At least 40% of my official mails were sent from...

I am a Proud Owner of the MacBook Pro!

The desire to own a Mac started sometime back. Just after relocating to Bangalore, I visited the iStore in MG Road to check out the MacBook. That was during the Apple WWDC 09 event and after hearing about the new line of MacBook Pro, I have decided to wait. It was worth waiting! I bought the new MacBook Pro 13” today. The whole process of purchasing has been very smooth. On Monday, 22nd morning...

Tech.Ed 2009 Speaker Ratings

This Tech.Ed was absolutely special to me. It was the last session of the last day of Tech.Ed India 2009 and it was also the last Tech.Ed event for me as a full time employee of Microsoft. I have been associated with the Microsoft Tech.Ed brand since 1999 and have delivered more than 20 sessions across 8 Tech.Ed events! I ended my MS tenure with an act that I always enjoyed doing – Deliver...

Azure Session at Bangalore Tech.Ed Mini Event

Today Niraj & I presented at Tech.Ed 2009 Community Event in Bangalore. This is organized by one of the most vibrant Microsoft communities in the country – B.NET. The organizers managed to get almost the same set of speakers who presented at Tech.Ed 2009 event held in Hyderabad last month. Though the session started with a few audiences, the hall was 75% full by the time I reached the...