Reflection of my year 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, I am filled with gratitude for a year that has been nothing short of transformative. It has been a journey of professional milestones, academic achievements, personal growth, and an unwavering commitment to innovation. This year, I have had the privilege to contribute, lead, and inspire across diverse platforms, making an indelible impact on communities, industries, and organizations worldwide.

𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 :
🔹 The "Indian Achievers Award 2024" is honoured for professional excellence and contributions to nation-building by Indian Achievers Forum.

🔹 The “Best PhD Thesis Award”, presented by Prestige Institute of Management & Research, Gwalior, is recognizing the depth and impact of my doctoral research.

🔹 Globally recognised as a “𝐇𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐫” for championing the adoption of infrastructure-as-code solutions and further solidifies the standing as a thought leader and expert in bridging the worlds of HashiCorp and Amazon Web Services (AWS).

🔹 I am thrilled to receive the "AWSome Builder Award" for impactful customer engagement, recognizing my efforts in fostering strong relationships and delivering exceptional value to our clients.

🔹 Honored to be awarded the "AWSome Builder Award" for my work on the WAF Security Automation Solution, which enhances security measures and streamlines operations for our customers.

🔹 I’m proud to have received the "AWSome Builder Award" for presenting at the TFC Summit in Seattle, where I shared insights on best practices and innovations within the AWS ecosystem.

🔹 Grateful to be recognized with the "AWSome Builder Award" for my mentorship and guidance within the builder community, helping others grow and succeed in their cloud journeys.

🔹 Receiving "𝐀𝐖𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞 eCards and Accolades" from colleagues is a profound acknowledgment of the collaborative spirit, innovation, and impact within the professional community.

𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 :
🔹 AWS Cloud Club Certified Instructor: As an AWS Cloud Club Certified Instructor, I am dedicated to empowering the next generation of cloud professionals by delivering high-quality, hands-on training that fosters a deep understanding of AWS technologies.

🔹 Top Database Administrator Voice: Recognized as a Top Database Administrator Voice, I actively contribute to the discourse on database management, sharing insights and best practices that drive innovation and efficiency in data operations.

🔹 Top Cloud Computing Voice: Acknowledged as a Top Cloud Computing Voice, I leverage my expertise to influence industry standards and advocate for innovative cloud solutions that transform business operations and drive digital transformation.

AWS Cloud Clubs Machine Learning Camper: As a Machine Learning Camper within the AWS Cloud Clubs, I engage with emerging technologies to inspire and mentor aspiring data scientists, helping them harness the power of machine learning in real-world applications.

AWS Cloud Clubs Infrastructure Camper: In my role as an Infrastructure Camper with AWS Cloud Clubs, I focus on promoting best practices in cloud infrastructure management, guiding peers in building robust and scalable solutions.

Achievements:
🔹 Transition to Solutions Architect in Financial Services Industry: I successfully transitioned to a Solutions Architect role in the financial services industry, where I leverage my expertise to design innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive strategic growth.

🔹 Completed 4 AWSome Years at Amazon Web Services (AWS): After completing four AWSome years at Amazon Web Services, I have honed my skills in cloud architecture and customer engagement, significantly contributing to the success of numerous high-impact projects.

🔹 14.8k LinkedIn Followers: With a growing community of 14.8k followers on LinkedIn, I actively share insights and knowledge on cloud computing and technology trends, fostering engagement and collaboration within the tech community.

Speaking Contributions:
🔹 AWS re:Invent, At AWS re:Invent, I led a dynamic workshop on "Terraform Expertise," equipping attendees with the skills to accelerate their AWS deployments through modular Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and artificial intelligence.

🔹 AWS re:Invent, lightning talk on Pre-written Terraform (Sentinel) Policies co-developed by AWS and HashiCorp: During AWS re:Invent, I delivered a lightning talk on the innovative Pre-written Terraform (Sentinel) Policies, showcasing the collaborative efforts between AWS and HashiCorp to enhance infrastructure governance.

🔹 AWS re:Invent, PeerTalk meetups on “Empowering business applications with AI and automation”: My participation in PeerTalk meetups at AWS re:Invent focused on "Empowering Business Applications with AI and Automation," where I provided insights that helped resolve customer queries and fostered innovative solutions with significant revenue potential.

🔹 Presented demo on "Generating Terraform with Amazon Q Developer" at GenAI Application Showcase booth: I showcased a groundbreaking demo on "Generating Terraform with Amazon Q Developer" at the GenAI Application Showcase, highlighting how this tool simplifies infrastructure deployment through advanced automation.

🔹 Supported “DevOps and Developer Tools” kiosk on recent announcements and integration with DevOps tools: At the DevOps and Developer Tools kiosk, I actively supported discussions on recent announcements and integrations, demonstrating how these advancements can streamline workflows for developers.

🔹 HashiConf, Boston on “Streamline your machine learning model development lifecycle with Terraform”: At HashiConf in Boston, I presented on "Streamlining Your Machine Learning Model Development Lifecycle with Terraform," sharing strategies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in deploying ML models.

🔹 Twitch TV show of 24 Hours of Amazon Q - A Global Live Event on Recent Announcements for Amazon Q Developer: I participated in the global live event "24 Hours of Amazon Q," discussing recent announcements for Amazon Q Developer and engaging with a worldwide audience about its transformative capabilities.

🔹 HashiTalks, India on Enhancing architecture resiliency and deploy infrastructure with Amazon Q and Terraform: At HashiTalks in India, I delivered insights on enhancing architectural resiliency while deploying infrastructure using Amazon Q and Terraform, emphasizing best practices for robust cloud solutions.

🔹 IEEE, VIT Conference on Emerging Trends in Information Technology and Engineering (ic-ETITE’24): I contributed to the IEEE VIT Conference on Emerging Trends in Information Technology and Engineering (ic-ETITE’24), sharing my research and insights into the latest technological advancements shaping the industry.

Authoring:
🔹 Developed brand new hands-on AWS Workshop on “Terraform expertise: Accelerate AWS deployments with modular IaC & AI”: I developed an innovative hands-on AWS workshop titled “Terraform Expertise,” empowering participants to accelerate their AWS deployments through modular Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and artificial intelligence techniques.

🔹 Built demo on "Generating Terraform with Amazon Q Developer," presented: I created a compelling demo on "Generating Terraform with Amazon Q Developer," showcasing how this tool simplifies infrastructure management and enhances automation capabilities for developers.

🔹 AWS Blog (6th) on Accelerate your Terraform development with Amazon Q Developer: In my sixth AWS blog, I explored strategies to "Accelerate Your Terraform Development with Amazon Q Developer," providing valuable insights that help developers streamline their workflows and improve efficiency.

🔹 AWS Blog (5th) on Leveraging Amazon Q Developer for Efficient Code Debugging and Maintenance: My fifth AWS blog focused on "Leveraging Amazon Q Developer for Efficient Code Debugging and Maintenance," highlighting practical approaches that empower developers to enhance their coding practices and reduce downtime.

🔹 AWS Prescriptive Guidance (11th) Remove Amazon EC2 entries across AWS accounts from AWS Managed Microsoft AD by using AWS Lambda automation: I contributed to the 11th AWS Prescriptive Guidance, detailing how to effectively "Remove Amazon EC2 Entries Across AWS Accounts from AWS Managed Microsoft AD" using AWS Lambda automation, thereby streamlining account management processes.

🔹 AWS Prescriptive Guidance (10th) Setting up a CI/CD pipeline for database migrations: In the 10th AWS Prescriptive Guidance, I outlined best practices for "Setting Up a CI/CD Pipeline for Database Migrations," enabling teams to automate their deployment processes and ensure seamless updates.

🔹 AWS Prescriptive Guidance (9th) Remove Amazon EC2 entries in the same AWS account from AWS Managed Microsoft AD by using AWS Lambda automation: My work on the 9th AWS Prescriptive Guidance provided clear instructions on how to "Remove Amazon EC2 Entries in the Same AWS Account from AWS Managed Microsoft AD" utilizing AWS Lambda automation, enhancing operational efficiency.

🔹 AWS Prescriptive Guidance (8th) Provision a Terraform product in the AWS Service Catalog by using a code repository: In the 8th AWS Prescriptive Guidance, I shared insights on how to "Provision a Terraform Product in the AWS Service Catalog" using a code repository, facilitating better resource management and deployment strategies.

Open-Source Community 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 :
🔹 Automated AWS Samples solution to deploy Amazon Bedrock Custom Model using Terraform: I developed an automated AWS Samples solution that streamlines the deployment of Amazon Bedrock Custom Models using Terraform, enabling organizations to harness advanced AI capabilities with minimal effort.

🔹 AWS Samples solution to custom AD Cleanup Automation solution: I created an AWS Samples solution for custom Active Directory (AD) Cleanup Automation, simplifying the management of user accounts and enhancing security within enterprise environments.

🔹 AWS WAF Automation Using Terraform: I implemented AWS WAF Automation using Terraform, providing a robust framework for deploying web application firewall rules that protect applications from common web-based attacks while minimizing manual configuration.

🔹 Database Migration DevOps Framework using Terraform samples: I designed a comprehensive Database Migration DevOps Framework utilizing Terraform samples, facilitating seamless database migrations that ensure data integrity and operational continuity during transitions.

🔹 AWS Compute Optimizer Terraform Sample: I developed an AWS Compute Optimizer Terraform sample that empowers users to optimize their cloud resource utilization, leading to enhanced performance and cost efficiency across their AWS environments..

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:
🔹 AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Professional: Earning the AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Professional certification validates my expertise in automating and managing complex distributed applications on AWS, positioning me as a leader in driving operational excellence and efficiency.

🔹 AWS Certified Data Engineer: The AWS Certified Data Engineer certification demonstrates my proficiency in designing and implementing data solutions on AWS, empowering organizations to leverage data for informed decision-making and strategic growth.

🔹 AWS Certified Solutions Architect: Achieving the AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification showcases my ability to architect scalable, resilient, and cost-effective solutions on AWS, ensuring that organizations can meet their evolving business needs effectively.

🔹 AWS Certified AI Practitioner Certification: The AWS Certified AI Practitioner certification highlights my foundational knowledge of AI and machine learning services on AWS, equipping me to drive innovation and implement intelligent solutions across various industries.

🔹 GitOps with Argo: Completing the GitOps with Argo certification underscores my expertise in implementing GitOps practices for continuous delivery, enhancing collaboration and automation within development teams.

🔹 HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate (002): As a HashiCorp Certified Terraform Associate, I demonstrate my proficiency in using Terraform to manage infrastructure as code, enabling organizations to automate their cloud deployments with confidence.

🔹 HashiCorp Certified: Consul Associate (002): The HashiCorp Certified Consul Associate certification affirms my skills in service networking and discovery, allowing me to enhance application connectivity and security within dynamic cloud environments.

Volunteering
🔹 Industry Expert Member on Board of Studies (BoS) at MES Garware College of Commerce (Autonomous): As an Industry Expert Member on the Board of Studies at MES Garware College of Commerce, I leverage my expertise to shape curriculum development and bridge the gap between academia and industry, ensuring students are equipped with relevant skills for their careers.

🔹 Adjunct Professor and mentor for Computer Engineering students at Sanjivani College of Engineering: In my role as an Adjunct Professor and mentor for Computer Engineering students at Sanjivani College of Engineering, I am dedicated to nurturing the next generation of tech innovators by providing guidance and real-world insights that inspire academic and professional growth.

🔹 School Painting with my daughter: Engaging in a school painting project with my daughter not only fosters creativity but also strengthens our bond while contributing to the beautification of our community, demonstrating the importance of family involvement in local initiatives.

𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
🔹 After PhD, I am embarking and continuing on a transformative journey and pursuing higher education in the “𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐦𝐚 𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 (𝐏𝐆𝐃𝐅𝐌)” from Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). Hope this will help me to navigate the complexities of the financial landscape.

𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:
🔹 With a compelling Research Interest Score of 37.8, my academic pursuits have garnered substantial recognition within the scholarly community.

🔹 The resonance of my research is reflected in an impressive count of more than 3,100 reads, underlining its relevance and impact.

🔹 Furthermore, the validation continues with 12 citations, signifying the acknowledgment and integration of my work into the broader academic discourse.

🔹 Beyond quantitative metrics, the depth of influence extends to 22 recommendations, a testament to the qualitative value and esteem my research holds among peers.