Leadership insights, thoughts from lived experiences and readings
The role of the Fractional CTO has gained significant traction in recent years, especially among startups, small businesses, and organizations that need high-level technical expertise but may not require a full-time Chief Technology Officer. The concept provides companies with the strategic leadership needed to drive technological innovation and growth, but on a part-time, flexible basis.… Continue reading The Rise of the Fractional CTO: A New Era for Technology Leadership
The Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and the Model Development Life Cycle (MDLC) for AI are frameworks for building systems, but they differ significantly due to the unique nature of AI model development. 1. Objective and End Product SDLC: Focuses on building software applications, where the end product is a working, functional software solution. For… Continue reading SDLC vs MDLC
Two weeks ago, I informed my network about my transition from Twin Health due to a company restructuring. While this was unexpected, it has presented me with an opportunity to strategically explore new avenues and further refine my leadership skills. My time at Twin Health, a leading force in health technology, was incredibly rewarding. I'm… Continue reading Navigating Career Transitions: Embracing New Opportunities and Preparing for the Future
In the contemporary hiring landscape, organizations face the crucial challenge of choosing between diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) affirmative actions and gender-blind, race-blind hiring strategies. This choice significantly influences not only the makeup of the workforce but also its potential to innovate and solve problems. The blog post "Balancing Merit and Diversity: Navigating DEI and… Continue reading Balancing Merit and Diversity: Navigating DEI and Race/Gender-Blind Strategies in Hiring
Title of Podcast: "Cracking The Growth Code" Episode 26 with Ashik UzzamanHost: Matt ZembruskiGuest: Ashik Uzzaman, a seasoned engineering leader with over two decades of experienceKey Topics:* Transition from coding to leadership* Building expansive distributed systems* Fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and diversity* Leading resilient teams aligned with technological and business innovations* Effective stakeholder… Continue reading Featured in Cracking The Growth Code podcast
The concept of work-life balance is widely discussed, often with the implication that it's the ideal state we should all strive for. But is 'balance' really the only way to manage our work and personal lives? What if the traditional notion of balance doesn't quite fit your lifestyle or preferences? Let's explore the classic model… Continue reading Re-thinking Work Life Balance
In the ever-evolving landscape of software engineering, each new trend often feels like a revolution, reshaping how we think about and interact with technology. As a seasoned professional in this dynamic field, I've witnessed first-hand several such transformations, each paving the way for the next. The current buzz around Generative AI is no exception, reminding… Continue reading Navigating the Waves of Change: Reflecting on Two Decades in Software Engineering
I recently finished the book Clean Agile: Back to Basics by Robert C. Martin and found it a great refresher for me. The author, also popularly known as Uncle Bob, returns to the core of Agile software development, two decades since its conception. Agile, a term now often buried under corporate certifications and diluted interpretations, is brought… Continue reading Clean Agile: Back to Basics by Robert C. Martin
As the fresh breeze of 2024 begins to unfold its chapters, I find myself pausing to reflect on the whirlwind that was 2023. It was a year that brought with it a multitude of experiences, emotions, and milestones. Here's a look back at some of the highlights that made 2023 a year to remember. A… Continue reading A LookBack at Year 2023
I am glad to share with you that Twin Health has secured $50 million in funding for it's AI-driven personalized healthcare tech that aims to prevent and reverse chronic health diseases like diabetes. I joined after the Series C fundraising about couple of years back when the US operation was in its infancy. Now it's… Continue reading Twin Health Raised $50M in Series D Funding
I was recently hosted at Beyond The Code podcast by Kovid Batra where we discussed various leadership topics including moving individual contributors to management roles. Hope you find this useful. Check out the full episode here! 👇 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dtho3h5CSQY Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/440NrRtHD2pdW78K4irlbY?si=50ee7101941845ac Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/beyond-the-code-by-typo/id1718883620?i=1000638348956 YouTube: https://youtu.be/Dtho3h5CSQY Typo Website Blog: https://typoapp.io/blog/enabling-ics-to-move-into-management-roles-with-ashik-uzzaman-director-of-engineering-at-twin-health/ Medium Blog: https://medium.com/@typoapp/enabling-ics-to-move-into-management-roles-with-ashik-uzzaman-director-of-engineering-at-twin-9f554ac2edb3
As we navigate through the 2023 Performance Review Cycle, it's a pivotal time to reflect on the subtle yet significant hurdles that can skew our assessments. Whether we're drafting performance evaluations, offering feedback, or engaging with potential candidates, it's crucial to acknowledge the myriad biases that lurk beneath the surface of our decision-making processes. These… Continue reading Common Types of Hidden Biases
