I’m a maker at heart. Professionally, I like incubating software products — especially developer tools that simplify development and delight users with great design! Otherwise, I tinker with everything hardware and IoT. ★ Currently, I contribute at Postman, a trailblazing company revolutionising software development tools for the API-first World.
“To invent something, create necessities”
From an early age, I adopted a guiding philosophy: “To invent something, create necessities.” This credo has driven me to seek knowledge through hands-on experience. My curiosity for hardware finds expression in home automation projects, while my fascination with software manifests in the development of tools and utilities.
At the heart of my endeavours lies a profound appreciation for APIs, abstractions, and the magic of bringing technology to life through real-world interactions.
Though not all my work is showcased here — some nestled within GitHub, others scattered across various forums — here are a few documented undertakings.
The practice of publicly sharing my projects has been immensely rewarding. It provides a platform to disseminate knowledge and experience the joy of aiding others, mirroring the generosity of those who shared their work online and facilitated my learning journey since the late ’90s. Moreover, it attracts invaluable feedback from the community, offering insights that refine my projects and deepen my exploration.
- Bulletproof Home Assistant UPS Monitoring on a Raspberry Pi
- Registers, Rants, and Random Entries — from Grace’s Diary
- The Philosophy of Preservation: Reflections on Two Decades of my Digital Data
- The Intersection of Belief, Technology, and Philosophy
- Quick Validating JavaScript Function Before Call
- Setting Default Variable Value in JavaScript
- Infinite Ways to Detect Array in JavaScript
In my realm as a creator, philosophy profoundly shapes the essence of my work. It transcends the boundaries of technology and artistry, serving as a conduit for exploring the alethiology of the paradoxes inherent in the human condition.
Here is a list of books I’ve tagged on Goodreads. This compilation, though not exhaustive, offers a glimpse into my literary journey. However, given the fragmented nature of book-related ecosystems, it may not always be up to date.
The art of having a complicated relationship with books!
Many might assume that the Internet is my primary source of knowledge. While it has its place, books have profoundly influenced my life. My belief compels me to honour the intentionality behind writing books and the depth they offer, in contrast to fleeting online articles. Books have been my portal to both information and imagination, spanning the timeless works of Shakespeare to the insightful biographies by Walter Isaacson.
Yet, my relationship with books is rather unique. With non-fiction, I prefer to form my own opinions before delving into the perspectives of notable authors. In fiction, any deficiency in vivid imagery can cause me to stumble between the lines. Ultimately, I tend to absorb books on a macro level, integrating them into my corpus of thoughts, often at the expense of retaining precise details.
Occasionally, I capture photos and post them on my Instagram profile. It’s a casual affair, predominantly abstract images that prompt me to reflect on related memories of mine ➜
I’ve maintained a Flickr Photostream dating back over two decades, which similarly features abstract themes. Dating back even further, have you heard of caedes.net? Founded in 2001 by undergraduate Gerben Van Duyl, it started as an arts-focused site but later shifted to specialise in desktop wallpapers and photography. Although it didn’t last as long as Ludicorp’s Flickr, I still have a gallery there, albeit no longer active.
Shamasis Bhattacharya 