The Bug Was the System
We fixed the tools. We cleaned up the code. But something still felt off. Everyone was doing their job, but velocity kept slipping. I couldn’t shake the feeling that what we were fixing wasn’t the thing that was broken.
Sahil Kapoor
How to Become a Product Manager
You don’t need a PM title to start thinking like one. This is a hands-on path to build product instincts, by noticing flows, fixing real problems, redesigning what’s broken, and learning to ship with judgment. No fluff, just habit and reps.
Cognitive Biases & Design Principles in Product Design
Design is psychology in disguise. Every scroll, tap, and wait time is shaping user behavior. Products that lean into these biases feel smooth and addictive, while those that ignore them feel clunky.
The Hidden Cost of Remote Work
Remote looks attractive in the short run, no commute, lower expenses, the ease of home. But years later, the regret surfaces. You realise you missed out on the social side of work, the compounding of proximity, the unspoken lessons that come only from being in the room.
The Secret to Faster, Better Teams
More headcount doesn’t guarantee more output, often it just adds overhead, slows decisions, and creates blockers. The real advantage comes from building small, values-aligned teams where every person raises the bar.
Living in a Two Player World
Across India’s biggest markets, two dominant names hold the top, and everyone else fights for scraps. It is efficient, but it raises questions about the future.
Everyday AI Prompts Worth Saving (For Engineers + PMs)
Most people use AI like a toy. I use it like a power tool. These prompts help me plan, write, prioritize, and think faster. Save them. They’ll compound.
Deploying on a Friday Night
Healthy teams respect operational risk. Stability isn’t an obstacle, it’s a responsibility.
Why We Made Copilot Mandatory (and Would Do It Again)
Everyone said "just try it," so we did. Then we made it non-optional. Not because we love AI, but because we hate wasting smart people’s time on dumb stuff.
Lessons from Working a Decade in Startups
If you’re about to start your first company, here’s everything I wish someone had told me before I burned through time, energy, and peace of mind.