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At Cashfree Payments, we nurture a culture where continuous learning drives innovation and strengthens our collective growth. In July of 2024, we introduced Tech Bytes and Coffee, our flagship internal knowledge-sharing series that embodies this philosophy by connecting our tech teams with industry leaders for impactful conversations on technology, leadership, and growth.
By bringing together some of the brightest minds in the industry and our in-house tech experts, we aim to create a collaborative space for the free flow of ideas, learning from each other, and translating the insights into impactful solutions.
Here’s a look at the insightful sessions that have taken place so far:
Making Digital Products Inclusive for All
Our inaugural session of Tech Bytes and Coffee featured Rtn. Srinivasu Chakravarthula, Director of Product Accessibility at Freshworks, who is a pioneer in accessibility. Born with low vision due to premature birth, he has never let challenges stand in his way, carving out an inspiring journey in the tech space. Srinivasu has been working in this space since 2000 to ensure digital products are usable by everyone, including people with disabilities.
The session was a powerful reminder that products are truly successful only when designed inclusively, keeping in mind the needs of diverse communities. His practical approach demonstrated how accessible design not only enhances user experiences but also drives meaningful impact by making digital products usable for all.
Scaling Products from Scratch and Leadership Lessons
In our second edition, Natraj Choudhury, CTO of Lenskart, joined us for a dynamic fireside chat with Ishani Dhiman, our Senior Technical Program Manager at Cashfree Payments.
The session covered a wide range of topics, including how to scale products from the ground up and how the evolution of technology has impacted businesses. We also discussed the best practices for overcoming challenges during rapid growth. His leadership mantra? A clear vision that empowers teams by providing clarity and direction, unlocking their potential.
Known for creating a Neo banking platform and developing the biometrics matcher for India’s UIDAI AADHAAR project, Nataraj is a seasoned technology leader, having held leadership positions at Ola Cabs, Walmart, NEC, and Wipro.
Innovation Through Curiosity and Resilience
In our final session of last year, we hosted Sandeep Kohli, Co-Founder of Divyam.AI, in conversation with Mayank Juneja, our Associate Architect at Cashfree Payments.
The discussion touched upon several key themes for thriving in a dynamic tech landscape, including the importance of customer feedback in building resilient products and how staying curious about technology can drive a positive impact. Further, he added that knowing technology inside-out while maintaining flexibility and openness to change is indispensable.
Sandeep brings over 25 years of experience, having led transformative tech innovations at Flipkart and IBM, including modernising systems, enhancing data resilience, and advancing big data platforms. He has also founded two successful startups and holds eight patents.
Stay tuned for upcoming editions of Tech Bytes and Coffee, where we’ll continue to feature thought leaders who inspire and equip us for the future.
