Crafting Code and Embracing the Unknown

I’m Akash Rajpurohit, a software engineer & tech enthusiast based in Mumbai, India šŸ‡®šŸ‡³.
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  • # projects# engineering

    I built my own in-house Newsletter system

    Discover how I transformed the need for a newsletter system, sparked by Revue's shutdown, into a fulfilling side project. Dive into the my journey of conceptualizing, breaking down, and building a custom newsletter system that seamlessly integrates with my website's content workflows.

  • # linux

    SystemD Timers vs. Cron Jobs

    Explore the world of task scheduling in Linux as we compare the classic Cron Jobs with the modern SystemD Timers. Learn when to use each method and how to set them up to automate your Linux system tasks effectively.

  • # engineering

    Incremental Static Regeneration: Dynamic Websites with SSR and Cache Headers

    Step into the world of web development magic as we unravel the fascinating tale of Incremental Static Regeneration (ISR). Join me on this journey where we'll explore how to leverage Server-Side Rendering (SSR) with smart cache headers to build dynamic websites that load with lightning speed. Buckle up – we're about to give your website a turbo boost!

  • # engineering# nodejs

    Running SSL on Localhost

    In today's digital landscape, security is paramount. Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) is a crucial technology that encrypts data transmitted between a user's browser and a website, ensuring confidentiality and integrity. But did you know you can also enable SSL for your localhost development environment? This guide will walk you through the process step by step.

  • # docker

    Reduce Docker Image Size Like a Pro

    Dive into the realm of Docker image optimization and learn how to sculpt sleek and efficient images that won't weigh down your containers. Join me on this journey as we unravel practical techniques and step-by-step methods to trim the excess fat, from choosing the right base image to mastering multi-stage builds. Let's embark on a quest to craft Docker images that are both agile and powerful.

Work

  1. Postman logo
    Company
    Postman
    Role
    Software Engineer
    Date
    June 2022 Present
  2. Cimpress logo
    Company
    Cimpress
    Role
    Software Engineer
    Date
    April 2021 June 2022
  3. PeopleGrove logo
    Company
    PeopleGrove
    Role
    Software Engineer
    Date
    August 2020 April 2021
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