Unplugged: Beyond the Code

Exploring strategic thinking, philosophy, AI futures, and the art of creation.

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“Anticipating multi-layered moves: Chess parallels complex code structures.”

Extensive experience with over 2,500+ rated online chess games, demonstrating a commitment to consistent practice and strategic development.
Maintained a competitive win rate (47%) against an average opponent rating of 1463, indicating a solid understanding of strategic and tactical chess principles.
Demonstrated resilience and adaptability through a balanced win/loss ratio, showing the capacity to learn from both victories and defeats.
Experience with a high volume of games strengthens pattern recognition and rapid decision-making, skills applicable to complex problem-solving in technical domains.
Analysis of game outcomes and opponent strategies cultivates a continuous learning mindset, vital for adapting to dynamic environments in both chess and professional fields.

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“Synthesizing diverse knowledge to build robust mental models and drive informed action.”

Integrates behavioral science insights, like those from 'Thinking, Fast and Slow', to optimize cognition and habits.
Explores Indian philosophy, particularly Vedanta and Krishna Consciousness, for personal and professional development.
Synthesizes wisdom from Stoicism, Adlerian psychology, and contemporary thinkers for resilient, ethical action.
Identifies and integrates connections between diverse fields, fostering holistic understanding and problem-solving.
Actively researches and synthesizes advancements in LLMs and AI alignment, focusing on societal impacts.

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“Building intelligent systems: leveraging AI as a fundamental, adaptable building block.”

Develops and implements LLM applications using OpenAI APIs (GPT-4/3.5, Embeddings) for various practical applications.
Constructs and optimizes Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, grounding LLMs with custom data via vector databases.
Designs and experiments with agentic systems using LangChain (JS/TS), enabling reasoning, planning, and tool integration.
Designs and refines prompts for optimal LLM performance, focusing on accuracy, control, safety, and structured output formats.

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“Deciphering the universe's elegant 'source code' reveals patterns for resilient systems and holistic problem-solving.”

This fosters appreciation for evolutionary cycles and dynamic equilibrium in nature, promoting a mindset of continuous transformation and growth.
Drawing from Freud's 'Subterranean System Dynamics' and the Socratic Method's 'Dialectical System Refinement', I uncover deeper motivations and anticipate challenges for profound personal growth.
Leveraging Adler's 'Teleology of Systems' and Jung's 'Archetypal System Patterns', I gain insights into human motivation and universal experiences, aiding in navigating social dynamics and fostering well-being.
Through Vedanta and non-dual philosophy, I cultivate systems thinking, seeing the universe as an interconnected tapestry for understanding logic and finding elegant solutions in life.