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Dilusha Gonagala

Dilusha Gonagala

Principal Software Engineer | AWS Solution Architect | Podcaster

As a seasoned Software Engineer with a knack for navigating the dynamic landscapes of industries like equipment manufacturing, e-commerce, and fintech, I'm here to share my journey through life and tech. From unraveling the mysteries of Node.js and AWS to tackling the quirks of everyday existence, join me in this casual corner of the web where we explore everything from coding conundrums to the profound ponderings of life. Strap in for a ride through my adventures, tech tips, and musings on the marvelous chaos of it all! 🚀✨

Latest Articles

View article Reminder To My Present Self from 12 years ago
Reminder To My Present Self from 12 years ago

Reminder To My Present Self from 12 years ago

12 years ago it was just me, Sublime Text, and curiosity. No AI, no shortcuts. Just grind. Looking back now, I see how every small step shaped the life I have today.

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View post Scarcity Makes You Hustle
Scarcity Makes You Hustle
29 Aug 2025

Scarcity Makes You Hustle

Scarcity teaches grit in ways abundance never will. Looking back, my best skills were forged when ev...

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View post The Two Great Tragedies
The Two Great Tragedies
29 Aug 2025

The Two Great Tragedies

George Bernard Shaw once wrote that there are two great tragedies in life: the first is not getting ...

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View post Why Every Link Tool I Tried During My Podcast Days Drove Me Crazy
Why Every Link Tool I Tried During My Podcast Days Drove Me Crazy

Why Every Link Tool I Tried During My Podcast Days Drove Me Crazy

Back when I was doing my podcast, the most annoying part wasn't recording or editing. It was just ma...

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View post When Your Random Thoughts Start Showing Up in Science Papers
When Your Random Thoughts Start Showing Up in Science Papers

When Your Random Thoughts Start Showing Up in Science Papers

A few years ago, I had this wild idea that our universe might be inside a black hole. Now I'm seeing...

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View post Building Something That Matters
Building Something That Matters

Building Something That Matters

Lately, I've been deep in a side project. I won't say much about what it is yet, but it's something ...

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