Productivity isn’t a one-size-fits-all formula. It’s a personal equation that varies with each individual, shaped by different lifestyles, priorities, and goals. …

Last week, I was in a business trip. Nestled in the heart of Southeast Asia, Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia, is an urban tapestry woven with the threads of diverse cultures, futuristic skyscrapers, lush green parks, bustling markets, and gastronomic delights. It’s a place where a skyline punctuated…

In today’s digital age, businesses constantly face the dilemma of whether to purchase commercial off-the-shelf software (COTS) or invest in building custom solutions in-house. This decision, often termed as the “buy vs build” debate, carries significant implications for operational efficiency, cost management, and strategic growth. …

October 18, 2023 In today’s fast-paced work environment, setting clear boundaries is not just a luxury-it’s a necessity. Understanding when to say yes and how to say no is crucial in balancing our professional lives and ensuring our mental and emotional well-being. …

October 17, 2023 In the modern professional landscape, continuous growth and adaptation are non-negotiable. Essential skills encompass a wide spectrum, from technical acumen to leadership prowess. Given the collective feedback, let’s delve into structured strategies for developing these vital abilities. Structured Skill Development: Modular Training: Consider setting up a curriculum, dividing skills into…

October 16, 2023 Yesterday, a friend asked me about tools to use for pipeline, and I suggested Argo CD, which is a declarative GitOps continuous delivery (CD) tool for Kubernetes. It enables developers to manage both infrastructure configuration and application updates in one system. …

October 15, 2023 I love learning, and I value both informal and formal training. On my spare time, I’m taking a part time master degree at National University of Singapore as well as studying for a few certificates in AWS and kuberenets. Learning new things empowers me to unlock my…

October 12, 2023 Yesterday, I was doing some research on pipeline setup. Continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) are two important practices in software development that help teams automate the building, testing, and deployment of their code. …

Today, I got a question from a consultant, who is really confused about AWS Cognito and AWS IAM Identity Center (successor to AWS Single Sign-On). They are both identity and access management (IAM) services offered by Amazon Web Services (AWS). Both services can be used to manage user identities and…