How to Enable Enterprise SSO with Auth0 and Azure AD (in 20 Minutes)
So, your new SaaS app is finally working. You’re getting users, things are looking good. Then, the email lands in your inbox from a big potential client: “We love your product and want to roll it out to our 500 employees. Do you support SSO with our Azure Active Directory?” Your heart sinks a little. […]
RAG vs. Fine-Tune vs. Prompt: The Ultimate Cost-per-Answer Showdown
The Core Question: Which Method is Cheapest? In the rapidly evolve landscape painting of artificial intelligence, business and developer be constantly seeking the nearly effective and cost-effective methods to leverage Large Language Models (LLMs). The fundamental question that frequently arises is which optimization strategy Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), or Fine-Tuning delivers the low cost-per-answer? […]
Normalization vs. Denormalization of Data – Choosing the Right Approach
In database design, one of the most basic decisions that developers and architects must make is whether to normalize or denormalize data. This directly affects the efficiency with which your application stores, retrieves, and manages information, and it affects the real-world performance of your application. Let’s look at what these terms mean, why they matter, […]
Step-by-Step Guide: Migrating an Azure SQL Database to AWS RDS for SQL Server Using a .bacpac File
Introduction Organizations increasingly adopt multi-cloud strategies, making it common to migrate workloads between providers like Azure and AWS. A key challenge is migrating an Azure SQL Database to an AWS RDS for SQL Server instance while ensuring data integrity and minimizing downtime. This guide details a real-world migration process using a .bacpac file for transfer. […]
Application Development
How to Enable Enterprise SSO with Auth0 and Azure AD (in 20 Minutes)
So, your new SaaS app is finally working. You’re getting users, things are looking good. Then, the email lands in your inbox from a big potential client: “We love your product and want to roll it out to our 500 employees. Do you support SSO with our Azure Active Directory?” Your heart sinks a little. […]
From Platform Threads to Virtual Threads: A New Era of Java Concurrency
In Java, threads are the foundation of concurrency. They allow multiple tasks to run concurrently, making applications more responsive. making applications more responsive. For year, Java have relied on platform thread, where every Java thread be mapped to an operating system thread. nonetheless, this work okay for CPU-intensive workload, but it become a trouble when […]
Integration of Entra ID with One Login as TIDPs (Trusted Identity Provider)
This document is for the refers to integrate the Microsoft Entra as the TIDPs for the One Login users to access the One Login Application with the credentials of there Entra ID. Step-by-Step Integration Guide Step 1: Log in to the OneLogin Administration Portal Log in to the OneLogin Administration Portal to begin integrating with […]
Artificial Intelligence
The Future of Connected AI: Predictions for the Model Context Protocol
Looking Beyond the Horizon of AI Integration Rapid advances in artificial intelligence (AI) have led to a transition from an emphasis on building smarter AI models to the more valuable goal of developing models that are connected and context aware. Large Language Models (LLMs), for instance, relatively new models, which have demonstrated usefulness for automating […]
MCP vs. RAG vs. API Calls: Choosing the Right AI Data Integration Method
The Evolving Landscape of AI Data Integration The potential of generative AI is changing the way organizations interact with data. Large Language Models (LLM) are no longer operating on static training datasets but are being propelled by connections to dynamically, real-time, contextual data. However, connecting LLMs to up to date data isn’t as simple as […]
Model Context Protocol: Bridging the Gaps in AI Integration for Smarter Enterprise Workflows
As artificial intelligence (AI) matures and businesses are increasingly leveraging AI for automation, analytics, customer service, and decision making, enterprises face one challenge underlying most AI advancements: how do they integrate AI models into existing processes while being contextually aware, interoperable, and maintaining performance? This is where Model Context Protocol (MCP) comes in. This blog […]
Database
Normalization vs. Denormalization of Data – Choosing the Right Approach
In database design, one of the most basic decisions that developers and architects must make is whether to normalize or denormalize data. This directly affects the efficiency with which your application stores, retrieves, and manages information, and it affects the real-world performance of your application. Let’s look at what these terms mean, why they matter, […]
DevOps
Step-by-Step Guide: Migrating an Azure SQL Database to AWS RDS for SQL Server Using a .bacpac File
Introduction Organizations increasingly adopt multi-cloud strategies, making it common to migrate workloads between providers like Azure and AWS. A key challenge is migrating an Azure SQL Database to an AWS RDS for SQL Server instance while ensuring data integrity and minimizing downtime. This guide details a real-world migration process using a .bacpac file for transfer. […]
Building a Greener Tech Future with Sustainable DevOps
As companies continue to shift toward digital transformation, the environmental impact of IT infrastructure is becoming impossible to ignore. Sustainable DevOps — often called Green DevOps — introduces eco-friendly practices into development and operations, reducing energy waste while improving efficiency and performance. Below are the core features and benefits of adopting Sustainable DevOps practices in […]
Nexus Database Migration: From OrientDB to H2
This document outlines the steps to migrate Nexus Repository Manager’s database from OrientDB to H2 using the Nexus DB Migrator Tool. The migration is necessary when switching from the default OrientDB to H2, which is more suitable for certain setups. To migrate to the H2 database in Nexus Repository, ensure you’re using version 3.70.0 or […]
DevSecOps
Building a DevSecOps Maturity Framework: A High-Level Playbook for Enterprises
In today’s digital landscape, the need to deliver software rapidly while maintaining strong cybersecurity practices has never been more critical. DevSecOps bridges the gap by integrating security directly into development and operations workflows. But without a structured approach like the DevSecOps Maturity Model, security integration can remain inconsistent.To address this, organizations are adopting strategic frameworks […]
Release Engineering Security Best Practices
What…? Release Engineer…!! Yes.. Release Engineers combine the tasks and play the role of an overseer to the development and operations teams in facilitating a coordinated, efficient, and accurate release of software. You may refer to them as the conductors of software delivery. Release Engineer’s Main Focus Areas Constructing and distributing software Supervising and managing […]
GenAI in DevSecOps: Enhancing Security & Compliance
Generative AI is revolutionizing industries, and DevSecOps (Development, Security, and Operations) is no exception. With the adoption of AI-driven automation by organisations, the threats and vulnerabilities in security are also morphing accordingly. In this competitive market, organizations need to integrate security into their DevOps pipelines. Traditional security handles the reactive side of the equation, but […]
Enterprise Architecture
Securing Your MCP Server: A Checklist for Protecting Sensitive Data
In the fast evolving world of AI infrastructure, integrating tools and large language models (LLMs) through protocols like MCP (Model Context Protocol) can be transformative but without the proper safeguards, it can also become dangerously vulnerable. As organizations recognize the amazing potential of AI technology, a big question arises. Are your MCP server implementations sufficiently […]
Top 10 MCP Servers & Tools to Watch in 2025
The AI revolution is already here and it’s going faster than you think. As intelligent agents gain capabilities and become more tightly integrated with real-world workflows, the need for more robust, scalable infrastructure has never been greater. The challenge of this evolution is primarily driven by the Model Context Protocol (MCP) a protocol for building […]
Appreciating Redis and Caching in Microservices Using Spring Boot
Modern systems, especially those built using microservices architecture, prioritize performance and scalability. One of the most effective strategies to achieve both is caching. In this blog, we’ll explore Redis Caching in Spring Boot Microservices, understand its importance, see how Redis plays a key role, and learn how to implement it efficiently. If you’re aiming to […]
Generative AI
RAG vs. Fine-Tune vs. Prompt: The Ultimate Cost-per-Answer Showdown
The Core Question: Which Method is Cheapest? In the rapidly evolve landscape painting of artificial intelligence, business and developer be constantly seeking the nearly effective and cost-effective methods to leverage Large Language Models (LLMs). The fundamental question that frequently arises is which optimization strategy Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), or Fine-Tuning delivers the low cost-per-answer? […]
Understanding Agentic AI: Benefits, Functionality & How It Differs from Traditional AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly evolving, and Agentic AI is the latest advancement disrupting the AI ecosystem. While traditional AI models are reactive and typically focused on specific tasks (i.e., a narrow assignment), Agentic AI systems are meant to act as agents that can take independent action, can exhibit initiative, and can responsibly and intentionally […]
GenAI in Industry: A Roadmap for Transformation
Artificial Intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept—it is a business imperative. As industries race towards digital transformation, Generative AI (GenAI) emerges as a game-changer, reshaping operational efficiency, decision-making, and innovation.
Leadership & Culture
Mahavatar Narsimha: Ancient Wisdom for Today’s Corporate World
Last weekend, I found myself doing something I hadn’t done in months—sitting in a theater, completely disconnected from emails and Slack notifications. My wife had been insisting we watch Mahavatar Narsimha (IMDb link)—an animated masterpiece that has already crossed ₹200 Cr at the box office. Beyond its visual brilliance, the film delivers a deeper message […]
Payment Gateway Integration
Simpler way to Integrate Razorpay with web application: Technical Guide
In today’s world, it is very common to build a web application integrated with payment gateway. However, it is equally important that payment functionalities are secured, verifiable and trustable. In India, Razorpay is providing simpler and quicker solution to integrate the payment gateway. It has wide range of options for that including secured set of […]
Power BI
Data-Driven Insights: A Proven Recipe
Welcome to Chef Data’s Kitchen! Did you know that over 80% of business decisions rely on data insights today? Just like a well-prepared dish needs the right ingredients and steps, effective data analysis requires a structured process. In this blog, we’ll walk you through each essential stage of data analysis—turning raw data into a perfectly […]
Mastering Power BI Embedding: A Comprehensive Guide for Developers
In today’s data-driven world, the ability to visualize data effectively is more critical than ever. Power BI, a powerful business analytics tool from Microsoft, allows users to create interactive and insightful reports and dashboards.
Prompting
RAG vs. Fine-Tune vs. Prompt: The Ultimate Cost-per-Answer Showdown
The Core Question: Which Method is Cheapest? In the rapidly evolve landscape painting of artificial intelligence, business and developer be constantly seeking the nearly effective and cost-effective methods to leverage Large Language Models (LLMs). The fundamental question that frequently arises is which optimization strategy Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), or Fine-Tuning delivers the low cost-per-answer? […]
Strategy
From Lean Thinking to Lasting Impact: Lessons on Building What Customers Truly Want
Introduction: In a world obsessed with speed, startups often confuse movement with progress. But during my learning experience at IIM Ahmedabad, one simple yet profound insight stood out: “The difference between success and failure isn’t the idea — it’s how fast you learn what customers truly want.” That single sentence reshaped how I view innovation, […]
Brand and Brand Image Perceptions in Software Services and Products
Why Brand Matters During my Executive Management Program at IIM Ahmedabad, one of the most memorable sessions was on brand and brand image. The core idea was simple yet powerful: 👉 Customers don’t buy a product; they buy the perception, the emotions, and the promises attached to it. The faculty illustrated this with the story […]
Thought Leadership
Economic Lessons for Startups, Shipping & Sports
Every startup founder, shipping executive, or cloud product manager is unknowingly an economist. Pricing a freight lane, a SaaS subscription, or even a football stadium ticket involves the same invisible forces that guide the chaiwala outside your office. This post unpacks economic efficiency, price controls, taxes, and elasticity but instead of chalkboard theory, we’ll ground […]
Mahavatar Narsimha: Ancient Wisdom for Today’s Corporate World
Last weekend, I found myself doing something I hadn’t done in months—sitting in a theater, completely disconnected from emails and Slack notifications. My wife had been insisting we watch Mahavatar Narsimha (IMDb link)—an animated masterpiece that has already crossed ₹200 Cr at the box office. Beyond its visual brilliance, the film delivers a deeper message […]
Decision-Making Demystified: The Art, Science, and Human Element
Decision-making isn’t just a corporate buzzword. It’s a fundamental leadership skill part logic, part gut feel, and part structured methodology. In this blog, I reflect on key insights I learned through my academic and professional journey covering decision-making models, human traps, analytical methods, and mathematical tools that shape better decisions. The Decision-Making Process A Strategic […]