Santosh Shelar

About Me

Developer • Creator • Tech Enthusiast on a mission to simplify complex tech and share tools that make development easier.

14+
Years Experience
50+
Projects Completed
25+
Articles Written

My Journey

After a decade in development, I've learned that the best way to grow is by sharing what we learn. This site is my corner of the internet for doing exactly that—a place where I share practical tools, real-world tutorials, and insights from my journey through tech.

The Beginning

My passion for development started with curiosity and a desire to build things that matter. Over the years, I've worked on everything from small startups to complex enterprise systems, picking up lessons at every turn.

The Philosophy

Whether you're debugging code at 2 AM, preparing for your next interview, or exploring new technologies, I hope you find something here that makes your journey a little easier.

I believe in learning by doing, sharing openly, and building a community where everyone can grow together. When I'm not coding, you'll find me exploring new AI tools, contributing to open source, or sharing what I've learned with the developer community.

My Purpose

My Mission

To create a comprehensive resource hub that empowers developers with practical AI tools, actionable tutorials, interview preparation guides, and code snippets that solve real problems.

Simplify Complex Tech

Break down complex concepts into digestible, actionable content that developers can immediately apply.

Build Practical Tools

Create AI-powered tools that solve real-world problems developers face daily.

Foster Community

Cultivate a supportive environment where developers can learn, share, and grow together.

Technical Skills

Frontend

Angular
TypeScript
JavaScript
HTML/CSS
Bootstrap CSS

Backend

Node.js
Python
Express
REST APIs
C#
ASP.NET

Database

MySQL
MongoDB
Redis
SQL

Tools & Others

Git
GitHub
TFS

Professional Experience

Technology Manager

NSE Cogencis Information Service LTD., Mumbai

Jan 2022 - Present

Responsible for leading technical development, improving system performance, and ensuring stable operation of financial platforms.

  • Developed new system modules and managed deployment and release activities
  • Optimized APIs and database queries to reduce response time and improve reliability
  • Led development and enhancement of core financial components
  • Performed production troubleshooting and root cause analysis to minimize downtime
  • Guided developers on technical design decisions and complex problem-solving
  • Improved system stability by identifying bottlenecks and implementing long-term fixes

Team Lead (Scrum Master)

Ebix Cash Financial Technology, Mumbai

Jul 2019 - Dec 2021

Led product development activities while managing Scrum processes and enabling teams to deliver monthly financial technology releases.

  • Facilitated sprint planning, backlog refinement, standups, reviews, and retrospectives
  • Maintained product backlog and ensured alignment between business goals and development
  • Collaborated with product owners and engineers to clarify requirements and remove blockers
  • Improved delivery timelines by applying Agile methodologies
  • Supported cross-functional teams to ensure smooth release cycles
  • Enhanced communication flow to maintain consistent progress across teams

Lead Engineer

Finoux Solution Pvt Ltd., Mumbai

May 2013 - Jul 2019

Led development and deployment of trading platforms for major financial institutions, managing architecture, coding, documentation, and releases.

  • Designed architecture for trading applications and handled end-to-end development
  • Created secure authentication and authorization modules for trading users
  • Built trading features including Place Order, Order Book, and Trade Book modules
  • Developed trading platforms for clients such as HDFC Securities, Religare, Anand Rathi, JB, and Master Trust
  • Prepared release notes and handled deployment activities
  • Collaborated closely with stakeholders to refine functional and technical requirements

Lead Engineer

Miles Software Solutions Pvt Ltd., Mumbai

Apr 2018 - Mar 2019

Developed modules and enhanced existing components for the Fundware financial product with a focus on performance and reliability.

  • Developed new modules for the Fundware product suite
  • Created an efficient web service API layer over the database
  • Resolved issues in existing modules to improve system stability
  • Enhanced performance of critical components using optimized SQL and logic restructuring
  • Worked closely with QA to deliver defect-free builds

Software Executive

Pragati Software Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai

Mar 2011 - May 2013

Contributed to ERP system development including requirement analysis, design, module development, and deployment.

  • Gathered requirements and documented functional specifications for ERP modules
  • Designed relational database structures and developed new business modules
  • Handled deployment, release planning, and version control activities
  • Improved existing modules based on user feedback and performance issues
  • Worked within an Agile environment to deliver enhancements iteratively
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