#AskDushyant Reflections on Technology, Memoir & Thoughtful Living
Retiring before 40 is often viewed as a fantasy reserved for a rare few. But determination, thoughtful risk-taking, and persistence can reshape what we believe is possible. In a world that rarely slows down, taking time to reflect becomes an act of clarity. These pages capture that journey — lessons born from effort and struggle that quietly remind us, ”Life’s real victories often lie beyond the obvious milestones .”
Nagarro office desk — quietly holding the memory of my six-month bike ride, where every mile on the road became a lesson in resilience, discipline, and leadership.
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Your first job is a milestone that stays close to your heart and shapes your professional mindset forever. I received my first offer through NIT Rourkela campus placement at Erevmax Technologies in Kolkata. Fresh out of college, after spending two months in Sarni, everything felt new, fast, and demanding. That one month in Kolkata became unforgettable, blending office memories with challenging experiences at my rented place. The training focused not only on technology applications but also on corporate life, discipline, and office ethics. I clearly remember traveling alone by train to Kolkata for the first time in my life. My…
In 2009, I returned to my village, Mohad near Kareli, Madhya Pradesh, seeking something I could not yet define. A simple bike ride on my Bajaj Avenger became more than a journey—it became a path to self-reflection. The rustic roads, open fields, and silent skies created a space where thoughts slowed down and clarity quietly emerged. Village life in Mohad had its own rhythm, untouched by urgency, deeply rooted in tradition, and beautifully connected to nature. Riding through Kareli’s countryside, I felt a rare stillness, something modern life often forgets but the soul deeply understands. Those days were spent with…
Growing up, visiting my father’s workplace was always a fascinating adventure. As a child, I frequently accompanied him to the Sarni Power Plant on rugged Rajdoot motorcycle, marveling at the massive machinery and relishing hearty meals at the plant’s canteen. Those visits weren’t just about seeing where my father spent his days but also about learning the significance of hard work and dedication in powering the nation. Fast forward to 2013, during my Maha Kumbh biking journey, I made a detour to Sirmour Hydro Electric Plant, where my father was then posted. Riding my Bajaj Avenger, I spent a day…
The way I build software has fundamentally changed. For decades, I operated in a system defined by timelines, sprint cycles, coordination overhead, and constant follow-ups. Progress depended not just on…
In the early days of the internet, authentication was simple. A username and password protected most systems, and developers rarely worried about complex access control. As the web evolved into…
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APIs power the modern digital economy. From mobile applications and SaaS platforms to AI systems and financial infrastructure, nearly every modern software product relies on APIs to exchange data and…
Many tech startups overlook foundational development practices that can significantly reduce engineering effort. With well-designed terminal scripts and automation, teams can eliminate nearly 40% of repetitive development work and build…
Modern developers rely heavily on command-line tools. Package managers such as Homebrew have made installing and managing tools extremely convenient, especially on macOS and Linux. But what if you want…
I’m Dushyant Gadewal—#AskDushyant, a small-town dreamer turned tech entrepreneur and advisor. From chasing cricket dreams and Indian Army SSB interviews to riding solo across India, my journey has been fueled by passion, curiosity, and a relentless drive to explore the unconventional.
My professional foundation was laid at NIT Rourkela, where I graduated in Computer Science & Engineering in 2006—an experience that shaped my problem-solving mindset and long-term view of technology.
Over the last two decades, I’ve lived and worked through the Gurgaon–NCR startup ecosystem, experiencing it across multiple cycles—early-stage experimentation, rapid scale-ups, and acquisitions. My journey spans hands-on roles at Travelguru (Desiya), Vriti Infocom, and Nagarro, where I operated in fast-moving environments that demanded product-first thinking and execution at speed.
In 2010, I joined PeopleStrong as an early member of the core technology team, where I played a hands-on role in shaping the platform’s foundational product architecture. Over nearly a decade, I had the opportunity to see the organisation scale into one of India’s leading HR technology companies. Importantly, this journey gave me perspective not only as a technologist, but also as a shareholder—including exit participation in its April 2025—Goldman Sachs–led transaction—and, therefore, a front-row view of how disciplined long-term technology and product decisions compound into sustainable enterprise value.
These experiences ultimately came together in the founding of ArcTop Labs, my own venture recognized under the #StartupIndia DIPP7405 initiative. Here, I apply everything learned from the startup trenches—building scalable, resilient technology platforms designed for real-world business impact, not just launch-day success.
In 2022, after two decades in the industry, I stepped away from full-time employment #RetireAt40 to pursue work rooted in freedom, creativity, and long-term impact. Now, I guide students, startups, and businesses as a tech advisor—helping them align technology with vision, growth, and strategic clarity.
Through my blog, NextStruggle, I share personal memoirs, tech insights, and social reflections drawn from a life of experiments, risks, and reinvention.
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