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Lessons in Leadership and Adaptation | with Darshan Bildikar

Lessons in Leadership and Adaptation | with Darshan Bildikar

Author: Bill December 12, 2025 Duration: 56:32
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In this conversation, Darshan Bildikar shares his journey from being an introverted builder to a successful engineering manager. He discusses his early experiences in programming, his transition into management, and his time at Amazon, where he built and led teams. Darshan reflects on his move to a startup environment, the impact of AI on productivity, and the importance of balancing speed and quality in development. He emphasizes the need for human oversight in AI-driven processes and shares insights on adapting to different work cultures and the future of work.

Connect with Darshan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darshanbildikar/

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