Hi there, I’m Sid—telling tech tales & shipping for builders.
I am a seasoned DevRel leader, published author, and international keynote speaker with over a decade of experience cultivating innovation and scaling developer ecosystems across the globe. Currently leading Developer Relations across APJ at ClickHouse, I specialize in blending technical storytelling, real-time data, and AI to make complex architectures relatable and actionable.
With a “Local to Global” philosophy, I’ve transformed grassroots developer initiatives into global movements—from scaling APAC ecosystems at Neo4j and Google to shipping a new vibe-coded product every single month in 2026.
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Books & Publications
Python for Psychology, Social Sciences, and Education
Programming Made Easy for Psychologists, Educators, and Social Scientists
Building Neo4j-Powered Applications with LLMs
Create LLM-driven search and recommendations applications with Haystack, LangChain4j, and Spring AI.
Graph Data Science with Python and Neo4j
Practical approaches to leveraging graph data science to solve realworld challenges.
Technologies I Work With
Leveraging real-time analytical databases, knowledge graphs, and agentic AI frameworks to build practical developer tools and scalable architectures.
Recognition & Advisory
Industry awards, academic advisory boards, and technical certifications across the global developer ecosystem.
Advising on Computer Science curriculum, industry-academia alignment, and emerging AI/data engineering tracks.
Certified practitioner in property graph modeling, Cypher query optimization, and graph-powered AI architectures.
Recognized globally among top community builders for scaling high-impact developer and startup ecosystems.
Speaking & Upcoming Talks
Sharing field notes on Real-Time Analytics, Generative AI, Knowledge Graphs, and Developer Ecosystems at conferences worldwide.
From Black Box to Business Trust: Making AI Applications Observable, Reliable, and Decision-Ready
GITEX GlobalThe Model Gets the Headlines. The Database Wins the Race
Google Cloud Community Day MumbaiCommunities & Programs I’ve Shaped, Built, and Engaged With
From nurturing developer ecosystems to empowering startup communities, my journey has been a series of rewarding collaborations with visionary builders and groups. I've had the privilege of shaping and working with some of the most influential communities in the global tech and startup ecosystem, including Google Developer Groups (GDG), Google Developer Experts (GDE), ACM Distinguished Speakers, AWS Community Builders, AgentsNexus India, Headstart, and Atal Innovation Mission.
Experience & Education
Professional Experience
Senior Developer Relations Advocate APJ
CurrentI lead developer ecosystem strategy across Asia-Pacific and Japan for ClickHouse, an open-source, column-oriented, distributed OLAP database built for real-time analytics with SQL. I partner with Field Marketing, Sales, and key ecosystems to grow community-first programs, advocacy, and measurable adoption—from regional meetups and activations to tier-1 conferences and flagship events. I turn community engagement into technical content and customer stories, represent ClickHouse with talks across the data and developer landscape, and optimize for developer acquisition, engagement, and cloud trial growth across regional channels.
Developer Relations Lead APAC
I led Developer Relations for Neo4j across APAC, scaling the developer ecosystem across nine active chapters with a high-impact engagement model that drove strong meetup and community growth. I transitioned the region to a GenAI-first community motion, multiplied third-party ecosystem partnerships and conference presence, and served as the primary bridge between APAC developers and Neo4j product—turning feedback into insights for developer experience and product direction. I delivered advanced technical talks, workshops, and enablement on graph databases, GenAI, and applied AI; built scalable leadership among local organizers with consistent standards; and positioned Neo4j as a core platform for AI and GenAI workloads among developers, startups, and enterprises.
Lead - Developer Relations and Business Strategy
I built India’s first developer community around Fintech and Embedded Finance while leading developer engagement and strategy for Zwitch.io, enhancing its Developer Hub and API experience. I drove developer-focused content, guided feedback-driven improvements, and led strategic initiatives, including Kerala’s first fintech accelerator, OpenUp.
Program Manager
I led 270+ Developer Student Clubs across 120+ cities in India, fostering peer-to-peer learning and community-driven solutions. I built relationships with 50+ Google Developer Experts, achieving 170% YoY growth in scale, and launched impactful initiatives like Build for Digital India with MeitY, engaging 7K+ students. Additionally, I mentored TensorFlow User Groups, co-led large-scale AI initiatives, and served as a startup advisor for programs focused on AI, agriculture, and sustainable development goals.
Ecosystem Engagement Manager
I led content strategy and delivery on cutting-edge technologies, including AI, Cloud Computing, and IoT, while managing Intel’s AI-focused student programs, scaling to 40+ institutions. I also drove developer skilling initiatives for Google and Microsoft across K-12 and higher education and contributed to product and business development for AI-based solutions.
Java Application Developer
I contributed to enhancing the performance and efficiency of the IBM Java SDK, ensuring high-quality delivery. I developed test frameworks for parallel programming using the CUDA4J API on NVIDIA GPUs and demonstrated strong debugging skills, achieving over 98% bug removal and fixing efficiency.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management (Information Technology and Systems)
I pursued a comprehensive program focused on business management with a specialization in Information Technology and Systems, enhancing my expertise in strategic decision-making, technology management, and innovation-driven business growth. The curriculum strengthened my ability to integrate technical knowledge with business acumen, driving impactful outcomes in dynamic, tech-focused environments.
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Computer Science Engineering with specialization in Oil & Gas Informatics
I specialized in Computer Science Engineering with a focus on Oil & Gas Informatics, blending core software engineering principles with industry-specific knowledge in energy systems. The program equipped me with technical proficiency in data management, software development, and informatics solutions tailored to the oil and gas sector, preparing me to solve complex, domain-specific challenges with innovative technology solutions.