There are two good reasons to choose computer science as your field of study and profession:
Sunday 31 December 2023
Two Good Reasons To Choose Computer Science
The Origin Of Ripped Patched Jeans
In case you ever wondered about the origins of ripped/patched jeans, here's a little history lesson you may enjoy :):
Some Free Advice For University CEOs, Chancellors And Vice Chancellors!
As I recall my days in Dehradun and transition from my "University of Yesterday" to a humbler but an academically richer and more sincere environment, here's some free advice to University CEOs, Chancellors and Vice Chancellors who would like to put their ventures firmly on a downward spiral:
Engaging Computer Scientists In Interdisciplinary Domains
Here's a talk I gave to Computer Science students to showcase how, with a few elective courses, they can very well work on a wider range of problems that don't traditionally lie in the field of Computer Science: Dr Brijesh Eshpuniyani on 10th May 2023 (youtube.com)
Here I discuss how they could work in the domain of Aerospace Engineering if they wish to. I'm sure it's possible to build bridges between computer science and other areas as well.
Saturday 30 December 2023
Aryabhatta and Ramanujan
A friend wittily remarked today: It is apt that Aryabhatta is from India. Because India's contribution in the world of mathematics, at least for the last couple of centuries, has essentially been Zero.
What Makes A University Great?
Great universities are not just about great campuses, great recreational facilities, great buildings, fancy guesthouses and great canteens and restaurants.
Getting Ahead In Life!
There are two ways to move forward in life:
Getting Ahead The Right Way!
An erstwhile friend once made the following most important remark:
Friday 29 December 2023
Evil Ain't A Loyal Mistress!
Jus' like
All Sikhs ain't Ugra-wadis
All Muslims ain't Aatank-wadis
An' all
Remove Religious Affiliation From University Names!
Attaching a religious affiliation to a university's name or giving preference to students of any religion in the admission process is not fine as it excludes - and that is opposite the spirit of education: to include everyone.
We need to rename several of our universities to correct this:Banaras Hindu University --> Banaras University.
Aligarh Muslim University --> Aligarh University.
Madras Christian College --> Madras College.
And so on...!
Need A Movie On "Mutiny Of 1857 And Divide & Rule"!
I wish someone would make a movie on the Mutiny of 1857 and the subsequent Divide and Rule policy. First the Brits and then politicians and two bit unenlightened religious leaders. This would be one of the most relevant Historical Epics made. Will start sublimating 160 years of polarization!
Ustad Bismillah Khan: Ganga Snaan, Namaaz, Balaji Mandir!
Here is Ustad Bismillah Khan playing Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram on the Shehnai: Ramdhun (Raghupati Raghava) Kaharwa (youtube.com)
Thursday 28 December 2023
Mata Amritanandamayi: A Gentle Caution
I don't think its wise to speak too negatively against a spiritual master (Guru) without due cause as it can disturb faiths.