Kunal Kushwaha

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Here’s what it’s really like to help shape one of the biggest open source projects in the world. Josep Prat has been contributing to Kafka for nearly 15 years, helping it grow, scale, and evolve. He’s played a key role in some of Kafka’s biggest upgrades, like tiered storage and…

What does it take to scale one of the biggest open source projects in the world? My friends at @aiven_io are hosting a great session with Greg Harris, the engineer behind KIP-1150, Kafka’s move to go fully diskless. He’ll explain how it works, why it matters, and what it means…

I spoke with @tom_wilkie, CTO of @grafana about what it’s like scaling open source projects while building a commercial company around them. Discussed the challenges, lessons, and what goes on behind the scenes of a tool so many of us use: youtu.be/AKmnXtDOZ_c

Our flagship conference, @civonavigate, is coming to Bangalore, India this year! 🇮🇳 I’m looking to connect with local communities and meetup groups for free community sponsorships and tickets to the event. If you're interested, feel free to reach out to me at [email protected] ✉️…

“I don’t think open source is a business model.” Had a great conversation with @grafana's CTO, Tom, about all things open source and observability. Full episode drops on my channel next week.

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The UK now leads the US as a top destination for business investment, at least in the eyes of CFOs. In Deloitte’s latest survey, the UK (tied with India) came out on top, with 13% of CFOs rating it as a very or somewhat attractive place to invest. That’s a sharp shift from just…

If you missed the news: Windsurf might be in trouble. OpenAI tried to buy them for $3B but the deal collapsed. Now the founders and most of the core team have joined Google. Google didn’t buy the company, just licensed some of the tech. Windsurf is still running, but with the…

I created an MCP server for @CivoCloud , so that I can directly create the Kubernetes clusters or cloud instances I want to use without switching contexts. Thanks for @kunalstwt 's support. github.com/tao12345666333…

London folks, see you tomorrow at the @civonavigate launch party! We’ve got a few spots left, and it’s free to register: lu.ma/yxkgbp1p Come mingle with industry professionals, thought leaders, and innovators as we set the stage for an exciting conference.

Krumware reduced their cloud spend by 80% after moving to @CivoCloud. They were looking for a simpler, more cost-effective way to manage Kubernetes without the usual complexity. Always good to see teams benefit from a platform that focuses on simplicity and performance.…

People do not decide their futures, they decide their habits and their habits decide their futures. I’ve been thinking about how it’s rarely one big decision that shapes your life, it’s the small things you do every day.

TikTok got hit with a €530 million fine by the Irish Data Protection Commission for sending EU user data to China without proper safeguards or transparency. This isn't just about one company, it’s a reminder of why data sovereignty and trust matter. When platforms fail to…

Most developers I know are excited about AI, and rightly so. 68% say it's saving them over 10 hours a week. But here’s the kicker: we're still losing time overall. According to @Atlassian's new State of Developer Experience 2025 report, 50% of developers now lose more than 10…

I chat with Richard "RichiH" Hartmann, Senior Developer Programs Director at @grafana, at GrafanaCON 2025. We talk about the future of Grafana 12, what’s happening with OpenTelemetry, and how AI is changing the way we monitor systems. youtu.be/TX0gHiWqAfc

I sit down with Torkel Ödegaard, the creator of Grafana, to talk about the journey of open source, where Grafana is headed, and how AI is playing a role in the future of observability. youtu.be/f01DJ6h7Bhs

We’re hosting a launch party for @CivoCloud Navigate London 2025, happening next Tuesday evening at our London office. If you're around, drop by for a relaxed evening of food, drinks, and good conversations as we kick off our flagship event on AI and data sovereignty. 📍 Civo…

Get a chance to win $1000 in cloud credits! We’re running a quick survey (5–10 mins) to understand the current state of cloud adoption, cost challenges, and emerging trends in India. Your insights will help shape a detailed report on how organisations are navigating the…

I am joining a panel with Ben Norris (AI Engineer) and Kendall Miller (Biz Dev) to talk about how GPUs fit into the AI world. We’ll cover: - GPU vs CPU – what actually matters - Key specs and software you need to know - How to get started with GPUs if you’re building something…

Nearly a month in Japan left me inspired. Now back in London, recharged and brimming with ideas. Let’s build some cool things.