About me
Hello, welcome to my blog. I’m Niraj Chauhan — a software craftsman with over 16 years of experience, currently leading Web Apps at Travelopia in Bengaluru, India.
I enjoy solving real business problems with pragmatic engineering. Domain-Driven Design (DDD) is one of my preferred approaches, and I apply it when it helps align teams, domains, and outcomes.
Lately, I’ve been exploring two sides of AI: AI-infused products (where LLMs are embedded into customer workflows) and AI-partnered delivery (where LLMs help engineers with spec-writing, coding, debugging, reviews, and testing). I actively coach teams on making this practical — less hype, more outcomes.
I also co-host The Story Points, a podcast dedicated to the intersection of product and technology — conversations about what works, what breaks, and how teams actually ship.
Outside work, I train across running, cycling, and swimming — endurance sports that keep me honest about consistency and long-term progress.
I’m also passionate about Japanese manga and anime — particularly a huge fan of One Piece — and enjoy collecting anime figurines. Gaming on my Nintendo Switch and Xbox, and listening to progressive rock bands such as The Pineapple Thief and Lunatic Soul are a few of my favorite ways to unwind.
Family life is essential to who I am. My wife Binisha and our son, Yuvein, fill my days with joy. On weekends, you’ll often find us exploring parks, trying new restaurants, spending quality time together, or catching up with friends.