Mudit Verma
Eminent Speaker
Short CV: Mudit Verma holds the senior position within IBM Research's Hybrid Cloud Operations Dept., backed by over 10 years of extensive research experience. His expertise lies in Distributed Systems and Cloud technology. In recent years, he has been actively involved in intelligence-driven Cloud Operations, with a focus on enabling self-* properties like Closed-Loop Management, assurance, and effective Observability. He is a co-inventor of more than 20 United States patents (at various stages of filing) and has co-authored multiple research papers accepted at esteemed conferences. Additionally, he has mentored and collaborated with over two dozen students from renowned academic institutions including Boston University, IISc, IITs, IIITs, among others. His educational background comprises an integrated first-degree 4-year Master's in Information Systems from BITS Pilani, followed by an joint MS in Computer Science from KTH Sweden and IST Lisbon, for which he received the prestigious Erasmus Mundus Scholarship from the European Commission.
Title of Talk 1: Observability for Microservices in Multi-Cloud Era
Synopsis: Observability data plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth functioning of an application. Continuous monitoring is a key aspect of observability that enables developers to identify and address issues in real-time, thereby facilitating efficient debugging, fault management, and timely corrective measures.
However, with the increasing complexity of modern applications, especially those based on microservices architectures, the amount of operations data, including logs, metrics, traces, etc, generated by these systems has significantly increased. The collection, storage, and maintenance of this data come at a considerable cost, both in terms of resources and finances. This talks would discuss how observability plays a significant role in large scale applications and how it can be scaled and optimised.
Title of Talk 2: Containers and Kubernetes in Application Modernization: A Practical Exploration
Synopsis: This session is a deep dive into the heart of application modernization, spotlighting the indispensable role of Containers and Kubernetes technology. We shall understand the industry's transition towards microservices-based development and the pivotal influence of these technologies. Attendees will engage in hands-on learning, exploring the fundamentals of the Containers ecosystem, their orchestration using Kubernetes and OpenShift, and the step-by-step process of application containerization and deployment. Attendees shall also gain a comprehensive understanding of how Containers and Kubernetes are revolutionizing the landscape of large-scale application development and deployment for better scalability and performance.
Title of Talk 3: Chaos Engineering for Better Resiliency
Synopsis: This talk shall delve into the fascinating world of Chaos Engineering for Better Resiliency, offering valuable insights into how controlled disruptions can bolster large scale systems reliability. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore this subtle yet effective approach, discovering its ability to empower organisations to navigate challenges with ease, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and be better prepared for the unpredictable. Moreover, this talk will provide guidance on how students can embark on a learning journey in Chaos Engineering, equipping them with valuable skills to contribute to the development of resilient systems in the future.
Mudit Verma
Qualifications: MS Computer Science
Title: Senior Research Engineer
Affiliation: IBM Research Laboratory, New Delhi
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mudit-verma-2414799/
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