Remembering Soma | Madrona

Catching up after my travels to the heartbreaking information of the passing of S. Somasegar (Soma). My heartfelt prayers exit to his household, family members, associates, and everybody whose lives he touched. The loss feels deeply private for therefore many throughout the worldwide know-how and developer group. During the early years of my profession, throughout Microsoft developer days, and as a part of the #MUGH Hyderabad group, Soma had a profound affect on how I considered know-how and its potential to resolve actual world issues. What at all times stood out to me was not simply his unbelievable management and contributions to Microsoft, Visual Studio, and the developer ecosystem, however his humility and generosity. Despite being a pacesetter, he at all times took the time to hear patiently to younger builders, encourage concepts, respect sincere product suggestions, and uplift deserving expertise. For many people, he was greater than a know-how chief. He was a mentor, motivator, group builder, and somebody who impressed numerous folks to dream larger, innovate, and even pursue entrepreneurship. I really feel actually grateful that our paths crossed. His affect formed not solely my know-how journey but additionally the way in which I take into consideration group, management, and giving again. The know-how world has misplaced an distinctive chief, mentor, and above all, a genuinely fantastic human being. His affect will proceed to dwell by means of each developer, technologist, and group member he impressed. Gone too quickly. You shall be deeply missed.