<![CDATA[Naveen's Substack: Bytes & Biceps]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.comhttps://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!qBm5!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1d9952a6-6fef-48a2-87fd-60ec9b8fff06_400x400.pngNaveen's Substack: Bytes & Bicepshttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.comSubstackFri, 01 May 2026 06:14:14 GMT<![CDATA[Learn the ABCs of System Uptime - MTTD, MTTR, MTBF Explained]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/learn-the-abcs-of-system-uptime-mttdhttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/learn-the-abcs-of-system-uptime-mttdWed, 21 Feb 2024 16:00:56 GMTTL;DR: This post underscores the criticality of three metrics—Mean Time To Diagnose (MTTD), Mean Time To Recover (MTTR), and Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)—in ensuring software system reliability and stellar user experiences. These metrics are crucial to minimizing downtime, as indicated by the 'number of nines' in availability and maintaining servic…

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]]><![CDATA[The Teenage Open-Source Phenomenon: Neil's Coding Story]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/the-teenage-open-source-phenomenonhttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/the-teenage-open-source-phenomenonThu, 14 Dec 2023 15:14:50 GMTIn a world where age often limits what we can do, my 15-year-old son Neil challenges this notion. He proves that passion and skill are not restricted by age. Instead of waiting to grow up before making his mark in the world, Neil is actively stepping into the technology field, which is often perceived as daunting even for many adults.

His playground? Op…

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]]><![CDATA[Biting Into 'The Comfort Crisis', A Chewy Discourse on Hunger and Habits]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/biting-into-the-comfort-crisis-ahttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/biting-into-the-comfort-crisis-aSun, 12 Nov 2023 13:01:01 GMTHave you ever found yourself elbow-deep in a bag of chips, suddenly hit by the realization that you weren't hungry but just bored? Welcome to the modern eating problem, courtesy of our cozy, comfy, comfort-driven lives—a theme masterfully unpacked by Michael Easter in his book "The Comfort Crisis."

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]]><![CDATA[Why should you read different books simultaneously?]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/why-should-you-read-different-bookshttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/why-should-you-read-different-booksWed, 08 Nov 2023 13:01:20 GMTI used to read to finish a book to share my progress or boost my ego that I have finished X number of books in a month. But over time, my perspective on reading has shifted. And here is how

Follow one rule: Read 20 pages a day.

I promised myself I'd read 20 pages daily but could read two pages from a book and keep switching different books. So it wasn't d…

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]]><![CDATA[Dare to Walk a Different Path: Raising Contrarian Children in a Conventional World]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/dare-to-walk-a-different-path-raisinghttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/dare-to-walk-a-different-path-raisingWed, 01 Nov 2023 13:37:31 GMT


The early morning light filters through the curtains, casting a soft golden glow over the room. At 7:30 AM, while most kids reluctantly shake off sleep, my children dive deep into books. Not just any books. They read "Comfort Crisis" and "The Great Mental Models." Their eager, young minds digest ideas and concepts many adults might find challenging.

It w…

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]]><![CDATA[A Deep Dive into My Unexpected Failure in Algorithmic Competition]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/a-deep-dive-into-my-unexpected-failurehttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/a-deep-dive-into-my-unexpected-failureWed, 25 Oct 2023 12:00:31 GMTToday, I'm exploring two mind tricks: armchair quarterback syndrome and imposter syndrome.

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Understanding the Mind Games

First, let's decode these terms. Armchair quarterback syndrome is simple. It's when we think we're experts. We criticize professionals. Yet, we lack their skills. Think of a football fan yelling at their …

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]]><![CDATA[This Pill May Cause Euphoria, Increased Stamina and a Longer Healthier Life]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/this-pill-may-cause-euphoria-increasedhttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/this-pill-may-cause-euphoria-increasedSun, 22 Oct 2023 12:00:14 GMTIn the quest for eternal life, many have searched for the mythical Fountain of Youth, but what if the elixir of life wasn't a hidden spring but rather just 90 minutes of workout per week? Enter the world of longevity, where the art of not dying involves getting up, moving, and breaking a sweat. In Peter Attia MD's book *Outlive*, we find a treasure trov…

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]]><![CDATA[Why Everyone Should Get a DEXA Scan, Unmasking the Hidden Villain, Visceral Fat]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/why-everyone-should-get-a-dexa-scanhttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/why-everyone-should-get-a-dexa-scanWed, 18 Oct 2023 12:00:58 GMTEver heard of a DEXA scan? No, it's not the latest sci-fi gadget from a blockbuster movie. It's a real-life tool that can reveal some intriguing (and sometimes shocking) truths about our bodies. And after diving into the book "Outlive" by Peter Attia, MD, I'm convinced that everyone should get one. Here's why.

The Skinny on Being... Well, Skinny

First off…

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]]><![CDATA[Transforming my health and well-being was as simple as dipping into 43°F water for 11 minutes daily.]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/transforming-my-health-and-well-beinghttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/transforming-my-health-and-well-beingSun, 15 Oct 2023 12:00:50 GMTIntroduction:

In tough times, we sometimes look for unique ways to help ourselves. That's why I tried dipping into 43°F water for 11 minutes every day. I had gut issues and was searching for a natural way to feel better. I read about the incredible benefits of cold water and the Vagus Nervous system in books and research papers. Join me on this adventure…

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]]><![CDATA[5 Math Secrets You Never Saw in the Simpsons]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/5-math-secrets-you-never-saw-in-thehttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/5-math-secrets-you-never-saw-in-theWed, 11 Oct 2023 12:00:07 GMTYou have been in the dark the entire time! The Simpsons aren't about a clueless father, a caring mother, a naughty boy, an intellectual girl, and a genius baby, but are actually about stuffing your brain with random mathematical facts!

The Simpsons are filled with random facts, but of these random facts that get padded into each episode, here are my favo…

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]]><![CDATA[From Airwaves to Hardcover: My Personal Edition of Naval's 'How to Get Rich']]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/from-airwaves-to-hardcover-my-personalhttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/from-airwaves-to-hardcover-my-personalSun, 01 Oct 2023 12:00:19 GMTEver come across words so striking you'd carve out a place for them on your bookshelf? That was my experience with Naval's podcast, "How to Get Rich". Join me on this adventure as I share the story of transforming fleeting digital wisdom into a lasting, hardbound legacy.

The Genesis of an Idea

One motto I've stood by is: Reading is better than listening.

P…

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]]><![CDATA[The Journey Two Google's Peer Bonus Award: My Commitment to Open Source Contributions]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/the-journey-two-googles-peer-bonushttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/the-journey-two-googles-peer-bonusWed, 27 Sep 2023 12:02:21 GMTIn the digital world, lots of data and codes often hide recognition. Yet, Google's Peer Bonus awards stand out. They are made to reward those who contribute to Open Source Software (OSS). Developers worldwide desire these awards.

I am honored to have received this award not once but twice in consecutive years: 2021 and 2022.

How did I achieve this?

It's a …

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]]><![CDATA[Patience in Investing: Unpacking Buffet's 96% Wealth Growth After Age 65 ]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/patience-in-investing-unpacking-buffetshttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/patience-in-investing-unpacking-buffetsSun, 24 Sep 2023 12:00:16 GMTDid you know that 96% of Warren Buffet's wealth was accumulated after he turned 65? This surprising fact is not fiction. It's a powerful example of how patience, discipline, and time can transform investing. As we explore further, I'll show you how to make substantial money over time, just like Warren Buffet.

The Buffett Blueprint: Long-term Thinking

Warr…

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]]><![CDATA[Why do I run every day? ]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/why-do-i-run-every-dayhttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/why-do-i-run-every-dayWed, 20 Sep 2023 12:00:23 GMTThe answer lies in a man I admire greatly, David Goggins. Goggins doesn't just speak his life motto of 'suffer to grow'; he embodies it daily, marking him as a true inspiration.

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In the book "Think Again", Adam Grant talks about "armchair theorists" - people who only talk but don't act. Unlike these theorists, David Go…

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]]><![CDATA[The Buffet-Valentine Framework: A Guide to Paranoid Money Management]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/the-buffet-valentine-framework-ahttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/the-buffet-valentine-framework-aSun, 17 Sep 2023 12:00:28 GMTEver wonder why some affluent individuals lose their wealth in a crisis while others don't? It's not just about making money. It's about keeping it. This is where the Buffet-Valentine Framework comes in. This approach to money management prioritizes survival over quick wins, emphasizing the importance of wealth preservation.

Wealth: A Slippery Slope

To un…

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]]><![CDATA[Five Things We Can Learn from the 1954 Texas A&M Football Team: A New Way to Think About Being Tough]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/five-things-we-can-learn-from-thehttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/five-things-we-can-learn-from-theWed, 13 Sep 2023 12:00:54 GMT

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Surviving Isn't the Same as Winning: Picture the brutal training camp of the 1954 Texas A&M football team. Coach Paul "Bear" Bryant was in charge. He made them work so hard that out of over a hundred players, only eight could make it through. But here's the twist. It wasn't these eight who led the team to a win two year…

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]]><![CDATA[The Misunderstood Meaning of Toughness: A Contrarian Perspective]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/the-misunderstood-meaning-of-toughnesshttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/the-misunderstood-meaning-of-toughnessSun, 10 Sep 2023 12:00:26 GMTWhen you hear the word "tough," what comes to mind? Some might think it means handling tough times without batting an eye. But let's think again. Let's look at the story of the 1954 Texas A&M football team, nicknamed the Junction Boys.

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Under the hard hand of Coach Paul "Bear" Bryant, these boys trained for ten rough d…

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]]><![CDATA[Reflections - The Journey of Raising Successful Kids by Leading by Example]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/reflections-the-journey-of-raisinghttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/reflections-the-journey-of-raisingFri, 08 Sep 2023 13:34:12 GMTImagine two teenagers making their mark in the tech world. One, an 11th grader, is already involved in a startup and writing open-source software. The other is a 9th grader, an author of two books, competing in coding contests, and contributing to the open-source community. Both have stood confidently on stage, addressing large tech audiences, and their written words have graced significant tech publications. These are my sons.

Every parent beams with pride at their children's achievements. But beyond the accolades and the applause lies a deeper story. How did we nurture such curiosity and drive? Through trials, errors, and relentless perseverance, I've realized the power of leading by example.

Golang:
Introduction to Coding with Golang It wasn't about jumping onto a tech trend; it was about discovery. When I began experimenting with the Golang programming language, its simplicity and potential caught my sons' attention. Their journey into the coding world was more about shared exploration than classroom instruction.

Rucking:

Physical Challenge Meets Mental Fortitude Hauling 50-pound backpacks up and down stairs at home wasn't about flexing muscles. Inspired by "The Outlive," and "The Comfort Crisis," it became a lesson in resilience. Every step tested our stamina, showing us that strength wasn't just physical.

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]]><![CDATA[Is the Keto Diet For You? Insights from The Psychology of Money]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/is-the-keto-diet-for-you-insightshttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/is-the-keto-diet-for-you-insightsWed, 06 Sep 2023 12:00:20 GMTAre you considering jumping on the keto diet bandwagon? With its growing popularity and countless success stories circulating online, it's easy to be enticed by the allure of rapid weight loss and improved health. But before you make a decision that could impact your well-being, let's take a step back and explore an unlikely source of wisdom: the world …

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]]><![CDATA[The Unusual Journey: How My Teenage Son Ended Up Working in a Supply Chain Security Startup]]>https://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/the-unusual-journey-how-my-teenagehttps://blog.naveensrinivasan.com/p/the-unusual-journey-how-my-teenageTue, 05 Sep 2023 12:00:24 GMTSecuring the software supply chain is no longer an option in our digital age—it's necessary. 

I still remember the proud and reflective moment when I sat beside my son, Nathan, as he signed a contract with a Supply Chain Security Startup. It was a significant milestone and made me reflect on the journey that brought us to this point.

Nathan's algorithm pr…

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