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This episode of my podcast is a conversation with Usman Asif, a thought leader in the tech industry. The discussion covers various topics including the remote culture in Pakistan, the importance of on-site work environments, the meaning of DEVSINC, the difference between a developer and an engineer, and the significance of having a market-sellable skill set. The conversation also delves into the training and leadership practices at DEVSINC, and the growth-oriented approach of the company, as opposed to a revenue-driven one. The podcast also covers the use of AI in data analysis, the company's investment strategies, and the mission of DEVSINC. The conversation touches on the quality of freelance engineers in Pakistan, the role of AI and human intelligence, and the impact of technology advancements on skills. The podcast also discusses the hiring process at DEVSINC, team building, and the qualities of a good leader. Usman also shares his views on the tech bubble, decision-making, and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. The podcast concludes with a thank you note and contact details for Usman Asif.
00:00 Summary of conversation with Usman Asif
2:28 Remote culture in Pakistan
5:30 Usman prefers an on-site work environment
7:15 What DEVSINC stands for?
8:40 Developer vs Engineer
10:48 Market sellable engineer
12:29 Training at DEVSINC
13:40 Leadership and CHUTZPAH
16:50 Physical vs remote workspace
18:34 Targeting clients
20:11 Data analysis through AI
21:42 DEVSINC client portfolio
22:37 Equity and investments with customers
23:17 Customer retaining
25:01 Allocating budget for equity with customers
26:03 Growth-oriented goal, not revenue-oriented
28:53 Investment strategies and temperament
30:35 Mission of DEVSINC
31:40 Diversification of investment
34:30 Freelance engineers’ quality in Pakistan
39:30 ChatGPT
41:40 AI and human intelligence
43:50 Replacement of skills by advancement in technology
48:02 Computer Science faculty in Universities
50:00 Courses and discipline
54:35 Hiring process, internship, and mentorship at DEVSINC
58:00 Grow far with the team
1:00:17 Team Building
1:04:53 Narcissism is an addiction
1:09:18 CEOs and Governing Board at DEVSINC
1:12:20 Creating Passion and accountability
1:15:00 Follow the leader who is mission oriented
1:16:42 Tech Bubble or recession
1:20:20 Decision making
1:21:18 Becoming an entrepreneur
1:24:25 Motivational speaker and Trainers
1:26:35 Understand your passion and have a range
1:30:40 Selfless mission evolution
1:32:50 Capturing software engineering market
1:35:00 Advice by Usman to aspiring entrepreneurs
1:43:25 Thank you note and Contact details of Usman Asif
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