I build hardware, software, and the systems required to manufacture both.

On a mission to make manufacturing as accessible as software.

Hey there, I'm Balu! I love building things. These days, I'm focused on building my own company and bringing new open hardware products to life. I'm passionate about engineering and anime, and I'm always happy to chat about both (and more). Previously, I built intelligent CAD software for mechanical engineers at Hanomi, where we reimagined design automation with AI. I also helped build the open-source API development ecosystem at Hoppscotch.

Recent writing

I Wrote One Blog. Then Disappeared.

A reflection on the challenges of consistent writing, perfectionism, and my journey from three-draft paralysis to embracing "complete is better than perfect".

What I’m building now

  1. VaderBuilding

    Redefining how on-call should feel for engineering teams. My main focus right now.

  2. autofabBeta

    One-click online 3D printing on demand, built alongside local maker collaborators.

  3. CoryDoraShipped

    An open-source QMK-compatible macropad — designed, manufactured, and sold independently from India.

  4. BrainDumpBuilding

    A fresh take on note-taking that keeps ideas fast, searchable, and shareable. With Krishna Shamji.

Work

  1. Company
    Hanomi
    Role
    Full Stack Engineering Contractor
    Date
  2. Company
    Hoppscotch
    Role
    Product Engineer (Backend)
    Date
  3. Company
    Osure Care Pvt Ltd
    Role
    Project Lead
    Date
  4. Company
    Various Companies
    Role
    Freelance Fullstack Developer
    Date
  5. Company
    SMIDER Technology Pvt Ltd
    Role
    Principal Engineer
    Date
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Say hi

Have an ambitious idea? Building something interesting? Or just want to say hello?

I'd love to hear from you.

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