About Valentin Podkamennyi - Engineering Insights
Insights on building digital products, leading engineering teams, advising startups, and exploring trends in technology and AI.
I’m a seasoned software engineer and technical leader with 20+ years of experience building and scaling digital products. I’ve contributed to hundreds of software projects across industries including analytics, healthcare, real estate, and fintech.
As a serial entrepreneur and co-founder, I advise startups on aligning technology with business goals. I’m also an active contributor to open-source and regularly share insights on engineering through writing and community engagement.
Currently, I lead frontend initiatives on the Web Analytics team at HubSpot while supporting clients through boutique consulting.
Why I Write
This blog is my place to share insights from the field. Technology is noisy, and I aim to cut through the hype with clear, focused analysis.
Much of my work centers on system architecture, developer experience, and data strategy. I’m especially interested in the fast-moving world of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and cloud infrastructure. The articles here reflect not only my experience leading engineering initiatives, but also my curiosity about where technology is headed.
Every post is grounded in real-world practice. I use AI tools to polish writing and optimize for search, but the ideas and technical depth always come from hands-on work.
What You’ll Find Here
- Concise news and analysis of key trends in software and intelligent systems
- Deep dives into development, architecture, and product strategy
- Lessons drawn from decades of building technology at scale
Affiliate Disclosure
Some posts on this blog contain affiliate links. If you click on these links and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products I personally use or trust. This helps support the blog and allows me to continue sharing engineering insights.
Let’s Connect
I’m always open to conversations about impactful projects, technical advising, or product strategy. If something you read here sparks an idea - or a debate - I’d be glad to hear from you.
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Feel free to message me on any of these platforms.