Kushagra Sharma's Blog Posts

Kushagra Sharma is a Product Manager at Cisco working on AIOps products that help teams operate complex systems with intelligence and scale. He focuses on translating customer problems into practical, data-driven solutions at the intersection of AI, reliability, and software platforms. Passionate about clear thinking and strong product craft, Kushagra writes to share insights on technology, product strategy, and building systems that actually work in the real world.

From Grind to Growth: How To Encourage Innovation in Engineering Teams
Cto Stack
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From Grind to Growth: How To Encourage Innovation in Engineering Teams

With the freedom to innovate, engineering teams can go beyond simply pushing code.
Blacklist & Whitelist: Terms To Avoid
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Blacklist & Whitelist: Terms To Avoid

In this article, we will dive into why “blacklist” and “whitelist” are not inclusive terms and explore potential alternatives that can promote a more inclusive language.
SAST vs. DAST vs. RASP: Comparing Application Security Testing Methods
Learn
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SAST vs. DAST vs. RASP: Comparing Application Security Testing Methods

Building secure apps is the only way forward. Learn about security testing solutions SAST, DAST, and RASP, as they offer multi-layered protection for applications
SCADA Systems: What They Are & How They Work
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SCADA Systems: What They Are & How They Work

SCADA is a common industrial control system. Let’s understand how SCADA systems work, including the various components, and also look at the challenges today.
Splunk’s Ingest Processor - Why It Is A Game Changer For Managing Log Data In The World Of Observability
Observability
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Splunk’s Ingest Processor - Why It Is A Game Changer For Managing Log Data In The World Of Observability

The introduction of the Ingest Processor will revolutionise the use of log data within your environment. Learn more about how it can be a game changer for managing log data in the world of observability.
CI/CD Automation for Splunk Apps using GitHub Actions, Part 2
Tips & Tricks
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CI/CD Automation for Splunk Apps using GitHub Actions, Part 2

Streamline your Splunk app development with CI/CD automation using GitHub Actions. Learn how to validate code with Splunk AppInspect, run tests across multiple Splunk versions in Docker, and automate app releases. Boost efficiency, collaboration, and code quality with this step-by-step guide.