Akhilesh K - Essays https://akhileshk.in/essays Documenting my learnings and perspective, one essay at a time. en-us Sun, 27 Sep 2026 01:56:40 -0000 Why strong engineers are rarely blocked https://akhileshk.in/essays/on-rarely-getting-blocked-as-a-software-engineer https://akhileshk.in/essays/on-rarely-getting-blocked-as-a-software-engineer Sun, 27 Sep 2026 01:56:40 -0000 What experienced engineers do differently when the work gets difficult, uncertain, or dependent on someone else. I started reading again. https://akhileshk.in/essays/i-started-reading-again https://akhileshk.in/essays/i-started-reading-again Sun, 27 Sep 2026 01:56:40 -0000 A reflection on rediscovering the joy of reading after a long hiatus. Why I run? https://akhileshk.in/essays/why-i-run https://akhileshk.in/essays/why-i-run Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0000 Exploring the mental and physical benefits of running. Marking the 100k ride off my bucketlist https://akhileshk.in/essays/marking-the-100k-ride-off-my-bucketlist https://akhileshk.in/essays/marking-the-100k-ride-off-my-bucketlist Thu, 22 Aug 2024 12:00:00 -0000 A reflection on the challenges and triumphs of completing a 100k cycling ride. How to quantify search relevance https://akhileshk.in/essays/how-to-quantify-the-search-results-quality https://akhileshk.in/essays/how-to-quantify-the-search-results-quality Sun, 27 Sep 2026 01:56:40 -0000 Understanding the difference between Load Balancer, API Gateway and the Reverse Proxy https://akhileshk.in/essays/understanding-the-difference-between-load-balancer,-reverse-proxy-and-api-gateway https://akhileshk.in/essays/understanding-the-difference-between-load-balancer,-reverse-proxy-and-api-gateway Sun, 27 Sep 2026 01:56:40 -0000 How does the HNSW algorithm work https://akhileshk.in/essays/how-does-the-hnsw-algorithm-work https://akhileshk.in/essays/how-does-the-hnsw-algorithm-work Sun, 27 Sep 2026 01:56:40 -0000 When Priorities Change https://akhileshk.in/essays/when-priorities-change https://akhileshk.in/essays/when-priorities-change Sat, 02 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0000 Adapting to changing priorities in athletic pursuits. Strong resume matters! https://akhileshk.in/essays/strong-resume-matters! https://akhileshk.in/essays/strong-resume-matters! Sun, 27 Sep 2026 01:56:40 -0000 Key strategies for building a standout resume. The math behind the TF-IDF https://akhileshk.in/essays/math-behind-tf-idf https://akhileshk.in/essays/math-behind-tf-idf Sun, 27 Sep 2026 01:56:40 -0000 Bloom Filters Explained https://akhileshk.in/essays/bloom-filters-explained https://akhileshk.in/essays/bloom-filters-explained Thu, 23 Nov 2023 12:00:00 -0000 An introduction to Bloom Filters, their structure, and use cases. I completed my first marathon! https://akhileshk.in/essays/i-completed-my-first-marathon https://akhileshk.in/essays/i-completed-my-first-marathon Tue, 19 Sep 2023 12:00:00 -0000 My experience of training for and completing a marathon. Exploring Minimalist Running Shoes https://akhileshk.in/essays/exploring-minimalist-running-shoes https://akhileshk.in/essays/exploring-minimalist-running-shoes Fri, 07 Jul 2023 12:00:00 -0000 The pros and cons of running with minimalist shoes. Training for a Triathlon https://akhileshk.in/essays/training-for-a-triathlon https://akhileshk.in/essays/training-for-a-triathlon Wed, 21 Jun 2023 12:00:00 -0000 My journey and tips for preparing for a triathlon. Back to learning deeply https://akhileshk.in/essays/going-back-to-learning-deeply https://akhileshk.in/essays/going-back-to-learning-deeply Sun, 27 Sep 2026 01:56:40 -0000 How I'm approaching deep learning and knowledge acquisition in my career. Pushing Beyond Limits https://akhileshk.in/essays/pushing-beyond-limits https://akhileshk.in/essays/pushing-beyond-limits Thu, 09 Mar 2023 12:00:00 -0000 A reflection on the mental and physical challenges of endurance sports.