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Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 102: After the War: The Quiet Rule of YudhishthiraNarrated by Kumar VarunAfter winning the war, Yudhishthira becomes king, but there's no joy in his victory. In this episode, we explore how the Pandavas treated Dhritarashtra and Gandhari with deep respect, how Bhima struggled with forgiveness, and how Yudhishthira ruled not like a conqueror, but like a man carrying the burden of loss. A quiet, emotional chapter of what it truly means to lead with dharma.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further readings:1. The Mahabharata by C. Rajagopalachari 2. Critical Edition of the Mahabharata (Bhandarkar Oriental Research I...
2025-08-2604 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp 101: A Pound of Flour vs. a King’s Horse SacrificeNarrated by Kumar VarunAt Yudhishthira’s grand Ashwamedha Yajna, a strange weasel appears , half of it pure gold. What it says shocks everyone. It tells the story of a starving family’s tiny gift... that outweighed the king’s entire sacrifice.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further reading:C. Rajagopalachari, Mahabharata Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, 1951.Kisari Mohan Ganguli (translator), The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa Published 1883–1896. Public domain translation.Critical Edition of the Mahabharata produced by the Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute (BORI), Pune.
2025-08-1906 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 100 : Krishna’s Friend, Krishna’s TestNarrated by Kumar VarunKrishna meets an old brahmana friend after the war. What follows is a test of wisdom, ego, and humility — and a divine gift tragically rejected.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further readings:1. C. Rajagopalachari’s Mahabharata (Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan)2. Kisari Mohan Ganguli Translation of Mahabharata3. Critical Edition References: Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute
2025-08-1306 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.99: The Day Fire Fled: Samvarta vs BrihaspatiNarrated by Kumar VarunWhat happens when the guru of the gods becomes jealous of his own brother?This is the story of Brihaspati, Samvarta, a golden yajna, and the day fire itself got scared.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further readings:C. Rajagopalachari, Mahabharata, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mumbai, 1970.The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, translated by Kisari Mohan Ganguli, Book 12 (Shanti Parva)Gita Press, Mahabharata (Hindi-Sanskrit), Volume 4: Shanti Parva,
2025-08-0508 min
Latent Space: The AI Engineer Podcast🕰️ The Oral History of Windsurf (ft. Varun Mohan, Scott Wu, Jeff Wang, Kevin Hou, Anshul R)This is a recap episode that ends with a short fresh interview on the future of Windsurf + Cognition with Jeff Wang and Scott Wu at the end.As the story of Windsurf as an independent company has come to a dramatic close with Google and Cognition, we’re taking this opportunity to look back at our coverage of Windsurf over the last 3 years. Here’s a brief timeline with related links.Jun 2021 - Exafunction foundedOct 2022 - Codeium pivot https://windsurf.com/blog/beta-launch-announcementDec 2022 - “Copilot for X” https://www.latent.s...
2025-07-2800 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 97: Victory Meant Nothing: Yudhishthira’s BreakdownNarrated by Kumar VarunThe war is over, but Yudhishthira finds no peace. When Narada reveals the truth about Karna’s birth, the eldest Pandava breaks down in guilt and rage, not at the war, but at his mother. This episode tells the haunting aftermath of victory, the story of Karna’s curses, and the heartbreaking curse Yudhishthira unleashes in his pain.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further readings:Vyasa Mahabharata (Critical Edition), Stri Parva & Shanti ParvaC. Rajagopalachari’s MahabharataKisari Mohan Ganguli translationP. Lal’s Mahabharata retelling (Writers Workshop edition)Debroy, Bibek. The Mahabharata: Vol. 10–11Commentary...
2025-07-2207 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 85: The Lion’s Roar: Bhima’s Path of DestructionNarrated by Kumar Varun. As Yudhishthira's anxiety over Arjuna and Satyaki grows, he sends Bhima into the thick of battle, hoping for news of his brother. Bhima, unstoppable and furious, cuts through the Kaurava ranks like a storm, slaughtering eleven of Dhritarashtra’s sons and breaking through Drona’s forces with sheer power. When Drona himself tries to stop him, Bhima shows no hesitation—destroying eight of Drona’s chariots before forcing his way through. His lion’s roar echoes across Kurukshetra, reaching the ears of Arjuna and Krishna and Yudhisthira.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further readings:1. Vyasa, Kri...
2025-07-0107 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 82: The Hunt for JayadrathaNarrated by Kumar Varun. After learning of Abhimanyu’s tragic death, Arjuna takes a solemn oath—to slay Jayadratha before sunset the next day or sacrifice his own life. As news of this vow spreads, the Kauravas fortify their defenses, placing Jayadratha behind an impenetrable wall of warriors. With time running out, Arjuna faces relentless opposition, including a fierce standoff with Dronacharya. Can he break through the Kaurava lines and fulfill his deadly promise before the sun sets?Source, Bibliography and Suggested further readings:1. Vyasa, Krishna Dwaipayana. The Mahabharata. Translated by Kisari Mohan Ganguli, Bharata Press, 1883-1896.2. Subr...
2025-07-0108 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp 76: The Eleventh Day: Arjuna Saves YudhishthiraNarrated by Kumar Varun. On the eleventh day of the Kurukshetra war,Duryodhana tasked Drona with capturing Yudhishthira alive, hoping to exploit the Pandava king’s adherence to dharma. The Pandavas fortified Yudhishthira’s defenses, anticipating Drona’s plan. Drona unleashed his formidable prowess, scattering the Pandava forces. However, Arjuna, with Krishna’s guidance, intervened just in time, forcing Drona to retreat. The day ended with Yudhishthira safe and the Pandavas celebrating a small yet vital victory.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further readings:1. Vyasa, Krishna Dwaipayana. The Mahabharata. Translated by Kisari Mohan Ganguli. Public Domain, 1883–1896.2. Narayan, R.K. The Mah...
2025-07-0106 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 70 : The Seventh Day: Bhishma’s Might and Duryodhana’s DespairNarrated by Kumar Varun.On the seventh day of the Kurukshetra war, Duryodhana, disheartened by repeated defeats, sought solace from Bhishma, who reassured him and rallied the Kaurava army into a circular formation. The battle raged across multiple sectors with fierce clashes: Bhishma against Arjuna, Drona against Virata, and Aswatthama against Sikhandin. Bhima decimated Kritavarma and other Kaurava warriors, while Ghatotkacha fought Bhagadatta but had to retreat. Duryodhana narrowly escaped capture in a duel with Dhrishtadyumna, saved by Sakuni. Yudhishthira displayed uncharacteristic wrath, wounding Srutayu and forcing him to flee. The day ended with Bhishma holding his ground against...
2025-07-0109 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.66 : The Third Day: Arjuna Faces Bhishma's FuryNarrated by Kumar Varun.On the third day of battle, Bhishma led the Kaurava army in a strong formation, while the Pandavas countered strategically. The fighting was intense, with significant engagements between key warriors. Bhima wounded Duryodhana, causing temporary chaos among the Kauravas. Duryodhana accused Bhishma of not fighting wholeheartedly. Provoked, Bhishma launched a fierce attack, overwhelming the Pandavas. Seeing this, Krishna attempted to intervene directly but was stopped by Arjuna, who then fought Bhishma with full vigor. By day's end, Arjuna's prowess turned the tide, and the Kauravas retreated, acknowledging his superiority.Source, Bibliography and Suggested further reading:1...
2025-07-0110 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 89: The Illusion of Dusk: Krishna’s Trick and Jayadratha’s DoomNarrated by Kumar Varun. On the 14th day, Arjuna raced to kill Jayadratha before sunset—or die trying. As the Kauravas fiercely defended him, Krishna created an illusion, making Jayadratha lower his guard. Arjuna seized the moment, severing his head and fulfilling a deadly curse. As the Pandavas celebrated, the war raged on—now breaking all rules.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further reading:1. Vyasa, Krishna-Dwaipayana. The Mahabharata (Critical Edition). Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute, 1933-66.2. Ganguli, Kisari Mohan (translator). The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa. Pratap Chandra Roy, 1883-1896.3. Debroy, Bibek (translator). The Mahabharata (10 Volumes). Penguin India, 2010-2014.4. P. Lal...
2025-06-0506 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 88: The Price of Revenge: Satyaki vs BhurisravasNarrated by Kumar Varun. On Kurukshetra, an old feud reignites as Bhurisravas overpowers Satyaki. Just as he prepares the final blow, Arjuna intervenes, severing his arm. Accused of dishonor, Bhurisravas sits in meditation—only to be beheaded by a vengeful Satyaki, shocking all. Condemned across the battlefield, it’s a reminder that in war, rage often triumphs over reason. Meanwhile, Arjuna races against the setting sun—Jayadratha must die before nightfall.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further readings:1. Vyasa, Krishna-Dwaipayana. The Mahabharata. Translated by Kisari Mohan Ganguli. Bharata Press, 1883–1896.2. Debroy, Bibek. The Mahabharata: Volume 6. Penguin Books India, 2012.3. Menon, Ramesh...
2025-06-0308 min
The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch20VC: Windsurf Founder on Will Model Companies Own the App Layer | Why Moats Do Not Exist in a World of AI | Why the Notion of Single Person $BN Companies is BS | Lovable vs Bolt & Cursor vs Windsurf: How Does it All End with Varun MohanVarun Mohan is the CEO and Co-Founder of Windsurf, the leading AI-native IDE, which has over a million users and generates over 50% of all committed software across thousands of companies. Prior to Windsurf, Varun graduated with a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and led a team at Nuro focused on large-scale deep learning infrastructure for autonomous vehicles. Today's Agenda: [00:00] The $3B Startup That Only Happend on the Third Pivot [05:12] When to Give Up vs When To Stick at It [08:55] “Never Fall in Love With Your Idea” — Here’s Why [10...
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Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.87: Bhima’s Wrath: The Fall of the Kaurava PrincesNarrated by Kumar Varun. Bhima’s fury explodes as he cuts through the Kaurava ranks, slaughtering Duryodhana’s brothers one by one. Even Vikarna, the only Kaurava who defended Draupadi, falls to Bhima’s unstoppable rage. Meanwhile, Karna and Bhima engage in a brutal duel, but Karna, bound by his promise to Kunti, refuses to kill him—choosing instead to insult him. Just as Bhima prepares to strike back, Arjuna and Krishna arrive, forcing Karna to retreat. The sun inches closer to the horizon, and the battle for Jayadratha is far from over.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further...
2025-05-2607 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.86: Bhima vs. Karna: The Battle of FuryNarrated by Kumar Varun. On the fourteenth day of the Mahabharata war, the battlefield burned with multiple duels of destiny. Bhima charged through the Kaurava ranks to reach Arjuna, but Karna stood in his way.Bhima vs. Karna – A Battle of Brutality and Strategy.The Sun Moves Closer to the Horizon – Will Arjuna Reach Jayadratha?The war rages on, and the fate of the Pandavas hangs in the balance.Sources, Bibliography, and Suggested further readings:1. Vyasa, Krishna-Dwaipayana. The Mahabharata: Critical Edition. Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute.2. Ganguli, Kisari Mohan (Trans.). The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa. (1883-1896).3. Sukthankar, Vishnu (Ed...
2025-05-1608 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 84: The Fire and the Flood: Drona and Satyaki’s Deadly BattleNarrated by Kumar Varun. The battle rages as Satyaki and Drona clash in an intense duel. When Satyaki falters, Yudhishthira faces a tough choice. Meanwhile, Krishna’s conch sounds—but Arjuna’s bow is silent. Fearing the worst, Yudhishthira orders Satyaki to break through enemy lines to find Arjuna. But can he survive the Kaurava onslaught?Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further readings:1. Kisari Mohan Ganguli. The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa. Munshiram Manoharlal Publishers, 1883-1896.2. Bibek Debroy. The Mahabharata (Volumes 1-10). Penguin India, 2010-2014.3. J.A.B. Van Buitenen. The Mahabharata, Volumes 1-3. University of Chicago Press, 1973-1978.4. Ramesh...
2025-05-1207 min
The Pragmatic EngineerBuilding Windsurf with Varun MohanSupported by Our Partners• Modal — The cloud platform for building AI applications• CodeRabbit — Cut code review time and bugs in half. Use the code PRAGMATIC to get one month free.—What happens when LLMs meet real-world codebases? In this episode of The Pragmatic Engineer, I am joined by Varun Mohan, CEO and Co-Founder of Windsurf. Varun talks me through the technical challenges of building an AI-native IDE (Windsurf) —and how these tools are changing the way software gets built. We discuss: • What building self-driving cars taught the Windsurf team about evaluat...
2025-05-071h 27
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 83: Arjuna vs. Duryodhana: The Last Barrier Before JayadrathaNarrated by Kumar Varun. With time slipping away, Arjuna presses forward to fulfill his oath and slay Jayadratha before sunset. But standing in his way is Duryodhana, protected by an impenetrable armor gifted by Drona. A fierce battle ensues, but Arjuna, knowing the armor’s weakness, forces the Kaurava prince to retreat in disgrace. As Krishna blows his conch, the Kaurava army scrambles to defend Jayadratha. With eight of their greatest warriors blocking his path, can Arjuna break through before the day ends?Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further readings:1. Vyasa, Krishna-Dwaipayana. The Mahabharata. Translated by Kisari Mohan Ga...
2025-05-0605 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.81: Sunset’s Ultimatum: Arjuna’s Oath Against JayadrathaNarrated by Kumar Varun. After the tragic fall of Abhimanyu, Yudhishthira is consumed by grief, lamenting the cost of ambition. Sage Vyasa offers words of wisdom, but the sorrow in the Pandava camp is immeasurable. Meanwhile, Arjuna senses impending doom, and upon learning of his son’s fate, his anguish turns to fury. In an earth-shaking vow, he swears to kill Jayadratha before sunset the next day—or end his own life. As the Gandiva sings and Krishna’s conch echoes, the battlefield braces for Arjuna’s wrath.Source, Bibliography and Suggested further readings:1. Vyasa, Krishna Dwaipayana. Mahabhar...
2025-04-2807 min
Lenny's Podcast: Product | Career | GrowthBuilding a magical AI code editor used by over 1 million developers in four months: The untold story of Windsurf | Varun Mohan (co-founder and CEO)Varun Mohan is the co-founder and CEO of Windsurf (formerly Codeium), an AI-powered development environment (IDE) that has been used by over 1 million developers in just four months and has quickly emerged as a leader in transforming how developers build software. Prior to finding success with Windsurf, the company pivoted twice—first from GPU virtualization infrastructure to an IDE plugin, and then to their own standalone IDE.In this conversation, you'll learn:1. Why Windsurf walked away from a profitable GPU infrastructure business and bet the company on helping engineers code2. The surprising UI di...
2025-04-201h 14
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 79: The Thirteenth Day: Abhimanyu Enters the ChakravyuhaNarrated by Kumar Varun. On the thirteenth day of the Kurukshetra war, Drona sets a deadly trap—the Chakravyuha formation—to capture Yudhishthira. With Arjuna drawn away by the Samsaptakas, the Pandavas turn to Abhimanyu, the young warrior who knows how to enter but not exit the formation. With fierce determination, Abhimanyu smashes through Drona’s defenses, but Jayadratha seals the breach, trapping him inside. Surrounded by the Kaurava army, Abhimanyu fights alone, displaying unmatched skill and courage. Will he survive the overwhelming odds? The battle is far from over!Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further readings:1. Vyasa, Krishn...
2025-03-1108 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.78: The War Elephant Unleashed: Bhima’s Struggle Against SupratikaNarrated by Kumar Varun. On the twelfth day of the Mahabharata war, the mighty Bhagadatta, king of Pragjyotisha, unleashed terror upon the Pandavas atop his legendary war elephant, Supratika. Bhima was nearly crushed in battle, and the Pandava forces struggled to contain the destruction. As Arjuna rushed to intervene, Bhagadatta unleashed a divine weapon, the Vaishnava Astra, aimed at Arjuna’s destruction. But in a moment of divine intervention, Krishna stepped in, defying fate itself. Witness the epic clash of warriors, the fall of a legend, and the battle that turned the tide of war!Sources, Bibliography,an...
2025-03-0710 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 77: The Twelfth Day: Drona’s Relentless AdvanceNarrated by Kumar Varun. On the twelfth day of the Kurukshetra war, Drona devised a plan to capture Yudhishthira, knowing it was impossible with Arjuna nearby. The Trigarta brothers, under Susarma’s leadership, took a deadly oath to challenge Arjuna and draw him away. While Arjuna decimated the samsaptakas in a fierce battle, Drona launched an unrelenting assault on the Pandava forces, seeking to reach Yudhishthira. Despite their valor, many Pandava warriors, including Satyajit and Satanika, fell to Drona's onslaught. As Yudhishthira’s defenders rallied, Karna warned Duryodhana against overconfidence, emphasizing the Pandavas’ indomitable resolve.Sources, Bibliography and Su...
2025-03-0606 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.75: Master of Strategy: Drona Takes CommandNarrated by Kumar Varun. Following Bhishma’s fall, Dronacharya is appointed as the commander of the Kaurava army. Under his leadership, the Kauravas regroup and launch devastating attacks against the Pandavas. For five days, Drona’s strategies and combat skills inflict heavy losses on the Pandava forces. Despite his brilliance, the conflict raises questions of loyalty and dharma as the teacher wages war against his former students.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further reading:1. Kamala Subramaniam, Mahabharata, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, 1965.2. Kisari Mohan Ganguli, The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, translated by Kisari Mohan Ganguli, published by Sacred Texts (online resource).3. R.K. N...
2025-03-0405 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp 74: Karna and Bhishma: A Meeting of DestiniesNarrated by Kumar Varun. As Bhishma lay wounded on his bed of arrows, Karna visited him, seeking forgiveness and blessings. Bhishma, deeply moved, revealed Karna's true lineage as Kunti's firstborn and urged him to reconcile with the Pandavas. However, Karna, bound by loyalty to Duryodhana, resolved to repay his friend's trust with his life if necessary. With Bhishma incapacitated, Karna joined the Kaurava forces, bringing hope to their demoralized camp. This meeting showcases Karna's steadfast loyalty, Bhishma's profound wisdom, and the transition of leadership in the Kurukshetra war.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further reading:1. Vyasa, Krishna-Dwaipayana. Mahabharata. Translated by...
2025-03-0305 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp 72: The Ninth Day: Arjuna’s Dilemma and Krishna’s FuryNarrated by Kumar Varun.The ninth day of the battle sees Duryodhana accusing Bhishma of not fighting wholeheartedly, prompting the Grandsire to reaffirm his commitment while refusing to fight Sikhandin or kill the Pandavas. Bhishma then wreaks havoc on the Pandava army, demoralizing them. Krishna urges Arjuna to fight with resolve, but Arjuna’s reluctance to attack Bhishma frustrates Krishna, who nearly breaks his vow of non-violence. Bhishma welcomes Krishna’s approach with open arms, but Arjuna intervenes and promises to do his duty. The day ends with Bhishma firmly holding his ground and the Pandavas returning to c...
2025-02-1307 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.69 : The Sixth Day: Bhima’s Wrath and Drona’s DevastationNarrated by Kumar Varun. On the sixth day of battle, the Pandavas fought in a crocodile formation (Makara Vyuha) against the Kauravas' heron formation (Krauncha Vyuha). Bhima launched a ferocious attack on Duryodhana’s brothers, fighting on foot with his mace and causing widespread destruction. Dhrishtadyumna saved Bhima from being overwhelmed, while Drona devastated the Pandava forces, forcing Dhrishtadyumna to retreat.Bhima and Duryodhana clashed, with Bhima leaving Duryodhana unconscious before Kripa rescued him. By sunset, Bhishma rallied the Kaurava forces and inflicted heavy losses on the Pandavas. The Pandavas returned to camp relieved but battered, while Du...
2025-01-2106 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.68: The Fifth Day: The Battle DeepensNarrated by Kumar Varun. On the fifth day, Bhishma led the Kaurava forces with great energy, inflicting significant losses on the Pandavas. Arjuna countered Bhishma, while Bhima fought against Drona and Salya. Sikhandin attempted to engage Bhishma but was ignored due to Bhishma’s principles. Bhurisravas attacked Satyaki, killing his ten sons, but Bhima intervened to save Satyaki. Arjuna’s unmatched skill caused heavy losses for the Kauravas. As night fell, Bhishma ordered a retreat, leaving the Kauravas disheartened while the Pandavas gained confidence.Bibliography, Sources and Suggested further readings:1. Vyasa, Maharishi. The Mahabharata, translated by C. Raja...
2025-01-2006 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.67 : The Fourth Day: Bhima's Vengeance and Ghatotkacha's WrathNarrated by Kumar Varun.On the fourth day of battle, fierce fighting continued between the Pandavas and Kauravas. Bhishma led the Kaurava forces confidently. Abhimanyu was attacked by several Kaurava warriors but fought bravely. Arjuna and Dhrishtadyumna came to his aid, intensifying the battle. Bhima confronted Duryodhana and his brothers, slaying eight of them. Enraged, Duryodhana attacked Bhima but couldn't defeat him. Ghatotkacha, Bhima's son, unleashed his Rakshasa powers, causing havoc among the Kaurava troops. As night approached, Bhishma advised retreat, knowing that Rakshasas gain strength in the dark. Duryodhana mourned the loss of his brothers. Back in Hastinapura...
2025-01-0708 min
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Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 65 : The Second Day: Turning the TideNarrated by Kumar Varun. On the second day of the Battle of Kurukshetra, the Pandavas reorganized their forces after a difficult first day. Arjuna decided that Bhishma must be stopped to prevent further losses. Despite attempts by Kaurava warriors to protect Bhishma, Arjuna confronted him directly. Their intense duel was witnessed by all, including the gods. Elsewhere, Drona and Dhrishtadyumna battled fiercely, with Dhrishtadyumna needing rescue by Bhima. Bhima then decimated the Kalinga forces, causing fear among the Kauravas. Satyaki wounded Bhishma's charioteer, causing Bhishma's chariot to leave the battlefield. Seizing the moment, the Pandavas pressed their...
2024-12-0208 min
Eye On A.I.#221 Varun Mohan: The AI Tool That's Changing How Code is Written (Codeium)Launch, run, and protect your business to make it official TODAY at https://www.legalzoom.com/ and use promo code EYEONAI to get 10% off any LegalZoom business formation product excluding subscriptions and renewals. In this episode of the Eye on AI podcast, Varun Mohan, Co-Founder and CEO of Codeium, shares the journey behind building one of the most innovative AI-powered coding tools available today. Varun joins Craig Smith to explore the future of software development, the evolution of Codeium, and how generative AI is revolutionizing the way developers interact wit...
2024-11-2623 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.64: The First Day's Battle: Valor and LossNarrated by Kumar Varun.On the first day of the Battle of Kurukshetra, the Pandava army faced severe challenges. Bhishma led the Kaurava forces with devastating effect. Young Abhimanyu bravely confronted Bhishma, showcasing exceptional skill, but the Kauravas responded with overwhelming force. Uttara, the son of King Virata, attacked Salya but was killed. Enraged by his younger brother Uttara's death, Sveta attacked Salya and then Bhishma himself. Despite his courage and prowess, Sveta was slain by Bhishma. The Pandavas suffered significant losses, causing Yudhishthira great concern. Krishna consoled him, reminding him of their strong allies and encouraging...
2024-11-2509 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 63 Yudhishthira's Reverence: The Prelude to KurukshetraNarrated by Kumar Varun. Just before the battle of Kurukshetra began, Yudhishthira surprised everyone by removing his armor and weapons and walking unarmed towards the Kaurava elders. His brothers feared he might be surrendering, but Krishna explained that Yudhishthira was seeking the blessings of the elders like Bhishma and Drona before the fight, as a mark of respect and adherence to dharma. The elders blessed him and predicted his victory, even though they were bound to fight for the Kauravas. The battle then commenced with both sides engaging in fierce combat.Sources, Bibliography, and Suggested further readings:1...
2024-11-1807 min
Grit#217 CEO & Co-Founder Codeium, Varun Mohan w/ Leigh Marie Braswell: LimitlessGuests: Varun Mohan, CEO & Co-Founder of Codeium; and Leigh Marie Braswell, partner at Kleiner Perkins“A lot of people are really bad at knowing what good is,” says Codeium CEO Varun Mohan. Specifically, he’s thinking of startups that hire based on a “logo” — a well-known company on the résumé — rather than exceptional talent. Codeium is based in Mountain View, CA, and Varun believes that it’s incumbent on any new startup to hire in the San Francisco Bay Area, because of how exceptional talent is concentrated there. “When you hire someone that’s 10x better,” he says, “yo...
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Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.62 : The Battlefield Code : Ethics and Warfare in KurukshetraNarrated by Kumar Varun. The battle of Kurukshetra was about to begin, and both sides, the Pandavas and Kauravas, gathered and pledged to follow the traditional rules of war. These included not attacking retreating or unarmed warriors and ensuring that only equals fought each other. Bhishma inspired the Kauravas with a rousing speech about warrior duty, while Yudhishthira ordered Arjuna to arrange their forces in a needle formation. However, seeing the impending destruction, Arjuna was filled with doubt, which led Krishna to deliver the Bhagavad Gita—a profound teaching about duty and life. The Gita will not be...
2024-11-1106 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 60 : The Battle for Love : Krishna and Rukmini’s UnionNarrated by Kumar Varun. Rukmini, the daughter of King Bhishmaka, wished to marry Krishna, but her brother Rukmi wanted her to marry Sisupala instead. Fearing she would be forced into the marriage, Rukmini sent a message to Krishna, asking him to rescue her. Krishna arrived at Vidarbha and, with Balarama’s support, took Rukmini away just as her wedding preparations with Sisupala were underway. Rukma pursued them but was defeated by Krishna and Balarama. Rukmini and Krishna were married in Dwaraka. Later, Rukmi offered his help to both the Pandavas and Kauravas in the Kurukshetra war but wa...
2024-10-2807 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.59 : Balaram’s Dilemma: Choosing Peace Over WarNarrated by Kumar Varun. Balarama, the brother of Krishna, visited the Pandavas at Kurukshetra. He expressed his sorrow over the failure of peace talks and the impending war. Balarama, who loved both Bhima and Duryodhana equally, chose to remain neutral in the conflict, as he could not support one against the other. He decided to leave and embark on a spiritual pilgrimage, seeking peace through devotion to God. Balarama’s neutrality in the war teaches us about the difficult moral choices faced by good and honest individuals when caught between two opposing paths.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further readings:Vy...
2024-10-2105 min
Hunters and UnicornsThe Founders Edition, Episode 7 | Varun Mohan - We wanted to be like Google!In this engaging conversation, Varun Mohan, CEO and Co Founder of Codeium, shares his journey of building a unicorn AI company in just three and half years.
He discusses the importance of having fun in business, the challenges of navigating the startup landscape, and the critical role of sales strategy and market fit.
Varun emphasizes the future of AI and its impact on software development, as well as Codeium's vision to revolutionize the industry. He also highlights the significance of cultural principles, lean operations, and personal motivation in driving success.
Key T...
2024-10-1632 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 58: The Final Decision: Dhrishtadyumna, Supreme CommanderNarrated by Kumar Varun.Krishna returned to the Pandavas with the news that Duryodhana refused to make peace, leaving war as the only option. Yudhishthira prepared the army, dividing it into seven divisions led by Drupada, Virata, Dhrishtadyumna, Sikhandin, Satyaki, Chekitana, and Bhima. After discussing who should lead their forces, they decided on Dhrishtadyumna as the Supreme Commander. With their forces ready, the Pandavas marched to Kurukshetra, where the great battle was about to begin.Bibliography:Vyasa, Maharishi. Mahabharata. Translated by C. Rajagopalachari, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, 1951.Vyasa, Maharishi. The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa. Translated by Kisari Mohan Ganguli, 1883–1896. Available in...
2024-10-1405 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 57 : A Mother's Secret: Kunti Reveals the Truth to KarnaNarrated by Kumar Varun. Kunti, distressed by the impending war, decided to reveal the truth about Karna's birth. She met him by the Ganga and told him that he was her son, born of the Sun god, making him the eldest of the Pandavas. She urged him to leave Duryodhana and join his brothers. However, Karna, loyal to Duryodhana, refused, saying it would be dishonorable to switch sides now. He promised Kunti that he would not harm any of her sons except Arjuna. Touched by his integrity, Kunti left, accepting that her fate was in the hands of destiny...
2024-10-0708 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 56 : The Last Stand: Krishna's Mission to HastinapuraNarrated by Kumar Varun.Krishna traveled to Hastinapura to negotiate peace between the Pandavas and Kauravas. Despite his efforts, including advising Duryodhana to follow the path of dharma and make peace by giving the Pandavas their rightful share, Duryodhana stubbornly refused. He declared that he would not give the Pandavas even a needle-point of land. Krishna, anticipating treachery, revealed his divine form to the court, and Dhritarashtra briefly regained his sight to witness it. Realizing that peace was impossible, Krishna left Hastinapura, signaling that war was now inevitable.Bibliography, Sources and Suggested further readings:Vyasa, Maharishi. Mahabharata. Translated by...
2024-09-3013 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 55 : The Brink of War: Krishna's Diplomatic EndeavorNarrated by Kumar Varun. After sending Sanjaya to negotiate with the Pandavas, Dhritarashtra, filled with anxiety, spent the night discussing the situation with Vidura, who advised him to seek peace by giving the Pandavas their rightful share of the kingdom. The next morning, Sanjaya returned with Arjuna's firm message that he and Krishna were prepared for war. Bhishma urged Dhritarashtra to avoid conflict, but Duryodhana, confident in his army's strength, refused to compromise, insisting the Pandavas would not receive even a tiny piece of land. Meanwhile, Yudhishthira, realizing that peace was unlikely, asked Krishna for guidance. Krishna decided to...
2024-09-2607 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 54 : The Quest for Peace: Yudhishthira's Appeal to DhritarashtraNarrated by Kumar Varun. The Pandavas, camped at Upaplavya, gathered a powerful army of seven divisions, while the Kauravas assembled an even larger force. A messenger from the Pandavas arrived at Dhritarashtra's court, urging the Kauravas to return the Pandavas' rightful share of the kingdom to avoid war. Bhishma supported the call for peace, but Karna dismissed it. Dhritarashtra then sent Sanjaya to negotiate peace with the Pandavas. Yudhishthira expressed his desire for peace but remained prepared for war if necessary. Krishna offered to personally mediate with the Kauravas, while Yudhishthira sent a final plea for fairness to Dhritarashtra...
2024-09-2309 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 53 : The Fall of Nahusha: Indra's Return to GloryNarrated by Kumar Varun. After ascending as ruler of the gods, Nahusha becomes corrupted by power, leading him to demand Indra's wife, Sachidevi, as his own. Sachidevi seeks refuge with the sage Brihaspati, who advises her to buy time. When Nahusha persists, Indra, in hiding, devises a plan with Sachidevi to exploit Nahusha's arrogance. She tricks Nahusha into having the revered rishis carry him in a palanquin, an act of pride that leads to his downfall. Agastya, one of the rishis, curses Nahusha to become a serpent as punishment for his hubris. With Nahusha deposed, Indra returns to power...
2024-09-1608 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.52 : Indra's Folly: The Great Battle with VritraNarrated by Kumar Varun. In this episode, Indra's pride leads him to disrespect Brihaspati, causing the wise sage to leave in silence. With Brihaspati gone, Indra's power fades, prompting the gods to seek a new preceptor, Visvarupa. Despite Visvarupa's guidance helping the gods, Indra kills him due to suspicions of disloyalty, causing severe consequences for the world. Twashta, Visvarupa's father, creates Vritra to avenge his son. A great battle ensues, and with Vishnu's help, Indra defeats Vritra using deceit, leading to shame and his subsequent hiding. The gods, leaderless, convince King Nahusha to take Indra’s place, granting him ex...
2024-09-1103 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 51 : Promises and Betrayals: Salya's Role in the Great WarNarrated by Kumar Varun.In this episode, Salya, the king of Madra and uncle to Nakula and Sahadeva, sets out to join the Pandavas for the upcoming war. However, Duryodhana tricks Salya by offering lavish hospitality, and Salya ends up promising his support to the Kauravas. Feeling guilty, Salya meets Yudhishthira and explains the situation, but assures the Pandavas that he will secretly help Arjuna when the time comes.This episode highlights the complexities of loyalty and the consequences of being deceived by generosity.Sources and Bibliography: 1. Vyasa, Maharishi. Mahabharata. Translated by C. Rajagopalachari, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, 1951.2. Vyasa, Maharishi...
2024-09-0905 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 50 : The Unarmed Ally: Krishna Joins the PandavasNarrated by Kumar Varun. Arjuna and Duryodhana both go to Dwaraka to seek Krishna's support before the impending war. Duryodhana arrives first and takes a seat by Krishna's head, while Arjuna stands respectfully at the foot of the bed. When Krishna wakes up, he sees Arjuna first and offers him the first choice: Krishna's powerful army or Krishna himself, unarmed. Arjuna chooses Krishna, while Duryodhana happily takes the army. Krishna agrees to be Arjuna's charioteer, pleased with his decision.This episode highlights the difference in values between Arjuna and Duryodhana and sets the stage for Krishna's crucial role in...
2024-09-0605 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 49 : Diplomacy and Destiny: The Pandavas' Quest for JusticeNarrated by Kumar Varun.After their exile, the Pandavas reconvened with allies at Upaplavya. Krishna advocated for a peaceful claim to their kingdom, reflecting on their past hardships. Balarama urged diplomacy, noting Yudhishthira's loss at dice forfeited their claim, while Satyaki passionately argued for the Pandavas' right to fight for their kingdom if necessary. As both sides prepared for potential conflict, the atmosphere was charged with the possibility of war.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further reading :1. Ganguli, Kisari Mohan. The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa (1883-1896). Project Gutenberg, 2003. This translation offers a comprehensive account of the Mahabharata, including the events...
2024-09-0221 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 48 : The Return of the Pandavas: Victory and RevelationNarrated by Kumar Varun.King Virata returned home to find his son, Uttara, had gone to fight the Kauravas. Worried, he sent a rescue force. Dharmaputra, disguised as Kanka, assured Virata of Uttara's safety.Courtiers soon brought news of Uttara's victory, leading to celebrations. During a dice game, Virata injured Kanka, who was actually Yudhishthira in disguise. Sairandhri collected the blood to avoid bad luck.Uttara revealed that a godlike prince, not he, secured the victory. The Pandavas then revealed their true identities, and Virata offered his daughter to Arjuna, who suggested she marry his son Abhimanyu...
2024-08-2612 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 47 : Arjun's Triumph: The Duel with the KauravasNarrated by Kumar Varun.Arjuna's chariot roared as he approached the Kauravas, instilling fear with the sound of his Gandiva bow. Duryodhana complained to Karna about Arjuna breaking his exile early, but Karna reassured him, boasting of his own strength. Kripa suggested a united attack against Arjuna, leading to a heated argument among the Kauravas. Bhishma intervened, calming them and advising unity against Arjuna. Arjuna chased Duryodhana, recovered the stolen cows, and defeated several key Kaurava warriors. Ultimately, the Kauravas retreated, and Arjuna returned victorious, ensuring the cows' safety.Sources and suggested further reading :1. Ganguli, Kisari Mohan. The Mahabharata...
2024-08-2313 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp 46 : Arjun's Valor: Transforming Fear into CourageNarrated by Kumar Varun. Uttara, the son of King Virata, set out to confront the Kauravas but was overwhelmed by fear upon seeing their formidable army. Despite his initial bravado, he panicked and wanted to retreat. Brihannala, his charioteer, who was actually Arjuna in disguise, encouraged him to face the challenge. Arjuna revealed his true identity and the hidden weapons of the Pandavas, boosting Uttara's courage. Together, they prepared to confront the Kauravas.Source, Bibliography and Suggested Reading : 1. Vyasa, Ved. The Mahabharata. Translated by C. Rajagopalachari, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, 1970.2. Narayan, R. K. The Mahabharata...
2024-07-2414 min
The Artificial Intelligence PodcastInterview #45 - Varun Mohan, CEO of CodeiumJoin Varun Mohan, CEO of Codeium, as he discusses the evolution of his company from a GPU virtualization startup to a leading AI-powered coding assistant. He explains how Codeium differentiates itself by training its own models, leveraging context from entire codebases, and focusing on improving the entire software development lifecycle beyond just code writing. Mohan also shares his views on the future of coding assistants, predicting an increase in AI-generated code and a profound change in the IDE experience, while emphasizing that these tools will likely create more developer jobs rather than replace them.
2024-07-2231 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 45 : The Hidden Heroes of VirataNarrated by Kumar Varun. The people of Virata feared Draupadi after seeing Kichaka's fate, urging Queen Sudeshna to remove her from the city. Draupadi convinced Sudeshna to let her stay until her Gandharva husbands arrived. Meanwhile, Duryodhana suspected the Pandavas were hiding in Virata and planned to invade, hoping to expose them and extend their exile.King Susarma of Trigarta supported the plan, attacking from the south to weaken Virata. The Pandavas, disguised as servants, joined Virata's forces and defeated Susarma. When Duryodhana's army attacked from the north, Prince Uttara, with Arjuna disguised as Brihannala, prepared to...
2024-07-1810 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.44 : Echoes of Honor: Draupadi’s Ordeal and Bhima’s VengeanceNarrated by Kumar Varun. The Pandavas, disguised to remain undetected, serve in King Virata's court: Yudhishthira as a companion, Bhima as a cook, Arjuna as a dance teacher, Nakula as a horse keeper, Sahadeva as a cowherd, and Draupadi as a maid. Draupadi endures harassment from Kichaka, the powerful commander-in-chief. Despite her warnings, Kichaka's advances persist, leading Draupadi to seek Bhima's help. Bhima, disguised as Draupadi, confronts Kichaka in a darkened hall and kills him in a fierce battle. Draupadi then reveals Kichaka's death to the court, attributing it to her mythical Gandharva husbands.
2024-07-1413 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.43 : From Royalty to Servitude: The Pandavas' Secret YearNarrated by Kumar Varun. Yudhishthira speaks to the sages about their exile, expressing sorrow for their plight but determination to remain undiscovered for the final year of their banishment. The wise priest Dhaumya advises them to disguise themselves, citing examples of gods who used disguises for a good purpose. The Pandavas discuss their plans: Yudhishthira will serve as a courtier, Bhima as a cook, Arjuna as a eunuch and dance teacher, Nakula as a stable hand, Sahadeva as a cowherd, and Draupadi as an attendant to the queen. Dhaumya blesses them, advising them on...
2024-07-0113 minDealMakers: Entrepreneur | Startups | Venture CapitalVarun Mohan On Raising $93 Million To Build A Free-To-Use AI-Powered Toolkit For DevelopersFrom humble beginnings in Sunnyvale to leading a groundbreaking AI company, Varun Mohan's journey is a testament to resilience, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of impactful solutions.In this interview, Varun shares his story, insights on the evolution of technology, and the strategic pivots that led him from autonomous vehicles to the creation of Codeium, an AI code acceleration tool transforming the software development landscape.Codeium has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Kleiner Perkins, General Catalyst, Greenoaks, and Founder's Fund.
2024-06-2727 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp.42 : Yudhishthira's Wisdom: Overcoming the Yaksha's RiddlesNarrated by Kumar Varun. As their twelve-year exile neared its end, the Pandavas chased a magical deer that had taken a sage’s fire-kindling mortar. The chase led them deep into the forest, where each brother, driven by thirst, discovered a pool guarded by a Yaksha. Ignoring the Yaksha's warnings to answer his questions before drinking, Nakula, Sahadeva, Arjuna, and Bhima drank the water and fell unconscious.Yudhishthira, finding his brothers seemingly dead, listened to the Yaksha and answered his questions wisely. Impressed by Yudhishthira's wisdom and fairness, the Yaksha, revealed to be Yama, the god of de...
2024-06-2519 min
Talent and Growth - The Talent Acquisition PodcastEpisode 220: Building A Culture Of Trust, Accountability & Innovation with Varun Mohan, Co-Founder & CEO of CodeiumVarun Mohan, co-founder of Codeium, shares the journey of his company from being a GPU virtualization company to building an end-to-end application for code AI. They made a hard pivot when they realized that transformers were going to become popular and decided to build a product around it. Codeium now has over 600,000 users and processes over 100 billion tokens of code every day. Varun emphasizes the importance of maintaining a lean company and constantly questioning the value of each decision. They prioritize trust, accountability, and realism in their culture and give away their Legos to encourage reinvention. They also focus...
2024-06-2530 min
Mahabharat by Kumar VarunEp. 41 : The Power of One Grain: Krishna's Divine InterventionNarrated by Kumar Varun.While the Pandavas were in exile, Duryodhana held a grand Vaishnava sacrifice, but it paled in comparison to Yudhishthira's past Rajasuya sacrifice. Karna vowed to kill Arjuna, which delighted Duryodhana. To cause trouble, Duryodhana sent the sage Durvasa and his disciples to visit the Pandavas, hoping they would be cursed for failing to provide hospitality. Durvasa arrived after the Pandavas had eaten, leaving no food in their magical vessel. Draupadi prayed to Krishna, who arrived and miraculously satisfied Durvasa's hunger with a single grain of rice. Thus, the Pandavas avoided Durvasa's curse thanks...
2024-06-1808 min
Gradient Dissent: Conversations on AIThe Future of AI in Coding with Codeium CEO Varun MohanIn this episode of Gradient Dissent, Varun Mohan, Co-Founder & CEO of Codeium, joins host Lukas Biewald to discuss the transformative power of AI in coding. They explore how Codeium evolved from GPU virtualization to a widely used AI coding tool and tackled the technical challenges and future prospects of AI-assisted software development. Varun shares insights on overcoming performance and latency issues and how AI can significantly enhance engineering velocity. This episode offers an in-depth look at the intersection of AI and coding, highlighting both technological advancements and the potential for more efficient development processes.
2024-05-2354 min
Technovation with Peter High (CIO, CTO, CDO, CXO Interviews)Coding with AI: How Generative AI is Accelerating the Software Development Lifecycle with Codeium Co-Founder Varun Mohan842: Software development, like the tech landscape as a whole, is constantly evolving, and the pace of change is faster than ever. Now, with the advent of generative AI and ChatGPT, a significant paradigm shift is occurring. Varun Mohan, co-founder and CEO of the code acceleration toolkit Codeium, joins Peter High on the broadcast to explain this shift and how generative AI is being leveraged to accelerate coding and the software development lifecycle. Varun shares the genesis story of Codeium, the benefit his infrastructure background had on building the company, and the trends he noticed signaling the impact of artificial...
2024-02-0126 min
MLOps.communityBuilding the Future of AI in Software Development // Varun Mohan // #195MLOps podcast #195 with Varun Mohan, CEO of Codeium, Building the Future of AI in Software Development, brought to us by QuantumBlack.// AbstractThis brief overview traces the evolution of Exafunction and Codeium, highlighting the strategic transition. It explores the inception of Codeium's key features, offering insights into the thoughtful design process. This emphasizes the company's forward-looking approach to preparing for a rapidly advancing technological landscape. Additionally, it touches upon developing essential MLOps systems, showcasing the commitment to maintaining rigor and efficiency in the face of evolving challenges....
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Engineering FoundersSolving the right problems and competing on execution risk w/ Varun Mohan @ CodeiumHow do you know if you’re actually solving a problem or building a product people actually want? Varun Mohan, CEO & Co-Founder @ Codeium, joins us to share the journey behind Codeium. We talk about determining the right problem / product to pursue. He shares his best frameworks for decision making, determining if it’s time to pivot, and ultimately testing your hypotheses. He also discusses the three main types of risks founders face & strategies to compete on “execution-risk.” Plus Varun shares tips for building your product with the future in mind, even if the technological capabilities aren’t there yet.ABOU...
2023-11-3040 min
Software Engineering DailyModern Coding Superpowers with Varun MohanExafunction is a leader in deploying deep learning models at scale. One of their products is Codeium, a coding assistant for software developers based on Exafunction's deep learning technology. Codeium provides AI-assisted autocompletion in your IDE, making it easier for you to incorporate deep learning technology in your software development workflow.Varun Mohan is the CEO and Co-founder of Codeium, and he is our guest today.Sponsorship inquiries: sponsor@softwareengineeringdaily.comFullstory: Visit https://fullstory.com to learn more.Statsig: Visit https://statsig.com/softwaredaily to learn more.
2023-08-2433 min
Cloud Engineering Archives - Software Engineering DailyModern Coding Superpowers with Varun MohanExafunction is a leader in deploying deep learning models at scale. One of their products is Codeium, a coding assistant for software developers based on Exafunction’s deep learning technology. Codeium provides AI-assisted autocompletion in your IDE, making it easier for you to incorporate deep learning technology in your software development workflow.
Varun Mohan is the CEO and Co-founder of Codeium, and he is our guest today.
This episode is hosted by Lee Atchison. Lee Atchison is a software architect, author, and thought leader on cloud computing and application modernization. His best-selling book, Architecting for Scale (O’Reilly Media), is a...
2023-08-2433 min
NVIDIA AI PodcastCodeium’s Varun Mohan and Jeff Wang on Unleashing the Power of AI in Software Development - Ep. 200The world increasingly runs on code.
Accelerating the work of those who create that code will boost their productivity — and that’s just what AI startup Codeium, a member of NVIDIA’s Inception program for startups, aims to do.
On the latest episode of NVIDIA’s AI Podcast, host Noah Kravitz interviewed Codeium founder and CEO Varun Mohan and Jeff Wang, the company’s head of business, about the company's business, about how AI is transforming software.
Codeium's AI-powered code acceleration toolkit boasts three core features: autocomplete, chat and search.
Autocomplete intelligently suggests code segments, saving developers time by minimizing the need f...
2023-07-2639 min
AI-Powered Bot : ChatgptCodeium’s Varun Mohan and Jeff Wang on Unleashing the Power of AI in Software Development - Ep. 200The world increasingly runs on code. Accelerating the work of those who create that code will boost their productivity — and that’s just what AI startup Codeium, a member of NVIDIA’s Inception program for startups, aims to do. On the latest episode of NVIDIA’s AI Podcast, host Noah Kravitz interviewed Codeium founder and CEO Varun Mohan and Jeff Wang, the company’s head of business, about the company's business, about how AI is transforming software. Codeium's AI-powered code acceleration toolkit boasts three core features: autocomplete, chat and search. Autocomplete intelligently suggests code segments, saving developers time by minimizing the need f...
2023-07-2639 min
Changelog Master FeedA developer's toolkit for SOTA AI (Practical AI #231)Chris sat down with Varun Mohan and Anshul Ramachandran, CEO / Cofounder and Lead of Enterprise and Partnership at Codeium, respectively. They discussed how to streamline and enable modern development in generative AI and large language models (LLMs). Their new tool, Codeium, was born out of the insights they gleaned from their work in GPU software and solutions development, particularly with respect to generative AI, large language models, and supporting infrastructure. Codeium is a free AI-powered toolkit for developers, with in-house models and infrastructure - not another API wrapper.
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2023-07-1242 min
Practical AIA developer's toolkit for SOTA AIChris sat down with Varun Mohan and Anshul Ramachandran, CEO / Cofounder and Lead of Enterprise and Partnership at Codeium, respectively. They discussed how to streamline and enable modern development in generative AI and large language models (LLMs). Their new tool, Codeium, was born out of the insights they gleaned from their work in GPU software and solutions development, particularly with respect to generative AI, large language models, and supporting infrastructure. Codeium is a free AI-powered toolkit for developers, with in-house models and infrastructure - not another API wrapper.Join the discussionChangelog++ members save 1 minute...
2023-07-1242 min
Latent Space: The AI Engineer Podcast97% Cheaper, Faster, Better, Correct AI — with Varun Mohan of CodeiumOpenAI just rollicked the AI world yet again yesterday — while releasing the long awaited ChatGPT API, they also priced it at $2 per million tokens generated, which is 90% cheaper than the text-davinci-003 pricing of the “GPT3.5” family. Their blogpost on how they did it is vague: Through a series of system-wide optimizations, we’ve achieved 90% cost reduction for ChatGPT since December; we’re now passing through those savings to API users.We were fortunate enough to record Episode 2 of our podcast with someone who routinely creates 90%+ improvements for their customers, and in fact have started productizing their own infra skil...
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