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🚀 How the Einstein Visa Motivates Excellence! 🎯 The EB1A visa isn't just a pathway to residency—it's a powerful motivator for individuals to excel in their fields. It encourages professionals to aim higher, innovate, and achieve milestones that they might not have pursued otherwise. Here’s why the EB1A is a game-changer: 🔍 Sets a High Bar for Achievement: The stringent criteria for the EB1A visa push individuals to distinguish themselves through groundbreaking work, publications, awards, and leadership roles. 🌟 Fosters a Culture of Excellence: Striving for EB1A eligibility often leads to a deeper commitment to one’s profession. This drive can result in significant contributions to the field, benefiting both the individual and the industry. 🚀 Encourages Continuous Learning and Growth: The journey towards the EB1A visa often involves acquiring new skills, expanding knowledge, and staying updated with the latest advancements. This commitment to continuous improvement is invaluable. 💼 Builds a Strong Professional Network: Meeting the EB1A requirements often necessitates networking with other experts and thought leaders. This can open doors to new opportunities, collaborations, and career advancements. 🏆 Recognizes and Rewards Dedication: Achieving the EB1A visa is a recognition of one’s dedication, hard work, and significant impact in their field. It’s a testament to their extraordinary ability and contributions. In essence, the pursuit of the EB1A visa aligns closely with what professionals should inherently strive for: excellence, innovation, and leadership. It’s a journey that not only leads to personal growth and success but also contributes to the advancement of entire industries. #EB1A #CareerExcellence #ProfessionalGrowth #Innovation #Leadership #Motivation

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🚨 Struggling with Low-Frequency Products? Here’s the Playbook I Wish I Had 🚨 For 15+ years, I’ve been managing products that people don’t use every day and only on episodic basis. And let me tell you—it’s tough. No guide. No clear answers to questions like: 👉 How do you measure product-market fit? 👉 How do you optimize acquisition costs when usage is infrequent? 👉 How do you actually drive retention? The frustration led me to create ICED Theory—a framework so intuitive and logical, it became part of Reforge’s course material. Now, for the first time ever, I’m hosting LIVE virtual classes to teach the ICED framework and help you grow and manage low-frequency products. 📅 Two intense days of interactive discussions. 💡 Deep dives into strategies that work. 🎉 50% launch discount for my first cohort. 👉 Ready to transform your approach to low-frequency products? Enroll now and secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gHwUsGiJ Spots are limited, so don’t wait! Let’s crack the code together. 🚀 #lowfrequencyproducts #workshop #productmanagement #training #cohort

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So proud of Surbhi Sinha for sharing her expertise on AI at WBD’s Women-in-Tech series! 🎉👏 Her presentation on Caption AI is a great example of how tech can make a meaningful difference. Check out her deep dive on this cutting-edge AI tool for closed captioning! 🚀 #AI #TechForGood

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Just finished recording a great podcast with Ankit Jain on his #HangerDX podcast. We chatted a lot about engineering metrics, their value, and how you should/shouldn't use them to drive change across your organization. It should be released soon, so make sure to check it out! #softwareengineeringinsights #engineeringmetrics #developerexperience

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All conversations start with how my profile/ EB1 application looked. Here's a brief review of what I think worked. https://lnkd.in/g3pTgc4P More blog posts are on the way as I break down the conversations I have been having. And, as always, find a time to chat here: https://lnkd.in/gJ2eyCGP #EB1 #EB1A #immigration #profile

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Join us for a conversation with Peggy Rayzis on building a "Developer Intent led" GTM motion! We explore the key drivers that led to the wild success of Apollo Graph QL... followed by an AMA Link to register in comments. Feel free to share any questions

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Insightful explanation of how do go channels work behind the scenes. Its all about yielding the ptocessor for other goroutines. https://lnkd.in/gbyQ4yH9

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Very excited to share that I've completed an enriching Natural Language Processing(NLP) course at UC Berkeley this quarter(Part of my Masters degree)! Delving into the intricacies of language comprehension and analysis has been truly enlightening. As we explored concepts like information extraction, sentiment analysis, and machine translation, I couldn't help but reflect on the significance of attention in NLP. Indeed, "Attention is all you need"(Transformer based model) proved to be a guiding principle throughout our studies. Grateful for the opportunity to expand my knowledge in this field! #NLP #UC Berkeley School of Information I highly recommend diving into the research paper linked here (https://lnkd.in/ggA_SrUb), though it may take a few reads to fully grasp its depths, along with Jay Almmar's insightful blog post (https://lnkd.in/gbDJ3Ddj). Excited to delve into "Generative AI" as my focus for the upcoming quarter!

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🚀Hi Folks, I'm Taking on the Product #Teardown_Challenge along with Arindam Goswami! 🚀 As part of an exciting challenge by Product Space, I’m stepping into the role of Senior VP of Product at #Zepto Quick Commerce! Zepto’s already crushing it with 10-minute deliveries across 30 cities in India, but there’s so much more potential to unlock! 💡 Here’s the mission: ➡️ Increase Zepto’s Average Order Value (AOV) to ₹600 🛒 ➡️ Boost product discovery and engagement to encourage bigger, more frequent orders 🔍 ➡️ Elevate the purchase experience to keep customers coming back for more 🔄 And I need YOUR help to make it happen! 🙌 🎯 Your insights on quick commerce platforms like Zepto, Blinkit, and Swiggy Instamart are key to shaping these strategies. I’ve put together a short survey, and your feedback will be crucial in tackling this challenge! 💥 Thanks for your support—let’s crack this together! 🙌 Link to the form - https://lnkd.in/g5v2y4wR #ProductTeardown #QuickCommerce #ProductManagement #ProductSpace

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Excited to Announce Major Updates to Our Kazam CMS Platform! After countless hours of hard work, testing, and innovation, our development team is proud to release the latest version of our pre-aggregated CMS platform, packed with powerful improvements! Here’s a list of major changes: 1. Architecture Overhaul: Our team tackled performance head-on, significantly reducing CMS download times to handle larger datasets without delays.  2. Accurate Data Representation: We’ve fine-tuned the calculation delivering more accurate insights to our clients. 3. Refined Metrics: By removing anomalous sessions with incorrect data, we’re now providing a clearer and more accurate view of charger metrics. 4. Anomalous Data Categorization: Chargers that reported incorrect consumption in MWs have been isolated into a new anomaly category, giving clients better control over data analysis. This update was driven by feedback from our incredible clients, and our team is proud to have delivered a more reliable, accurate, and scalable CMS platform. Kudos to the team for their dedication and to everyone who supported this release! You can check out about our products at https://kazam.in/ #ProductRelease #CMSUpdate #Developers #Innovation #EVCharging #DataOptimization #Kazam

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𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐔𝐒𝐀 𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚'𝐬 - 𝐎1-𝐀, 𝐄𝐁1-𝐀 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐝. iCodeGuru hosted an impactful webinar, led by the incredible Sir Sarim Nadeem, who shared his wisdom about talent-based visas, specifically the O1-A Visa and the EB1-A Green Card. With over 120+ students joining the session live via Zoom, the discussion was brimming with valuable advice for those dreaming of showcasing their skills on a global stage. This webinar wasn’t just about technicalities; it was a call to action for Pakistani talent to step up and aim higher. With the unwavering support of Zafar Shahid, PhD, Dr. Rizwan Ghaffar, and the dedicated moderators, the session provided a clear path for anyone aspiring to work and settle in the United States. Here are the key takeaways: (U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services) 1.Understand USCIS Criteria: Meet at least three out of nine criteria, or win a major award like the Nobel Prize. 2.Awards: Earn national or international awards to enhance credibility. 3.Memberships: Join associations requiring outstanding achievements. 4.Judging Work: Participate as a judge in your field to show expertise. 5.Significant Contributions: Innovate or solve critical problems in your domain. 6.Publish Work: Share research in journals or media to increase visibility. 7.Media Attention: Highlight projects that receive press coverage. 8.Critical Roles: Work in top organizations and play key roles. 9.High Salary: A competitive salary reflects your skill demand. 10.Self-Assessment: Evaluate your achievements against the criteria. 11.Tell Your Story: Build a compelling narrative about your journey. 12.Study USCIS Cases: Learn from approved and denied applications. 13.Recommendations: Secure strong letters from credible experts. 14.Professional Network: Connect with leaders and mentors in your field. 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬: This webinar was not just a session but a lifeline for those looking to carve their space in the world. It reminded us that extraordinary achievements are not beyond reach if we take deliberate steps. Thanks to Sir Sarim Nadeem, Dr. Zafar Shahid, PhD, Dr. Rizwan Ghaffar, and the hardworking moderators, many students now have a clearer picture of how to proceed. Sir Sarim’s willingness to provide ongoing support shows his dedication to empowering Pakistan’s youth. Whether it’s writing that first research paper, winning an award, or building connections, now is the time to act. As Sir Sarim Khawaja emphasized, success starts with a decision to believe in yourself and take the first step. With determination, hard work, and support, achieving the extraordinary is not just a dream—it’s a goal within reach. Facebook Link: https://lnkd.in/dDCd89Y5

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Hey everyone! 👋 Just published my 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐠 on a quirky behavior in C/C++ GCC – why printf or cout with increment/decrement operators sometimes gives those unexpected outputs. If you've ever been stumped by that, this one’s for you! Check it out on Medium! 📑 [https://lnkd.in/gbfHRYAt] #CProgramming #CPP #CodingTips #Debugging #Programming

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😍 Amazon Alexa the customer AI assistant got a sister named Amelia. As Amazon announced its third party seller AI assistant Amelia. Are you excited about it? For more read the article in comments. 🤔 Also let me know what would you want Amelia to solve? #TechNews #MyPMShot #Product #Productlaunch #ProductManagement

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🚨🚨 Important Update on EB-1 Visa Eligibility! 🚨🚨 📢 On October 2, 2024, USCIS issued new guidance on the EB-1 extraordinary ability (E11) immigrant visa criteria! 📢 In this latest policy update, USCIS has provided clarifications on the types of evidence they consider when determining EB-1 eligibility, making it easier for applicants and petitioners to understand what's required. 📜 Key Highlights: 1️⃣ Team Awards: USCIS will now recognize team awards as valid evidence under the “nationally or internationally recognized prizes or awards” criterion. 🏆 2️⃣ Memberships: Past memberships can be evaluated as part of the membership criterion for extraordinary ability. 👥 3️⃣ Published Material: Language implying that published material must demonstrate the value of a person’s work has been removed, providing more flexibility. 📝 4️⃣ Exhibitions: While "exhibition" is broadly defined, USCIS clarifies that only artistic exhibitions will count unless evidence properly supports claims of comparable achievements. 🎨 This update brings clarity and transparency, helping applicants better prepare their evidence and strengthening their petitions. 💼 🔗 Read the full update here: https://lnkd.in/dUTQWz-4 This policy is effective immediately and overrides any previous guidance on these topics. 📚 For more details, check out the Policy Manual, Volume 6, Part F, Chapter 2. ✨ We feel this is great news! Want to stay ahead of the curve and get that green card? Email your resume to support@jineegreencard.com today! 🚀 Visit us at: www.jineegreencard.com #USImmigration #GreenCard #EB1Visa #ImmigrationGuidance

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Good evening everyone, It was an opportunity to interact and learn from the two Product Operators at Rethink Systems headed by Shravan Tickoo. 1) Claire Vo, #Founder of ChatPRD, #CPO of LaunchDarkly, 2) Alisa Haman, #HeadOfGrowth, ChatPRD. Claire Vo has listed out certain attributes which are needed to become the great Product Operators. ✔ #RelentlessCuriosity - Curious to understand the things. ✔ - #WillingnesstoLearn - Learn from anyone whichever one do want to learn and embrace change. ✔ #BusinessAcumen - Build up your skills at your current position, keeping the Company's vision, understand the Economics, marketing and build the Organization Revenue and profits. ✔ #LowEgo - Builds a sense of good work culture and collaboration with cross-functional teams. ✔ As you grow up in the hierarchy of the Product Operations, you need to look at #Metrics that drives the business and achieving #OKRs. ✔ One of the top lines that Claire Vo has stated in discussion is "𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙩 𝙈𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙧 𝙞𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙝𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙥 𝙪𝙥 - 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙬𝙤 𝙜𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙩𝙨 - 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙖𝙣 𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙙𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧." Alisa Haman has expressed her thoughts ➡ Never say "That's not my job". Sometimes Product Manager has to go beyond ones duties and make people aligned even when its not your job. ➡ With the intervention of AI technology in the current market, the PM domain is changing, especially with ChatPRD. Thanks to Shravan Tickoo for always coordinating with the great Product leaders . 💐 Thank you Claire Vo and Alisa Haman for sharing your insights that helps to build products from 0 to 1. 💐 Thanks to all the folks - Nadisha Garg, VARUN KHANNA, Mittali R., Kevin Thomas, Nikhil Yadav and Garima Arora for great questions. #ProductDevelopment #artandproductmusings #ProductLeadership

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Recently, I took Shreyas Doshi's Product Sense course. Undeniably, it has been the most transformative cohort-based course I've taken, which massively over-delivers on its promise. Shreyas is the kind of instructor who will nudge you to think deeply and distill something as ambiguous and complex as "product sense". As a Product Manager, I've often struggled with digesting conventional wisdom propagated as core PM skills. This course brilliantly helps you overcome these limiting notions and uncover the truth of product thinking. Highly recommend this course for any PM or anyone passionate about building exceptional products. It fundamentally rewires your approach to product management with the added perk of being in a highly accomplished cohort of co-learners.

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