‘This is the era of microlearning’

Mr Shrey Tyagi is a seasoned cloud computing professional with a passion for his field that has only grown stronger over an impressive fourteen-year career. Throughout his educational and professional journey, he has diligently honed his skills, staying ahead of the rapidly evolving technological landscape. Not only is he deeply committed to excelling in his own work, but Mr Tyagi also finds great joy in mentoring students, guiding them on their own path to success.

Hailing from India, he is an esteemed alumnus of Apeejay School, Noida where his drive for excellence was nurtured. With a wealth of experience and a relentless pursuit of innovation, the dynamic individual continues to make a significant impact in the field of cloud computing. Read on. Edited excerpts from the interview.

Please tell us more about your background.

I was a student at Apeejay School, Noida till 2005. After which I dropped a year to prepare for All-India engineering examinations. In 2006, I joined BMS Institute of Technology and Management in Bangalore for a course in Electronics and Communications Engineering. Later, I was campus-placed in Tata Consultancy Services. I continued to serve in the company for about four years. Then I joined a US-based research organisation where I played the role of a Salesforce Architect. Later, I switched to Salesforce.com, a prominent American cloud-based software company.

Did you know at school that engineering was your passion?

I found the field of engineering the most viable option for myself. Besides, I was an average student in the school.

How is the work culture different between the West and the East? Any tips for new professionals?

In developing economies, we focus more on the quantity of work. In contrast, the West is more about the quality. Further, the West also lays a lot of emphasis on inter-personal skills which basically translates to the ability to communicate your ideas to your colleagues in a concise and crisp manner.

In my view, good quality of work, staying up-to-date with skills and effective communication is a game changer for new professionals.

Your advice for those looking to join the technical field?

Those hoping to join the field of technology must focus on their interpersonal skills. I would also suggest aspirants to travel with their job and explore different parts of the world for a holistic understanding of their field. Getting into the habit of learning new things and staying consistent is crucial. This is the era of microlearning.

Your message for students?

Students are often told that a career is a sprint. You run for two years and then things are sorted, or you run for four years and the coming times will work in your favour. But as far as my understanding goes, a career is a marathon. One needs to be in it at a lower intensity with a sustainable pace. The key to success? It is about consistency paired with moderate intensity (at least in the domain of technology).

As part of my experience, I may not have had a technical bent of mind in school but I never stopped learning. I did not think that a certain degree or job is it! Rather, I kept going and exploring my horizons. Even today, I take up certifications to upskill myself. Therefore, my advice to all is: Even your phone gets updated at least thrice a year. So, why shouldn’t you?

How were school years at Apeejay, Noida?

I attribute my success to Apeejay. The institution built the foundation for me to become a confident individual in life. On top of it, I was able to build my technical skills. The school provided me the necessary exposure, discipline and understanding to execute things in a meticulous manner.