Hi, I’m Karthikeyan Kailasam.

I am a Software Architect who thrives on taking complex systems and making them steadily simpler, faster, and more reliable.

I primarily work within the Microsoft ecosystem, focusing on .NET, SQL Server, and Azure. My expertise is built around system architecture, performance tuning, and cost optimization. Over the years, I have modernized legacy systems, migrated large databases, and reduced cloud costs, all while supporting high-stakes production workloads.

This blog is where I document my learning process. You will find practical notes, real-world examples, and lessons from both successes and failures. My focus is always on clarity and practical utility rather than abstract theory. I value simple architectures, measurable improvements, and systems that behave well under load.

Transparency note: I use AI to help refine my writing, but the ideas, opinions, and experiences shared here are mine alone. I promise no fully auto-generated posts.