Sahithya B A
Software Developer @ HCL GUVI, Author, Public Speaker, Writer, Poetess, Emcee / Host, Mentor, Digital Content Creator
Chennai, India
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Sahithya Balasubramaniam is a multifaceted professional—a Software Developer at HCL GUVI, a bestselling author of five books, an accomplished writer and poetess, a dynamic public speaker and emcee, and a digital content creator. In her leisure time, she explores creative and technical pursuits that blend innovation, storytelling, and community impact.
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Startup, Business, Content Creation, and Freelancing
This engaging session unpacks the modern landscape of entrepreneurship, content creation, and freelancing—highlighting how students can turn skills and creativity into sustainable careers. Drawing from real-world experiences, Sahithya Balasubramaniam explores how to ideate and launch startups, monetize content, build a personal brand, and tap into freelance opportunities. Tailored for aspiring professionals, the session provides actionable strategies, tools, and mindset shifts needed to thrive in today’s digital-first economy.
First delivered: GUVI x HCL, attended by 70+ students
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes (flexible up to 90 mins)
Target Audience: College students, early professionals, aspiring entrepreneurs, and content creators
Delivery Format: In-person
Requirements: Projector/screen for slides
Key Topics Covered: Startup ideation, brand building, monetization, content tools, client acquisition, freelancing platforms
Session Type: Non-technical, motivational, strategy-driven
Cybersecurity
In an era where data is the new oil, cybersecurity is no longer optional—it’s essential. This session demystifies the world of cybersecurity by breaking down its core principles, real-world threats, and career opportunities. Tailored for students and early professionals, the talk explores how businesses—from startups to corporates—approach security, the importance of ethical practices, and how individuals can safeguard their digital presence. Whether you're curious about careers in security or how it impacts business and everyday life, this session offers a practical, engaging gateway into the field.
First delivered: In collaboration with GUVI, corporate learning session
Duration: 45mins
Target Audience: College students, early professionals, business aspirants, non-tech and tech learners
Delivery Format: In-person
Requirements: Projector/screen
Key Topics Covered: Cyber hygiene, common attacks, security in startups vs. corporates, ethical hacking intro, career paths in cybersecurity
AI in Business - Transforming the business
Artificial Intelligence is not just a buzzword—it’s a business game-changer. This session explores how AI is revolutionizing modern businesses, from automating operations and personalizing customer experiences to enhancing decision-making and driving innovation. With real-world examples and accessible insights, the session is designed to help students and professionals understand how AI is being applied across industries and how they can prepare for AI-driven roles or leverage it in their own ventures. It’s a future-focused talk that bridges the gap between tech and business strategy.
First delivered: In collaboration with GUVI, corporate learners and students
Duration: 60–90 minutes
Target Audience: College students, tech and business learners, early professionals, startup founders
Delivery Format: In-person
Requirements: Projector/screen for slides
Key Topics Covered: AI applications in marketing, HR, customer support, operations, predictive analytics, tools like GPT & automation platforms
AI and Startup
AI is redefining how startups are born, run, and scaled. This session dives into the intersection of artificial intelligence and entrepreneurship—unpacking how early-stage ventures can use AI for product development, customer engagement, operations, and decision-making. Through real-life examples, tools, and trends, Sahithya Balasubramaniam explores how founders and aspiring entrepreneurs can harness AI to create lean, efficient, and intelligent startups. A perfect session for dreamers and doers eager to future-proof their ideas and workflows.
First delivered: In association with GUVI, student-focused innovation series
Duration: 45mins
Target Audience: College Students
Participants Count - around 70+
Delivery Format: In-person
Requirements: Projector/screen for slides
Key Topics Covered: AI tools for startups, AI-driven MVP building, automation, AI for market research, scalability using AI
Next Gen Coding: Full Stack Development with AI Agents
The future of coding is here—and it’s collaborative. This session introduces students to the evolving world of Full Stack Development empowered by AI agents. Sahithya Balasubramaniam explores how developers can now go beyond traditional coding by integrating tools like GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, and other AI-powered assistants to write, debug, and deploy smarter and faster. With practical examples and live demonstrations, students gain insights into building web applications while collaborating with AI—making development not just efficient, but innovative.
First delivered: CSI Association, Kongu Engineering College
Participants: 80+ engineering students
Duration: 3hours
Target Audience: College students, beginner to intermediate developers, tech enthusiasts
Delivery Format: In-person session
Digital Twins Meet Voice AI: A Full Stack Journey into Industrial IoT Simulations
This session explores how Digital Twin technology and Voice AI are revolutionizing the way we simulate and control industrial systems. Delivered by Sahithya Balasubramaniam, the session features a live laptop-based simulation of a Digital Twin environment—where voice commands interact with IoT elements in real time. Blending frontend, backend, and AI tools, it showcases how full stack development can bring smart industry use cases to life. Designed for faculty members, the session offers practical insights into bridging theory and technology for research and classroom use.
First delivered: Faculty Development Programme, SRM Valliammai Engineering College
Participants: 20+ faculty members across CS, EEE, IT, and ECE streams
Duration: 90 minutes
Target Audience: Faculty interested in emerging tech, interdisciplinary teaching, and applied research
Delivery Format: In-person session with live laptop-based demo
Technical Requirements: Projector/screen, mic, internet access
Leveraging Authorpreneurship to Build Your Brand and Drive Business Growth
In today’s competitive landscape, storytelling is more than a creative outlet—it’s a powerful business tool. In this session, Sahithya Balasubramaniam shares how professionals can leverage authorpreneurship—the intersection of authorship and entrepreneurship—to amplify their personal brand, establish thought leadership, and attract meaningful business opportunities. Drawing from her journey as a four-time Amazon bestselling author and entrepreneur, she offers actionable strategies on using writing as a tool for visibility, credibility, and connection. Perfect for women professionals looking to elevate their voice and influence in their industry.
First delivered: Professional Women Connect (PWC) Community Event
Participants: 30+ women entrepreneurs and professionals with 3+ years of industry experience
Duration: 40 minutes
Target Audience: Women entrepreneurs, business owners, coaches, consultants, and creative professionals
Delivery Format: In-person community meet
Startup Ecosystem, Internships & Jobs: Navigating Career Paths in the New Age
In an evolving job market, students need more than just academic excellence—they need exposure to the real world of startups, internships, and industry trends. In this dynamic session, Sahithya Balasubramaniam guides students through the modern startup ecosystem, how to find the right internships, and what companies really look for in fresh graduates. Packed with real stories, strategies, and actionable insights, the session empowers students to take charge of their career journey—whether it's launching a startup, securing an internship, or landing that first job.
First delivered: Panimalar Engineering College, Chennai
Participants: 150+ undergraduate students from various departments
Duration: 60–90 minutes
Target Audience: Second year students, placement-focused learners
Delivery Format: In-person session
Next Gen Technologies - Learn and Level Up
In today’s fast-paced tech landscape, staying ahead means constantly learning and adapting. In this session, Sahithya Balasubramaniam introduced students to Next Gen Technologies, exploring how emerging tools and innovations are reshaping industries. The class focused on practical strategies to learn, apply, and level up technical skills, preparing students to thrive in future-ready careers. With insights on current trends, real-world applications, and growth pathways, the session encouraged students to embrace continuous learning as a stepping stone to success.
First delivered: Annapoorana College, Chennai
Participants: 120+ undergraduate students
Duration: 60–75 minutes
Target Audience: Second and third-year students aiming to build future-ready skills
Delivery Format: In-person session
Generative AI: The Technology Powering Next-Gen Creativity
From art to code, design to content, Generative AI is transforming the way we create and innovate. In this session, Sahithya Balasubramaniam introduced students to the world of Generative AI, explaining how technologies like large language models and diffusion models are shaping next-gen creativity. The session explored real-world applications, ethical considerations, and career opportunities, while also highlighting hands-on ways students can start experimenting with AI tools. Students walked away with clarity on how to leverage AI not just as consumers, but as creators of the future.
First delivered: VIT College
Participants: 120+ undergraduate students
Duration: 35 minutes
Target Audience: Second to final-year students passionate about AI, innovation, and future technologies
Delivery Format: In-person session
The Role of Cryptography in Securing Modern Applications
In a digital-first world, securing applications is no longer optional—it’s essential. In this session, Sahithya Balasubramaniam introduced students to the role of cryptography in modern security, covering core principles like encryption, hashing, and key management. The session emphasized how cryptography protects data integrity, confidentiality, and authentication in real-world systems. With examples from web applications, payment gateways, and secure communications, students gained practical insights into how cryptographic techniques are applied in today’s cybersecurity landscape and why mastering them is crucial for future security professionals.
First delivered: SRM Ramapuram College
Participants: 140+ undergraduate students specializing in CSE with Cyber Security
Duration: 60–75 minutes
Target Audience: Cybersecurity-focused students and aspiring security engineers
Delivery Format: In-person session
Google Developer Groups DevFest 2025 Chennai Upcoming
Lightning Talk: Make Me Productive: Building a Chrome Extension to Stay Focused on YouTube
Speaker: Sahithya B A, Track 3
Learn how to build productivity-focused browser extensions for better focus and time management
⏱️ 20 min
🕐 3:25 PM - 3:45 PM
Code On JVM Chennai -August Meetup!
Code on JVM Community
Talk Title - Design Patterns that Scale – Building Elegant Java Applications Like a PRO
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