In an open conversation, Tom Jose Kalapura reflects on his 17-year journey in IT, starting with backend Java development and advancing to leading cloud engineering initiatives for hybrid infrastructures at Walmart. This interactive session offers valuable insights into his career, innovations, and the evolving future of cloud technology.
Genesis of a Career in IT
Tom’s passion for problem-solving has been the cornerstone of his career, leading him naturally to coding. Starting with backend Java development, he focused on building robust eCommerce systems, where he gained deep experience in Java frameworks, middleware, and performance tuning. Along the way, Tom tackled complex challenges, from holiday readiness projects to optimizing pagination in large-scale applications. His journey expanded to cloud technologies, where he leveraged scalable solutions to enhance system performance and reliability. This combination of technical depth and problem-solving remains a key driver of his professional growth.
Shift to Middleware
Transitioning from development to middleware marked a pivotal shift in Tom’s career. He …