

Sensible Defaults for Software Development & AI in Payments
In a world flooded with software development "best practices," it's easy to feel lost in endless frameworks, methodologies, and expert opinions. But what really works in the real world?
Join us as we cut through the noise with an opinionated take on sensible defaults—practical, experience-backed approaches to building better software.
We’ll also dive into how AI is transforming digital payments, from fraud detection and real-time monitoring to automating payment processes. Discover how AI innovations are enhancing security, reducing false positives, and optimizing transaction speed. Plus, learn how AI-driven personalization is creating tailored customer experiences that drive engagement and trust.
Speaker Line-up:
🎙 Siddharth Kulkarni – Director of Engineering, Contentstack
🎙 Namrata More – Google Developer Expert, Payments
🎙 Amey Nerkar – Google Developer Expert, Payments
🕒 Agenda:
📌 10:30 - 11:00 AM | Registration
📌 11:00 - 11:25 AM | Sensible Defaults for Software Development – Siddharth Kulkarni
Overwhelmed by countless software development "best practices"? This talk presents a real-world, no-nonsense approach to sensible defaults—practical guidelines that actually work.
📌 11:30 - 11:55 PM | Cash to Click: How Cloud AI is Driving Payment Innovations – Namrata More
Explore how AI and cloud tech are revolutionizing payments with improved security and speed.
📌 12:00 - 12:25 PM | From Fraud Prevention to Personalization: AI’s Impact on Payments – Amey Nerkar
Learn how AI is helping prevent fraud and create personalized payment experiences that drive engagement and trust.
📌 12:30 - 12:45 PM | Explorer India - Contentstack – Nida Shaikh
Learn about the Explorer India plan by Contentstack, which offers Indian developers free access to cutting-edge tools for building and innovating.
📌 1:00 PM Onwards | Networking & Refreshments
📍 Venue: Ground Floor, RedBrick Offices, Panchashil Avenue, Beside Kalyani Nagar Metro Station
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🚀 Join us for a session packed with real-world insights, practical learning, and discussions that cut through the fluff!