MALIK UMER BLOG

From industrial assembly lines to Mars rovers and surgical assistants, robots have become an integral part of the modern world. But what powers these marvels of engineering? Behind every smooth movement and intelligent decision lies a combination of cutting-edge technologies that work in harmony to make robots smart, responsive, and capable. In this blog post, we’ll take a deep dive into the core technologies behind robotics ,  how they function, how they interact, and why they are transforming every corner of our lives. 1. The Brain of the Robot: Artificial Intelligence (AI) At the core of many modern robots lies Artificial Intelligence (AI), a transformative technology that empowers machines to perform complex tasks with human-like intelligence. AI enables robots to recognize objects, such as people, obstacles, or tools, understand spoken language or commands, and make decisions in real time based on their environment. These capabilities have made robots significantly more ad...

When you walk into a job interview, you’re not just being evaluated, you’re also evaluating the company. One of the most important things to assess is the company culture, how people behave, work together, and make decisions. While many guides suggest asking questions to uncover this, there's another powerful tool: observation. You can learn a lot about a company’s environment just by paying attention to what’s happening around you. Here's how to do it effectively.

In today's technology-driven world, where software controls everything from medical equipment to airplanes, writing safe and dependable code is not just a best practice, it's a necessity. Whether you're developing a mobile app, a web platform, or embedded software for safety-critical systems, following principles of safe programming can make a crucial difference in ensuring your software is robust, secure, and maintainable.

Preparing for a coding interview is a journey that requires a blend of technical mastery, strategic practice, and mental resilience. Whether you're aiming for a role at a top tech company or a fast-growing startup, a strong performance in coding interviews can open doors to exciting opportunities. But success doesn't come overnight, it demands consistent effort and a structured approach. “If you fail to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” — Benjamin Franklin This guide draws upon real-world experience to walk you through the entire journey: from  getting your first coding interview , to  preparing for it , and ultimately  navigating the interview process with confidence .

When developing software for safety-critical systems, whether in aerospace, automotive, medical, or industrial domains, engineers must ensure compliance with rigorous international standards such as DO-178C, ISO 26262, IEC 61508, and IEC 62304. Meeting these standards requires a high level of assurance in both software design and process maturity. To streamline development and accelerate certification, many organizations turn to pre-qualified software frameworks. These frameworks are purpose-built or previously validated to align with specific safety standards, significantly reducing certification costs and risks. They are often accompanied by certification kits containing safety plans, test evidence, traceability data, and tool qualification artifacts that fit into a project’s overall safety case. In this blog post, i will review and list few of the popular safety-certifiable / pre-qualified software frameworks commonly used in safety-critical systems.

Safety-critical systems are those whose failure can result in severe harm to people, property, or the environment. As such, their development necessitates adherence to stringent engineering practices and compliance with rigorous regulatory standards, such as DO-178C (aerospace), ISO 26262 (automotive), IEC 61508 (industrial), and IEC 62304 (medical devices). These systems are predominantly found in domains such as aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and industrial automation. They typically follow structured and plan-driven development lifecycles, most often based on the V-model. Development in this context is characterized by comprehensive documentation, multiple big teams, thorough verification and validation, and extended release cycles to manage complexity and ensure safety assurance. Meanwhile, Agile methodologies have gained widespread acceptance across many areas of software development, offering benefits such as increased adaptability, faster feedback loops, and enhanced stakeho...