Smruti Parida

I’m a technology founder and systems builder focused on solving operationally complex problems through software, automation, and scalable infrastructure.

I was the co-founder and CTO of NestAway, where we built one of India’s largest managed housing platforms by combining technology, operations, and distributed systems at scale.

Over the years, my work has been recognized through a few meaningful milestones:

Economic Times Startup of the Year (2018) for NestAway
Fortune India 40 Under 40 Entrepreneur
Distinguished Alumnus Award from NIT Karnataka, Surathkal
Y Combinator alumnus

I write and speak about technology, startups, systems thinking, the history of the internet, and how large-scale technological shifts shape societies and businesses.

If any of these topics interest you, feel free to reach out. I’m always open to thoughtful conversations and new ideas.

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Essay – How it all started

Updated: 22 Nov, 2018

A foundational essay exploring three key lessons on building products, teamwork, and humility that shaped an entrepreneurial journey before NestAway.
Notes: Brave new World

23 Jul, 2018

Aldous Huxley on the book Brave New World
Notes: The Checklist Manifesto

18 May, 2018

Atul Gawande on checklist creation
On productivity and finding one’s truest value

16 Oct, 2018

A simple and thoughtful exploration of productivity as the value of happiness you create for others through your work, actions, and intent.

Notes from Books I Read

A collection of insights and notes from books that shaped my thinking. Each book represents an idea that stayed with me.
Click any book to read my detailed notes and takeaways.