TYPEDCODERS

A community-driven event for TypeScript enthusiasts to connect, learn, and share.
From lightning talks to hands-on sessions, it’s where typed code meets real-world impact.
A celebration of code, community, and creativity. Don’t miss it!

13 December, 2025

Talentship, Chennai

Meetup #2 - Inspiring Voices

Get insights, stories, and strategies from the best minds in tech.

Jagadeesh

Founding Engineer @ Functionals.ai

From Any to Never: Escaping the Type Safety Black Hole

Nandhini Ravikumar

Senior Frontend Engineer @ Talentship

Teaching AI to Type (Script) Like a Pro

Rajesh Kumar

Senior Software Developer

TypeScript in Action: From APIs to AI

Schedule

Your Guide to the Day

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Registration & Welcome Vibes

Kick off with casual convos, caffeine, and cool people.

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Opening Note

A quick hello and what to expect — no slides, just good vibes.

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

From Any to Never: Escaping the Type Safety Black Hole

A practical and entertaining conversation about how 'any' sneaks into codebases, how it silently kills type safety, and how to systematically eliminate it

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Teaching AI to Type (Script) Like a Pro

A deep dive into how prompting + coding rules help AI write cleaner, smarter, and production-ready TypeScript. Discover the techniques that transform AI output from “okay” to “wow.”

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Refreshment Break

Refill your cup. Recharge your brain. Talk nerdy with new friends.

3:30 AM - 3:45 PM

Engagement Activity

Break the ice with a fun, fast-paced TypeScript quiz to get everyone thinking and laughing!

3:45 PM - 4:30 PM

TypeScript in Action: From APIs to AI

Explore end-to-end type safety in modern full-stack apps using Zod, tRPC, and AI integration patterns. A practical session mixing concepts with live demos.

4:30 PM - 4:45 PM

Speaker Appreciation Moment

A quick round of applause (and goodies) for the brains behind the brilliance.

4:45 PM - 5:00 PM

Your Turn – Feedback Time

Tell us what rocked, what could be better, and what you'd love to see next.

5:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Group Photo & Networking

Strike a pose, swap some handles, and wrap it up with new connections.

Venue

Join us at the vibrant TypedCoders Event in Chennai, India – 2025

Location

Talentship, Chennai
4th Floor,
Prestige Cosmopolitan 38,
Sardar Patel Rd, Little Mount,
Guindy,
Chennai,
Tamil Nadu 600034

events@talentship.io

Our Leadership

The driving force behind innovation and success.

Sushel Bijganath

Chief Executive Officer•Octonomy

With 20+ years in AI-driven business, Sushel has built global SaaS solutions for Fortune 500 companies. A former BCG consultant and CEO of RTL Digital, he excels in AI strategy and enterprise scaling. He pioneered AI in music recognition and drives automation for business growth. His expertise spans AI-powered decision-making, digital transformation, and automation. He focuses on ethical AI adoption to enhance industries responsibly.

Advancing AI-driven automation to enhance decision-making, foster innovation, and create responsible technology solutions.

Oliver Trabert

Chief Technology Officer•Octonomy

Oliver is a seasoned CTO with 25 years in AI strategy, automation, and large-scale IT architecture. He has built high-performance teams and contributed to IBM Redbooks on AI innovations. As a global AI speaker, he collaborates with research institutes on emerging AI advancements. His expertise includes enterprise AI scaling, workflow automation, and AI governance. He focuses on leveraging AI to optimize business operations and efficiency.

Leveraging AI to drive intelligent automation, optimize workflows, and build scalable, future-ready enterprises.

Balasubramanian Santhanam

Managing Director•Talentship

Balu has 15+ years of experience managing offshore development centers for Fortune 500 companies. He specializes in AI-powered team optimization and workflow automation for high-performance cultures. His expertise bridges cost efficiency, technology leadership, and enterprise growth. He has successfully led global teams to integrate AI-driven operational strategies. He is passionate about AI-driven innovation and workforce transformation.

Creating AI-driven efficiency, fostering innovation, and building high-performance teams for the future of business.

Thorsten Grote

Co-Founder•Octonomy

With 25+ years in IT leadership, Thorsten specializes in AI-driven automation and enterprise transformation. As a former e-commerce CTO, he successfully integrated AI across business operations. His expertise includes AI strategy, automation frameworks, and AI-powered business scaling. He has led AI adoption from awareness to implementation, ensuring tangible impact. His passion lies in using AI to drive efficiency, growth, and innovation.

Transforming businesses through AI adoption, enhancing decision-making, and driving intelligent automation at scale.

Mahadevan Varadhan

Director of Technology•Talentship

Mahadevan is a technology leader specializing in AI, cloud computing, and enterprise automation. He designs scalable AI architectures and leads high-performance engineering teams. His expertise includes AI-driven solutions that optimize business operations and efficiency. He has successfully implemented AI strategies for smarter, data-driven decision-making. He is dedicated to leveraging AI to enhance scalability, security, and innovation.

Harnessing AI and emerging technologies to build intelligent, scalable solutions that revolutionize industries and enhance efficiency.