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Sabu Francis

“Architect, Software Pioneer, AI expert & Mentor. A man with a mission and passion for empowering young entrepreneurs in India.”

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As a trailblazing architect from IIT Kharagpur (the alma mater of Sundar Pichai), I graduated first in my class and began a remarkable journey that blended architecture with cutting-edge software development. In 1987, I established my architectural practice, and by 1989, I had created TAD – one of the world's oldest architecture design software with an innovative AI-powered scripting language based on Prolog.

My firm was a true pioneer, becoming one of the first architectural offices to delve into computer programming. I developed several groundbreaking applications, including SimplePDF, an early PDF creation system, and introduced AJAX technology for single-page websites long before it became mainstream.

Alongside my software endeavors, I assisted PDC Prolog of Denmark in developing Visual Prolog, a unique compiled version of the language. My contributions have been recognized with numerous accolades, including the prestigious JIIA award in 1991 for a mathematical taxonomy that forms the core of TAD's symbolic AI.

With 9 published papers, keynote speaker engagements at international conferences, and collaborations with IIT Bombay on energy calculation projects, I have established myself as a thought leader in architecture and technology.

Beyond my professional achievements, I am an accomplished teacher and mentor, guiding aspiring architects and IT professionals since the early days of my career. Many of my former students now hold esteemed positions, making significant contributions to society.

My current mission is to empower young Indians to launch their own SaaS-based IT startups. To this end, I have developed several proprietary IPRs that I seek to share with individuals aged 20-45 through a unique "Build, Operate, Transfer" model. With India boasting the world's largest youth population, I am confident that this initiative will catalyze transformative innovations.

Seamlessly blending my architectural expertise with technology, some of my IPRs incorporate graphical 2D interfaces that mimic the workflow of architectural floor plans, offering a familiar and intuitive environment for creation.

Beyond my professional pursuits, I am a multifaceted individual – a guitarist, drummer, composer, sculptor, and painter – embodying a passion for creativity across diverse artistic domains.

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