Ankush Rastogi

Senior principal data solutions engineer at Vail Systems

Expertise: Artificial intelligence, data science, machine learning

Education: Iowa State University; Jaypee University of Engine

Ankush Rastogi is a seasoned data specialist with more than 10 years of experience driving innovation in AI and data engineering. He has spearheaded mission-critical projects at organizations, designing scalable data pipelines and implementing AI-driven solutions that enhance operational efficiency and customer insights. He holds a master’s degree in management information systems from Iowa State University and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. Beyond his technical roles, Ankush actively supports the next generation of AI talent through mentorship programs and community initiatives. Passionate about knowledge sharing, he regularly contributes thought leadership to platforms, focusing on practical applications of AI and data systems.

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Updated on July 22, 2026

AI Coding Assistants Aren’t Tools. Stop Treating Them That Way.

There’s a growing pattern of outages, data exposure and system failures that engineering leaders can’t ignore. These stem from treating a coding assistant like a mere tool.

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Updated on April 16, 2026

If You’re Still Hiring for AI Fluency, You’re Setting Yourself Up to Fail

Too many organizations understand the AI skills gap backwards, focusing too much on the output layer. Most AI projects that fail go astray because of bad data, and that’s where you need to focus.

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Updated on December 17, 2025

How Much Could Replacing Human Expertise With AI Cost You?

An AI-generated report looked perfect until someone actually read it. The scandal reveals why AI cannot replace human expertise.

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Updated on September 17, 2025

The Era of Prompts Is Over. Here’s What Comes Next.

If you’re still prompting your AI, you’re behind the curve. Here’s how to prepare for the coming wave of AI agents.

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Updated on July 09, 2025

What Is SIP Trunking?

SIP trunking is an internet-based alternative to traditional phone lines. Our expert explains how it works and how to implement it.

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Updated on June 10, 2025

How Open-Source LLMs Are Reshaping Entire Industries

The rise in open-source LLMs offers cost savings, privacy benefits and more control to businesses, especially those in regulated industries.

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