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Keerthna Murali

Keerthana Murali has over 5 years of experience as a Site Reliability Engineer at Dell, Keerthna Murali has honed an intricate expertise in maintaining and optimizing robust digital infrastructures. On the frontlines of ensuring seamless online experiences, Keerthna specialized in troubleshooting complex issues and proactively enhancing system performance and availability. These capabilities uniquely position them to tackle the critical challenge of security for rapidly emerging IoT ecosystems. In their new book “Secure Connections,” Keerthna channels their real-world experiences maintaining enterprise-scale platforms into a compelling vision for building security into the foundation of IoT systems. Blending software engineering best practices with cybersecurity insights, they offer a prescient guide for developers, IT leaders, and security experts seeking to realize IoT’s potential while mitigating its risks.

Publications

Women's Leadership in Environmental Conservation: Challenges and Success Stories

This chapter explores the essential role of women in environmental conservation, focusing on their challenges and successes. It examines how gender, socioeconomic factors, and...

AI-Powered Language Teaching and Learning: Innovations and Challenges

This chapter explores the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) in language education, examining both the innovative potential and significant challenges...

Edible Electronics for Food Quality Monitoring

This chapter explores the innovative applications of edible electronics for food quality monitoring, focusing on the development of edible tags and sensors embedded in food...

Navigating the Labyrinth: Trans and Non-Binary Voices in Leadership

This chapter explores the experiences of transgender and non-binary individuals in leadership roles, highlighting the unique challenges they face and the strengths they bring to...

Blockchain-Based Knowledge Sharing and Collaboration

This chapter explores the intersection of blockchain technology and knowledge sharing systems, examining how distributed ledger technology can revolutionize collaboration and...

AI and Machine Learning in the Energy Sector

This chapter explores the innovative applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in the energy sector. With the increasing demand for efficient energy...

Utilizing Technology to Enhance Cancer Education and Support Services

This chapter explores how technology is transforming cancer education and support for survivors and healthcare providers. It covers innovations like mobile apps, telemedicine...

AI-Driven Operational Improvements in Healthcare

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare by improving clinical outcomes and enhancing operational efficiencies. AI technologies like machine learning (ML), natural...

Application of Sensors for Smart Farming

This chapter delves into the pivotal role of smart sensors in revolutionizing agriculture through smart farming practices. It begins by defining smart farming and elucidating the...

Healthcare Smart Sensors: Applications, Trends, and Future Outlook

Healthcare smart sensors represent integrated sensing systems capable of capturing, processing, and transmitting vital health parameters in real-time using advanced embedded...

Revolutionizing Healthcare: The Application of Image Processing Techniques

This chapter provides a thorough overview of the application of image processing techniques across various domains in healthcare. Advanced image analysis and computer vision...

Technologies and Applications of Sensors in Waste Treatment Systems

This chapter provides a comprehensive exploration of the integration of sensor technologies and advanced systems in waste treatment processes. It elucidates the pivotal role of...

Bioelectronics and Application in Waste Treatment Systems for Smart City

The rapid urbanization of modern societies has presented cities with numerous challenges, including the effective management of waste streams. In response, the concept of smart...

Agile Tech: Crafting Actionable User Stories and Prioritizing Features for IT Projects

This chapter delves into the core practices of agile software development, with a focus on crafting user stories and prioritizing features to align IT projects with customer...

Barriers and Challenges: Examining Systemic Barriers Impeding Women's Advancement in Leadership Positions

Women continue facing systemic barriers impeding their leadership advancement spanning stereotypes, biases, and institutional traditions requiring coordinated solutions between...

Real-Time Patient Monitoring and Personalized Medicine With Digital Twins

The convergence of digital twin technology with healthcare, particularly in Healthcare 6.0, is transformative. This chapter explores the interplay between digital twins...

Predictive Healthcare Analytics

The integration of digital twin technology with healthcare systems promises to revolutionize clinical decision-making and patient outcomes in Healthcare 6.0. This chapter...

Unlocking the Quantum Advantage: Practical Applications and Case Studies in Supply Chain Optimization

This chapter aims to delve into the practical applications and case studies of leveraging quantum computing for supply chain optimization. By exploring real-world examples and...

Revolutionizing Prenatal Care: The Role of Telemedicine and Soft Computing

The integration of telemedicine and soft computing technologies has revolutionized prenatal care, enabling remote consultations, continuous monitoring, and personalized...

Security, Risk Management, and Ethical AI in the Future of DeFi

The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and decentralized finance (DeFi) heralds a transformative era in the financial landscape, promising unprecedented efficiency...