This essay is the first of a three-part series that will seek to understand the considerations for building compute capacity and the different pathways to accessing compute in India. This essay delves into the meaning of compute and unpacks the various layers of the compute stack.

This essay discusses how India can address its “compute conundrum” to develop a compute strategy that aligns with its AI strategy.

In this episode, Sharmista Appaya shares how her life choices strengthened her role as Senior Digital Development Specialist in the World Bank Group. With an empathetic approach to the development sector, she shares her thoughts on gender disparity and barriers to financial inclusion for women.