In the next part of his career with computing , Vildibil looked to make huge strides in the academic community . “ I went into industry and began work for a computer manufacturer helping them build high-performance computing , technical computing solutions .

Adding to this , he said : “ This was so that on the commercial side , the enterprises could begin doing much of the same computational research and it was very successful . We brought many of these methods into the commercial space , which was exciting .”

Now , with his work at Qualcomm Vildibil told Technology Magazine that he invents as he goes and emphasised that his passion lies in the computing industry .

“ I drank the Kool-Aid ,” he explained . “ Back in the day that was a comment that most people often kind of said . Once you get bit by computing or computational science , you ' re forever stuck , forever drawn to that field .”

With the wealth of knowledge and expertise gained throughout his career , Vildibil now also works in a mentoring role , he explained : “ I speak with a lot of entrylevel employees and people coming just out of school to give them some advice about how to navigate the technology space .”

He continued : “ I tell many people that are in the early stages of their career to focus deeply on what they are doing . Learn very deeply about the core of your product , but also look for opportunities to develop breadth because you need a little bit of both to really drive in this world where technology is changing so rapidly .”

“ I often say you know the longevity of a new technology concept is about the same as the shelf life of a banana . In other words , things change really quickly . You don ' t develop one thing and sit on your laurels for a decade . You develop one thing and you start working on the next thing , the pace is ridiculously fast ,” concluded Vildibil . technologymagazine . com 21