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Arko Mandal

Software Engineer. Studying cognition.

I build scalable full-stack applications and write about engineering, architecture, and the lessons I learn along the way.

Bodha

A mindfulness companion that helps you observe distractions, return to the present, and understand your patterns of attention.

Updated Oct 13, 2026 •FLUTTER, JAVA, PYTHON

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The Art Of Saying No With Respect

Saying no is not the problem. We all have the right to disagree. The problem lies in how we say no, and how we treat the person whose idea we reject.

Published Oct 13, 2026 • REFLECTION, CRITICAL THINKING

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