Chirag is a .NET developer. Here he designs web applications and programs. He is also an associated OutSystems developer. Outystems is a low-code platform that allows you to develop apps, portals, business and web applications at a rapid pace and without complicated programming codes. 

Let me introduce
myself : Hello everyone, my name is Chirag Baroliya. I work here as a .NET and associated Outsystems developer. My skills include MVC, Asp.net Core, Ouystems, Blazor, SQL, Jquery.   

Besides DevRepublic, I am husband and father of our two year old daughter. In my spare time I like to go for long walks or play a game of cricket. Sometimes even with colleagues.

What does your working day look like?
I start my working day with a cup of tea. Then I check my mail, the new tasks in the board and discussions in the Teams channels. Then I start developing and work through to lunch which is at 1.00PM IST. At lunch I usually eat tortilla, vegetables, salads and some sweets and go for a walk with a friend. After that I will start working again until 06.30PM IST, which is 3PM Dutch time.

Our office in India has been closed for a year and you have been working from home ever since. Is that different?
To be fair, I like working from home, but it's not as good as at the office. At the office you meet more people and you can work with the right focus and mindset. It is also easier in the office to discuss ideas around the tea table.

 You have been working at DevRepublic for 2 years now, do you like it?
Hell yes. The atmosphere is good and you get the opportunity to master new techniques. In addition, there is also room for fun, political conversations and sometimes even a spiritual discussion. I have now been employee of the month twice, fantastic!

And what is it like for you to work with Dutch people?
Good! The Dutch are also technical, so as a developer I can discuss ideas or other matters with the Dutch without any problems. I also like the communication style, I can understand Dutch people well and talk to them. 

 However, there are still differences in culture. What do you notice about that?
The biggest difference is the way people communicate with each other. Direct communication is the standard in the Netherlands. It is always straightforward and immediately clear what everyone's opinion is. The Dutch immediately say what they think and if the manager thinks otherwise, he has to convince his employees. In dia, communication is generally more indirect and people are more likely to fear loss of face. 

And are there other typically Dutch things that you like?
I don't have much experience with Dutch things, because I haven't been to the Netherlands myself. But if I rely on what I see via the internet and my colleagues, I see a lot of bicycles. And that's great because I love cycling!