Varun Srinivas Founder & CEO of Therix.ai & Co-Founder at Coditas, Building Real-World AI So

Building Real-World AI Solutions with Varun Srinivas: From Vibe Coding to Scalable SystemsWhat does it take to scale AI beyond the buzzwords?In this episode of Discover Dialogues, Vikramsinh Ghatge, Sr. Marketing Director and EIC at TechDogs sits down with Varun Srinivas, Founder & CEO of Therix.ai and Co-Founder of Coditas, to get into the real work behind AI adoption, team leadership, and building systems that last. With over a decade of experience in software craftsmanship, clean code, and now enterprise-ready generative AI, Varun brings clarity and candor to the conversation.This is more than a podcast about tools and trends—it’s a practical look at what actually breaks when organizations try to scale AI, and what can be done differently.In this episode Varun covers:• How to bridge the gap between prototypes and production-ready AI• The role of “vibe coding” and why it needs testing and review• Why clean code still matters in generative AI development• How to embed AI into org culture without fear or resistance• The critical role of feedback, observability, and user experience• Why static AI strategies expire in days—not yearsTimestamp:00:00 Introduction01:57 Professional Journey & Perspective Building06:33 Challenges in AI Adoption & Execution 22:06 Responsible AI, Governance & Risk – Extended30:01 Trends, Leadership & the Future of AI 33:54 Rapid FireVarun explains why prototypes that wow in meetings often fail in deployment, and how leadership needs to move away from fear-based AI strategies. “Celebrate small wins,” he says. “If a dev saves 30 minutes, make it a moment. That’s how transformation takes root.”He also dives into the psychological shift that many dev teams face when AI is introduced—and how to guide rather than override your team’s instincts. His advice for scaling: build a culture of experimentation, not pressure.Whether you’re a CTO, product head, engineering lead, or startup founder—this conversation will shift how you approach AI strategy, software delivery, and technical culture.Whether you're building an AI product, leading an engineering team, or just trying to make sense of GenAI’s business potential—this one’s for you.About the Guest:Varun Srinivas is the Founder & CEO of Therix.ai and Co-Founder at Coditas, where he leads Generative AI Services. With over a decade in software craftsmanship, Varun blends clean code principles with modern AI execution. He’s helped scale products for 200+ companies, bridging the gap between prototypes and production. Whether it’s vibe coding, team culture, or engineering at scale—he builds AI that actually ships.About Discover Dialogues:Discover Dialogues is TechDogs’ flagship podcast series where technology meets real-world impact. Hosted by Vikramsinh Ghatge, the show features unfiltered conversations with industry leaders, founders, and innovators who are building what’s next. From AI and cybersecurity to leadership and product thinking—every episode is a deep dive into how bold ideas get built.