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Dhawal Patel is a distinguished leader in the field of Generative AI and Machine Learning Solution Architecture, currently spearheading a talented team of Machine Learning Architects at Amazon Inc, San Francisco, USA. With a rich professional journey spanning 19 years, Dhawal has honed his expertise across various domains of computer science.

Before his pivotal role at AWS, Dhawal served as the Chief Architect at East West Bank in Palo Alto, California, and held the position of Principal Engineer at Amdocs Inc. Notably, he spent five years as the Head of Generative AI and ML Solution Architecture at Amazon, where he made significant contributions to the advancement of AI technologies.

Beyond his remarkable professional achievements, Dhawal is deeply committed to his spiritual journey as a practitioner of Hindū Sanātana Dharma, particularly the Puṣṭimārga or Vallabha Sampradāya. For over two decades, he has been a dedicated Puṣṭimārgiya Vaishnava follower, actively engaging in discourse and scholarly pursuits.

As an author, Dhawal has penned the acclaimed book Doctrines of Pushtibhaktimarga: A True Representation of the Views of Sri Vallabhāchārya," shedding light on the philosophical underpinnings of his faith. He has also graced international religious forums, including the Parliament of the World's Religions, where he delivered enlightening talks on topics such as "Vedic Monistic Polytheism and its Role in World Peace, Conservation, and Interfaith Tolerance." He has authored 50+ papers & articles on Pushtimarga and 100+ blogs, articles, white papers, research papers on the Artificial Intelligence, Machine learning, Distributed computing, Generative AI, Cloud computing, Analytics, Security and Microservices. As a visionary in the realm of AI, he captivates audiences worldwide with his expertise and insights, having conducted over 20 enlightening speaking engagements in prominent locales such as Singapore, India, USA, and Canada at acclaimed platforms like AWS re:Invent, AI Conclave, AWS global summits.

Driven by a passion for preserving and disseminating knowledge, Dhawal is the visionary founder of pushtisahitya.org and pushtipedia.com, pioneering platforms dedicated to archiving and sharing Puṣṭimārgiya scriptures and knowledge. He is a prolific speaker and podcaster on YouTube and Instagram, with over 400+ videos and 217K+ views, engaging audiences with insights into Pushtimarg and its teachings.

Dhawal Patel's intellectual pursuits encompasses the study of Indian Philosophies, including Jainism, Buddhism, and Vedantic philosophies proposed by eminent figures such as Vallabhacharya, Shankaracharya, Ramanujacharya, Nimbarkacharya, Vigyan Bhikshu, Purva Mimamsakas, Samkhya, Yoga Systems, and other darshans. Dhawal's dedication to understanding these diverse philosophical frameworks underscores his commitment to holistic learning and intellectual inquiry.

A Sanskritist, Dhawal has pursued studies in Paninian Sanskrit under the tutelage of traditional Vedic teachers, enriching his understanding of classical texts and linguistic intricacies. His interests extend to metaphysics, hermeneutics, epistemology, and exploring the interconnections between modern science and Vedic metaphysics. He is an author of Purusha-suktam: A Vallabh Vendant perspective" that brings out the parallelism between Modern science and Vedic metaphysics.

Since his formative years, Dhawal has nurtured a deep connection with Dhrupad, finding solace and inspiration in its timeless compositions. His journey into the world of classical music received a foundational boost from the Ashtachapp Sangeet Academy in Ahmedabad, under the guidance of the esteemed Late Shree Vitthaldas Bapodara. Here, he gained invaluable insights into ragas and tala, laying the groundwork for his musical pursuits.

Driven by a passion for both learning and performance, Dhawal has been dedicated to practicing and showcasing Dhrupad Haveli Sangeet since 2004. Embracing the nuances and intricacies of this art form, he has honed his skills in renditions.

Here is the detailed bio of Dhawal Patel and his professional and spiritual journey.