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30-Day Live + Interactive Challenge

Think Like an Architect. Before You Become One.

A 30-day practical challenge for software engineers who want to understand how architects think, make decisions, solve enterprise problems and leverage AI.

Enterprise Aligned

Supported Community

Real World Skills

Move Beyond Code. Start Thinking in Systems.

Explore the six capabilities that define modern architects—from Business Thinking and Systems Thinking to AI-Augmented Thinking, Decision Making and Leadership.

Start Your Architecture Journey

What to expect from this challenge

By the end of 30 days, you should:

Think differently

  • Start looking beyond code and individual components to business goals
  • Systems and trade-offs

Make better architecture decisions

  • Understand the questions and considerations behind architectural choices.

Experiment with AI

  • Experience how GenAI and emerging Agentic AI capabilities can augment an architect's work.

Build confidence

  • Practice explaining why you would choose an approach—not just what technology you would use.

Know your gaps

  • Understand your current architecture readiness and identify your next development priorities.

Experience the architect's mindset

  • Get a first-hand taste of practical architecture before committing to a deeper program.

What you’ll learn on this challenge

Duration

4 weeks

Challenge Format

Live Session, Activities, Quiz

Level

Beginner to Intermediate

Study Method

Online Live Sessions (Sat, Sun). Short Activities (Weekday)

01

Business Thinking: From Business Problem to Technology Problem

1 live session and 1 quiz

Business goals, stakeholders, problem framing, requirements vs outcomes, asking the right questions

02

Systems Thinking: See Beyond the Application

1 live session and 1 quiz

System boundaries, dependencies, interactions, complexity, context diagrams, identifying hidden impacts

03

Architecture Thinking: Designing for the Real World

1 live session and 1 quiz

Architecture styles, scalability, resilience, security, integration, NFRs and architectural trade-offs

04

AI-Augmented Thinking: The Architect + AI

1 live session and 1 quiz

GenAI for architects, AI-assisted analysis, architecture alternatives, RAG & Agentic AI basics, AI limitations

05

Decision Thinking: Make Decisions You Can Defend

1 live session and 1 quiz

Trade-offs, decision frameworks, ADRs, risk, cost, reversibility and handling ambiguity

06

Leadership Thinking: Communicate, Influence & Lead

1 live session and 1 quiz

Stakeholder communication, architecture reviews, presenting decisions, handling disagreement and influencing without authority

Ready to Start Thinking Like an Architect?

Don't wait until you're given the title to start developing the mindset.

Join the next 30-Day Architecture Mindset Challenge

Is this challenge for you?

Designed primarily for software professionals with approximately 5–15 years of experience who want to move toward architecture and technology leadership.

Senior Software Engineers

I'm technically strong, but I don't know what separates me from an architect.

Technical Leads

I want to understand business and architecture—not just technology.

Team Leads

AI is changing the architect role and I want to understand where I fit.

Senior Developers

I'm considering an Architect role but don't know where my gaps are.

Aspiring Architects

I design solutions, but I want to become better at architecture decisions.

Professionals preparing for an architecture-oriented career transition

Join the 30-Day Challenge

Listen to real people, real results

Paras, Senior Software Developer
The session helped me understand that architecture is about more than technology, it is about making decisions in the right business context.
Kiran, Lead Software Developer
The practical examples made architecture concepts much easier to understand and apply to the challenges I face at work.
Priya, Technical Lead
I now have a clearer understanding of the skills and mindset I need to grow from a Technical Lead into an architect.
Pankaj, Lead Engineer
I love the experience! Before joining this challenge, AI was just a buzzword to me. Now, I'm using it to improve my productivity at work, and I'm finally feeling challenged and fulfilled in my work.

Hello, I’m Jose Callion

My Story

My story is one fueled by a deep passion for unraveling the mysteries of AI, leading me to contribute to groundbreaking research and advancements in the industry.

Throughout my career, I've been at the forefront of shaping the future of technology, blending theoretical knowledge with practical insights. I am committed to making AI and machine learning accessible to learners at all levels, demystifying complex concepts in an engaging and collaborative learning environment.

Beyond the classroom, I am a thought leader, continually pushing the boundaries of AI research. My dedication to ethical AI development and a forward-thinking approach sets the stage for you not only to understand the technology but also to contribute to its responsible and innovative growth.

My Experience

  • 1998 Machine Learning Researcher at XYZ Lab
  • 2005 Founder Data Science Company
  • 2015 Teaching at AI Center
  • 2020 PhD on neural networks
  • Now Senior Director at ModernAI

Brands I worked with

Your Mentor

Throughout my career, I’ve been at the forefront of shaping the future of technology, blending theoretical knowledge with practical insights. I am committed to making AI and machine learning accessible to learners at all levels, demystifying complex concepts in an engaging and collaborative learning environment.

Mentor Thomas Winsley

Director at AI Company, Founder of AI Community

Throughout my career, I’ve been at the forefront of shaping the future of technology, blending theoretical knowledge with practical insights. I am committed to making Architecture & AI  accessible to learners at all levels, demystifying complex concepts in an engaging and collaborative learning environment.

Mentor - Manoj Sharma

Technology Architect & Mentor

Throughout my career, I’ve been at the forefront of shaping the future of technology, blending theoretical knowledge with practical insights. I am committed to making AI and machine learning accessible to learners at all levels, demystifying complex concepts in an engaging and collaborative learning environment.

Mentor Thomas Winsley

Director at AI Company, Founder of AI Community

Next Challenge

Starting at

26 Sep, 2026

Fees

₹999/- ONLY

Early bird discount

20% off for register before Sep 19 2026

  • See What You'll Experience:
  • 6 live sessions
  • Architecture challenges
  • Micro-learning activities
  • AI exercises
  • WhatsApp learning community
  • Cognitive assessment
  • Architecture readiness roadmap

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Find the answers to your questions here

No. The challenge focuses on practical architecture thinking, decision-making and self-assessment rather than certification.

No. It is designed primarily for experienced software professionals who are aspiring toward architecture or already taking on some architecture responsibilities.

Most weekday activities are designed to take approximately 5–15 minutes. Live sessions are approximately 90 minutes.

Live participation is strongly encouraged because discussion and decision-making are an important part of the experience. Recordings WILL NOT be available if you miss a session.

Yes. AI-Augmented Thinking is one of the six pillars. You’ll explore how GenAI and emerging Agentic AI can support architecture analysis, design and decision-making.

Yes. You’ll work through architecture scenarios, decision challenges, AI missions, quizzes, polls and lightweight exercises.

You’ll receive an Architecture Readiness assessment and development roadmap. If you want to pursue deeper practical architecture development, you can explore the Engineer to Architect Accelerator.

The Challenge is not certification-oriented. The emphasis is on learning, practical exposure and understanding your architecture readiness.

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