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Varalakshmi M D

MVP 2025

Technology

India
MVP 2024

Technology

India

I'm a Mentor

As a mentor, I bring a blend of hands-on technical expertise, real-world project experience, and a strong passion for empowering others. I aim to create a supportive and motivating environment where mentees feel confident to grow, ask questions, and take bold steps in their MVP journey.

I offer:

Guidance in technical areas such as Sitecore (XM Cloud, XP, Headless), Coveo, and Frontend integrations with React/Next.js.

Personalized support based on the mentee’s goals—whether it's community contributions, public speaking, blogging, or deepening platform expertise.

Accountability and encouragement to stay consistent, build confidence, and overcome self-doubt.

Real insights and feedback from my own MVP path, helping mentees navigate challenges and seize opportunities.

Ultimately, I’m here not just to share knowledge, but to help mentees find their unique voice and value in the community.

Timeline

2024

25/Nov

VinSitecore

Embarking on my Sitecore journey has been one of the most rewarding chapters of my career. From actively engaging in Sitecore User Groups to mentoring aspiring developers, the community became a cornerstone of my professional growth. Sharing knowledge, building connections, and contributing to the ecosystem transformed my skills and confidence. This unwavering commitment to the community not only enhanced my career but also earned me the prestigious MVP Award—a milestone reflecting passion and p...

Sitecore XM Cloud

2024

15/Nov

SUG Chennai : Component Builder in XM_Cloud session Speaker

I had the privilege of participating in the SUG Chennai session with debtanu, where I presented on the exciting topic, "What is Component Builder?" The session delved into practical examples, including building a static component, creating a datasource component, and integrating external endpoints to map data to components using GraphQL. Additionally, I introduced styling techniques to enhance component aesthetics and functionality. This engaging session aimed to empower developers with hands-on...

Sitecore XM Cloud

2024

27/Sep

Stack Exchange contribution

Answered for How can we automate content publishing in Sitecore XM Cloud using the Sitecore CLI or otherwise? in sitecore stack exchange I actively contribute to the Sitecore Stack Exchange community and recently provided insights on automating content publishing in Sitecore XM Cloud using the Sitecore CLI. My answer detailed practical steps, helping developers streamline their work and enhance efficiency while working with Sitecore's cutting-edge cloud solutions.

Sitecore XM Cloud

2024

27/Sep

SUGMEME Host: Headless Basics Uncovered Frontend Integration Sitecore with React and Next.js

Founded this group to train sitecore developers and hosted Headless Basics Uncovered Frontend Integration Sitecore with React and Next.js. in this We explored an overview of the project’s file structure and configuring the essential .env file. We’ll also dive into React basics by exploring props & hooks, and implement a dynamic component. Finally, we'll integrate everything with Next.js Router for seamless navigation. This comprehensive guide will help you get started with Sitecore JSS and Rea...

Sitecore XM Cloud

2024

24/Sep

SUGMEME : Code Generation Explained A Deep Dive into Leprechaun

A Deep Dive into Leprechaun with Sitecore XM Cloud Integration, a headless session tutorial series designed for developers. This video unpacks Leprechaun serialization, its setup, and seamless integration with Sitecore XM Cloud. Gain insights into streamlining development workflows, enhancing productivity, and leveraging headless architecture effectively. Perfect for aspiring and seasoned Sitecore developers

Sitecore XM Cloud

2024

22/Sep

Sitecore Mentorship program Feedback

The Sitecore Mentorship Program Feedback form reflects on an amazing journey this year. It has been a valuable experience of learning, growth, and collaboration. Through mentoring, I’ve gained insights, expanded my knowledge, and formed meaningful connections. Grateful for the opportunity and excited for future learning endeavors

2024

20/Sep

SUGMEME: Headless Basics Uncovered Training session

Headless Basics Uncovered offers a deep dive into the foundations of headless technology. Explore key concepts, including What and Why Headless, Serialization, Code Generation, and Component Building. This session is perfect for developers seeking to understand and implement modern, flexible architectures with Sitecore's cutting-edge headless capabilities. LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14291023/ Website : https://sugmeme.wordpress.com/contact-us/ email : sugmentorsmentees@gmail.c...

Sitecore XM Cloud

2024

15/Sep

Custom Validator for Number Of Selected Items Validator in any field type

Custom Validator for Number Of Selected Items Validator in any field type

Sitecore XM Cloud

2024

5/Sep

G2G review on XP

A Powerful Platform for Personalized, Omnichannel Engagement on XP

Sitecore XP

2024

12/Aug

SUG Nagpur session on sitecore search

Integrating Sitecore Search with Custom Sitemap

Learn how to enhance your Sitecore implementation by integrating Sitecore Search with a custom sitemap. This guide covers the steps to optimize your site's search functionality, improving user experience and ensuring comprehensive content indexing.

Topics covered include:

What is Sitecore Search and Why to Use Sitecore Search: Understand the benefits and applications of Sitecore Search. Creating a Public Endpoint for Custom Sitemap: Step-...

Sitecore Search

2024

26/Jul

Use Layout Service response and Graphql response in a single component in Sitecore Headless.

Use Layout Service response and Graphql response in a single component in Sitecore Headless.Resolving Cyclic Redundancy in Sitecore Layout Service Responses

Sitecore XM Cloud

2024

20/Jul

Sug Mentor and Mentee

Started group for women but made it an holistic approach for training community and giving mentorship program for community on basis of detailed tutorial on Sitecore platforms. Headless Basics Uncovered – a deep dive into the foundations of headless technology! LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14291023/ Website : https://sugmeme.wordpress.com/contact-us/ email : sugmentorsmentees@gmail.com Regular updates on session and community engagement. Foundation of a dedicated Mentee and...

2024

15/Jul

Founder of SUGMEME

Created a Social YouTube channel for group, people can find our tutorial on all session on headless. in future planning to give training on Sitecore search, connect, content hub one or any Sitecore platform from expertise professionals. Our mission is to bridge the knowledge gap by offering in-depth sessions on advanced topics, ensuring developers are equipped with cutting-edge skills. Got great Feedbacks form many developers and clients.

Sitecore XM Cloud

2024

15/Jul

Extracting PDF Content to Text for Sitecore Headless Solutions – Backend Customizations

Extracting PDF Content to Text for Sitecore Headless Solutions – Backend Customizations Incorporating PDF content into your Sitecore and search solution involves extracting text from PDFs and feeding it into your search engine. This process can be accomplished by creating a PDF field in your Sitecore template, configuring JSON rendering, and using a library like PdfPig to extract text.

Sitecore XM Cloud

2024

6/Jul

Sugcon India speaker 2024 women in tech panel

Women tech panel: In an ever-evolving technological landscape, diversity and inclusion stand as pillars of progress and innovation. The panel discussion aims to shine a spotlight on the diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise of women in technology, highlighting their achievements, challenges, and the transformative impact they have on the tech industry The session will commence with opening remarks, setting the stage for the discussion and highlighting the importance of diversity and ...

2024

18/Jun

Way to manage spaces, letter-casing and hyphens in XM Cloud?

Way to manage spaces, letter-casing and hyphens in XM Cloud? encountered a significant hurdle: a persistent 404 error cropping up when spaces are introduced in the URL during page searches. in this blog we intricacies of this issue, exploring its potential solutions.

Sitecore XM Cloud

2024

15/May

Blog on bugs reported in xm-cloud

Raised many Support tickets related to xm-cloud and helped in reporting bugs for the team. also found some unique solution for many bugs and written them in blog post to help community

Sitecore XM Cloud

2024

11/Mar

Vinsitecore Youtube channel

Started YouTube channel for quick bits of shorts, I launched the VinSitecore YouTube channel to share quick, practical Sitecore tips for developers and enthusiasts. The channel focuses on bite-sized tutorials, covering topics such as how to create a package, installing packages, and more. My goal is to simplify complex Sitecore tasks and provide actionable insights for developers of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced professional, VinSitecore aims to enhance your productivit...

Sitecore XP

2024

1/Mar

Sitecore Mentorship Program

Sitecore Mentorship Program: Becoming a mentor for Krushna Patel has been an incredibly rewarding journey. I guided her in building a strong public presence and contributing consistently to the Sitecore community, helping her showcase her talents effectively. Through constructive feedback and regular interactions, we forged a beautiful connection that fostered mutual growth. The mentorship program also provided me with a platform to share more of my Sitecore knowledge, refining my own skills whi...

2024

20/Jan

Linkedin

I actively contribute to the Sitecore community through LinkedIn and my blog, sharing insights on the latest advancements and technology trends. Founder of SUG Mentors and Mentee group, My content focuses on practical applications of modern tools like React, Next.js, Headless, Sitecore CDP, and Personalize, helping developers stay updated and implement innovative solutions.

LinkedIn is my platform to connect, share knowledge, and promote discussions, while my blog provides detailed tutorials ...

Sitecore XM Cloud

2023

25/Nov

SUG Mumbai

Environment Setup: Set up a Sitecore XM Cloud environment Codebase Adaptation: Review and update your Sitecore MVC codebase to align with Sitecore XM Cloud's architecture and guidelines. - Replace or refactor custom components to leverage cloud-native features and best practices. - Update configuration files and settings to suit the new environment. Content Migration: Export content from your Sitecore MVC instance and import it into the Sitecore XM Cloud environment. - Ensure data integrity an...

Sitecore XM Cloud

2023

24/Nov

github repo

7 repository contain code of XM-Cloud project, XM complete hackathon project, next-JS project can help Backend developer to learn Front-end technology, XM-cloud Bootcamp learning, SUG sessions code source.

Sitecore XM Cloud

2023

9/Sep

SUG bengalore in-person session

MVC to XMCloud: A Tale of Migration It leverages the power of cloud resources, optimizing infrastructure costs and management. Migrating from Sitecore MVC to Sitecore XM (Experience Manager) Cloud requires careful planning and execution of a normal MVC project to XMCloud completely

Sitecore XM Cloud

2023

26/Aug

GraphQL Pagination Complex Query in Sitecore XM-Cloud

GraphQL Pagination Complex Query in Sitecore XM-Cloud: describe about how to write complex query and how you can get support from sitecore ticket. senario based on reality ongoing project mvc to xmcloud migration

Sitecore XM Cloud

2023

25/Aug

Linkedin

here i promoted sitecore community post and also helpful content for community

Sitecore XM Cloud

2023

25/Aug

linkedin SUG Mesdames Mentors

owner of linkedin SUG Mesdames Mentors: will inspire and promote women in sitecore technology through video content.

Sitecore XM Cloud

2023

24/Aug

SUGCON INDIA

Women in contemplating Darwin's Theory - To Break the Conventional Wheel.

2023

14/Aug

Exclude field from Sitecore Layout Service Route Data

“The remote server returned an error:(413) Body exceeded 2mb limit.” error solution and how to exclude fields from layout service output

Sitecore XM Cloud

2023

23/Jul

Migrate MVC Project to Headless : handy PowerShell Scripts- PART 2

Migrate MVC Project to Headless : handy PowerShell Scripts- PART 2

Sitecore XM Cloud