In a world of technology and fast-moving trends, one true value remains unchanged – the people who create technology. 

Today's interview is with Gregory Hasyn, Head of Regional Competency (.NET), about balancing people and technology, leading without control, and insights gained from playing squash. 

In your opinion, what are the current trends in the .NET ecosystem, and how is AI influencing it?

I believe the future of .NET isn't about loud and flashy releases but about moving toward quality and adhering to core principles: reliability, performance, and a clear architectural vision. Of course, artificial intelligence is already changing how we work with code and has become an integral part of .NET, as Microsoft integrates Copilot, ML.NET, and Azure AI across many solutions: from automating routine tasks to analytics.

We use technology to enhance human capabilities, not replace them. AI can automate the groundwork, but it can't replace engineering thinking. A great engineer controls the tool, not vice versa.

What advice would you give to those who aspire to lead a technical team?

Authentic leadership isn't about managing people but about creating conditions where people can grow. You should see potential in everyone and make space for their skills to develop. Learn to step aside, trust your experts, and support their initiative. In the end, technology is just a tool, people – the ones who truly matter.

If not a career as a .NET Engineer, what profession would you choose?

I'd be a neurosurgeon. For me, it's like another dimension of engineering. Both disciplines require a deep understanding of complex systems where even the slightest mistake has consequences.

Just like in software engineering, neurosurgery is about decomposing a problem – breaking it down into smaller, manageable parts. However, the stakes are incomparably higher.

Working with .NET is about building architectures, while neurosurgery is about restoring them. In both cases, the ultimate goal is flawless system performance.

You play squash. What skills from the game do you find useful in your professional life?

Always return to the "T." In squash, it's the center of the court – the place from which you can see everything. At work, it's about keeping focus on the most important things. No matter how much chaos or change surrounds you, it's important to maintain balance, regain concentration, and remember why you're here – to create technology that matters.

This game teaches patience and the value of proper positioning. It's about understanding the rhythm, learning to move, and most importantly, to stop. In work, that means not rushing decisions, seeing the bigger picture, and choosing the right moment for action – the one that brings maximum impact.