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# Rishi Deorukhkar
Builds backend architectures and tool surfaces meant for AI agents.

## About

Rishi Deorukhkar builds AI-native systems that turn complex workflows into reliable, automated processes. At idealo, he engineers backend architecture, focusing on vector databases, agentic RAG pipelines, and evaluation frameworks.

Rather than defaulting to standard APIs, Rishi builds tool surfaces specifically designed for AI agents to consume. He breaks down the nuances between APIs, MCPs, and MCP apps, helping engineering teams design systems where models can navigate tools without hallucinating their arguments.



## Past Sessions

### World Congress 2026 Europe · July 8, 2026
Berlin, Germany
- [API, MCP or MCP App? Choosing the right surface for AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100305-api-mcp-or-mcp-app-choosing-the-right-surface-for-ai-agents) · 30 min · 🎥 Watch recording



## Videos

- [API, MCP or MCP App? Choosing the right surface for AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100305-api-mcp-or-mcp-app-choosing-the-right-surface-for-ai-agents) · Rishabh Budhiraja, Rishi Deorukhkar