Code Automation at Azilen: Speed with Solid Fundamentals

Practiced by 400+ engineers, code automation at Azilen is a structured shift in how we build. It’s our answer to vibe coding - where speed isn’t the only metric. With our Code Automation SOPs, we focus on the why and how behind the what, achieving velocity without losing core engineering fundamentals.

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The Philosophy: Breaking the Cycle of Speed Without Structure

The race to deliver faster has created a silent crisis in the industry. Teams often push code to production without structured engineering guardrails, leading to bloated repositories, rising technical debt, and an even newer challenge – AI debt, where models and automation scripts quickly become ungoverned, outdated, or misaligned with business logic.

This is the cycle of speed without structure. It gives an illusion of agility – rapid releases, flashy demos, instant gratification – but underneath lies code that’s hard to scale, pipelines that are fragile, and delivery practices that lack consistency. In the long run, it slows innovation instead of accelerating it.

At Azilen, we choose a different path. Our Code Automation SOPs are designed to safeguard fundamentals – clean code, repeatable delivery patterns, and governance against debt (technical or AI). Supported by a structured L&D program and practiced by 400+ engineers, this philosophy ensures velocity is not a vanity metric, but a sustainable outcome of disciplined engineering.

Core Three Pillars of Code Automation Excellence at Azilen

At Azilen, we see code automation as more than tools or shortcuts. It’s a culture that balances speed with fundamentals. Thus holistic efforts have been put by different teams specifically L&D team to embed code automation excellence practices as part of our cultural values.

Engineering Discipline as the Foundation

Automation is not a shortcut - it’s a framework built on strong engineering principles. Every SOP reinforces clean code, design integrity, and safeguards against technical and AI debt, ensuring that speed never sacrifices quality.

Structured SOPs Driving Consistency

Our core Code Automation Excellence team has compiled the best practices for using AI-assisted coding tools like Curser and Copilot. The SOPs define the right boundaries, helping engineers leverage these tools effectively.

Learning and Evolution
at Scale

Multiple L&D sessions, workshops, and peer reviews make it possible to adopt automation across teams. Feedback is collected, refined based on project needs, and re-applied, creating a continuous loop of learning that scales.

Our Engineering Culture in the
AI Era

Fundamentals First

Human Ownership

AI as an Enabler, not a Substitute

Velocity Balanced with Quality and Reliability

Curiosity and Rigor Go Hand in Hand

Think of Why and How Before Applying What

While creating our Code Automation Playbook, our goal was simple. Our engineers bring deep core knowledge from school and university, but today they face a reality where AI is now mainstream – something that wasn’t part of their formal training. We don’t aim to replace that knowledge; we want them to pair it with AI tools to achieve deliveries faster and smarter than ever before.

Niket Kapadia

CTO

A Glimpse Into Our Core Automation SOPs

Our Code Automation SOPs are more than checklists - they’re a guide to disciplined engineering in the age of AI. They ensure our teams move fast, but with clarity, consistency, and respect for the fundamentals that make great software last.

1. Generate Technical Documentation from Requirements

Use LLMs to create structured technical documentation from requirements. Always follow with a manual review to validate accuracy, clarity, and coverage.

2. Generate Code Based on Technical Documents

Leverage LLMs to generate code in modular chunks from the approved documentation. Avoid large, unstructured outputs - review each chunk for coherence and compliance with standards.

3. Ensure Consistency and Maintainability

Follow coding guidelines strictly to keep structure consistent and code maintainable. Do not bypass standards even when code is LLM-generated.

4. Conduct Dual Code
Reviews

Perform manual code reviews supported by LLM assistance. Validate logic, structure, and adherence to guidelines instead of relying only on automation.

5. Automate Pull Request Reviews

Set up automated LLM-based checks on every PR. Use them to flag logic gaps, structural issues, and edge cases early in the cycle.

6. Strengthen Testing with AI + QA Validation

Generate test scenarios and unit test cases from user stories using LLMs. Avoid “right-click & generate” shortcuts - always refine with manual review and QA verification for meaningful coverage.

The Tools Behind Our Code Automation Excellence

Our code automation journey is powered by a carefully chosen set of tools that enhance speed, accuracy, and collaboration. Each tool plays a role in turning our SOPs into consistent engineering outcomes.

Learning. Applying. Scaling.

Our structured L&D programs ensure every engineer learns, adapts, and grows with code automation practice. Through hands-on workshops, guided sessions by senior architects, peer reviews, and continuous feedback loops, we make sure code automation is understood, applied, and scaled across teams.

What Code Automation Unlocks for Our Engineers

Code automation gives our engineers more than speed - it gives them space to think, solve, and grow. With clear SOPs as guardrails, they pair their core knowledge with AI tools to deliver faster while becoming stronger engineers.

More Time for Real Engineering

Less focus on boilerplate, more focus on solving complex problems, the very DNA of Engineering Excellence at Azilen.

Clear Boundaries with AI

SOPs define when to trust AI assistance and when to apply core knowledge. Cuts off AI debt chances.

Learning That Scales

Workshops, peer reviews, and feedback loops turn every project into a learning experience.

Confidence in Delivery

Engineers ship faster, cleaner, and with greater assurance of long-term stability. Improves DORA metrics.

The Value We Create for the Enterprises & Product Owners We Partner With

Businesses often ask, “How does AI speed up your delivery?” Our focus goes beyond velocity - we aim to create solutions that reflect the fundamental essence of core engineering principles pioneered by early computer scientists and developers.

Reduced Engineering Cost

Automation minimizes repetitive work, freeing engineers to focus on high-value tasks and optimizing resource usage.

Accelerated Time to Market

Structured SOPs and AI-assisted workflows speed up delivery without compromising quality.

Enhanced Business Agility

Flexible, reliable solutions allow businesses to respond faster to changing market needs.

Scalability at Speed

Systems are designed to grow seamlessly, maintaining performance and reliability even as demands increase.

Stronger Risk Management

Built-in SOPs and reviews catch potential issues early, lowering the risk of technical or AI debt.

Consistent Quality Across Projects

Automation ensures every release meets the same high standards, reducing errors and variability.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

Get your most common questions around Code Automation Excellence initiative of Azilen answered.

What is Code Automation at Azilen?

Code Automation at Azilen is a structured approach to using AI-assisted tools and SOPs to speed up delivery while keeping engineering fundamentals intact. It balances velocity with quality, reliability, and maintainability.

How does code automation benefit engineers?

It frees engineers from repetitive tasks, giving them time to focus on core engineering problems. SOPs guide the use of AI, ensuring speed without compromising knowledge or quality.