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Welcome to another episode of Screaming in the Cloud, where we're joined by Anthony Fu, a framework developer at Nuxt Labs and the creator of Slidev. Anthony has diversified the way presentations are crafted by integrating coding directly into slide development. In this episode, Corey and Anthony discuss the benefits of using markdown to craft slides, the challenges associated with traditional presentation tools like Keynote, and the open-source contributions that have propelled the development of this innovative software. Anthony also shares his inspiration for creating a tool that streamlines and enhances the presentation creation process for both developers and non-developers.
Show Highlights:(00:00) Introduction
(03:13) The origins of Slidev
(04:47) The challenges with traditional presentation tools and the advantages of using Markdown for slides
(06:04) How Slidev simplifies slide creation for presentations
(07:01) Corey shares his surprise at the utility of Slidev for non-frontend developers
(09:56) Addressing the challenges of aligning text and images in presentations
(11:09) Anthony discusses his design philosophy for Slidev
(15:14) Balancing feature requests and maintaining simplicity for Slidev
(16:38) Anthony explains the importance of community contributions to Slidev
(20:13) They discuss implementing new features into Slidev's evolution
(24:15) Anthony’s insights into the open-source philosophy behind Slidev
(27:09) Slidev's approach to redistributing sponsorships to support its dependencies through Open Collective
(31:46) Corey mentions contributing to Slidev's documentation to make it more accessible
(33:41) Closing remarks & where to connect with Anthony
About Anthony Fu:
Anthony is a fanatical open sourceror. Core team member of Vue, Nuxt, and Vite. Creator of Vitest, Slidev, VueUse, UnoCSS and Elk. Working at NuxtLabs.
Links referenced:
Slidev: https://sli.dev/
Slidev Github: https://github.com/slidevjs/slidev
Anthony Fu’s Personal Website: https://antfu.me/Anthony Fu on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antfu/?originalSubdomain=fr
Anthony Fu on Twitter: https://x.com/antfu7
NuxtLabs: https://nuxtlabs.com
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On this week’s episode of Screaming in the Cloud, Corey is joined by Stanford computer science student Aditya Saligrama, who recently taught a Stanford course on cloud infrastructure. Aditya shares his unique perspective on various topics, including how higher education approaches teaching computer science in a rapidly evolving landscape, why he chose cloud security to begin with instead of tacking it on at the end, and what his plans are for the rest of school and beyond. Corey and Aditya lament the lack of real-world skills taught by universities. Aditya shares with the audience just how much work goes into being an effective undergraduate-level teacher while being an undergraduate student himself.
Show Highlights:
(00:00) - Introduction
(01:57) - Exploring CS40: cloud infrastructure and scalable application deployment
(03:46) - The evolution of computer science education
(05:09) - Bridging the gap between academia and industry
(09:05) - Aditya's journey into security and cloud infrastructure
(13:09) - The Stanford security clinic: red teaming for startups
(14:09) - Internship insights and cloudflare's upcoming role
(16:06) - The challenge of cloud account management for students
(17:59) - Improving cloud education and accessibility
(22:10) - The technical and educational challenges of CS40
(29:29) - Final thoughts and where to find AdityaAbout Aditya Saligrama:
Aditya Saligrama is an undergraduate and graduate student at Stanford University studying computer science, focusing on systems and security. In the Winter of 2024, Aditya taught CS 40 (Cloud Infrastructure and Scalable Application Deployment) at Stanford, the first university course ever to teach the fundamentals of deploying apps on the cloud hands-on using infrastructure as code. Aditya also leads the Applied Cyber student group at Stanford, winning first place in a national cyber defense competition in 2023 and second place in a global penetration testing competition in 2024, and advises early-stage startups on their security needs and posture through the Stanford Security Clinic. Aditya enjoys hiking, photography, and ping pong in his free time.
Links referenced:Aditya’s Twitter: @saligrama_a
Aditya’s Website: https://saligrama.io
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In this episode, we chat with Randall Hunt, the VP of Technology at Caylent, about the world of generative AI and how it's changing industries. Randall talks about his journey from being an AWS critic to leading tech projects at Caylent. He shares cool insights into the latest tech innovations, the challenges and opportunities in AI, and his vision for the future. Randall also explains how AI is used in healthcare, finance, and more, and gives advice for those interested in tech.
Show Highlights:(00:00) - Introduction
(00:28) - Randall talks about his job at Caylent and the projects he's working on(01:35) - Randall explains his honest and evolving perspective on Amazon Bedrock after working with it hands-on
(03:35) - Randall breaks down the components and improvements of AWS Bedrock
(06:08) - Improvements in AWS Bedrock's preview announcements and API functionality
(08:05) - Randall's predictions on the future of generative AI models and their cost efficiency(10:00) - Randall shares practical use cases using distilled models and older GPUs
(12:12) - Corey shares his experience with GPT-4 and the importance of prompt engineering
(17:21) - Bedrock console features for comparing and contrasting AI models
(21:02) - enterprise applications of generative AI and building reliable AI infrastructures
(28:13) - Randall and Corey delve into the costs of training large AI models
(36:37) - Randall talks about real-world applications of Bedrock in industries like HVAC management
(39:40) - Closing thoughts and where to connect with Randall
About Randall Hunt:
Randall Hunt is a Software Engineer and Open Source Developer Advocate at Facebook. Previously of AWS, SpaceX, MongoDB, and NASA., Randall Hunt, VP of Cloud Strategy and Solutions at Caylent, is a technology leader, investor, and hands-on-keyboard coder based in Los Angeles, CA. Previously, Randall led software and developer relations teams at Facebook, SpaceX, AWS, MongoDB, and NASA. Randall spends most of his time listening to customers, building demos, writing blog posts, and mentoring junior engineers. Python and C++ are his favorite programming languages, but he begrudgingly admits that Javascript rules the world. Outside of work, Randall loves to read science fiction, advise startups, travel, and ski., Randall is the coder in the boardroom.
Links referenced:
Randall Hunt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ranman/
Caylent: https://caylent.com/
Caylent on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/caylent/
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In this episode of Screaming in the Cloud, Corey Quinn reconnects with Justin Brodley, Senior Vice President of Cloud and Technology at Blackline and host of the CloudPod podcast, to discuss the ongoing changes within cloud computing, specifically the intense focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and its repercussions on traditional cloud infrastructure. Justin shares insights from his recent experience at Google Cloud Next, discussing how the AI hype is reshaping cloud service strategies. Additionally, their conversation explores the cultural and strategic shifts within Google and Microsoft, examining their impact on the broader cloud computing landscape.
Show Highlights:(00:00) - Introduction
(01:45) - Justin's take on Google Cloud Next
(03:56) - The investor-focused nature of the recent Google Cloud Next conference
(06:16) - How multi-cloud strategies are forming enterprise tech decisions
(08:18) - Over-reliance on AI in critical business functions
(15:08) - The lack of foundational cloud services and the risk of overemphasizing AI
(19:36) - Leadership changes at Amazon and their impact on the company's direction
(21:50) - Growth of Amazon's ad revenue
(27:16) - The importance of cloud services in today’s tech world
(30:51) - Concerns about security practices and responsiveness in cloud services
(37:19) - The need for Security in user training and corporate policies
(41:13) - Closing remarks and where to find Justin
About Justin:
Justin Brodley is the Senior Vice President of Cloud and Technology at Blackline and the host of the CloudPod podcast. With a strong background in building innovative DevOps teams and enhancing revenue growth through strategic compliance and innovation, Justin is adept at driving customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. He has extensive experience designing and deploying scalable systems, managing costs effectively, and implementing positive cultural changes across various sectors, including cloud computing, ITIL, infrastructure, and more. Justin is also an engaging mentor and a recognized voice in the cloud community through his podcast, found at www.thecloudpod.net.
The CloudPod Podcast: https://www.thecloudpod.net/ Justin’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/jbrodleyJustin’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbrodley/
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On this week’s episode of Screaming in the Cloud, Corey Quinn sits down with the incredible Cody Odgen, software developer and creator of Killed by Google. Corey and Cody discuss Google’s graveyard of products, how discontinuing offerings creates a feeling of distrust amongst your customers, and why Google lacks the hunger needed to create an amazing generative AI tool. Corey shares his take on killed products from an AWS perspective while Cody draws comparisons between late’90s Microsoft and today’s Google, suggesting a decline in quality could be on the horizon for the cloud giant.
Highlights
(00:00) Intro
(00:36) Ad - Panoptica
(01:17) The Google Graveyard: Discussing Killed Services
(02:11) AWS vs. Google: Service Termination Practices
(03:17) AI Overload at Google Cloud Next
(05:44) The Impact of Google's Decisions on Trust and Business
(11:26) The Stadia Shutdown: A Case Study in Trust Erosion
(14:11) Ad - Panoptica
(14:34) The Ripple Effects of Google's Service Closures
(18:50) The Importance of Longevity and Trust in Tech
(23:25) Comparing Cloud Giants: Google, Amazon, and Microsoft
(27:54) Closing Thoughts on Corporate Responsibility and Culture
(28:48) Wrapping Up and Where to Find More
Links:
Website: Killedbygoogle.comTwitter/X: @killedbygoogle
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In this Screaming in the Cloud episode, Corey welcomes Dana Mattioli, author of 'The Everything War: Amazon's Ruthless Quest to Own the World and Remake Corporate Power.' Together, they discuss the themes of her book, exploring Amazon's extensive reach and influence across multiple sectors, its profound impact on competition, and the ethical concerns surrounding its aggressive business practices. They also discuss Amazon's internal culture, intricate relationships with government entities, and strategic maneuvers within the corporate world.
Show Highlights:
(00:00) - Introduction
(01:39) - The vast expansion of Amazon and its impact on modern society and corporate strategy
(05:31) - Amazon's internal profit strategies
(07:04) - Amazon's growth: Intentional strategy or opportunistic expansion?
(13:51) - Amazon’s competitive and controversial tactics against startups and innovators
(16:25) - Amazon's workplace culture and systemic issues leading to unethical practices
(20:49) - How Amazon leverages customer data to maintain competitive advantages
(25:17) - Amazon's interactions with the government and its public relations strategy
(29:28) - Amazon's ethical practices and the real-world impacts
(32:00) - Amazon’s use of algorithms like Project Nessie to manipulate market pricing
(36:28) - Corey critiques Amazon’s internal product strategies
(38:29) - Amazon’s market dominance across various sectors
(40:57) - Antitrust enforcement and their effects on modern digital monopolies
(44:04) - Potential critical responses from Amazon insiders about Dana’s book
(45:50) - Closing thoughts and where to find Dana
About Dana:
Dana Mattioli is a Wall Street Journal reporter based in New York, focusing on Amazon's business practices, market power, and antitrust issues. She authored "The Everything War: Amazon’s Ruthless Quest to Own the World and Remake Corporate Power" and was a 2020 Pulitzer Prize finalist for her investigative work on Amazon. Dana won the 2021 Gerald Loeb Award for Beat Reporting and the WERT Prize for business journalism. Previously, she covered mergers & acquisitions, including Pfizer’s $150 billion Allergan deal and the Dow-DuPont merger, which won a Gerald Loeb Award in 2016. Dana began her career at the Journal in 2006 after graduating from American University with degrees in journalism and literature.
Links referenced:Dana’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-mattioli-7b09779/
Dana’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanaMattioli
Dana’s Book, The Everything War: Amazon's Ruthless Quest to Own the World and Remake Corporate Power: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-everything-war-amazon-s-ruthless-quest-to-own-the-world-and-remake-corporate-power-dana-mattioli/20335592
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In this episode of Screaming in the Cloud, Corey Quinn is joined by Rachel Stephens, a Senior Analyst at RedMonk, for an engaging conversation about the profound impact of AI on software development. Rachel provides her expert insights on programming language trends and the shifts in the tech landscape driven by AI. They look into how AI has reshaped coding practices by automating mundane tasks and offering real-time assistance, altering how developers work. Furthermore, Corey and Rachel examine the economic and practical challenges of incorporating AI into business operations, aiming to strip away the hype and highlight AI technology’s capabilities and constraints.
Show Highlights:
(00:00) - Introducing Rachel Stephens, Senior Analyst at RedMonk
(00:28) - The Humorous Nemesis Backstory
(03:42) - AI, focusing on its broad impact and current trends in technology
(04:54) - Corey discusses practical applications of AI in his work
(06:00) - Rachel discusses how AI tools have revolutionized her workflow
(08:12) - RedMonk's approach to tracking language rankings
(10:29) - Public vs. Internal Use of Programming Languages
(13:09) - Rachel and Corey discuss how AI coding assistants are improving coding consistency and efficiency
(15:55) - Corey challenges the purpose of language rankings
(20:51) - AI tools affecting traditional data sources like Stack Overflow
(26:28) - The challenges of measuring productivity in the AI era
(29:21) - The macroeconomic impacts on tech employment and the role of AI in workforce management
(36:33) - Rachel and Corey share their personal uses and preferences for AI tools
(39:25) - Closing Remarks and where to reach Rachel
About Rachel:Rachel Stephens is a Senior Analyst with RedMonk, a developer-focused industry analyst firm. She focuses on helping clients understand and contextualize technology adoption trends, particularly from the lens of the practitioner. Her research covers a broad range of developer and infrastructure products., Rachel Stephens is a Senior Analyst with RedMonk, a developer-focused industry analyst firm. She focuses on helping clients understand and contextualize technology adoption trends, particularly from the lens of the practitioner. Her research covers a broad range of developer and infrastructure products.
Links Referenced:
RedMonk: https://redmonk.com/
Rachel Stephens LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelstephens/
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On this Featured Guest episode of Screaming in the Cloud, Corey is joined by Sandy Bird, Co-Founder and CTO of Sonrai Security. The two discuss the current state of cloud permissions security, and Sandy details the company’s breakthrough Cloud Permissions Firewall which promises fast and scalable cloud least privilege all with one click. Corey and Sandy also talk about bunk AWS tools in this space, the insanely high “zombie” population in the cloud, and how Sonrai works for companies of all sizes.
Highlights:
(00:00) Welcome to Screaming in the Cloud with Corey Quinn
(00:50) Sponsored Ad(01:32) Exploring Sonrai Security's Mission and Challenges
(03:38) Introducing the Cloud Permissions Firewall Concept
(05:59) Comparing Cloud Providers' Permissions Models
(09:49) Sponsored Ad
(10:12) Addressing the Zombie Identity Problem(16:44) Scaling Solutions for Different Company Sizes
(20:10) Navigating Cloud Security Challenges
(23:38) Innovative Approaches to Permission Management
(25:27) Optimizing Permission Requests with Statistics
(27:04) Improving Cloud Security with Permissions on Demand
(35:15) Concluding Thoughts and Contact
About Sandy:
Sandy Bird is the co-founder and CTO of Sonrai Security, helping enterprises protect their data by securing cloud identities and access. Sandy was the co-founder and CTO of Q1 Labs, which was acquired by IBM in 2011. At IBM, Sandy became the CTO for the global security business and worked closely with research, development, marketing and sales to develop new and innovative solutions to help the IBM Security business grow to ~$2B in annual revenue. He is a trusted and experienced cloud security expert.
Links referenced:
Sonrai Security Website: https://sonrai.co/screaming-cloud
Free 14-Day Trial: https://sonrai.co/screaming-trial
Sandy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandy-bird-835b5576/
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In this episode of Screaming In The Cloud, we're joined by Nancy Wang, Venture Partner at Felicis Ventures, who discusses her exciting career shift from AWS to venture capital. Nancy shares the role of a venture partner and her focus on investing in infrastructure, platforms, and security from an operational perspective. Corey and Nancy talk about primary investment and the impact of market trend cycles on venture capital. Nancy’s work with the U.S. State Department is also highlighted in this episode, which promotes global entrepreneurship, especially for women in challenging environments.
Show Highlights
(00:00) - Introduction
(02:00) - What a venture partner does
(03:42) - Nancy shares how she differentiates herself in her role and experience
(07:07) - Insights on selecting companies to invest In
(09:18) - The differences between working at Amazon vs. the VC and startup world
(12:09) - Investing in infrastructure and security startups
(17:09) - The balance between supporting established services and investing In new
(19:18) - Exploring how different sectors influence venture capital investments
(23:50) - AI and current investment trends in shaping venture capital decisions
(26:06) - Timing of investments, and the concept of 'entry points' for success
(27:22) - Nancy shares her work with the state department
(30:44) - Closing thoughts and where to find Nancy
About Nancy:
Nancy is a product & engineering executive, advisor, and investor with significant experience in cloud computing, cybersecurity, and SaaS. Nancy advises Fortune 10 companies on accelerating revenue growth, and she advises startups on attracting their first 100K enterprise customers. She is a Venture Partner with Felicis Ventures, where she invests in early-stage startups in cybersecurity, enterprise infrastructure, and B2B SaaS. Previously, Nancy was the Director of Product & Engineering and General Manager at Amazon Web Services, where she leads P&L, product, engineering, and design for its data protection and security businesses - and currently serves as the technical advisor to Commvault (NASDAQ: CVLT) on its Cyber Resilience Council. Prior to Amazon, she led SaaS product development at Rubrik, the fastest-growing enterprise software unicorn, and built healthdata.gov for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Excited to advance more women into technical roles, Nancy is the founder & board chair of Advancing Women in Tech, a global 501(c)(3) nonprofit that has already informed and educated 35,000 Coursera learners worldwide on how to get their first, or next, tech leadership role and partners with the U.S. State Department.
Nancy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wangnancy/Felicis Venture’s Website: https://www.felicis.com/
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This episode features Anil Dash, VP of Developer Experience at Fastly, who returns to the podcast to share the integration of Glitch within Fastly post-acquisition. Anil shares how Glitch has continued flourishing under Fastly's umbrella, highlighting both platforms’ seamless acquisition and mutual growth. Anil shares the technical and cultural collaboration that has allowed Glitch to maintain its identity and mission while contributing to Fastly's broader goals. The episode highlights the power of community in tech, the importance of maintaining core values in mergers and acquisitions, and the advancements both Glitch and Fastly are making in the developer space.
Show Highlights:
(00:00) - Introduction.(01:59) - Glitch's role within Fastly's infrastructure and services.
(02:16) - Comparison of AWS and Glitch’s approach to community building.
(05:40) - Anil’s ongoing enthusiasm for Glitch beyond typical post-acquisition experiences.
(08:53) - Fastly’s unique capabilities and impact on the internet.
(14:35) - Fastly’s technical infrastructure and its performance advantages.
(20:42) - WebAssembly’s implementation and significance at Fastly.
(23:59) - Comparison of Glitch and Fastly’s developer engagement and pricing models
(25:18) - Ethical responsibilities and building a healthy tech ecosystem are important.
(27:50) - Importance of creating lasting and sustainable technologies.
(30:24) - Anil discusses Fastly's work culture and its influence on employee innovation and engagement.
(34:26) - Anil discusses Glitch's thriving post-acquisition integration into Fastly.
(38:26) - The critical role of Fastly's infrastructure in supporting major open-source platforms and decentralized networks.
(39:26) - Closing remarks and where to find more about Anil’s work.
About Anil:
Anil Dash is the vice president of developer experience at Fastly, where he leads the team behind Glitch, the friendly developer community where coders have collaborated to create and share millions of web apps. Anil advises startups and nonprofits, including Medium and the Lower East Side Girls Club. An accomplished writer and artist, Dash has contributed to Wired and The Atlantic and collaborated with Lin-Manuel Miranda on one of the most popular Spotify playlists in 2018.
Links referenced:
Anil’s Personal Website: https://www.anildash.com/
Glitch’s website: https://preview.glitch.com/
Sponsor:Panoptica Academy: https://panoptica.app/lastweekinaws
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This episode of Screaming in the Cloud focuses on keeping critical data safe and organized, especially when there's a lot of it. Pranava Adduri, the CEO of Bedrock Security, shares the tools and methods Bedrock uses to help other businesses protect their essential information. They discuss how new technologies like AI can help manage vast amounts of data and ensure only the right people can access it.
About Pranava:Pranava has worked in data protection and security for more than a decade. Before becoming an Entrepreneur In Residence at Greylock Partners in 2020, he was a Software Development Manager for AWS, where he worked with Fortune 500 CISOs to develop innovative products for data risk and compliance. Before that, he was a founding engineer at Rubrik, a SaaS data protection platform. Pranava graduated magna cum laude from the University of California, Berkeley with a triple-major B.S. in Computer Science, Industrial Engineering and Operations Research, and Economics, then obtained an M.S. from Berkeley in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research.
Show highlights:(00:00) - Introduction
(01:36) - Overview of Bedrock Security's solutions for large-scale data protection
(03:04) - The importance of data classification and access control was discussed
(04:47) - Exploring the limitations of current data governance
(05:22) - Pranava details how data is managed in cloud environments
(09:39) - Evolving strategies in data lake management and data volume growth
(12:36) - Impact of generative AI on data creation and the need for retention
(15:50) - Discussion on cost-effective data management solutions
(23:45) - The role of AI in enhancing data security measures at Bedrock
(25:42) - How customer feedback shapes Bedrock’s AI security technology
(27:19) - The growing necessity for sophisticated data security systems
(29:22) - Upcoming events and where to find more about Bedrock Security and Pranava
Links:
Bedrock Security: https://www.bedrock.security/
Bedrock Security X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/bedrocksec
Bedrock Security LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bedrocksec/
Pranava’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/padduri/
Pranava’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/thenava?lang=en
Innovation Sandbox 2024: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240402284910/en/Bedrock-Security-Named-RSA-Conference-2024-Innovation-Sandbox-FinalistSponsor
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This episode of Screaming in the Cloud features Katie Reese, an experienced events producer at Tailscale, who walks us through the ins and outs of event marketing within the tech industry. Katie shares insights on effective swag management and event planning to create memorable experiences that drive product adoption. Additionally, Katie and Corey discuss the challenges and strategies of marketing in a post-pandemic, budget-conscious world and explore how remote-first companies have adapted to these changes.
Show Highlights:
00:00 - Intro
00:19 - Welcome Katie Reese, discussing life in sunny Mexico City and her work at Tailscale
03:03 - How Tailscale's product-led growth feels like magic
05:08 - Success stories from the Tailscale Up conference
06:25 - Event strategies in the post-pandemic, budget-conscious era
09:04 - The benefits of remote-first companies and changes in the event landscape
10:36 - Katie's career journey and the value of networking at events
14:34 - The thoughtful approach to swag and reducing event waste
20:14 - How bad marketing can ruin customer interactions
25:40 - Ensuring swag runs out at the right time at conferences
28:10 - Discussion on ethical event practices and avoiding waste
32:04 - Closing thoughts and where to find Katie onlineAbout Katie:
Katie leads field events at Tailscale and, when she is not traveling, splits her time between small-town Tennessee and Mexico City because it's all about balance.
Links referenced:
*Tailscale: https://tailscale.com/
*Katie's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-reese/
*Katie’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/katiereese317?lang=enSponsor
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In this episode, Corey chats with Google's Nick Eberts about how Kubernetes helps manage applications across different cloud environments. They cover the benefits and challenges of using Kubernetes, especially in Google's cloud (GKE), and discuss its role in making applications more flexible and scalable. The conversation also touches on how Kubernetes supports a multi-cloud approach, simplifies the deployment process, and can potentially save costs while avoiding being tied down to one cloud provider. They wrap up by talking about best practices in cloud infrastructure and the future of cloud-native technologies.
Show Highlights:(00:00) - Introduction to the episode
(03:28) - Google Cloud's approach to egress charges and its impact on Kubernetes
(04:33) - Data transfer costs and Kubernetes' verbose telemetry
(07:23) - The nature of Kubernetes and its relationship with cloud-native principles.
(11:14) - Challenges Nick faced managing a Kubernetes cluster in a home lab setting
(13:25) - Simplifying Kubernetes with Google's Fleets
(17:34) - Introduction to GKE Fleets for managing Kubernetes clusters
(20:39) - Building Kubernetes-like systems for complex application portfolios
(24:06) - Internal company platforms and the utility of Kubernetes for CI/CD
(27:49) - Challenges and strategies of updating old systems for today's cloud environment
(32:43) - The dividing line between Kubernetes and GKE from a product perspective.
(35:07) - Where to find Nick
(36:48) - Closing remarks
About Nick:Nick is an absolute geek who would prefer to spend his time building systems, but he has succumbed to capitalism and moved into product management at Google. For the last 20 years, he has worked as a systems engineer, solution architect, and outbound product manager. He is currently the product manager for GKE Fleets & Teams, focusing on multi-cluster capabilities that streamline GCP customers' experience while building platforms on GKE.
Duck Bill Group's website:http://www.duckbillgroup.com Nick on Twitter/X : @nicholasebertsNicholas Eberts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neberts1/Nick on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholaseberts/
Links referenced:
Panoptica Academy: https://panoptica.app/lastweekinaws
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Xe Iaso, the Senior Technophilosopher at Fly.io, joins Corey to explore the world of unconventional thinking in technology. They discuss the magic of embracing bad ideas as stepping stones to innovation, the simplicity and power of deploying applications globally with a single command, and the humorous yet insightful take on using old tech in new, imaginative ways. Along the way, they tackle the importance of clear communication in tech, the challenges and rewards of making technology accessible, and how to creatively navigate the tech industry's evolving landscape. Join us for an enlightening conversation that challenges the conventional path to tech success.
Show Highlights:
(00:00) - Intro
(02:08) - The ease of deploying apps across data centers with Fly.io
(04:33) - From Python to Go, Xe shares their programming journey
(07:26) - Using S3 as a message queue for cross AZ data transfer
(10:57) - How unconventional ideas can lead to tech breakthroughs
(14:50) - The dangers of being too close to a product and the importance of a broader perspective
(19:15) - The challenge of making complex tech accessible to newcomers
(23:40) - Voice Coding in tech
(28:33) - The pioneering tech developments driven by the adult entertainment industry
(31:22) - The ethical implications and personal impacts of AI in creative fields
(36:22) - Xe's multi-faceted approach to creativity and tech
(38:55) - Closing remarks
About Xe Iaso
I'm Xe Iaso, a technical educator, twitch streamer, vtuber, and philosopher that focuses on ways to help make technology easier to understand and do cursed things in the process. I live in Ottawa with my husband and I do developer relations professionally. I am an avid writer for my blog xeiaso.net, where I have over 400 articles. I regularly experiment with new technologies and find ways to mash them up with old technologies for my own amusement.
Fly.io: https://fly.ioXe Iaso's Blog: https://xeiaso.net
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Corey sits down with Alyssa Miller, the CISO at Epic Global, for a discussion that cuts through the noise of the technology world in this episode of Screaming in The Cloud. Alyssa celebrates her personal journey to becoming a licensed pilot and invaluable insights into the current state and future of AI, cloud computing, and security. This episode ventures beyond the typical tech hype, offering a critical look at the realities of AI, the strategic considerations behind cloud computing at Epic Global, and the importance of explainability in AI within regulated industries. Additionally, Alyssa and Corey highlight the cyclical nature of tech hype, the misconceptions surrounding AI's capabilities, and the impact of startup culture on genuine innovation.
Show Highlights:
(00:00) Introduction(01:33) Corey celebrates Alyssa Miller getting her general aviation license.
(04:10) Considerations of cloud computing at Epic Global.
(06:45) The hype and reality of AI in today's tech landscape.
(11:49) Alyssa on the importance of explainability in AI within regulated industries.
(14:21) Debunking myths about AI surpassing human intelligence.
(19:30) The cyclical nature of tech hype, exemplified by blockchain and AI.
(24:58) Critique of startup culture and its influence on technology adoption.
(29:01) Alyssa and Corey discuss how tech trends often fail to meet their initial hype.
(31:57) Where to find Alyssa Miller online for more insights.
About Alyssa:Alyssa directs the security strategy for S&P Global Ratings as Business Information Security Officer (BISO), connecting corporate security objectives to business initiatives. Additionally, she shares her message about evolving the way people think about and approach security, privacy and trust through speaking engagements at various conferences and other events. When not engaged in security research and advocacy, she is also an accomplished soccer referee, guitarist and photographer.
Alyssa Miller’s LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssam-infosec/Epic Global's Website: https://www.epiqglobal.com/en-usAlyssa’s Aviation Journey: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alyssam-infosec_i-landed-at-ohare-kord-in-my-cherokee-activity-7079088781575811074-ZsSx?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
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This week on Screaming in the Cloud, Corey is joined by good friend and colleague, Charity Majors. Charity is the CTO and Co-founder of Honeycomb.io, the widely popular observability platform. Corey and Charity discuss the ins and outs of observability 1.0 vs. 2.0, why you should never underestimate the power of software to get worse over time, and the hidden costs of observability that could be plaguing your monthly bill right now. The pair also shares secrets on why speeches get better the more you give them and the basic role they hope AI plays in the future of computing. Check it out!
Show Highlights:(00:00 - Reuniting with Charity Majors: A Warm Welcome
(03:47) - Navigating the Observability Landscape: From 1.0 to 2.0
(04:19) - The Evolution of Observability and Its Impact
(05:46) - The Technical and Cultural Shift to Observability 2.0
(10:34) - The Log Dilemma: Balancing Cost and Utility
(15:21) - The Cost Crisis in Observability
(22:39) - The Future of Observability and AI's Role
(26:41) - The Challenge of Modern Observability Tools
(29:05) - Simplifying Observability for the Modern Developer
(30:42) - Final Thoughts and Where to Find More
About CharityCharity is an ops engineer and accidental startup founder at honeycomb.io. Before this she worked at Parse, Facebook, and Linden Lab on infrastructure and developer tools, and always seemed to wind up running the databases. She is the co-author of O'Reilly's Database Reliability Engineering, and loves free speech, free software, and single malt scotch.
Links:
https://charity.wtf/Honeycomb Blog: https://www.honeycomb.io/blogTwitter: @mipsytipsy -
On this week’s episode of Screaming in the Cloud, Corey is joined by Kristi Perreault. Given Kristi’s title of AWS Serverless Hero, Corey and Kristi discuss the origins and current state of the serverless world, the similarities between AI and serverless as the tech world moves into this next era, and why she emphasizes that serverless is not always the right solution for every issue. Kristi also opens up about her role as Principal Software Engineer at Liberty Mutual, and what she enjoys most about jet setting around the globe giving speeches.
Highlights:
(00:00) - Introducing Kristi Perreault
(00:39) - The Unconventional Path to Becoming an AWS Serverless Hero
(05:05) - Exploring the Boundaries of Cloud Education
(10:53) - The Challenges of Keeping Up with Rapid Tech Changes
(11:51) - Redefining Serverless: Beyond the Hype
(13:12) - The Evolution of Serverless and Its Impact
(21:55) - Staying Grounded Amidst Technological Zealotry
(27:18) - Python Development in the Cloud
(29:31) - Upcoming Talks and Where to Connect with Kristi
About KristiKristi Perreault is an AWS Serverless Hero and a Principal Software Engineer at Liberty Mutual Insurance, where her focus is serverless-first cloud enablement. She has over 5 years of industry experience, holds an M.S. in Electrical & Computer Engineering, and is very passionate about promoting women in technology. She is an established speaker, appearing in over 35 conferences, podcasts, panels, and more. Kristi founded the Serverless Denver meetup, and currently co-organizes the Portsmouth, NH AWS User Group and CDK Day. Outside of work and the serverless tech space, Kristi can be found reading a good book in her tiny home, enjoying a good poke bowl, or jet setting all over the world.
Links:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristi-perreault/Twitter: @kperreault95AWS Portsmouth User Group: https://www.meetup.com/aws-portsmouth-user-group/AWS Usergroup Belfast: https://www.meetup.com/aws-usergroup-belfast/ -
George Porter, a computer science professor at the University of California, San Diego, talks to us about advanced networking and the effects of computing on the environment In this episode of Screaming in the cloud. George explores the shift towards optical networking in data centers to meet growing bandwidth needs and discusses the significant carbon footprint associated with computing, from data centers to device production. In addition to providing a look into the future of scalable, sustainable computing systems, George mentions the difficulties and benefits of incorporating cloud computing into academic research.
Show Highlights:
(00:00) - Introduction
(03:15) - The Shift to Optical Networking
(07:50) - The Efficiency of Cloud Networks
(12:06) - Adaptable Networks for Different Uses
(16:19) - Reducing Computing's Carbon Footprint
(20:25) - Highlighting Computing's Environmental Impact Through Art
(26:51) - Cloud Computing Challenges in Academia
(31:18) - The benefits of cloud computing for academic research
(34:14) - Closing thoughts
About George:
A Computer Science Professor at UC San Diego focusing on high-performance and sustainable computer systemsLinks:
Center for Network Systems at UCSD: https://cns.ucsd.edu/Low Carbon Computing and Collaboration with the University of San Diego: https://c3lab.net/ -
Join Corey Quinn and MinIO's co-founder and CEO, AB Periasamy, for a look into MinIO's strategic approach to integrating open-source contributions with its business objectives amidst the AI evolution. They discuss the effect of AI on data management, highlight the critical role of data replication, and advocate for the adoption of cloud-native architecture. Their conversation examines the insights of data replication, mentioning its pivotal role in ensuring efficient data management and storage. Overall, a recurring theme throughout the episode is the importance of simplifying technology to catalyze a broader understanding and utilization that can remain accessible and beneficial to all.
Show Highlights:
(00:00) - Intro(03:40) - MinIO's evolution and commitment to simplicity and scalability.
(07:25) - The significance of data replication and object storage's versatility.
(12:12) - Challenges and innovations in data backup and disaster recovery.
(15:21) - Launch of MinIO's Enterprise Object Store and its comprehensive features.
(20:50) - Balancing open-source contributions and commercial objectives.(30:32) - AI's growing influence on data storage strategies and MinIO's role.
(34:33) - The shift towards software-defined data infrastructure driven by AI and cloud technologies.
(39:40) - Resources and the future of tech
(43:31) - Closing thoughts
About A.B Periasamy:
AB Periasamy is the CEO and co-founder of MinIO. One of the leading thinkers and technologists in the open source software movement, AB was a co-founder and CTO of GlusterFS which was acquired by RedHat in 2011. Following the acquisition, he served in the office of the CTO at RedHat prior to founding MinIO in late 2015. AB is an active angel investor and serves on the board of H2O.ai and the Free Software Foundation of India. He earned his BE in Computer Science and Engineering from Annamalai University.
Links:
MinIO: https://min.io/Kubernetes:https://kubernetes.io/AWS (Amazon Web Services): https://aws.amazon.com/Twitter: @abperiasamy -
Corey Quinn is joined by HumblePod CEO Chris Hill to dissect Chris's debut experience at AWS re:Invent. Together, they tackle the challenges of attending one of the biggest conferences in the IT industry, discussing its immense reach, logistical hurdles, and invaluable insights for anyone considering attending in the future. Beyond the event itself, Chris provides an intimate glimpse into the crucial behind-the-scenes efforts involved in producing exceptional content amid the chaos of AWS re:Invent, emphasizing the importance of kindness, professionalism, and superior audio quality. Discover how partnering with an experienced podcast production team can elevate any content to new heights of polish and engagement.
Full Description / Show Notes
(00:00) - Introduction to the Episode
(01:25) - Chris's First Impressions of AWS re:Invent
(02:09) - The Surprising Scale of AWS re:Invent
(04:13) - Lessons Learned and Things Chris Would Do Differently at Future AWS re:Invent Events
(07:52) - Balancing Content Creation, Networking, and Professionalism Under Stress
(13:42) - Chris and Corey’s Humorous Encounters with Security While Filming at AWS re:Invent
(15:35) - Exploring AWS Services and Billing Surprises
(21:12) - Significance of Professional Podcast Production
(25:04) - Closing Thoughts & HumblePod Contact Information
(26:19) - Closing Thoughts
About Chris:Chris Hill is a Knoxville, TN native and owner of the podcast production company, HumblePod. He helps his customers create, develop, and produce podcasts and is working with clients in Knoxville as well as startups and entrepreneurs across the United States, Silicon Valley, and the world.In addition to producing podcasts for nationally-recognized thought leaders, Chris is the co-host and producer of the award-winning Our Humble Beer Podcast.
He also lectures at the University of Tennessee, where he leads non-credit courses on podcasts and marketing. He received his undergraduate degree in business at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga where he majored in Marketing & Entrepreneurship, and he later received his MBA from King University.
Chris currently serves his community as the President of the American Marketing Association in Knoxville. In his spare time, he enjoys hanging out with the local craft beer community, international travel, exploring the great outdoors, and his many creative pursuits.
Links:
HumblePod: https://www.humblepod.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HumblePod LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisdhill1/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechristopholiesWBTB TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@webuiltthisbrand HumblePod IG: https://www.instagram.com/humblepod/?hl=en - Mostrar más
