Best Viktor Farcic Podcasts (2024)

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DOP 275: Managing Modern Infrastructure with GitOps 42:28

1h ago42:28

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#275: In the constantly evolving landscape of technology, embracing new methodologies can significantly enhance our system management capabilities. One such methodology that has risen to prominence is GitOps. This practice enhances the declarative nature of infrastructure management, aiming to increase efficiency and reliability. In this episode, w…

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DOP 274: What Is the XY Problem? 29:47

31m ago29:47

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#274: When we talk about problems in the tech space, one recurring issue is what we call the "XY problem", where understanding the root cause of a problem is crucial for crafting an effective solution. In this episode, Darin and Viktor explore what the XY problem is, why it happens, and how we can mitigate it to create better outcomes for everyone …

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DOP 273: Adapting Three Tier Architecture for Platform Engineering 46:05

22m ago46:05

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#273: Platform engineering plays a crucial role in modern software delivery. The platform engineering team is responsible for creating a development environment that is both productive and scalable. However, many platform engineers might not be familiar with foundational software design principles, and this can lead to inefficiencies and technical …

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Peter Stevens, Author of The Illustrated Guide to Scrum: Scrum Explained Through Infographics 57:32

3h ago57:32

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Peter Stevens is the author of the Leanpub book The Illustrated Guide to Scrum: Scrum Explained Through Infographics. In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Peter about his background and career, manufacturing innovations and what it means to be a “Musk” company, Scrum, and about his approach to writing and illustrating for profes…

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DOP 272: How To Become a Speaker at Conferences 49:17

10d ago49:17

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#272: Public speaking, especially at conferences, can be a daunting task. The fear of failing, the pressure of performing in front of peers, and the challenges of preparation can make even the most confident individuals second-guess themselves. In this episode, Darin and Viktor offer practical advice for aspiring conference speakers. Today's sponso…

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Leo Tam, Author of Truth Engine: Applying AI to Investing 39:44

23h ago39:44

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Leo Tam is the author of Truth Engine: Applying AI to Investing. In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Leo about his background and career, his academic research and his time working at NVIDA, the deep applications of AI in investing, and about his writing process.This interview was recorded on June 17, 2024.The full audio for th…

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DOP 271: Solving Real Problems in Platform Engineering 43:55

29d ago43:55

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#271: Platform engineering has traditionally centered around technological excellence. From building robust Kubernetes clusters to implementing intricate CI/CD pipelines, the emphasis has been on mastering the technical aspects. However, as the industry matures, there's a growing realization that technological prowess alone isn't enough. In this ep…

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Stephan Schmidt, Author of Amazing CTO: The Missing Manual for Managing 41:03

30d ago41:03

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Stephan Schmidt is the author of the Leanpub book Amazing CTO: The Missing Manual for Managing. In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Stephan about his background and career, his book and the challenges of being a CTO, and how to prepare for and thrive in that role, and also about his writing process.This interview was recorded o…

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DOP 270: Why Should a Developer Consider Using Devbox from Jetify? 39:48

15d ago39:48

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#270: In the ever-evolving world of software development, getting a new machine up and running can be an time consuming process. The journey from unboxing to being fully operational has undergone significant transformations over the years, with each phase offering its own solutions and challenges. In this episode, Darin and Viktor talk about their …

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The role of documentation in a niche field - Conversation with Daria Lutchenko 1:12:13

1M ago1:12:13

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A research-heavy field can be difficult to navigate for the layperson. In this case, documentation is an invaluable bridge connecting services and customers. In this episode, Daria Lutchenko (UP42) explains the value of concise and coherent documentation that allows providers to keep up their end of the “social contract”.…

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DOP 269: Using Human Centered Computing in Platform Engineering 44:13

28d ago44:13

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#269: As developers, when we begin writing applications, the focus is often on the code itself. But what if we prioritized the user from the very beginning? This is where human-centered computing comes in. It's about placing the user at the heart of the development process, not merely making assumptions but actually going out and talking to them to…

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Philip Gannon, Author of Become a Senior Developer 29:24

1M ago29:24

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Philip Gannon is the author of the Leanpub book Become a Senior Developer: A concise guide to succeeding as a Senior Software Developer. In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Philip about his background and career, how he first got interested in technology, his book and the challenges faced by developers when they get promoted to…

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DOP 268: What Is Kubernetes Used For? 37:17

24d ago37:17

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#268: Kubernetes has become the de facto standard for container orchestration, but its true strength lies in its API. Today, containers are prevalent, but tomorrow we might be dealing with a completely different runtime. The Kubernetes API, with its robust and flexible design, is poised to support these transitions seamlessly. In this episode, Dari…

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‘A system is more than a sum of its parts’ - discussion with Stefan Verstraeten 58:04

1M ago58:04

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How can one ensure that their business remains sustainable? What are the key principles of value-based selling? Is it possible to create a fair distribution of value? In this episode, Stefan Verstraeten (Head of Value at TomTom) discusses these questions, and explains how complexity science as a mental model can help to better understand the way th…

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DOP 267: To Fork or Not To Fork 45:20

2M ago45:20

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#267: In the fast-paced world of Kubernetes development, ensuring the reliability and effectiveness of applications is crucial. End-to-end testing plays a vital role in detecting bugs, ensuring proper functionality, and maintaining the overall quality of Kubernetes resources. But what happens when existing testing tools fall short of meeting the ev…

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APIs as Utilities - Conversation with Alicia Miller and Joshua Markham 50:53

2M ago50:53

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APIs are undergoing a transformative shift, and the mindset surrounding APIs is also evolving. In this episode, Kristof Van Tomme is joined by Alicia Miller and Joshua Markham (Verizon), and they explore the concept of APIs as utilities, what it means to approach APIs with a utility mindset, as well as the future of applications in the age of LLMs.…

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DOP 266: The Evolution of Data Structure Languages 37:51

2M ago37:51

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#266: The tech industry has witnessed an explosion of new configuration languages that are reshaping the way we manage data structures and generate configuration files. From traditional formats like JSON and YAML to newer languages like Pkl, CUE, and KCL, the landscape of configuration languages is constantly evolving to meet the demands of modern …

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DOP 265: The Impact of Kubernetes and GitOps on the Tech Landscape 50:47

2M ago50:47

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#265: The worlds of Kubernetes and GitOps are constantly evolving, each iteration bringing us closer to a more streamlined, efficient, and powerful way of managing and deploying our software architectures. Kubernetes has become the cornerstone of container orchestration, offering an unmatched level of flexibility and scalability. Meanwhile, GitOps …

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DOP 264: Navigating the Changing Landscape of Open Source 39:33

2M ago39:33

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#264: In recent years, the very definition of open source has been subject to scrutiny and reinterpretation. Where once open source projects were largely managed and maintained by individuals or small groups for passion or as a hobby, today, they are at the forefront of business, technology, and innovation. The world's dependence on open-source sof…

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Phil Sturgeon, Author of Surviving Other People's APIs 59:20

2M ago59:20

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Phil Sturgeon is the author of the Leanpub book Surviving Other People’s APIs. In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Phil about what he’s been up to since he was last on the podcast, co-founding the environmental charity Protect Earth, and his latest book, Surviving Other People’s APIs.This interview was recorded on May 23, 2024.…

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Constructive criticality: the intersection of residuality theory and business strategy - Discussion with Barry O’Reilly 1:11:04

2M ago1:11:04

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The key to successful architecture isn’t the beautiful design with the perfect abstractions; it is more about knowing what can go wrong and where the fragile areas are. In this episode, Barry O’Reilly (Founder at Black Tulip Technology) shares his experience as an architect with Kristof Van Tomme and points out how residuality theory can help us be…

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DOP 263: Navigating the Complex Path to Becoming a DevOps Architect 47:58

3M ago47:58

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#263: In an era where technology is evolving at an unprecedented rate, the role of a DevOps architect has become increasingly significant. This career path is not just about overseeing development and operations. It involves a deeper understanding of the entire system, requiring a unique blend of experience across development, operations, and beyon…

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DOP 262: Rethinking Project Success The Iterative Way 38:08

3M ago38:08

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#262: In the ever-evolving world of software development and IT infrastructure, striking the right balance between ambition and realistic expectations is a common challenge. This balance becomes even more precarious when dealing with the development and implementation of projects, be it in a Greenfield scenario or maintaining and upgrading existing…

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DOP 261: Visionary Views on Internal Developer Platforms and Portals with Port 41:09

3M ago41:09

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#261: The future of developer portals is one of seamless integration and intuitive operation. By bridging the gap between complex platforms and the developers who use them, portals can significantly enhance productivity and innovation. This vision aligns with the ethos of companies like Port, which emphasizes an open and adaptable approach to devel…

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Isaak Tsalicoglou, Author of The Incredible Story of Deft 1:10:55

3M ago1:10:55

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Isaak Tsalicoglou is the author of the Leanpub book The Incredible Story of Deft: What Nobody Told You About Business Hype (Lean, Agile, etc.). In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Isaak about his background and career, his books, how frameworks like Agile and Scrum can be corrupted, using Plato’s allegory of the cave to explain…

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DOP 260: Artificial Intelligence Will NOT Replace You. Devs Using AI Will. 36:53

4M ago36:53

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#260: In the fast-paced world of technology, advancements are constantly reshaping the way we work. As we strive to stay ahead of the curve, the debate between embracing innovation and resisting change becomes more relevant than ever. In this episode, Darin and Viktor talk about where they see how AI is being used now, as well as how it will be use…

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Barry O’Reilly, Author of Residues: Time, Change, and Uncertainty in Software Architecture 1:04:27

3M ago1:04:27

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Barry O’Reilly is the author of the Leanpub book Residues: Time, Change, and Uncertainty in Software Architecture. In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Barry about his background and career, Complexity Science and its connection to his fascinating concept of Residuality theory in the fields Software Architecture and Computer Sci…

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DOP 259: Reimagining The Terminal Experience with Wave Terminal 42:08

4M ago42:08

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#259: Terminals have been around for decades, serving as the backbone of many workflows and operations in the tech world. From managing servers to local file manipulation, terminals offer a direct line to the heart of computing. However, with the advent of graphical user interfaces (GUIs), the terminal's prominence has waned among the general user …

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Luca Minudel, Author of Succeed over difficult problems by embracing Complexity-Thinking 56:20

4M ago56:20

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Luca Minudel is the author of the Leanpub book Succeed over difficult problems by embracing Complexity-Thinking: Micro-guide to thriving in everyday complexity by breaking free from ordered and linear approaches. In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Luca about his professional background, the challenges of high-pressure work, wh…

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DOP 258: Reflections on Startup Infrastructure Choices 39:04

4M ago39:04

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#258: As startups journey through their growth phases, the choices made regarding technology infrastructure can significantly impact their agility, scalability, and ultimately, their success. In this episode, Darin and Viktor discuss a blog post from someone that leads infrastructure at a startup where he writes about the decisions that they made a…

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Viktor Farcic, Author of Crossplane: The Cloud Native Control Plane 41:21

4M ago41:21

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Viktor Farcic is the author of the Leanpub book Crossplane: The Cloud Native Control Plane. In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Viktor about what he’s been up to since his first appearance on the podcast, and his latest book, on Crossplane, explaining how using the service you create, for people in your company, a platform that…

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DOP 257: Scaling at Adobe: Kubernetes, Global Networking, and Platform Innovation 45:59

4M ago45:59

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#257: As the digital world continues to evolve, businesses and technology leaders find themselves at a critical inflection point, particularly when it comes to the deployment and management of infrastructure. The journey from traditional IT to cloud-native platforms has been significant, pushing the boundaries of innovation and efficiency. Yet, the…

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Marc Bless, Co-Author of Agile Games and Simulations: Field-tested games for Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches 55:37

4M ago55:37

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Marc Bless is co-author of the Leanpub book Agile Games and Simulations: Field-tested games for Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches. In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Marc about his background and career, his book, the nature and power of Agile games and simulations for improving team productivity, and his experience as a co-auth…

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DOP 256: KubeCon EU 2024 Review 41:04

4M ago41:04

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#256: KubeCon season has started again and in this episode, we give you our thoughts on KubeCon EU 2024, along with our friend Whitney Lee. Whitney's contact information: Twitter: https://twitter.com/wiggitywhitney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitneylee/ YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox Review the podcast on Apple Podcas…

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The technical and social contracts of APIs - Discussion with Marsh Gardiner 1:02:56

4M ago1:02:56

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The way we think about the future of APIs can take many different forms. In this episode, Marsh Gardiner and Kristof Van Tomme approach the subject from several angles. They discuss questions like: Why can we say that APIs are interface utilities? How does the network effect work? Can we call APIs infrastructure? Marsh's #APIFutures post: https://s…

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Paul Hammant and Luc Courage, Authors of Value Stream Mapping for Software Delivery Teams 1:10:22

4M ago1:10:22

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Paul Hammant and Luc Courage are the authors of the Leanpub book Value Stream Mapping for Software Delivery Teams. In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Paul and Luc about their backgrounds and careers, how they decided to collaborate on a book together, the history of manufacturing and the development of Value Stream Mapping, th…

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DOP 255: What Is Developer Observability? 48:51

5M ago48:51

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#255: In an era where software development and operations are increasingly converging, the need for effective and efficient observability tools has never been more critical. As systems grow in complexity and the lines between development and operations blur, the role of observability in understanding and managing these systems becomes more prominen…

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DOP 254: What Is Infrastructure As Code in DevOps? 35:35

5M ago35:35

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#254: When you first started out working with infrastructure, you probably used point and click to get your work done. Over time, you created scripts to replace some of that point and click work. But then, many infrastructure as code tools exploded on the market. You may have started working with one or two or you may have chosen to just keep doing…

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DOP 253: Deconstructing The Platform Engineering Maturity Model 48:54

5M ago48:54

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#253: As we move forward in 2024, one thing stands firm - platform engineering remains a significant focus for companies and has become a key component in the digital transformation journey. This realization drove the creation of the Platform Engineering Maturity Model, a comprehensive guide that serves organizations in various stages of their plat…

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DOP 252: How To Upgrade Kubernetes 27:07

5M ago27:07

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#252: In today's rapidly evolving technology landscape, it's crucial for organizations to keep their software stacks up-to-date. This is especially true for complex systems like Kubernetes, which require regular upgrades to ensure stability, security, and performance. In this episode, Darin and Viktor delve into the challenges of upgrading Kubernet…

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DOP 251: Demystifying Modern Message Brokers with Memphis.dev 37:21

6M ago37:21

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#251: We're becoming more and more dependent on sophisticated systems that transport data from one part of our application to another. This infrastructure, often referred to as message brokers, is a vital backbone supporting many products we use daily. But are we fully leveraging their power and simplicity? In this episode, we speak with Valera Bro…

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DOP 250: From Godfather of DevOps to Godfather of AI 54:36

6M ago54:36

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#250: Sure, we can use Generative AI to write code for us and generate cool pictures...sometimes. But who has the responsibility for making sure all that infrastructure stays up and running? Look no further than your favorite sysadmin or cloud engineer. There is nothing new under the sun... In this 250th episode, we have our friend Patrick Debois b…

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Boundaries and interfaces - Conversation with Koichi Shiroma 52:03

6M ago52:03

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In this episode, Koichi Shiroma (Principal Consultant) narrates his journey of how his team implemented an interface portal. With Kristof Van Tomme, they discuss what can be the business drivers for interface portals and what obstacles one has to overcome during the implementation. Resources: https://pronovix.com/articles/apis-are-interface-utiliti…

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DOP 249: How To Choose Between Open Source and Commercial Software 39:44

6M ago39:44

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#249: One of the prominent discussions in the software industry is the concept of 'build versus buy.' Often the argument focuses on creating a whole system from scratch or opting for pre-built solutions. But think about it. You never start from absolute zero. When you begin developing an application, it isn't devoid of pre-existing libraries or sys…

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DOP 248: How To Use ChatGPT for DevOps 34:12

6M ago34:12

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#248: When thinking about starting to learn a new technology, where do you start? Are you so busy at work that you're not able to spend any time learning something new? Are you concerned that when your company finally jumps on the AI bandwagon, will you be left behind? In this episode, Darin and Viktor talk about when and how you might want to star…

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Joaquim Torres, Author of Digital Transformation and Product Culture 46:37

6M ago46:37

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Joaquim Torres is the author of the Leanpub book Digital Transformation and Product Culture: How to put technology at the center of your company’s strategy. In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Joca about his background and career, managing digital transformations in different industries, including internet services, real estate…

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DOP 247: Navigating the Nuances of Developer Relations 54:11

7M ago54:11

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#247: What do you think of when I say “Developer Relations”? Is it a person that flys from conference to conference giving talks? Is it someone that is chasing you down to scan your badge in a booth? What if the answer to both of those questions is both yes and no? In this episode, we speak with Lian Li about the realities of developer relations an…

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Helene Gidley, Author of The Art of Agile Living 46:35

7M ago46:35

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Helene Gidley is the author of the Leanpub book The Art of Agile Living: A Simple And Powerful Approach To Tame Your Overwhelm. In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Helene about her background and career, how she gained expertise in Agile and how you can apply it to your day-to-day life to become more productive, her book, and h…

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DOP 246: How To Become a DevOps Architect in 2024 39:45

7M ago39:45

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#246: You may have been in the tech space for a number of years, but now you are ready to up-level and head down the path of being a DevOps Architect. However, you're not really sure where to begin. In this episode, Darin and Viktor give their opinions on where you should start and the two tools that you'll need to know how to use if you really wan…

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Wim Deblauwe, Author of Modern frontends with htmx 32:45

7M ago32:45

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Wim Deblauwe is the author of the Leanpub book Modern frontends with htmx: Use htmx with Spring Boot and Thymeleaf to build dynamic and interactive web applications. In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Wim about his background and career, his book, the revolutionary promise of htmx, a technology that redefines frontend developm…

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