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"Great Software People" is a cutting-edge podcast hosted by Richard Bundock, aimed at spotlighting people in the realm of software development. Recognising that software is as ubiquitous as sunlight, the podcast delves into the intriguing narratives and invaluable insights from industry veterans, covering a broad spectrum from historical analytical engines to futuristic quantum programming. The podcast specifically targets ex-developers who have now ascended into roles such as CTOs, Heads of ...
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How to Become a Pioneering Remote-First CTO with Wheel.io’s Jose Torres #16
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Industry-leading businesses now don’t come from anywhere… they come from everywhere. Remote-first companies are nothing new to Jose Torres, whose roles in software saw him embracing hybrid ways of working long before the world was forced into it. Now CTO at Wheel.io, his story can guide us all on building top class teams around the globe, and how y…
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Decoding the Tech Startup Blueprint with Likeminded Co-Founder & CTO, Stefan Anca #15
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What makes a tech startup shine? The unique nature of each startup demands empathetic leadership of a CTO, something which Stefan Anca exhibits in abundance, having Co-Founded the Berlin-based mental health platform, Likeminded. Join us as we learn from his invaluable experiences, evolving from mobile development through to a resilience-building Fo…
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The AI Revolution in Content Archival with Senior Manager, Library and Media Management at Asharq News, Kathey Battrick #14
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Among the industries being touched by AI, there’s an undercover revolution in content archival that’ll change the future of journalism. From her early start with British Pathe to her role as Senior Manager, Library and Media Management at Asharq News, Kathey Battrick has had a front row seat to watch media metadata evolve for the modern age. Join u…
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Tracing the Roots of Android’s Finest Engineers with Senior Android Engineer, Kunle Ogunjimi #13
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From humble beginnings come some of our industry’s greatest minds. Once curious about MATLAB, a young Kunle Ogunjimi’s curiosity bloomed into a fascinating software career! The lessons we stand to learn from his journey so far are plentiful, and in this episode of Great Software People we learn the art of guiding your early career path, adapting to…
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The Unexpected Journey from Webmaster to CTO with Learnerbly’s CTO and Angel Investor, Katherine Spice #12
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Once an aspiring civil engineer, Katherine Spice’s path has evolved so organically into a leadership journey with purpose. All of Katherine’s roles have exhibited social impact, and beyond her CTO position at Learnerbly she’s supporting female-founders as an angel investor. It’s a combination that gives her purpose-driven career a fascinating angle…
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Beating Burnout at Your Career Peak with Technical Leader and Consultant at T5 Digital, Gemma Cameron #11
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With career highlights spanning Co-op, LateRooms and the Eurofighter Typhoon it’s clear to see that Gemma Cameron’s carved an impressive career for herself. Of all the qualities that she exhibits, however, its being attuned to her wellbeing that’s become paramount as her technical leadership journey has evolved into her role at T5 Digital. Join us …
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The Bold Path of a Microsoft Advocate with Reynald Adolphe #10
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Reynald Adolphe’s career in software has been long and, with LinkedIn Learn & Microsoft among his roles, remarkably fruitful. Across such a journey, he’s seen the industry shift massively and pursued innovation from the moment he discovered his passion for technology. Now a Senior Developer Advocate, he shares the highlights and takeaways from a fa…
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Creating the Foundations of a Software Titan with R/GA’s SVP, Managing Director, Michael Olaye #9
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Michael Olaye’s career has seen him thrive across several roles in software, with a roster of clients reading like an all-star cast, from adidas to Playstation, EMI to BMW Group. With such a stellar route through the industry, he’s got a keen eye for innovation in all its evolving forms - learn more from Michael’s decades of insight, and how he car…
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Evolving Your Skillset in a Growing Industry with News UK Software Engineer, Moomba Muloba #8
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Junior roles in software can take you to some exceptional places - since his start with us at Cohaesus, Moomba Muloba has launched a career that sees him making waves at News UK. For those shifting through the early phases in their careers, this episode of Great Software People is packed with invaluable advice, and we learn how Moomba stays ahead o…
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From Homebrew Game Development to Becoming a Tech Tour de Force with Director, Product & Solutions Marketing at Acquia, Alan Botwright #7
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As a budding teenager, Alan Botwright coded level design on the Commodore 64’s Judge Dredd game. Decades later, he’s carved out a career in software with huge global impact. Alan’s story is packed with exciting anecdotes and unique insights alike - he joins us on Great Software People to share standout moments of innovation, his take on an AI-enabl…
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Why Boring is Better & Asking Stupid Questions with Technical Consultant, Des Holmes #6
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From an aspiring artist to a multitalented tech leader, Des Holmes’ path through software has seen him making his mark across the industry. He’s worked both within teams and as a consultant, offering a perspective uniquely brimming with breadth, and he shares a selection of his most valuable learnings in this week’s episode of Great Software People…
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Opening Cupboards to Build Your Software Career with Very Group’s Senior Solutions Architect, Daniel Portella #5
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This engaging episode of Great Software People follows the career journey of Daniel Portella, from his start in software development to becoming a Senior Solutions Architect. Gain insightful perspectives from Dan’s diverse experiences from working in Finance, Legal and Digital Media to his time as a Principal Developer and Architect. Dan shares fas…
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Connecting Storytellers in the Digital Age with Lead Research and Development Engineer at Sohonet, Daniel Beattie #4
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Rewriting the rulebook on how every major Hollywood distribution studio works behind the scenes is no small feat, and draws on decades of Daniel Beattie’s experiences. From early work with the likes of Channel 4 to the dizzying world of film titans like Netflix, Warner Bros and Pinewood, he takes us through the evolution of the software that’s beco…
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Beyond the Code: Mastering Career Agility in Software With Matt Nunn #3
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We sat down with Matt Nunn, Senior Solutions Architect at Amazon, to delve into the dynamic world of tech careers. From skill sets that go far beyond coding to harnessing the power of your network. Matt shares his experience of working with tech giants like Amazon and Microsoft, and provides practical advice for those looking to craft diverse and f…
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Developing Through the Ages with Factory 73’s Technical Director, Colin McMillan #2
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Colin McMillan’s career has seen him at the precipice since the web’s early years, placing him perfectly to observe the evolution of development through the ages. Progressing along his journey to become Technical Director for Glasgow-based Factory 73, Colin joins us on Great Software People as we delve into embedding culture, the irreplaceable valu…
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Unleashing the Speed: Exploring Software in Formula 1 with Alfonso Ferrandez #1
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In a sport where milliseconds are everything, Alfonso Ferrandez wrote one piece of software that saved not just seconds, but days… Decision making at the pinnacle of motorsport is essential, and while F1 teams were using Excel, Alfonso’s background was the catalyst for a revolution in his team. Alfonso shares his utterly fascinating, unique experie…
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