Best Rackspace Technology Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 154: From Code to Conscience: Crafting Responsible AI Solutions 39:58

1M ago39:58

39:58

This episode of Cloud Talk focuses on creating responsible AI solutions, featuring a panel of experts including Nirmal Ranganathan, Ram Viswanathan, and Joanne Flack, a legal advisor. The discussion covers Rackspace's approach to responsible AI, defined by three key elements: symbiotic (AI as a co-worker), sustainable (accessible and environmentall…

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Power and Responsibility of Large Language Models | Safety & Ethics | OpenAI Model Spec + RLHF | Anthropic Constitutional AI | Episode 27 16:38

26d ago16:38

16:38

With great power comes great responsibility. How do Open AI, Anthropic, and Meta implement safety and ethics? As large language models (LLMs) get larger, the potential for using them for nefarious purposes looms larger as well. Anthropic uses Constitutional AI, while OpenAI uses a model spec, combined with RLHF (Reinforcement Learning from Human Fe…

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Open Source AI Part 2 | Meta Llama | Mistral | How open is open source? | Episode 26 13:28

1M ago13:28

13:28

So what are notable Open Source Large Language models? In this episode, I cover Open Source models from Meta the parent company of Facebook, a French AI company called Mistral currently valued at $2B dollars, in addition to Microsoft and Apple. Not all Open Source models are equally open, so I’ll go into restrictions you’ll want to know before usin…

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Open Source AI Part 1: Why is it important? | Which is more dangerous for humanity: Open Source or Closed Source AI? | Episode 25 16:29

1M ago16:29

16:29

Why should you consider using an open source Large Language Model, and why are these models crucial to the generative AI ecosystem? In this episode, we'll explore why enterprises and entrepreneurs are turning to open source LLMs like Meta's Llama for their cost-effectiveness, control, privacy, and security benefits. We'll also tackle the hot topic …

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Anthropic's Claude chatbot | Benchmarking LLMs | LMSYS Leaderboard | Episode 24 10:35

2M ago10:35

10:35

In this solo episode, we go beyond Google's Gemini and OpenAI's ChatGPT to take a look at Anthropic, a startup that made headlines after securing a $4 billion investment from Amazon. We'll also dive into the importance of AI industry benchmarks. Learn about LMSYS's Arena Elo and MMLU (Measuring Massive Multitask Language Understanding), including h…

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Episode 153: Cloud Operations Decoded: A CTO Roundtable Discussion 35:21

2M ago35:21

35:21

Join Jeff DeVerter in an engaging episode of “Cloud Talk - CTO Roundtable edition” as he hosts a panel of esteemed cloud technology leaders to dissect the complexities and advancements in Modern Operations. This episode features Justin Kuss, VP of IT for platforms and shared services at Rackspace, alongside Travis and Simon, CTOs for public and pri…

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Exploring Multimodal AI: Why Google’s Gemini and OpenAI’s GPT-4o Chose This Path | ChatCAT and the Future of Interspecies Communication | Episode 23 10:00

2M ago10:00

10:00

The recent spring updates and demos by both Google (Gemini) and OpenAI (GPT-4o) feature prominently their multimodal capabilities. In this episode, we discuss the advantages of multimodal AI versus models focused on specific modalities such as language. Via the example of chatCAT, a hypothetical AI that helps owners understand their cats, we explor…

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Episode 152: AI and Code: The Future of Software Development - CTO Roundtable Edition 48:20

3M ago48:20

48:20

This episode of the Cloud Talk CTO Round Table podcast brings together some of the best minds in technology today to discuss the intersection of artificial intelligence and software development. The guests include three CTOs from Rackspace Technology, who share their insights on the benefits and challenges of AI code generation, the impact of AI on…

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Google Gemini Cheatsheet | Episode 22 7:11

2M ago7:11

7:11

Google recently announced, Gemini, a family of large-scale multimodal AI models: Nano, Pro, and Ultra. This podcast is a brief summary of Google's models, and the Open AI comparables e.g. GPT3, GPT4, and chatGPT. You can take Gemini for a spin at https://gemini.google.com. (Note: I am not sponsored by Google.) Long time listeners will probably noti…

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Episode 151: The Role of AI in API Security 38:20

3M ago38:20

38:20

In this episode of 'Cloud Talk', Jeff DeVerter interviews Jeremy Snyder, the founder and CEO of Firetail, a company that specializes in end-to-end API security. Jeremy discusses the evolution of Firetail, from its beginnings as an open-source code library for inline authentication and authorization checks for APIs, to its current platform that incl…

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Episode 150: The AI Odyssey: A Journey Through Neural Networks and Beyond 38:41

3M ago38:41

38:41

My conversation with Ronen Dar, Co-Founder and CTO of Run:ai, covered a lot of ground. Here is an outline of all that we covered: Neural Networks and AI: It began with an introduction to neural networks, explaining their role in AI development and how they simulate the human brain’s functions. GPUs in AI: The talk highlighted the crucial role of GP…

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Episode 149: Unleashing Creativity in the Cloud: Matt Cimaglia on Alteon's Modern Content Management 40:17

4M ago40:17

40:17

On this episode of Cloud Talk, Jeff DeVerter, Chief Technology Evangelist at Rackspace Technology, is joined by Matt Cimaglia, founder and CEO of Alteon, a pioneering online content management system designed for creators. In a world where content is king, managing and publishing digital media across multiple platforms has become increasingly compl…

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Reflecting on AI and a Special Announcement 9:11

5M ago9:11

9:11

Progress in AI technology has moved faster than our ability to leverage it for the many ways in which it can create value. In this episode, Yadin looks back on the past CIO Exchange episodes focused on AI, and shares a special announcement. --------- Timestamps: (01:04) Paul Roetzer (01:50) Trevor Schulze (03:03) Tim Crawford (03:51) Peter Shen (04…

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Moving Fast, Securely with Laura Bell Main, CEO of SafeStack 35:28

6M ago35:28

35:28

How can companies move fast, securely? In this episode, Yadin sits down with Laura Bell Main, CEO of SafeStack and co-author of the book Security for Everyone, to discuss securing organizations of all sizes, navigating security conversations when selling to large enterprises, and some common missteps with security and AI. Laura dives into practical…

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Advice to CIOs from a VC Investor with Yon Hardisty, Founder of HealthTek Incorporated 33:13

7M ago33:13

33:13

VC Investor Yon Hardisty, Founder of Healthtek Incorporated, joins Yadin on the podcast to share his advice for CIOs and his perspectives on long-term investing. They discuss navigating board and executive staff conversations. They also dive into lessons from the gaming industry that can help improve preventative healthcare, and vice versa --------…

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Preparing for the Spacefaring Economy with Elizebeth Varghese, Partner / Principal, Space Economy Acceleration Leader at Deloitte 32:51

7M ago32:51

32:51

Are CIOs prepared for the space age? In this episode, Yadin sits down with Elizebeth Varghese, Partner / Principal, Space Economy Acceleration Leader at Deloitte and the author of Stellar Singularity: Navigating the Spacefaring Economy. They discuss the impact that space technologies have on terrestrial companies and why every company will become a…

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What is GPT Builder? | 7 Takeaways | Creating a Travel AI named "Holiday" | Episode 21 25:56

8M ago25:56

25:56

How I built a travel planning AI named Holiday using the GPT Builder just launched by Open AI. I share 7 takeaways from my "no code" experience of building a GPT. Voicing the part of Holiday: my friend, Leslie Marrick, a writer and actress. This may be one of the few times AI has been replaced by a human. Sorry AI... the tide will turn for you soon…

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What Makes a Sustainable Business? with Srini Koushik, President Technology, Sustainability, and AI at Rackspace 37:54

7M ago37:54

37:54

hat does it mean to be a truly sustainable business? What factors should be included in the definition of 'sustainability'? In this episode, Yadin sits down with Srini Koushik, President of Technology, Sustainability, and AI at Rackspace. The two discuss the 'Three E’s' of sustainability that should be top of mind for tech leaders and delve into ex…

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The Sustainable Data Center and the “AI Gold Rush” with Missy Young, CIO of Switch 28:54

8M ago28:54

28:54

Switch is an innovator in the data center industry, providing services that are 100 percent renewable with a perfect uptime record. In this episode, Yadin sits down with Switch’s CIO, Missy Young, to discuss how Switch’s sustainability practices trickle down and benefit their customers' ESG efforts, as well as their bottom line, and how AI is impac…

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How to Choose Your AI Partners with Suhail Nimji, VP/Head of Business Development, Corporate Development, and Partnerships at Jasper 37:28

9M ago37:28

37:28

Is implementing generative AI different from implementing other tools? Should CIOs build or buy, and how should they choose their AI partners? IIn this episode, Yadin sits down with Suhail Nimji, VP/Head of Business Development, Corporate Development, and Partnerships at Jasper, to discuss what he is seeing and hearing in the market. They dive into…

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Real-World LLM Deployments | Jeff DeVerter, Chief Technology Evangelist at Rackspace Technology | Episode 20 57:35

9M ago57:35

57:35

Conversation with Jeff DeVerter, Chief Technology Evangelist at Rackspace, a cloud computing company. We explore how they deployed a LLM (Google PaLM) for a sales application, and how they're enabling their Azure and AWS customers too. What I learned I learned from Jeff You should probably go with the LLM of your current cloud provider be it, Googl…

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Securing the Software Supply Chain with Chip Childers, VP Security at VMware and Jim Mercer, VP DevSecOps at IDC 44:57

9M ago44:57

44:57

Incidents like the Log4j incident and new governmental regulations have forced tech leaders to examine the security of their software supply chain. Understanding the complexities of this is challenging; how can CIOs determine their exposure and prioritize their vulnerabilities? In this conversation, Yadin sits down with Chip Childers, VP Security, …

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AI Guidance for Educators | Alfred Guy, Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs at Yale College | Episode 19 1:34:11

9M ago1:34:11

1:34:11

Alfred Guy, Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs at Yale College, and Director of Undergraduate Writing & Tutoring at the Poorvu Center and I discuss Yale's AI Guidance, and generative AI’s impact on teaching, learning, and evaluation. Do you have school age kids? Are you a product of a college or university education? if so, podcast may be of intere…

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Speaking with AI: A Real-Time Conversation with Pi, a Personal AI Assistant 17:54

10M ago17:54

17:54

How would an artificial intelligence advise CIOs to think about AI? In this special episode of the CIO Exchange podcast, host Yadin Porter de León brings on an artificial intelligence as a guest for the first time, called Pi. Yadin asks Pi a variety of questions about itself and how it works, AI generally, and how CIOs and technology leaders should…

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Episode 148: The Road to re:Invent - Unveiling the Secrets to Innovation and Maximizing Your AWS Experience 31:52

10M ago31:52

31:52

re:Invent is AWS’ premier conference, and it’s right around the corner. In this episode, we catch up with JobTarget's Mark Oreta, as he discusses what innovation means to him and how JobTarget is leveraging AWS to stay ahead of the curve. We then delve into what you can expect at re:Invent. From hand-picking sessions that resonate with you, to expa…

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The Current State of AI in the Enterprise 23:09

10M ago23:09

23:09

What mindset shift should CIOs and CTOs make in order to succeed in an AI-driven world? How can they take control of their destinies and future proof to ensure responsible AI use in their organization? In this episode, Yadin sits down with Jeff Boudier, who is responsible for Product and Growth at Hugging Face, to discuss in depth. They cover using…

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Customer Zero – App Modernization with Multi-Cloud 30:36

10M ago30:36

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This is part of an ongoing series entitled “Customer Zero” where we talk with the member of the VMware IT leadership team who are the first to use the products that our engineering teams produce. Through conversations with IT and engineering, we see how they are leveraging the technology to solve the same hard problems our customers are challenged …

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Data Challenges and AI Opportunities in Healthcare with Peter Shen, Head of Digital Health - North America at Siemens Healthineers 26:11

11M ago26:11

26:11

Many of the challenges facing the healthcare industry became common knowledge throughout the pandemic. How has industry thinking shifted with the emergence of new technologies and solutions? How can we think about tackling these huge issues at this point? Peter Shen, Head of Digital Health - North America at Siemens Healthineers, joins the podcast …

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Cybersecurity and Economic Prosperity with Dmitri Alperovitch, Co-Founder and Chairman of Silverado Policy Accelerator 29:50

11M ago29:50

29:50

How does cybersecurity impact the global economy and geopolitical landscape? How is AI changing the game? Yadin sits down with renowned cybersecurity strategist, advisor and geopolitics thought leader Dmitri Alperovitch to discuss this in depth. They dive into the current geopolitical landscape and how CIOs should be thinking about global macro tre…

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Episode 147: VMWare Explore 2023 Announcements 7:09

11M ago7:09

7:09

In this episode, Jeff DeVerter unpacks everything you need to know that was announced or released this week from VMWare Explore 2023By Rackspace Technology

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Episode 146: VMWare and … Google! Learning about this winning pair 35:26

11M ago35:26

35:26

Cloud migration can be daunting, but we get by with some help from our friends. Join Jeff DeVerter and Craig Fletcher of Google Cloud as they show how the right partnerships can take the stress out of migrating live from #VMwareExplore2023.By Rackspace Technology

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Episode 145: Tech Trailblazing: AI, Empowerment and Innovation 35:26

11M ago35:26

35:26

We're back with another episode of #CloudTalkLive featuring Rebecca Potts, Director of Partner Solutions at Google Cloud. Rebecca and host Jeff DeVerter will discuss her background, commitment to women in technology, and the Executive Women's Network she founded inside Google. In addition, they'll touch on the significant growth and impact of AI, s…

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“Emerging-Emerging” Trends with Tim Crawford, CIO Strategic Advisor at AVOA 49:01

12M ago49:01

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How should CIOs be thinking about implementing generative AI? What does it mean to be a sustainable business? What are offices for? In this episode, host Yadin Porter de León sits down with Tim Crawford, CIO Strategic Advisor at AVOA, to discuss these questions in depth. They dive into the conversations that Tim is having with CIOs about generative…

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Can AI Generate Original Content? | chatGPT Power Prompting | How to Pitch an Epic Sci-Fi Blockbuster | Episode 18 33:09

12M ago33:09

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We create a pitch for an epic Sci-Fi blockbuster, using chatGPT power prompts of Role Play, Chain of Thought, and Self Critique. We see how these successive prompts used individually and in combination create a better and better pitch. I discuss the 2023 Writers / Actors Strike, and the AI-related issues impacting actors, writers, and studios right…

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Episode 144: Changes in the Cloud Market and AI Impact 34:08

12M ago34:08

34:08

Join Jeff DeVerter, host of #CloudTalkLive, in an insightful conversation with Koby Phillips, the VP of Cloud Practice at Telarus! Discover the latest trends in the cloud market and how AI is revolutionizing transformation journeys for everyone. Don't miss the chance to learn from Koby's expertise and insights on effectively leveraging cloud and AI…

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Episode 143: Smart Technologies and Cloud Computing for a Greener Future 30:06

12M ago30:06

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Welcome to Cloud Talk, the podcast where we explore the latest trends and innovations in cloud computing. I’m your host, Jeff DeVerter, and today I have a special guest with me, Srinivas Koushik, a senior executive, thought leader, and CTO at Rackspace Technology. In this episode, we’re going to talk about sustainability in the context of IT. Susta…

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Data Democratization and the “Intelligence Era” with Trevor Schulze, CIO of Alteryx 33:53

12M ago33:53

33:53

Striking the balance between data access and security has always been a nuanced challenge for tech leaders, long before the rise of generative AI. But now, how does AI play into the need for data literacy and data democratization? In this episode, Yadin sits down with Trevor Schulze, the CIO of Alteryx, to discuss the importance of data democratiza…

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Episode 142: Partnering for AI Success with Rob Harper, Google Channel Sales Exec 34:58

12M ago34:58

34:58

Welcome to Cloud Talk Live with Jeff DeVerter! This week, we have a special guest: Rob Harper, the AI aficionado and Google's Channel Sales Exec for North America! 🚀 Get ready to explore Google's mind-boggling AI initiatives 🤖 and how Rackspace's AI offering blends seamlessly with their genius creations. Oh, and here's a surprise: Rob's not just an…

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Episode 141: A Conversation with Brian Lillie: From Air Force to Cloud Force 1:01:41

1y ago1:01:41

1:01:41

What does it take to succeed in the fast-paced and ever-changing world of cloud technology? How do you balance your personal and professional goals and values? How do you find your true north in the midst of chaos and complexity? These are some of the questions that Jeff DeVerter, the host of Cloud Talk Podcast, explores with his guest Brian Lillie…

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Episode 140: How to Future-Proof Your Business with AI: A Conversation with Robert Scoble 32:01

1y ago32:01

32:01

AI is transforming every industry and creating new opportunities for growth and innovation. But how can you leverage AI in your business today and prepare for the future? Join Jeff DeVerter, host of Cloud Talk Live, as he chats with Robert Scoble, a renowned tech journalist and author of The Infinite Retina. They will discuss Robert's journey and i…

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Does chatGPT Possess Human-Like Intelligence? | ChatGPT’s Top Five Ethical Concerns | Asimov’s Robot Laws | Episode 17 19:31

1y ago19:31

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“Does chatGPT possess human-like intelligence?” It turns out there's a right answer, and that answer is “NO”! Does this definite answer seem out of character for chatGPT which usually goes overboard with fair and balanced views? It did to me. That's the rabbit hole I explore in this episode. By probing around this accidentally-encountered guardrail…

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Episode 139: Unleash the Power of the Cloud: Join the Solve Cloud Transformation Summit with Jeff DeVerter 1:03:20

1y ago1:03:20

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Get ready to embark on a cloud-filled adventure at the "Solve Cloud Transformation Summit" hosted by our Chief Technology Evangelist, Jeff DeVerter. This hour-long livestream extravaganza will have you laughing, learning, and wondering why your data didn't move to the cloud sooner. Tune in from anywhere in the world on LinkedIn Live as our expert p…

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Managing Talent: Finding, Retaining, Upskilling, and Reskilling - with Abhimanyu Saxena, Co-Founder of Scaler 36:25

1y ago36:25

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While it is not a new issue, managing talent continues to be an important challenge for technology leaders. Abhimanyu Saxena is the Co-Founder of Scaler, an online transformative upskilling platform for working tech professionals. In this episode, Abhimanyu and Yadin dive into retaining, upskilling and reskilling talent, discussing best practices t…

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Episode 138: Revolutionize Your Business: Embrace Full Stack Observability 36:26

1y ago36:26

36:26

Join #CloudTalkLive and learn how to achieve full-stack observability for your business with AppDynamics! Host Jeff DeVerter and guest Keith Llorens will show you how to bridge the gap between IT and business teams, monitor your applications and infrastructure in real-time, and align your business objectives with your IT performance. Don’t miss thi…

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Rising to the Challenge: Success Stories of Senior Leaders at Rackspace 54:26

1y ago54:26

54:26

In this engaging episode of "Cloud Talk," host Jeff DeVerter sits down with Josh Prewitt and Travis Runty, esteemed senior leaders at Rackspace. Prepare to be inspired as they share their remarkable journeys, starting from entry-level positions and ascending to influential leadership roles within the company. Get ready to uncover the strategies and…

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Episode 136: Evolving your data operating model for the Generative AI world 36:17

1y ago36:17

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Now, more than ever, CDOs must define a robust data strategy to maintain and grow their competitive edge. A successful data strategy must encompass governance, technology, and constant education. Join Rackspace Technology for this #CloudTalkLive with a special guest from @Microsoft, Jubair Patel, and #Racker, Shwetank Sheel, to understand how a wel…

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Does ChatGPT Understand Humor? | Mock Headline: Microsoft Renames chatGPT to clippyChat | Episode 16 15:55

1y ago15:55

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Does chatGPT have a sense of humor? What if after Microsoft's acquisition of Open AI, the Onion ran the headline, “Microsoft renames chatGPT to clippyChat”? Would chatGPT find this funny? TL;DR LLMs are better at analyzing humor than creating it. Please enjoy this episode. For more information, check out https://www.superprompt.fm There you can con…

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Episode 135: Successful Cloud Blueprint 42:35

1y ago42:35

42:35

Jjoin host Jeff DeVerter as he engages in a captivating discussion with guest DK Sinha, an esteemed leader renowned for his expertise in building successful and high-performing teams. Dive deep into DK's educational background and career journey, as he shares invaluable insights on how to construct teams that excel in the ever-evolving landscape of…

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Customer Zero – Multi-Cloud Transformation 13:12

1y ago13:12

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This is part of an ongoing series entitled “Customer Zero” where we talk with the member of the VMware IT leadership team who are the first to use the products that our engineering teams produce. Through conversations with IT and engineering, we see how they are leveraging the technology to solve the same hard problems our customers are challenged …

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Grandma Hacking chatGPT | Jailbreaking LLMs using DAN | Extracting Prohibited Info | Not an Endorsement | Episode 15 23:44

1y ago23:44

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How do you extract prohibited information from ChatGPT? What are Grandma and DAN exploits? Why do they work? What can Large Language Model (LLM) companies do to protect themselves? Grandma exploits or hacks are ways to trick chatGPT into giving you information that is in violation of company policy. For example, tricking chatGPT to give you confide…

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