Best The Continuous Engineering Experts Podcasts (2024)

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285 | Launch and Learn: Balancing Risk and Realism in Startup | with Brandon Blum 24:41

2h ago24:41

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Brandon Blum is the Cofounder and CEO of For Others, a mission-driven lifestyle brand based out of New York City. Before For Others, Brandon spent six all-encompassing years inside the marketing wings of three prodigiously large media companies in New York City. Brandon possesses a blend of experiences spanning branding, marketing, digital, media, …

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Looking Up - Last Sunday was International Asteroid Day 5:31

15h ago5:31

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Last Sunday was International Asteroid Day. This was celebrated mainly on Monday when people were back at work, when Kechil attended a talk given by Marco Micheli of the European Space Agency's Space Situational Awareness Planetary Defence Office. Here he is talking to Kechil about why it is important to devote attention to asteroids. Here in South…

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Michael Larsen on Quality Assurance in The Age of AI 26:02

2d ago26:02

26:02

Testing remains a critical yet often misunderstood and undervalued component of software development. What's more, as artificial intelligence threatens to reshape the role of testers, questions of job security and demonstrating value become increasingly pressing. From the struggle for recognition and early involvement in the development process to …

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284 | Ambition with Patience: Growing a Business Over Decades | with Shawn Nelson 26:20

3d ago26:20

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Shawn D. Nelson is the founder and CEO of Lovesac, repeatedly recognized as the fastest growing furniture brand in the US for over a decade. Lovesac is publicly traded on Nasdaq, ticker “LOVE,” and is projected to exceed $1 Billion in annual sales over the next few years leveraging its rapidly growing fleet of more than 270 Lovesac branded retail l…

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Career Advice and freeCodeCamp: Beau Carnes 34:04

6d ago34:04

34:04

Ever wondered how to stand out in the crowded tech job market? In this episode of the Test Automation Experience, Beau Carnes, Teacher and Software Developer from freeCodeCamp, shares his top strategies for becoming an in-demand developer. As we dive into his journey of becoming a successful software developer, Beau shares invaluable advice on over…

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Bonus Episode: Preparing for the Future: AI and Data in Digital Marketing with Udayan Bose 33:31

7d ago33:31

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Udayan Bose is the Founder & CEO of NetElixir, has been driving success for retail businesses online for nearly 20 years. With a focus on the digital retail space, NetElixir uses proprietary technology, strategic growth models, and expert campaign management services to deliver exceptional results for their 600+ retail clients worldwide. Udayan's d…

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Looking Up - 26 June 24 - Why do stars spin? What sets them off? 4:54

8d ago4:54

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Why do stars spin? What sets them off? Recent observations from the James Webb Space Telescope may tell us something about this phenomenon and what happens in the early phase of a star's life.By Kechil Kirkham

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AI in DevOps: From Co-Pilots to Future Trends 25:45

8d ago25:45

25:45

In this episode of DevOps Chats, Alan Shimel and Mitch Ashley discuss the rapid integration of AI co-pilots in software tools, emphasizing the need for a unified AI interface to streamline user experience. They explore the evolving concept of DevSecOps, advocating for a holistic approach that includes both software development and underlying toolch…

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283 | Brand Loyalty: Creating Value Beyond Price | with Nicholas Hernandez 35:51

10d ago35:51

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Just two weeks after graduating from high school, Nicholas plunged into the vibrant world of television, initiating a career that would meander through the exhilarating realms of entertainment and entrepreneurship. After 7 years in “the business” the transition into married life marked a significant turning point, prompting Nick to navigate towards…

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50 Software Engineering Concepts Explained 8:32

13d ago8:32

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Does software engineering ever feel like trying to tame a mythical beast? One day, everything is smooth sailing, and the next, your code throws an error like a dragon spitting fire. In eight minutes, Nikolay unpacks fifty core software engineering concepts with easy-to-understand metaphors to help you wield your coding skills like a battle-tested k…

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Looking Up - 19 June 24 - Even NASA slips up in its communications 4:22

15d ago4:22

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Even NASA slips up in its communications from time to time. Recently they broadcast a medical emergency drill to their public livestream channel about the International Space Station by mistake. Kechil here attempts to recreate the drama.By Kechil Kirkham

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The Impact of Open Source Software on Societal Change with Paloma Oliveira 27:49

15d ago27:49

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Open-source software is more than just code—it's a powerful tool for societal change. In this episode, Paloma Oliveira, Growth Engineer at Sauce Labs, shares inspiring stories of how open-source methodologies transform communities, address social issues, and foster global collaboration. From organizing impactful conferences at the UN to driving ini…

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Technical Tips - 6 Ways to Run ChatGPT Alternatives in Your Machine 15:43

20d ago15:43

15:43

We are continuing our series of episodes - Technical Tips - to give you bite-sized advice on the best practices of software engineering so your coding life is easier and more efficient. In this episode, Tommy will discuss how replacing ChatGPT or Bard with open-source models enhances privacy and enables their use with sensitive or proprietary data.…

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282 | Identifying Market Opportunities and Taking Action | with Gabi Saper & Enzo Gonzalez 29:44

17d ago29:44

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Gabi Saper is a visionary entrepreneur and digital marketing strategist, renowned for co-founding CMY Cubes, a trailblazing STEAM-focused enterprise that has revolutionized learning through interactive and sensory tools. Her strategic acumen and innovative use of digital platforms, especially TikTok, catapulted CMY Cubes into viral success, leading…

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Master React Development: Cory House 43:42

20d ago43:42

43:42

Is it possible to prioritize quality AND speed? In this episode, we dive into the importance of personal responsibility in software development. Cory House, a seasoned React and JavaScript consultant, shares how to balance speed and quality, manage relationship dynamics within teams, and advocate for quality code. Cory also offers technical advice …

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Bonus Episode: Mapping Success: Ecommerce Transitions Done Right with Amandeep Singh 31:07

22d ago31:07

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Amandeep is a seasoned web development expert and entrepreneur with over 14 years of proven success in driving eCommerce innovation. As the founder of BigC Experts and Cronix, he excels in building high-performing teams and delivering complex web projects for businesses of all sizes. Amandeep's expertise spans the entire web development lifecycle, …

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Looking Up - 12 June 24 - What do things in the universe taste like? 5:04

22d ago5:04

5:04

What do things in the universe taste like? Kechil explores this with recent experiments and theory.By Kechil Kirkham

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Blockchain, Generative UIs, and Test Language Decisions – Episode Highlights (Part 2) 5:44

22d ago5:44

5:44

Industry experts answer some of your biggest testing questions in this highlight video of our favorite moments from past episodes. From leveraging blockchain technology to testing generative UIs, they’ve got you covered. You’ll hear insights from these experienced leaders: Marcus Merrell, VP of Technology Strategy at Sauce Labs – watch the full epi…

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281 | Continuously Learning While Tuning Out the Noise | with Fiona Frills 22:31

26d ago22:31

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Fiona Frills is a 20-year-old beauty, makeup, fashion, lifestyle influencer and entrepreneur. Since launching her YouTube channel at the age of 10, she has amassed a fan base of over 1 Million followers. At the age of 13, Fiona decided to turn her obsession of makeup into a beauty brand and began developing her own makeup line, Frilliance. She pers…

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Contract Testing 101 with Marie Drake & Lewis Prescott 56:03

30d ago56:03

56:03

How can contract testing boost your efficiency? Stay tuned to find out! Contract testing is a hidden gem. It combines the strengths of unit tests and integration tests, allows for safe deployment, and promotes better team communication – but not many testers know about this game-changing approach. Marie Drake, Senior Developer Advocate at Grafana L…

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Looking Up - 05 June 24 - Voyager1 continues to deliver 6:05

29d ago6:05

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Voyager1 continues to deliver! An amazing piece of software engineering has fixed a problem. You too can track the two Voyagers here: https://voyager.jpl.nasa.gov/mission/status/By Kechil Kirkham

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GenAI, Coding Mistakes to Avoid, and Y2K Bugs – Episode Highlights (Part 1) 5:15

29d ago5:15

5:15

GenAI, coding blunders to avoid, and Y2K bugs – we cover it all in this highlight video of our favorite moments from past episodes. You’ll hear insights from these industry leaders: Lindsay Walker, Product Lead at Starling Lab for Data Integrity – watch the full episode with Lindsay here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vkfbtwF3dQ&list=PL67l1VPxOn…

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Peter Zaitsev and Nikolay Sivko on simplifying observability 26:10

1M ago26:10

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The rise of microservices, cloud platforms, containerization, and distributed systems has made computer systems incredibly powerful, but also increasingly intricate. Ensuring high availability in these complex environments requires innovative solutions. Enter Coroot, an open-source observability tool designed to simplify monitoring and prevent chao…

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280 | Balancing Product Functionality and Aesthetics | with Ryan Johnson 22:29

1M ago22:29

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Ryan C. Johnson is the mastermind behind NewRuleFX. He stands out as a seasoned videographer, filmmaker, and entrepreneur with over three decades of esteemed experience in the media realm. His career is adorned with 18 industry accolades, recognizing his outstanding contributions to TV programs, video productions, commercials, and indie features. S…

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30 Automated Testing Concepts Explained 6:23

1M ago6:23

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Are you ready for the fastest crash course on 30 automated testing concepts? In less than seven minutes, you’ll learn thirty pillars of automated testing. Nikolay Advolodkin explains these ideas with easy-to-understand metaphors to help you sharpen your skills and become a testing knight. From regression testing to Test-Driven Development (TDD), yo…

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Looking Up - 29 May 24 - How can the Sun affect our weather, aside from its obvious heat ? 5:46

1M ago5:46

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How can the Sun affect our weather, aside from its obvious heat. Given the spate of solar storms earlier in the month, Kechil has brought back Jacques van Delft to talk about how our Sun may affect our rainfall, with predictions about what we may expect this winter. If you would like to follow Jacques van Delft, here is his Facebook page on solar a…

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279 | The Impact of Word of Mouth for Product Growth | with Kevin Lavelle 29:43

1M ago29:43

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Kevin Lavelle is the CEO and Co-Founder of Harbor. He brings a wealth of experience from his role as the Founder and Chairman of Mizzen+Main, having invented the world’s first performance fabric dress shirt. With a successful growth round raised from L Catterton, partnerships with world-renowned athletes like Phil Mickelson and JJ Watt, and a backg…

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ChatOps & AI: Boosting Human Productivity 24:54

1M ago24:54

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We didn’t expect this from ChatOps! Keep watching until we implement an AI assistant for data filtering in under 60 seconds! This episode is all about productivity. Andrew Zigler, Developer Advocate at Mattermost, shares his top tips for using tech to improve your efficiency. Andrew explains ChatOps – a chat-based collaboration with automated workf…

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Bonus Episode: Writing for People, Not Just Search Engines with Dale Bertrand 30:20

1M ago30:20

30:20

Dale Bertrand is an SEO and ecommerce expert who leads training and consulting engagements with brands like Citizen Watch, Nestle, XXX. Nowadays, Dale spends his time researching the risks and opportunities posed by Google’s shift to generative AI search. You can follow Dale on LinkedIn and check out his work @fireandspark.com. In This Conversation…

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Looking Up - 22 May 24 - Kechil talks to the Director of the Solar Section of the Astronomical Society of SA 5:35

1M ago5:35

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Recently there has been a spate of solar storms. Kechil talks to the Director of the Solar Section of the Astronomical Society of Southern Africa, Jacques van Delft, about our nearest star and what it has been up to. If you would like to follow Jacques van Delft, here is his Facebook page on solar activities https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=…

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GPT-4o, Open Source Clashes With Benevolent Capitalism 24:10

2M ago24:10

24:10

After being on the conference circuit for weeks, Alan and Mitch explore whether GPT-4o might show the way for new web and mobile experiences, the upheaval happening in open source and what happens when business models and financial interests force business licensing changes and move away from the spirit of open source.…

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Technical Tips - CI/CD Pipeline: A Gentle Introduction 6:24

2M ago6:24

6:24

We are continuing our series of episodes - Technical Tips - to give you bite-sized advice on the best practices of software engineering so your coding life is easier and more efficient. Today, Olga will explain what a CI/CD pipeline is, how to set one up, and the benefits it brings to your software development process. Let’s dive in! Listen to the …

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278 | Investing in Awareness Campaigns for Brand Visibility | with Nicole Goldberg 28:16

2M ago28:16

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Nicole Goldberg is an experienced marketing professional with over fifteen years in the ecommerce industry. Based in Los Angeles, she holds the role of Director of Growth Marketing at Faherty Brand, where she spearheads the development and implementation of the company's growth marketing strategy. Prior to her tenure at Faherty, Nicole played instr…

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Automated Testing Gold for 10 Minutes Straight 9:43

2M ago9:43

9:43

Learn how to AI-proof your job and prepare for the future of test automation! In this episode, we’re sharing a highlight reel of our conversations with these industry leaders: Marie Cruz, Senior Developer Advocate at Grafana Labs Simon Stewart, Software Engineer at Apple Kent Dodds, Software Engineer Educator at Kent C. Dodds Tech LLC Filip Hric, D…

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Looking Up - 15 May 24 - 55 Cancri e is an odd one 5:04

2M ago5:04

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We are finding out more about planets outside of our solar system. 55 Cancri e is an odd one: it orbits its sun once every 17 Earth hours, and is only 2.3 kms away - can you imagine that? I wonder what it sounds like there. You would definitely not want to visit. It has a molton lava surface and is possibly made out of diamond!…

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Evelyn’s Final Episode: Advice and Encouragement for a Career in Automated Testing 16:21

2M ago16:21

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Today’s show is bittersweet as we bid farewell to our beloved co-host, Evelyn Coleman. She’s been instrumental in shaping our conversations and challenging our perspectives. We’ll reflect on Evelyn’s impact on the podcast, share lessons from her career, and discuss the ways automated testing is about so much more than just code. Press play for an e…

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277 | The Real Goal: Building Something That Works | with Emma McIlroy 28:44

2M ago28:44

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Emma McIlroy is the founder and CEO of Wildfang, a multi million dollar fashion brand on a mission to rewrite the future of gender. Wildfang embraces your masc, your femme and everything-in-between. Wildfang has raised over $1k for charities that focus on racial justice, as well as queer, immigrant, and women’s rights. Pre-Wildfang, Emma spent over…

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Ex-Google Architect on SRE & Cloud Solutions 49:53

2M ago49:53

49:53

Oops, we brought down the company internet! What happens when you build a team that's engaged, committed, and watching each other’s back? You develop more usable, stable software. BJ Muse, Principal Technical Architect at Google, shares his passion for fostering cultures where teams take ownership of the products they develop. He discusses choosing…

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Bonus Episode: Redefining SEO: Content Engagement Over Keywords with Brent Peterson 26:40

2M ago26:40

26:40

With over 25 years of experience in the e-commerce industry, Brent is the President and Founder of ContentBasis LLC, a cutting-edge startup that helps businesses optimize their content discovery through predictive analytics and human expertise. ContentBasis is a unique solution that combines advanced technology and human talent to enhance clients' …

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Looking Up - 08 May 24 - New Boeing Starliner capsule 6:24

2M ago6:24

6:24

Two items: the recently postponed launch of the new Boeing Starliner capsule and what will those astronauts wear? Plus, a new find: a very massive stellar black hole in our galaxy, 33 times the mass of our Sun.By Kechil Kirkham

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The Real-World Impact of Shift-Left 18:18

2M ago18:18

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To shift or not to shift – that is the question. If you’ve been around the software development world lately, you’ve likely heard of shift-left – the practice of integrating testing, security, and operations early in the software development lifecycle to detect issues early. This approach is meant to be a win-win-win – saving time, money, and heada…

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Gene Kim on Unpacking Organizational Wiring 22:54

2M ago22:54

22:54

Forget fancy titles and complex frameworks. The secret to an organization’s success might lie in a surprisingly simple act: two people moving a couch. This seemingly mundane task, according to Gene Kim (Author, Researcher, and Multiple award-winning CTO), holds profound lessons about communication, problem-solving, and creating a frictionless work …

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276 | Maintaining Momentum: Staying in Motion & Scaling Up | with Kent Yoshimura 24:10

2M ago24:10

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Kentaro is a multimedia artist, creative director, martial artist, and entrepreneur from Los Angeles, CA. After studying Neuroscience at UCSD then entering into the film program at UCLA, Kentaro started his career creating content for global brands such as McDonald’s, Lego, Benjamin Moore, and many others before eventually transitioning to be a chi…

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Transforming Mobile QA: Jason Huggins Talks Tapster.io : Part 2 30:21

2M ago30:21

30:21

Keep watching until a robot plays Angry Birds! It’s insane! Jason Huggins, Creator of Selenium, Co-Founder of Sauce Labs, and Founder & CEO of Tapster Robotics, demos game-changing robots that can swipe, tap, and even insert credit cards in part two of our conversation. Jason shares how teaching a robot to play Angry Birds became a way to provide c…

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Looking Up - 01 May 24 - K2-18 b 4:41

2M ago4:41

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K2-18 b may be the location for our first detection of alien life. We will have to wait a few months for results of recent observations to become available. Spoiler alert: probably not life you could enjoy a cup of tea and a cosy fireside chat with.By Kechil Kirkham

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275 | The Power of Niche Markets: Finding Your Advantage | with Gustavo Sanchez 24:00

2M ago24:00

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Gustavo is an advertising & marketing executive turned entrepreneur. In the past, he’s held management positions in fortune 500 companies in the US & abroad. He currently runs jijamas®, a high-end sleepwear brand that he founded several years ago to help women unwind & relax from their busy lifestyles. He loves all things related to e-commerce and …

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Jason Huggins: Creator of Selenium & Sauce Labs: Part 1 46:55

2M ago46:55

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Testing is a Goldilocks game. You don’t want too many tests, and you don’t want too few. You need to get it just right. Jason Huggins, Creator of Selenium, Co-Founder of Sauce Labs, and Founder & CEO of Tapster Robotics, shares how to find the perfect balance of testing. He reveals the worst automation mistake you can make, gives his best advice, a…

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Bonus Episode: Capturing Referral Value: Turning Customers into Affiliates with Noah Tucker 11:26

2M ago11:26

11:26

Noah Tucker is the founder of Social Snowball, the word-of-mouth marketing platform for ecommerce. His experience in building Shopify sites, running ads, and working with influencers led him to build Social Snowball, which now supports affiliate and influencer marketing for brands like Fanjoy, Goorin Bros, and Outway Socks. Social Snowball’s modern…

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Looking Up - 24 April 24 - 49 new galaxies detected by Dr Marcin Glowacki 5:37

2M ago5:37

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Dr Marcin Glowacki shares his brand new research, in which he has detected 49 new galaxies while he was looking for something else! Marcin and Kechil discuss star-forming galaxies.By Kechil Kirkham

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Mastering Microservices and Breaking Up the Monolith 13:22

2M ago13:22

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Back in the 2000s, code lived in one execution thread. Database queries, user interactions, and data pipelines were all managed by the same processes. The problem? Everything was interconnected and interdependent. Fixing one thing might break another. Releases were all or nothing. We call this monolith hell. Your ticket out? Microservices. In this …

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